Best Travel-Sized Toiletry Kits, Bags & Bottles To Buy — Now That Some Countries Are Banning Single-Use Toiletries In Hotels
As the world grapples with environmental challenges, countries like South Korea and Taiwan are taking proactive steps to reduce plastic waste and promote sustainability. In a landmark move, South Korea has banned single-use toiletries in hotels while in Taiwan they are gradually moving towards the same direction but in phases.
This significant shift towards eco-friendly travel practices not only has far-reaching implications for the hospitality industry but also impacts travellers worldwide, prompting them to reconsider their consumption habits and embrace more sustainable alternatives.
How will this impact travellers?
Bad news for those who “collect” hotel toiletries (we see you Aesop and Le Labo hunters) – no longer will mini plastic bottles of shampoo, conditioner, and shower gel be readily available in hotel bathrooms. Instead, travellers must adapt to a new norm of bringing their toiletries or utilising refillable options provided by accommodations.
Start bringing your own toiletry kits when travelling
There’s always been a market for travel-size toiletries and there’s no better time to start new habits. From toiletry bags to kits that you can fill with your own choice of soap, we put together a quick guide to bringing your own toiletries.
Ready travel-sized toiletries
If you don’t want the fuss of preparing your own toiletries, there are plenty of travel-sized toiletries on the market already. We rounded up a few worthy ones, from basic kits to full-sized compendiums.
Bring a little luxury with you with this Aesop kit which includes body wash, shampoo, conditioner and body lotion in its signature geranium scent. It might be a little pricey but this is the actual set some hotels offer as well so it’s definitely the pick if you’re feeling in the indulgent holiday mood. Aesop also has another seven-piece kit which includes toothpaste, mouthwash and lip balm which retails for $87.
Arrival Travel Kit, $48.90, Buy it from Lazada
Sensatia Botanicals Hydrating Travel Set
If you’re looking for a more affordable Aesop dupe, this comes close. The blend of starfruit, lavender and petitgrain oil gives it a rich citrus scent that is refreshing and also luxurious.
Hydrating Travel Set, $29.90, Buy it from Shopee
Malin + Goetz Face, Body & Hair Mini Essential Kit
Perfect for travelling or if you want to sample Malin+Goetz products, this TSA-approved kit includes the brand’s famous cilantro (yes, coriander) conditioner, bergamot hand cream, peppermint shampoo and grapefruit face cleanser.
Mini Essential Kit, $72, Buy it from Sephora
It might be pricey but this mega 20-piece kit includes almost everything you need in a travel kit. There’s a razor, shaving cream, nail clippers, floss and even breath mints and even Advil and Tylenol for that holiday headache induced by eating too much. The kit is also TSA-approved.
Travel Convenience Kit, $91.47, Buy it from AmazonToiletry kits
Not too keen to splash out more money on travel kits? You can also make your own. All you need are some empty containers to fill with your choice of soap and shampoo and you’re good to go.
4-In-1 Leak Proof Travel Bottle
Containing four refillable bottles in one dispenser, you can carry all your toiletries in one nifty package. The design also prevents leaks so you don’t have to worry about the liquids going on all your clothes.
Travel Bottle, $5.49, Buy it from Shopee
If you prefer a squeezy tube for your toiletries, this pack of four is made from silicone and leak-proof. It also comes in a clear bag for storage – or double protection in case there is spillage.
Travel Bottles Set, $12.59, Buy it from Amazon
Depoza 16-Pack Travel Bottles Set
Travelling with your creams and serums? Better make sure there’s a container for everything. This 16-pack set comes with an assortment of tubs and bottles so you won’t miss anything from your skincare routine.
16-Pack Travel Bottles Set, $26.31, Buy it from Amazon
Cosywell Travel Bottles for Toiletries
With modern-looking labels and high-quality brown bottles, this set looks as good as a set you get in hotels.
Cosywell Travel Bottles, $21.37, Buy it from AmazonToiletry bags
Now that you have your toiletries, it’s time you get a cool-looking bag to tote around everything. From stylish pouches to bags that you can hang when you reach the hotel, we gathered a couple of choices.
Who has time for boring pouches when you can get a neon-coloured one? The pouch is also made from water-resistant material.
Neon Travel Pouch, $5.41, Buy it from Amazon
Sometimes after a long flight, you just get so lazy to unpack which is why these hanging cases for yout toiletries are so convenient. Right when you check in to your accommodation, just hang it on to your door or wardrobe – the bag already comes with a hook so you don’t have to do much.
Hanging Box Case, $26, Buy it from Lazada
Toiletry Bag With Hanging Hook
Travelling with more than your average amount of toiletries? Nothing to be ashamed about – this roomy bag comes with plenty of extra storage and multiple compartments to keep your stuff organised. All you have to do is pack it and hang it up!
Toiletry Bag With Hanging Hook, $35.18, Buy it from Amazon
This rustic-looking bag is roomy and stylish and made from distressed leather. If you want to travel in style, this will suit your aesthetic.
Leather Toiletry Bag, $53.40, Buy it from Amazon
