13 Best Travel Toiletry Bottles: Editor Tested, Leakproof, & Reusable

Whether you’re spending two weeks or two days away from home, you’re going to need to pack some toiletries. You need the best best travel toiletry bottles around, since buying mini versions of all your favorite skincare and hair products means a whole lot of single-use plastic (and money, and trips to the drugstore).

When deciding which ones to use, the main priority is ensuring your reusable toiletry bottles are completely leakproof, so you don’t have to worry about an accidental spill in your carry-on. I’ve put dozens of reusable bottles to the test to determine which ones are actually worth buying. Below, you’ll find my picks of the best travel toiletry bottles that will protect your shampoos, soaps, and serums—and your suitcase, too. I’ve included options best suited for all types of products and all types of journeys. Best of all, these toiletry bottles are TSA-approved in size, so you don’t need to worry about any of your favorite products being thrown out at the airport.

How I tested:

I scoured the internet to find the most popular travel toiletry bottles—searching a variety of retailers, reading hundreds of reviews, and considering online ratings. After my initial research, I put many reusable toiletry bottles to the test, trying out dozens of options that range in price, size, and design. I’ve had some of these toiletry bottles for over two years and they’ve accompanied me on a mix of weeklong vacations in checked luggage and short weekend trips in tightly-packed duffel bags.

Over the last several months, I tested another batch of options: I’ve filled them with a variety of skincare, hair care, and body products—thick body wash, contact solution, and leave-in conditioner included. I’ve even left these filled containers upside down overnight to see if there were any unexpected leaks. My findings: There are many subpar plastic bottles out there, but there are also great leakproof, easy-to-use sets for every type of traveler. Keep scrolling for the best travel toiletry bottles to pack wherever you’re headed next.

My top pick:

Cadence Bestseller Set

I could rave all day about how much I love Cadence Flex Capsules—if you really want to upgrade your collection of travel bottles, these are for you. I’ve been using them for the last few years and they really are my favorite. The TSA-approved, BPA-free capsules are magnetic, so they cling to one another in any Dopp kit, reducing the space taken up. They’re designed without any right angles or edges, making them the easiest on our list to clean. They also feature interchangeable, magnetic labels, so you know exactly what product you’re reaching for, whether that’s shampoo or makeup remover. Best of all, they are 100% leakproof.

You can use these capsules for anything really, from shampoo and body wash to makeup remover and moisturizer. Along with liquid toiletries, I regularly use them to hold medications like Advil and Benadryl, daily vitamins, and safety pins. There are three standard sizes available: The Flex Small (0.56 oz.), The Flex Medium (1.32 oz.), and The Flex Large (2.75 oz.). If you need more space, simply add on the Flex Extender, which can be twisted onto any Flex Capsule to give you room for extra product. You can buy individual bottles, customize your own routine, or choose a set like this bestseller bundle, which really has it all. The Bestseller Set features five medium-size capsules, two small ones, and one flex extender. Labels included in the bundle are shampoo, conditioner, body wash, cleanser, moisturizer, a pill icon, and a sun icon (for SPF).

Pros: It’s easy to get every last drop of product inside each capsule and just as easy to rinse out and reuse. The interchangeable labels can be swapped out depending on what you’re packing.
Cons: These are the most expensive option on our list and there’s no pump or way to squeeze the bottle, so you will need to scoop product out.

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Hair and body wash

Tocelffe 18-pack travel bottles

This Amazon bestseller is versatile enough for every type of traveler. The 18-pack from Tocelffe features four silicone bottles of varying size (two 3-oz. bottles and two 2-oz. bottles), four small jars for creams and serums, two spray bottles, two spatulas, a funnel, labels, and a cleaning brush. These all come in a waterproof toiletry bag that you can reuse to carry makeup or tech essentials. In this set, I find myself mostly reaching for the ultra-soft silicone bottles, which are great for products like body wash, shampoo, and micellar water. Each of these bottles feature three-layer leak-proof tops so you don’t have to worry about spills in your bag. Something I love about these bottles is how they can be bent and squeezed easily to get every last bit of product out of them.

Pros: Very affordable, comes in a clear toiletry case, and the bottles’ wide opening makes it easy to refill.
Cons: The small plastic jars are not as reliable as the silicone bottles in this set.

