11 Personal Care Items to Travel With at All Times

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There's so much to be excited about when traveling, from exploring new sights to indulging in local treats. Now, not to be pessimistic, but even the most carefully planned trips can come with hiccups, such as coming down with a cold COVID-19, or the flu. While it's challenging to steer clear of germs completely during your travels, we're big advocates for taking preventative measures, like staying hydrated and regularly spritzing on hand sanitizer.

It's not just about dodging an illness. There are other travel spoilers like blisters, bug bites, and sunburns. So, to prepare you for anything and everything your upcoming vacation may throw at you, we've curated a guide to 11 of our favorite healthy travel essentials and personal care items from Amazon. Keep scrolling to check them all out. (You might even be pleasantly surprised to find that hand sanitizers and bug bite treatments can come in chic packaging.)

Best Aloe Vera Gel
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Best Aloe Vera Gel

Aloderma 99% Organic Aloe Vera Gel ($8)

No matter how diligently you work to prevent sunburns, they can still happen from time to time. That's why it might be worth packing this top-selling aloe vera gel in your carry-on. It comes in a 1.5-ounce tube, so you don't have to worry about it being too big to bring on the plane. Plus, the green tube will be easy to spot in your bag, giving you quick access to cooling and soothing relief.

Best First Aid Kit
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Best First Aid Kit

Small First Aid Kit ($9)

You can't go wrong with having a little first aid kit on hand, just in case. It comes with a whopping 150 pieces, including everything from gauze and bandages to scissors and tweezers. (There's even an emergency blanket in there!) For an idea of the shape, customers say it fits easily into their car's glovebox. One reviewer who gave it a five-star rating wrote that it's a "great size to pack into a suitcase for traveling."

Best Face Masks
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Best Face Masks

ZIYE 100 Pcs Multicolor Disposable Face Masks ($12)

Pack a set of protective face masks in your bag to shield yourself from germs while traveling. With over 20,000 five-star ratings, these multicolor masks are a stylish choice for staying safe on the go. They have elastic ear straps and an adjustable nose center for a comfortable fit. If you prefer a more uniform look, there's also an all-black option available.

Best Face Towels
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Best Face Towels

Clean Skin Club Clean Towels ($12)

If you like cleansing your face with a hand towel but find it inconvenient while traveling, the TikTok-famous Clean Skin Club towels should be on your radar. One of our editors who uses them daily says, "using them makes me feel more in control (rather than worrying about what bacteria are living on my facecloths." Read her complete Clean Skin Club Clean Towels review for more.

Best Hand Sanitizer
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Best Hand Sanitizer

Touchland Glow Mist Revitalizing Hand Sanitizer Spray ($16)

Who says hand sanitizer can't be chic? Touchland is the It-girl of the category, and this one not only kills bacteria, but helps moisturize your skin with aloe vera. It's also scented with notes of rose petals, a refreshing alternative to overpowering traditional sanitizers.

Bug Bite Relief
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Bug Bite Relief

Kinfield Bug Bite Remedy Relief Patches ($18)

These bug bite relief patches are perfect for travel and aesthetically pleasing, too. Each little hydrocolloid patch is infused with arnica and witch hazel. When you apply one to your bug bite, it soothes your skin and alleviates itchiness.



Best Antibacterial Wipes
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Best Antibacterial Wipes

Wet Ones Antibacterial Hand Wipes ($20, originally $23)

Each of these antibacterial wipe packs comes with 20 wipes, and they're compact enough to slip into your personal item with ease. They're super convenient because you can use them to clean your hands and surfaces, like the tray table on the plane.

Best Hand Cream
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Best Hand Cream

L'Occitane Shea Butter Hand Cream ($30)

If you're regularly spritzing hand sanitizer, you'll want to follow it with a nourishing hand lotion, like this luxurious tube from L'Occitane. It's packed with shea butter to help make your hands feel baby-soft. We guarantee you'll find yourself reaching for it over and over again.

Best Body Sunscreen
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Best Body Sunscreen

The Bod Guard - Award-Winning Gel Body Sunscreen ($25)

This clear gel sunscreen's texture is revolutionary — and no, that's not an understatement. It's quick-drying, doesn't leave a white cast, and isn't oily or greasy in the least. Trust us: It'll be worth packing in your checked baggage. Learn more by reading our Bod Guard Gel Body Sunscreen review.

Best Heel Relief
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Best Heel Relief

Welly Bandages ($40)

If you're setting off on an adventure that involves lots of walking, don't forget to pack these hydrocolloid bandages designed for heel blisters. They're perfect for either preventing them or healing the ones you've acquired along the way. And they come in a reusable tin can.

Best Face Sunscreen
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Best Face Sunscreen

EltaMD UV Clear Face Sunscreen ($43)

Consider this your gentle yet urgent reminder to apply facial sunscreen daily to keep your skin healthy and prevent damage. This one from EltaMD makes it easy because it's silky-smooth, lightweight, moisturizing, and doesn't have a strong sunscreen smell. It's a hit among beauty editors, celebrities, and beauty aficionados alike.