Packing for a flight can often be like solving a complex puzzle... What items are allowed in the cabin? Clippers, razors?
What shaving accessories can I take with me, and how should I pack them to avoid the hassle of security checks?
In this practical guide, we will :
- Demystifying the rules of air travel for shavers, clippers, blades and care products.
- Tips on how to pack your belongings efficiently.
So relax and read on for stress-free travel with your shaving accessories!
Shaving and cutting accessories
To save you the trouble, we've put together a list of what you can and can't take with you when it comes to shaving accessories:
| Product/Accessory | Cabin baggage | Cargo hold |
| Electric clippers and shavers | Approved ✔️ (lithium batteries: 2g or 100Wh max) | Approved ✔️ (wrap for protection) |
| Spare batteries | Authorized ✔️ | Refused ❌ |
| Safety and manual razors | Approved ✔️ (without blade) | Authorized ✔️ |
| Cabbage cutter and shavette | Refused ❌ | Authorized ✔️ |
| Scissors | Authorized ✔️ (blade < 6cm) | Authorized ✔️ (all types) |
| Razor blades | Refused ❌ | Authorized ✔️ |
| Beard brush/beard comb | Authorized ✔️ | Authorized ✔️ |
Care
There's nothing worse than starting your vacation by arriving at your destination only to discover that your favorite shaving cream has been confiscated by airport security...
| Product/Accessory | Cabin baggage | Cargo hold |
| Care and products | Authorized ✔️ (max 100ml per product, total 1L/1kg) | Authorized ✔️ (max 2L/2kg, each product < 100ml) |
| Beard oil | Authorized ✔️ (if < 100ml) | Authorized ✔️ |
| Beard balm | Authorized ✔️ (if < 100ml) | Authorized ✔️ |
| Beard soap | Authorized ✔️ (if < 100ml for liquids) | Authorized ✔️ |
| Alum stone | Generally authorized ✔️ | Authorized ✔️ |
| Badger | Authorized ✔️ | Authorized ✔️ |
| After-shave lotions | Authorized ✔️ (if < 100ml) | Authorized ✔️ |
| Minoxidil | Authorized ✔️ (if < 100ml) | Authorized ✔️ |
Can I take a trimmer or electric razor on a plane?
- ✔️ Allowed in cabin
- ✔️ Allowed in the hold under certain conditions
What you need to know : The lithium metal content of the battery should be 2g or less, and the lithium-ion content 100 Wh or less. This is not usually a problem, as the batteries in electric clippers or shavers are generally very small.
In the cabin
The electric trimmers and electric razors, rechargeable or not, are allowed in hand luggage.
Warning: Make sure your battery is suitable! Airlines and the TSA (Transportation Security Administration) reserves the right to accept or reject.
In the hold
Clippers and electric razors are also allowed in checked baggage. If you have to place them in the hold, it's advisable to wrap them in a cloth or towel to protect them from knocks and scratches.
Tip: If you're on the move a lot, I recommend that you equip yourself with a travel-friendly mini trimmer.
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Safety, manual and disposable razors and blades
- ✔️ Allowed in cabin without the blade
- ✔️ Allowed in the hold
Disposable razors
In the cabin
Disposable razors are permitted in hand baggage. These razors include those made by: Bic, Dollar Shave Club, Gillette, Harry's, Schick and Solimo.
Note: There are two types of disposable razors: those that you throw away entirely (there's no razor blade cartridge) and those that use a blade refill. For the latter, you throw away the blade only, but keep the handle and simply add a new blade.
In the hold
Disposable razors can also be packed in checked baggage. There are no special restrictions.
Safety razors
In the cabin
Safety razors are not allowed in the aircraft cabin. You can only take the handle, not the razor, as hand luggage.
Whether you have an open comb, a closed comb, etc., if you have a safety razor, only the handle without the blade is allowed in the cabin!
Note: Put the blade of your safety razor in the hold.
In the hold
Safety razor blades must be checked in your checked baggage. Just be sure to pack your blades separately and send them in the hold.