LiquiSnugs silicone travel bottles with suction cups

No matter how organized I try to stay, my bathroom counter at every hotel always becomes cluttered with my many toiletries and hair products. The LiquiSnugs look like your classic silicone travel bottles, but they feature a clever suction cup on the back that allows you to stick them onto any shower wall—freeing up limited counter space. These are great for in-shower products like shampoo, conditioner, and body wash. This set of four bottles features two 3-oz. bottles and two 2-oz. bottles, so you can choose how much product you need depending on the length of your trip. Another smart design feature: Twist the top to adjust the label name so you won’t forget what’s inside. I’ve had these for about two years now and I consistently reach for these to pack shampoo and conditioner.

Pros: The unique suction cup design makes them great for shower products.
Cons: These occasionally will fall off shower walls if there’s not a little bit of water to keep them in place.

Humangear GoToob+ travel bottles

Humangear’s three-pack of soft, silicone bottles are a new discovery of mine. They’re available in three different sizes (1.7 oz., 2.5 oz., and 3.4 oz.), and a few different colorways. The cool thing about these is the LoopLock that adds an extra layer of security to the lid and can be used to hang from a hook or clip onto a bag, making them a nice choice for camping or other outdoor activities. The large opening makes them easy to refill and wash after using. They’re also TSA-approved, BPA-free, and food safe.

Pros: These can be hung from a hook or clipped onto a bag.
Cons: There are only three bottles in each set.

Gemice travel bottles

If you’re just looking for a few affordable no-frills travel bottles, these are for you. Available in a variety of colors, the silicone bottles do just what they say they will. They’re leakproof, come in a set of four, and are easy to refill and clean. While there’s no bells and whistles, these 3 oz. bottles pleasantly surprised me with just how much product they fit compared to some of the other classic silicone bottles I tested, making them an ideal option for a longer vacation. Plus, these have an average of 4.5 stars on Amazon with over 12,000 global reviews.

Pros: These a versatile for a variety of products and available in many colorways.
Cons: This set doesn’t come with labels or a proper toiletry case.

Cleansers and serums

S’well travel bottle set

You probably know and love S’well for its reusable water bottles, but I recently tested out its travel bottles and was not the least bit disappointed. The set of three 3.4-oz. bottles come in a nice reusable toiletry bag (much nicer than some of the less expensive plastic ones), and each have a cover on top and a twist-to-lock cap to keep products secure. Made from recycled aluminum, these lightweight bottles feature a leakproof pump that’s best suited for face wash, serums, gels, and leave-in conditioners—although they can be used for other hair and body products, too. Even hand sanitizer works well in these bottles. I love the pump on these—of all the bottles I’ve tested, these ones feel most like I’m using my full-size products at home. Plus, they look really chic on the bathroom counter.

Pros: Each bottle has a cap for extra security and the pump works well for cleansers and gels.
Cons: Because of the pump, you might prefer not to use for thicker products like shampoo and conditioner.

Ries Essential travel bottles

These are a more elevated, aesthetically pleasing take on the classic reusable travel bottles you may have used in the past. Ries prioritizes sustainability and design with these essentials: Each bottle is made from recycled plastic and features a large opening at the top, which makes it easy to refill and clean (not to mention, they’re dishwasher safe). Travelers can purchases these bottles individually (a 3.4-oz. bottle or a 1.7-oz. bottle) or in a set with both sizes. My favorite thing about these bottles is the airless pump—I feel so glamorous while doing my nighttime skincare routine with these, and it makes it easier to use products like face wash or cleanser on the road. The bottles are pre-labeled (shampoo, conditioner, body, face) and you can twist the top to the side to conceal the opening, so product won’t spill out.

Pros: Sustainably made; if you prefer a pump, these are for you.
Cons: The bottles are a bit bulky and take up a more room in my makeup bag than most travel-size products I use.

A variety of products

Morfone 16-pack travel bottles set

For those with a more rigid skincare or haircare routine, this 16-pack lets you bring along every last product you want—and it all fits into one reusable case. The set comes with four silicone bottles, four jars, two spray bottles, two scoopers, a funnel, and a cleaning brush. The variety means you can pack everything from soap and shampoo to serums and sprays in here, and the cleaning brush makes the bottles easy to clean and re-use. I like this set best for packing my more expensive skincare serums and creams in the small jars that have a scooper to use.

Pros: The set features a variety of types of containers.
Cons: The toiletry case the bottles come in isn’t the best quality.

