If You Refuse To Check A Bag When You Fly, Check Out These 30 Walmart Items That Will Make Packing Your Carry-On A Breeze

If You Refuse To Check A Bag When You Fly, Check Out These 30 Walmart Items That Will Make Packing Your Carry-On A Breeze

BuzzFeed-Shopping·2024-02-21 15:03

1. A lay-flat drawstring makeup organizer to keep your makeup from spilling all over the counter or floor. It makes packing up and heading to the next stop that much easier, too.

Lay N Go

Promising reviews: "The quality is as nice as I was hoping. I wish I'd bought one a long time ago as it is so perfect to see all my products at a glance." —Michele

"This is a GAME CHANGER as far as travel goes!!! Wow. What a great product. Easy to use. Well made. Washable. Perfect." —Cory

Price: $29.95 (available in 17 colors)

2. A three-pack of organization bags you can use to keep your documents and accessories organized. The largest bag is excellent for holding your boarding pass and itinerary and slides right into your bag.

Walmart

Price: $10.78

3. A pair of roll-up flats that'll leave your twinkle toes forever grateful. When your OOTD shoe turns against you and your feet start to ache, just pop out your flats. Not only are they super comfy, reviewers say they look great with any outfit.

Walmart

Promising reviews: "I've been purchasing these shoes or a similar type from Walmart for years. Every time I bring them on vacation, I get comments from other people about how cute yet comfortable they look. And they are!!! I keep them in my purse in a little bag and pull 'em out when the feel in my heel is too much to deal with." —Ceedub

Price: $10.98 (available in women's sizes 6–12 and in two colors)

4. A first-aid kit to quickly address those nasty paper cuts or any minor scrapes and scratches that might happen during your travels. The super cute tin is reusable, so instead of buying a new kit when you run out, just purchase refills of the items you're missing.

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This kit comes with 30 brightly colored flex fabric bandages; 12 single-use essentials: three triple antibiotic ointments; three 1% hydrocortisone anti-itch ointments, and six hand sanitizer packets.

Promising review: "Worth it. Great for the parents' bag or just the well-prepared. The bandages are fabric, and they stick well! I'm glad I took a chance. As for now, these bandages have replaced other brands on our shelf." —Travis

Price: $10.73

5. A pair of earbuds so you can zone out while listening to the next chapter of your latest thriller.

Walmart

Promising review: "These have great sound, charge quickly, and hold the charge well. They also look good too, especially for the price. They don't look 'cheap.' I'm very happy with them!" —Bianca

Price: $22.88+ (available in six colors)

6. A pack of ouchless scrunchies because at some point during your travels, the messy bun starts calling your name so it's best to be prepared.

Walmart

Promising review: "The QUALITY Goody scrunchies I remember!! Super soft and I throw them in the washer (air dry ONLY) with my regular laundry. They last and last and last, and I can get lots of colors to match outfits!! LOVE EM!!" —Mommacub

Price: $6.07 (originally $8.83)

7. A Mario Badescu rose water facial spray perfect for hydrating your skin or giving your face a little pick-me-up. It's like an energy drink for your skin. Reviewers say they like to use it to lock in their moisturizer.

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I love this spray. It smells great and wakes me up after a few spritzes. It's great to keep in your bag, but you can also use it at night after you've washed the day off. 

Promising review: "What I liked about both cucumber and the rose water spray is it simply works, it locks in my daily moisturizing routine, and smells great! The price is right, and I like the smaller bottles for my tote or purse. A go-to for me!" —Diana

Price: $5

8. A multi-use lip and cheek tint in case you're searching for a time-saving solution that'll add some emphasis to your cheeks and perfect pout.

Walmart

Promising review: "Bro it's so good, natural look and feel, lasts all day, and it's soooo pretty. Dewy finish that isn't overly shiny." —meep

Price: $8.98 (available in five colors)

9. A collapsible travel kettle perfect for making the most out of a hotel with little to no amenities. Reviewers say they were even able to boil eggs in their travel kettle, making it an absolute must-have for travel.

