And remember: There are some items you can't carry on board; for eg, tweezers, nail scissors, corkscrews. Make sure you're well aware of the prohibited items list opens in new window, and that you can do without these things on your trip.
To be on the safe side, only take forceps-type tweezers in carry-on luggage and always pack the scissors-type in your checked-in baggage. When just doing carry-on, leave your big toilet bag at home. Put your items in a thin plastic bag as this can be laid flat in your case.
Can I take scissors, tweezers or an umbrella in hand luggage? While most everyday items such as scissors, nail clippers, and tweezers are allowed, there are other simple items that are prohibited. You definitely won't be cracking open the wine on board as corkscrews are not allowed in hand luggage.
If packed in carry-on, they must be less than 4 inches from the pivot point. Any sharp objects in checked bags should be sheathed or securely wrapped to prevent injury to baggage handlers and inspectors.
You can pack tweezers in hand or checked baggage without any packing restrictions. But TSA doesn't allow packing sharp objects in hand baggage because some of them could be used as potential weapons. So some special types of tweezers might be prohibited if they have sharp, pointy ends.
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.
Checked Bags: Yes
Any sharp objects in checked baggage should be sheathed or securely wrapped to prevent injury to baggage handlers and inspectors.
Liquid, aerosol or gel items must be in containers of 100 millilitres (volume), 100 grams (weight) or less. Containers must fit into one transparent and re-sealable plastic bag like a snap-lock sandwich bag. The four sides of the bag's sealed area must add up to no more than 80 centimetres (e.g. 20x20 cm or 15x25 cm).
Nail clippers, nail-trimming scissors and cuticle cutters are totally fine in your carry-on bag.
Checked Bags: Yes
Any sharp objects in checked bags should be sheathed or securely wrapped to prevent injury to baggage handlers and inspectors.
Do not pack you portable charger (power pack) in hold luggage: Taking your portable phone charger (power pack) on a plane is fine, but just remember to pack it in your hand luggage. Do not put them in your hold luggage as this is not permitted and could result in your luggage not being loaded.
And remember: There are some items you can't carry on board; for eg, tweezers, nail scissors, corkscrews. Make sure you're well aware of the prohibited items list opens in new window, and that you can do without these things on your trip.
Our Australian regulations are among the strictest in the world. The regulations provide that small blunt ended or rounded ended scissors with blades less than 6cm long are permitted in carry-on baggage at the discretion of the security screening officer at the airport.
Electric razors and razors that have the blade set into a plastic moulding are permitted in carry-on baggage. Razor blades and razors that can be opened and the razor blade removed are permitted in checked baggage only.
Tweezers, electric razors, disposable razors, and their cartridges are all permitted in your carry-on luggage or personal item.
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.
Carry it – wipes are not liquids, so load up on what you need. Carry it and use it– air in the plane can get dry; stay moisturized.
Don't forget, lip gloss and mascara count as liquids!
TSA classifies both solid deodorant and lipstick as solids. Neither needs to go in your liquids bag.
Both dental floss and floss picks can be carried inside both hand luggage and checked luggage. These two dental hygiene products are not categorized as toiletries as they are not liquids, gels, or creams.
Roll-On Deodorant
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.
As a traveller, you need to consider that makeup in liquid, aerosol, or gel form may be taken as hand luggage on a flight. Following the regulations, most airlines and airports allow passengers to bring small amounts of liquid, gel, or cream cosmetics in containers that are 3.4 ounces (100 millilitres).
Liquid or gel food items larger than 3.4 oz are not allowed in carry-on bags and should be placed in your checked bags if possible. TSA officers may instruct travelers to separate items from carry-on bags such as foods, powders, and any materials that can clutter bags and obstruct clear images on the X-ray machine.