Does lip balm count as liquid Ryanair?

Don't pack liquids over 100ml in volume in your carry-on. Liquids include the following: All drinks, including water, alcohol, soups, and syrups. Creams, lotions, oils, perfumes, lip gloss or lip balms, mascara etc.



Yes, according to Ryanair’s 2026 liquid policy, lip balm—especially the "soft" variety in tins or tubes—is technically considered a solid-liquid mixture or a paste and should be included in your clear, 1-liter liquids bag. While many airport security officers may overlook a single small stick of Chapstick, others strictly categorize any "gels, pastes, or creams" as liquids. To stay grounded and avoid delays at the gate, it is a supportive recommendation to place your lip balm, lip gloss, and any salves inside your liquids bag along with your toothpaste and sun cream. Each container must be 100ml (3.4 oz) or less. In 2026, some UK airports have upgraded to "Next Gen" 3D scanners that allow you to keep liquids in your bag, but since Ryanair flies to many regional European airports that still use older technology, the safest bet is to follow the traditional 100ml rule and keep all "spreadable" items together in a transparent, resealable bag.

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