Kitsch Ultimate travel set

The Kitsch Ultimate travel set includes leakproof holders that are compact and lightweight enough to pack in a purse or tote bag. In addition to three flat pouches, this set also comes with two pump bottles, two mini jars, one mini funnel, one mini spatula, and one mini pipette. This set is best for a longer trip—say, a European vacation or a cross-country road trip—as you can store a lot more shampoo, conditioner, and lotions in the pouches without going over any TSA limits (plus, they’ll get lighter as you use them).

Pros: The flat pouches are easy to pack and take up less room in a Dopp kit than bulkier bottles.
Cons: The pouches are a little bit harder to refill than bottles that have a wide opening.

Muslish 21-pack silicone travel set

If you’re packing toiletries for your entire family, this 21-pack of travel bottles has you covered. This package comes with four silicone bottles, four cream jars, four toothbrush covers, two spray bottles, two pump bottles, two trowels, a funnel, and labels to keep everything straight. Whether it’s a trip to Disney World or multi-generational cruise, this set makes packing for the whole family easy.

Pros: These come with toothbrush covers—a nice travel accessory that none of the other options on our list offers.
Cons: Not ideal for weekend trips or light packers.

Contact lens care

Cauyuan portable contact lens case

Finally, a solution to my contact lens woes. I can’t count the number of times I’ve stopped into a drugstore to buy a mini bottle of contact lens solution before heading out on a trip, or to pick up rewetting drops because I’m dealing with dry contacts while away from home. This compact case makes cleaning and caring for contacts on the go much easier—it comes with an easy-to-fill reusable dropper that gives me a long weekend’s worth of solution, a contact case, and has a mirror to help get them in and out. (I don’t like to fly in contacts, so this is particularly handy if I forget to switch to my glasses before leaving home.) It weighs next to nothing, and will fit in all but my smallest handbags, so I’ve been keeping it on me regularly, not just when traveling. —Madison Flager, senior commerce editor

Pros: It comes with a tiny pair of tweezers to make removing contacts from the case less messy.
Cons: The contact solution holder isn’t large enough for weeklong trips.

Cauyuan eye glass case

I admit I’ve also been guilty of buying mini versions of my favorite contact solution. As much as I love reusable toiletry bottles for my skincare and hair products, I’ve never had anything that felt right for the consistency of my contact solution. I wear daily lenses, meaning I don’t need a whole lot of solution with me when I travel, so it is a little frustrating to carry around a bottle that takes up precious space in my Dopp kit. For the past year, I’ve been packing the Cauyuan eye glass case which comes with a super small dropper for contact solution. This refillable dropper holds just enough contact solution for weekend trips and shorter vacations and takes up such little space (I’ve even found myself tossing it in my handbag in case my eyes get a little dry.) This durable case keeps all of my eye care essentials together and protected, with a separate compartment for eye glasses, and another that holds the dropper, tweezers, a contact case, and a mirror.

Pros: The dropper is small enough to fit in a tiny purse.
Cons: The compartment for your eye glasses is on the small size—if you have thick or bulky frames, they might not fit.

Perfume

Okelon mini refillable perfume bottles

I’ve never found a reusable spray bottle for my perfume that I’ve liked, so I’ve always relied on buying miniature versions of each of my favorite fragrances. But let’s be real—those travel-size perfume bottles are expensive! They’re often made of glass, too, making them vulnerable to breaking in your luggage. Enter these mini refillable perfume bottles: Each of these holds 0.2 ounces of your favorite scent, about 50 sprays worth. so you’ll have more than enough for a long vacation. This set comes with two spray bottles, so you can bring both of your go-to fragrances with you. And they are so easy to use—simply pull off the top of your full-size perfume, press the bottom of the mini bottle on top of it, and keep clicking until its refilled. Each of the bottles have a clear vial inside so you can see how much product you have left. My favorite part: These are so tiny—think the size of a lipstick— meaning I can even bring them with me on a date night when I’m only carrying a small purse.

Pros: Easy to refill and compact enough to fit in even the tiniest of travel bags.
Cons: These spray bottles wont match the look of your full-size perfume and don’t have labels, so you’ll have to remember based on the color of the mini bottle you choose. Also, these can be refilled with the same perfume, but I wouldn’t recommend reusing them with another scent.

This article has been updated with new information since its original publish date.