Liquids can be taken in refillable bottles with a maximum capacity of 3.4 oz each. BUT you can fill a 1-quart bag with these small bottles. This means that you can take several 3.4 oz bottles. You must put your cosmetic products in a clear plastic resealable bag.

Yes, you can take moisturizer in your hand luggage in 2026, but it is strictly governed by the 3-1-1 liquids rule. Because moisturizer has a creamy or gel-like consistency, TSA and international aviation authorities classify it as a "liquid, aerosol, or gel." This means your container must be 3.4 ounces (100ml) or smaller, and it must be placed inside a single, quart-sized, clear plastic resealable bag along with your other toiletries. It is important to remember that the rule applies to the container size, not the amount of product inside; for example, a 6-ounce bottle that is only half-full will still be confiscated. If you have a specific medicated moisturizer required for a skin condition, it may be exempt from the 100ml limit as a "medically necessary liquid," but you must declare it to the officer and be prepared for additional screening. For non-medicated high-end creams, many 2026 travelers prefer to transfer their product into leak-proof silicone travel tubes to save space and ensure their expensive moisturizers make it through the security checkpoint without issue.