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Straight razors
In the cabin
Straight razors are NOT permitted in carry-on baggage. You cannot take straight razors in the cabin. However, you can take the handle with you if it does not contain a blade.
Note: Put the blade of your straight razor in the hold.
In the hold
Straight razors must be packed in your checked baggage. Just make sure the blades are well packed to avoid any risk of injury during baggage inspection (and unpacking!).
Box of razors
In the cabin
You cannot take a box of razors in your hand luggage.
However, you are allowed to take a pack of razors with you if all the razors are in a cartridge of blades.
For example, if you have Gillette Fusion ProGlide disposable razor cartridges, these are accepted in your cabin baggage.
In the hold
You can take a box of razors in your checked baggage. Just make sure the blades are well packed to avoid injury.
Cabbage cutter and shavette
- ✔️ Authorized in cab without blade
- ✔️ Allowed in the hold
Cabin cabbage trimmers and shavers are not permitted with the blade.because they are perceived as potential weapons.
You must remove the blade and place it in your checked luggage.but you can take the handle with you in the cabin.
Spare batteries
- ✔️ Allowed in the cabin
- ❌ Rejected in the hold
LSpare batteries are generally not allowed in the hold of an aircraft.. They could catch fire, which is a serious safety risk.
Scissors
- ✔️ Cabin-mounted if blade size is less than 6 cm
- ✔️ Allowed in the hold
You are allowed to take scissors in your hand luggage. As long as the blade is less than 6 cm long!
You are allowed to take any type of scissors with you in checked baggage.
Care and products
- ✔️ Authorized in cabin (max 100ml per product, total 1L/1kg)
- ✔️ Allowed in hold (total 2L/2kg)
In the cabin
All liquids, creams, gels, perfumes and oils must be packaged in containers not exceeding 100 ml each. Lhe total quantity is limited to 1 L or 1 kg, and each product must not exceed 100 ml.
In the hold
You are allowed to take in your luggage a maximum of 2 L or 2 kg.
What kind of care can I take on the plane?
These products must be placed in closed plastic bags to avoid confiscation by airport security.
For which airlines is this information verified?
Transport rules are very similar all over the world! From America to Europe to Asia, you'll find almost the same specificities.
Recurring airlines :
France :
- Air France - French national airline.
- Transavia France - Low-cost subsidiary of Air France-KLM.
- Corsair International - Scheduled French airline.
Spain:
- Iberia - Spanish national airline.
- Vueling - Low-cost airline based in Spain.
- Air Europa - Spanish airline.
Mexico :
- Aeroméxico - Mexico's national airline.
- Volaris - Low-cost airline based in Mexico.
Argentina:
- Aerolíneas Argentinas - Argentina's national airline.
- LATAM - South American-based airline.
- Norwegian Air Argentina - Argentine subsidiary of Norwegian low-cost airline.
United States :
- American Airlines - One of the world's largest airlines, based in the United States.
- Delta Air Lines - One of the world's largest airlines, based in the United States.
- Southwest Airlines - The world's largest low-cost airline, based in the United States.
United Kingdom:
- British Airways - British national airline.
- Virgin Atlantic - British airline based in London.
Canada :
- Air Canada - Canada's national airline.
- WestJet - Canadian low-cost airline.
- Air Transat - Canadian-based airline.
Germany:
How do you pack for a bearded man?
Now that you know what to pack in your carry-on when it comes to shaving accessories, it's time to start packing.
Here are some tips to help you get started:
- Pack all sharp objects, such as razors, in your checked baggage. This will prevent them from accidentally damaging other items in your bag.
- Make sure all your products are in travel size containers. This will save space in your bag and make it easier to pack.
- Think carefully about the products you really need. You may not need all your usual products when you travel.
- Organize your items so that they are easy to find and enter when you need them. A good way to do this is to use a toiletry bag or case.
By following these simple tips, you can be sure that your shaving accessories will be packed and ready to go when you want them.
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