How do you pack a toothbrush for travel?

When it comes to packing your toothbrush in a travel case, choose a holder that covers the brush head and offers some ventilation so that it can breathe and any wetness has a chance to dry. Better yet, if it's possible, make sure your toothbrush is completely dry before you pack it.



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The best way to store your toothbrush is to use a holder made for this purpose. Do not use random household items like plastic bags, pieces of toilet paper, or foil. Toothbrush holders will have air holes to ensure proper drying, and they will not damage the bristles as makeshift covers do.

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Keep your toothbrush, floss, travel-size toothpaste and mouthwash in a travel pouch somewhere that's easily accessible. If you're on a long flight, brush after eating.

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Either way, a cover is usually used as a way of protecting our toothbrush from outside germs and bacteria. We all want a clean toothbrush; after all, it is something that we use in our mouth! It's no secret that toothbrushes can harbor lots of germs, including bacteria and viruses.

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According to the TSA website (Transportation Security Administration), electric toothbrushes are allowed in both carry-on and checked bags. However, if your electric toothbrush contains a lithium metal or lithium-ion battery, it's advised to pack it in your carry-on luggage instead of a checked bag.

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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.

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If the toothpaste is in larger volumes, you should put it in your check-in baggage. Although it is not required, for safer choice, we highly recommend you place your toothpaste in a clear bag that can easily be removed from your carry-on during the screening process.

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Stick deodorant is fine in any size. Well, almost any size… Powders and crystals are good to go as well. Spray, Gel, Liquid, Cream, Pastes, and Roll-On deodorants need to be in containers no larger than 3.4 ounces and placed in a clear quart-sized baggie.

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Safety Razors: Because the razor blades are so easy to remove, safety razors are not permitted in your carry-on luggage with the blade. They're fine to pack in your carry-on without the blade. The blades must be stored in your checked luggage. The same applies for straight razors.

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