What's In My Travel Pouch ✈️

If you're an avid traveler, you'll appreciate that my favorite thing to pack with carry-on are pouches for my in-flight or on-train skincare routine and essentials. In the past I've forgotten to pack underwear, but my skincare pouch is always perfectly jet set ready to go. My skin tends to feel dry during elevation and I believe that it shows when you arrive to your destination. It makes for a better arrival if you're feeling and looking good. All in all, organization is key to becoming a traveler of the world.

BAGGU * GO POUCH SET * $40 FOR SET OF 3

Baggu’s 3-pack pouches are perfect for traveling and everyday life. From three sensible sizes, the largest one can even fit a pair of shoes. I usually pack face sheet masks and my collapsible coffee cup in the large one, along with other necessities such as a pair of socks and a mini hairbrush. Skincare items pack nicely into the medium size and the smallest fits my phone, iPad chargers.

PACIFICA * GLOWING MAKEUP REMOVER WIPES IN ORANGE SCENT 30ct * $5.34

Facial and hand wipes are a necessity when traveling. I need to feel refreshed so even while I’m seated, I’m able to restart my skincare routine before landing. These wipes are great, normally don’t prefer scented, but let’s be real, being on a plane with strangers you’re going to want a nice, citrus aroma.

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COSRX * All About Snail Kit * $20.29

In perfect travel size and fits neatly and safely in a medium size pouch, the COSRX snail regimen saves my skin from drying up during in-flight travel. From the cleanser, the essence and moisturizing cream this set will last you through your summer travels.

SULWHASOO * MINI FIRST CARE ACTIVATING SERUM * $25

This serum makes my entire face feels firm and hydrated. Sulwhasoo products are paraben-free and this travel size is the key to keeping up appearances and hides the fact that you just boarded off a 6 hour redeye flight.

FACETORY * GLOW BABY GLOW 2-STEP SHEET MASKS * 5 PACK $9.95

This has been my go-to sheet mask for years now, because it simply improves the state of my skin and texture. Also, it’s important that during flight you choose a face or sheet mask that doesn’t frighten your seat neighbor.

SAIE * MINI SUNVISOR RADIANT MOISTURIZING FACE SUNSCREEN SPF 35 * $16

During travels I pack normal size sunscreen in my luggage and the travel size inside my pouches. I like this one because it feels lightweight on the skin and doesn’t dry out or irritate my skin or eyes.

Javy * INSTANT LATTE SWEET & CREAMY PACKETS * $29.95 for 12 PACKETS

First the elephant in the room, why are these almost $30 for instant coffee packets? Well, Javy sustainably sources coffee beans, and works only with farmers within ethical practices and production. The best news is that these instant latte packets already come with powdered almond milk, so all you have to bother the flight attendant for is a bottled water.

STOJO * COLLAPSIBLE TRAVEL CUP * $14.95 12oz

Instead of using the airline’s paper beverage cups, I like to bring my own sustainable cup and Stojo’s collapsible to-go cup comes with me almost everywhere. When I’ve rinsed it, from the top I push it down so that it fits into my pouch.

*Originally published December 2016, updated April 10, 2024

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