In addition to drinks and other fluids, most cosmetics and a variety of foods are considered liquid. For example moisturisers, toothpastes, mascaras, aerosols, gels, canned fruit, fish and meat, frozen foods, butter, cream cheeses and yoghurts are treated as liquids.
TSA counts mascara as a liquid, so the 3-1-1 rule for packing it in hand luggage applies. It states that all liquids have to be in 3.4 oz (100 ml) bottles or smaller and packed in a 1-quart bag. Mascara usually isn't above 3.4 oz, so you're free to pack it in your hand luggage.
Mascara is considered a liquid, as is anything deemed 'spreadable.
Yes, when it comes to makeup, the following items are considered liquid cosmetics: mascara. nail polish. perfume.
You're free to pack items like mascara, brow gel, and concealer in your carry-on, as long as they're smaller than 3.4 ounces and packed in a clear, quart-sized bag.
Don't forget, lip gloss and mascara count as liquids! Packing hack: purchase some reusable 100 ml travel containers and fill them with your favourite products at home before you travel.
Makeup in a solid or powder form is allowed in carry-on and checked bags with no quantity or size limitations. However, when packed in carry-on bags, makeup in a liquid, lotion, gel, paste or creamy form, must be in containers that are 3.4 ounces or less.
Is lipstick considered a liquid by the TSA? According to TSA standards, lipstick is not a liquid, and it is classified as solid makeup.
You might think that your makeup products, such as concealer or foundation, don't fall into the “liquid” category by TSA standards—but you'd be wrong. According to the TSA, concealer, foundation, and even liquid eyeliner falls into the same category as other liquid toiletries, like shampoo and conditioner.
Fluids are all foods and drinks that are liquid at room temperature. All drinks, Jello, ice cream, sherbet, popsicles, water ice, ice cubes, soup, custard, pudding, sauces and gravies count as fluids. Why should I limit my fluids each day? It can help you avoid shortness of breath or swelling in your hands and feet.
Each passenger is limited to one quart-size bag of liquids, gels and aerosols. Common travel items that must comply with the 3-1-1 liquids rule include toothpaste, shampoo, conditioner, mouthwash and lotion.
You are permitted to bring solid cosmetics and personal hygiene items as such lipstick, lip balm and similar solids. Please remember these items must be solid and not liquid, gel or aerosol. Only the items mentioned above are permitted in your carry-on bags.
If you are packing your makeup in your carry-on, just make sure that any liquids are in a container that is 3.4 ounces or less. You can also take as many 3.4 ounce containers as you want, as long as they all fit into one quart-sized, clear bag. Additionally, solid deodorant is allowed in carry-on bags.
Is toothpaste considered a liquid by the TSA? Yes, toothpaste must adhere to the 3-1-1 rule for liquids and gels. Toothpaste can be brought through TSA security in your carry-on as long as it is 3.4 ounces (100 milliliters) or less and placed in a 1-quart bag.
Sometimes that are a bit more confusing are mascara and lip gloss. These are considered liquids. However, wipes, like makeup removal wipes and baby wipes, are not.
It doesn't matter whether your liquids are foundation, mascara, lotion, water, or whatever. All are liquid (gels are included, and toothpaste), as must go by the 3-1-1 rule. No container more than "3" oz. size (no matter how much in it), all must fit in "1" clear plastic ziploc bag, no greater than "1" quart size.
Lipstick in your hand luggage
As for lipstick, if it's solid, you can put it in your normal make-up bag; but if it's a liquid lipstick, you should put it in the clear bag with all your other liquids. Any liquid lipstick will never exceed the 100 ml limit, so don't worry and throw it in your liquids bag.
Other types of non-liquid makeup such as powder makeup, lipstick, blushes, and pastes are allowed in your carry-on with no limits – you don't need to put them in a zip-top bag. You may also carry on solid lip balms with no restrictions; however, gel lip balms are subject to the rules for carrying on liquids.
Do creams, like concealer and lipstick still count as liquid? And what about lotions and gels? Unfortunately, it's not great news for the over-packers. The Department for Transport defines liquids as “including creams, lotions, oils, perfume, mascara and lip gloss”.
TSA classifies both solid deodorant and lipstick as solids. Neither needs to go in your liquids bag. I fly with both weekly and have never been asked to put either in the liquids bag. Same with bar soap: they're all solids.
Roll-on deodorants are a broad category and usually come either as liquids or gels. If a product is a liquid, gel, cream, or paste it's restricted! The general rule of thumb is that roll-ons are technically liquids, so they should be stored in small containers no larger than 3.4 ounces or 100 ml.
However, if you use a gel based lip balm (like Vaseline), those DO count as liquids and should be placed in your quart sized liquids bag.
Creams, pastes and gels are all classed as liquids so things like mascara and lipstick are included and need to be carried in a resealable clear plastic bag.
So, your bronzer, blush, and eyeshadow palettes can all be stored away in your usual makeup bag. To break it down, your travel makeup bag should be divided into three parts: A clear plastic liquid bag containing your minis, creams and liquids under 100ml.
Checked Bags: Yes
Any sharp objects in checked baggage should be sheathed or securely wrapped to prevent injury to baggage handlers and inspectors.