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Promising reviews: "I love this kettle. It boils up a storm and is so cute!" —Diane

"This was perfect for our trip to Vegas. We used this and some instant coffee packets from Trader Joe's, a great way to start the day without trekking to an expensive coffee shop." —Mary

Price: $29.99

10. A pack of individually wrapped lens cleaning wipes so you don't have to keep asking the person next to you, "What does that say?" Plus, they'll help to keep your camera lens clean so your photos don't have an unidentifiable object lurking in them.

Walmart

Promising reviews: "These are the best ones I have found. I have tried several different brands, but this one is definitely my favorite. It does the job well and I don't need to use them as often as I did with other brands." —Cozy

"Love these wipes for my glasses and iPhone screen. Individually wrapped for convenience, very small, so easy to keep in pocket or purse. Easy to open." —Tricia

Price: $5.98

11. A three-piece packing cube set ideal for maximizing every inch of space in your luggage. You could fit a week's worth of clothes in a carry-on with no problem.

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Price: $29.76 (available in four colors)

12. Or, an eight-piece packing cube set if you're looking to organize every item in your carry-on. From toiletries to sneakers, every essential will be nestled into its place for easy packing. And, it'll make double-checking your inventory easier when it's time to head home.

Walmart

Promising review: "These packing cubes fit everything I needed for my trip. They are pretty equal when it comes to quality and price. Definitely has improved my packing organization." —Olivia

Price: $17.99 (available in five colors)

13. A bottle of Downy Wrinkle Releaser fabric spray because waking up in the morning and forgetting that your vacay shirt is full of wrinkles is a fool proof way to ruin a trip. No more with this baby!

Target

Promising review: "I use this product daily! I have the larger size for home use and the travel size packed for any and all trips! This is a holy grail product for me! *TIP* Spray on your clothing, flap 2-3 times, lie flat and wipe away the wrinkles! Works every time!" —LeAnne

Price: $1.47 (originally $7.96)

14. A Revlon volcanic face roller for soaking up excess oil. If you're tired of carrying those blotting papers, try this! It can be used on a clean or made-up face. Yes, you can use it on your finished face without it messing up your makeup.

Walmart

Promising review: "Seriously love this product, takes the oil and leaves the makeup." —reanna

Price: $12.75

15. A travel lint roller to get all of the lint and loose hair that somehow wound up on all the clothes you packed for vacation.

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Price: $9.96

16. A two-pack of clip-on toothbrush covers to protect makeup and other miscellaneous substances from getting in your bristles.

Walmart

Promising review: "I have bought these several times. I have sent them to college with my daughter and used them for travel and at home. I love this product." —momofonejv

Price: $5.82

17. A pack of travel-sized Poo-Pourri to minimize the damage when that Impossible Burger almost makes it impossible for you to reach the toilet. Spraying the bathroom before you go will ensure the safety of everyone who uses the restroom after you.

Walmart

Promising reviews: "Perfect purse size sprays." —Robin

"These are great for traveling, and carrying in purses, love that." —Rebecca

Price: $9.97

18. A roll-on migraine stick in case you come down with a bad case of the headaches. This migraine stick may provide you with some quick relief, wherever you may be.

Walmart

Promising review: "I apply the gel to the back of my neck and my migraine pain disappears in about 30 minutes. I used to take Excedrin. Thank goodness I found this product. Stopain Migraine is amazing. I can apply it several times a day and it has no side effects. My daughter uses it too, and she sometimes can't get through the day without it. Thank you!" —Tops

Price: $16.99

19. An anti-nausea wristband that claims to keep motion sickness at bay. So when things get to rocking, hopefully you won't have to go knocking on the bathroom door.

Walmart

Promising review: "I have vertigo. Vertigo makes you feel that you are falling over and terribly dizzy. It caused my sinus buildup or inner ear imbalance of fluid. These sea bands help to minimize or take away the dizziness while you wear them. I can hold down a job. They have really improved the quality of my life." —DJ

Price: $8.96

20. A pack of eye gels that will give you a quick 15-minute refresh. Infused with caffeine, collagen, and other essential ingredients, these pour hydration and elasticity back into tired under-eye skin leaving you feeling (and looking) energized.

