8 Essential Skin Care Products You Shouldn't Travel Without

If you haven't traveled in a while, you may have forgotten how to pack. Whether you are flying around the country or just flying away for a few hours, pack your skin care routine can be especially tedious (and can take up a lot of space!). 

When storing your basic skin care products in portable bottles and TSA Approved Containers definitely works, there is something really nice about carrying around your favorite products in an adorable tiny package. That's why we've rounded up our editors' favorite travel-size mini skincare treats, all of which will make packing for your next trip a little less stressful.

Thayers Travel Size Rose Petal Witch Hazel Alcohol Free Face Mist

The dry, stale air in airplane cabins irritated my skin until I started splashing this mini on my face while flying. Rose water instantly refreshes my skin with soothing and hydrating properties, while witch hazel keeps pimples and breakouts at bay so I'm photo ready and feeling confident from the moment I step off the plane. —

Youth to people Superfood Kale Cleanser Travel Size

I'm excited to start traveling again, but every time I do, my skin goes crazy in one way or another. I learned that the key to mitigating the effects of a major breakout away from home is to stay as consistent as possible. Luckily, my everyday cleanser comes in a TSA-approved travel bottle so I can stick to my regular routine wherever I go. Powerful yet gentle, the formula features superfoods like kale, spinach and green tea to provide the refreshing cleansing you need after a long day on the road. —

CeraVe Moisturizing Facial Cleanser Travel size

This cleanser has been my favorite for years and I would never leave home without it so I'm glad it comes in such a small TSA approved size. The formula is gentle enough to never irritate my dry, sensitive skin yet manages to remove makeup at the end of a long day. It contains ceramides to help restore the skin barrier, as well as hyaluronic acid to attract moisture. It's also non-comedogenic, fragrance-free, and approved by the National Eczema Association, so I feel comfortable using it no matter how dry or irritated my skin is. —

CeraVe Travel Size Moisturizing Cream

When traveling, it's important to have simple, reliable products on hand, like this moisturizer. It's one of the staples in my skin care collection and keeps my skin hydrated and comfortable no matter what climate I'm in. It also pairs well with all of my other skin products, so I know that no matter what I wear, it will work. my daily duties. Don't let the small tube fool you - there's enough product in there for two weeks. —

Vichy Volcanic Water Mineralizing Thermal Water Travel Spray Travel Size

I'm obsessed with skin care sprays on a normal day, but even more so when I'm traveling because it's a quick way to refresh tired skin and it's easy to toss in a bag. However, not all facial sprays are the same. This one is powered by the brand's signature Volcanic Water, which contains 15 minerals, protects skin from environmental aggressors with antioxidants, and helps strengthen the skin's natural barrier—all without the need for creams or serums. The spray feels like a burst of hydration on contact, which can take you by surprise, but it's just the tonic you need to keep your travels going. —

Kiehl's Amino Acid Shampoo + Conditioners Travel size

I absolutely need to bring my own shampoo and conditioner with me when I travel, especially if I'm heading to a place where the water can be hard (also known as the best perm recipe). Moisturizing and nourishing my hair with this travel duo certainly helps with the moisturizing ingredients of jojoba oil, coconut oil and amino acids. —

Ultimate Strength Hand Salve

As someone with permanently dry skin, a hand cream pack is a must. I usually use thicker creams like this when I travel because my skin has gotten drier from all the hand sanitizers and handwashes I do. This hand ointment containing shea butter and avocado oil really improves the look of dry patches and softens my hands. If you have dry hands too, this is a must! —