Walmart

Promising review: "These were the first under-eye patches I've used but they work great! As soon as I took them off and rubbed in the serum, I could see a big difference." —Jess

Price: $4

21. A high-performance liquid lipstick that puts the shine in — well, shine! It's super pigmented for an ultra-vibrant, glistening lip that'll instantly make you feel like a brand-new person.

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I have this lipstick in several shades, and it is my favorite of all time. A little goes a long way and the color is so rich. The lipstick is already great before even adding the shine gloss on top, but the duo together? Unstoppable lip power.

Promising review: "I love wearing this on makeup and non-makeup days. It lasts ALL DAY, up until the moment I wash my face at night. Something about the formula keeps it from drying out your lips. A+!!" —Jennifer

Price: $9.28+ (available in 12 shades)

22. A pack of chewable Pepto-Bismol tablets because nothing puts a damper on a fun day like tummy woes. Hopefully, this will stop those rumblings in their track before they escalate to disasters.

Walmart

Promising review: "Best medicine ever developed! I keep tablets in my purse and especially my travel bags. Cures a hangover tummy, diarrhea — all the things you want to go away quickly!" —Kelly

Price: $5.54

23. A set of travel bottles complete with scrub attachments for multitasking storage for your personal hygiene liquids like shampoo or face wash. The little scrubbers offer gentle exfoliation for your face and scalp leaving you with an extra clean and invigorating feeling.

Walmart

Price: $13.05 (for the set of two bottles)

24. Or a mini bottle of dry shampoo so you can give your mane a refresh throughout the trip without needing to pack a massive bottle of shampoo or worry about any soapy spills in-flight.

Walmart

Promising review: "This is my favorite dry shampoo. It smells good, gets rid of the oily look in my hair, and adds more volume where I need it!" —Rachel

Price: $3

25. A solid facial cleanser stick that’ll free up room for other liquids in your bag. This cleanser starts as a solid but when you apply water, it foams up into a cleansing oil.

Walmart

Promising review: “Water-free cleanser is genius. This is a must-have for anyone who travels or appreciates simple, effective products in their routine. Love that it's a K-Beauty product and a product that focuses on natural ingredients. When I'm at home, it's the second cleanser in my double-wash routine. When I'm away, it's all I need to remove the day. I had to buy my boyfriend his own stick because he kept swiping mine for weekend trips.” —J

Price: $17.99

26. A pair of pillow slides perfect for getting through TSA easier. Just slip them off and slip them back on. Plus, they're super comfy, especially on days when you wish you could wear your house slippers everywhere you go. These are the next best thing.

Walmart

Promising review: "Comfortable, my goodness, my feet feel as if I'm walking on clouds. I have looked everywhere and purchased many slides but these slides are the best, fit perfectly." —Cheyenne 

Price: $16.99 (originally $32.99; available in women's sizes 5–13 and five colors)

27. A compact hair dryer with a folding handle and retractable cord because you can't trust that the hotel will have one that manages your tresses to your liking.

Walmart

Promising review: "I love this hair dryer. I love that the handle folds so it fits in my suit case easily. I have very thick curly hair and it dries it with no problem. Perfect for traveling!" —SouthernAccent

Price: $29.45

28. A seven day set of makeup eraser cloths famous for getting rid of all your makeup with nothing but water. There is no need to take up space with makeup remover; just slip these towels in your back and save the extra space for souvenirs you may pick up on your trip.

Walmart

Price: $24

29. A handheld steamer because you've managed to fit all your outfits inside the bag which means they're definitely going to be wrinkled when you finally unpack. This handheld steamer will have them looking ~pristine~ when you're ready to head out and explore.

Walmart

Promising review: "Very convenient. I packed it in my suitcase and took it on the cruise with me to use to remove wrinkles from my clothing. An iron is not allowed but my steamer was. I had no intention of paying to have my clothes pressed. A great deal." —Neet

Price: $26.24 (originally $39.97)

30. A travel-sized weekly pill organizer so you can always keep your vitamins or medicine with you. They have a.m. and p.m. compartments, too.

Walmart

Promising review: "I love this so much. It makes taking vitamins easy. Would recommend." —Gabriella

Price: $12.99

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