Stupid TSA Question re: Lipstick

We're sailing on the Zuiderdam on Monday and we're flying to Fort Lauderdale tomorrow, so we're in the midst of last-minute packing.

DW asked a question I couldn't answer. Does lipstick/lipgloss count as a liquid in the eyes of the TSA? Must it be in a baggy? Or, can she carry it in her purse.

I checked the TSA website, but it is a bit vague, at least to me. It just says that "Liquids, gels, aerosols, creams and pastes must be 3.4 ounces (100ml) or less per container; must be in 1 quart-sized, clear, plastic, zip-top bag".

Is lipstick considered a cream? Any women out there who have successfully gotten lipstick through in their purses? Anyone had it confiscated?

I never thought about it. I had mine in my purse and had no problems/questions.

We used to have to put them in the ziplock bag.

But that ended about 3 or 4 years ago.

I just leave mine in my purse.

We're sailing on the Zuiderdam on Monday and we're flying to Fort Lauderdale tomorrow, so we're in the midst of last-minute packing.

 

DW asked a question I couldn't answer. Does lipstick/lipgloss count as a liquid in the eyes of the TSA? Must it be in a baggy? Or, can she carry it in her purse.

 

I checked the TSA website, but it is a bit vague, at least to me. It just says that "Liquids, gels, aerosols, creams and pastes must be 3.4 ounces (100ml) or less per container; must be in 1 quart-sized, clear, plastic, zip-top bag".

 

Is lipstick considered a cream? Any women out there who have successfully gotten lipstick through in their purses? Anyone had it confiscated?

Anything that cannot retain its shape when removed from its container is considered a "liquid" by TSA. That's what has to go in the 3-1-1 bag. I carry my chapstick (same principle) in my purse.

We're sailing on the Zuiderdam on Monday and we're flying to Fort Lauderdale tomorrow, so we're in the midst of last-minute packing.

 

DW asked a question I couldn't answer. Does lipstick/lipgloss count as a liquid in the eyes of the TSA? Must it be in a baggy? Or, can she carry it in her purse.

 

I checked the TSA website, but it is a bit vague, at least to me. It just says that "Liquids, gels, aerosols, creams and pastes must be 3.4 ounces (100ml) or less per container; must be in 1 quart-sized, clear, plastic, zip-top bag".

 

Is lipstick considered a cream? Any women out there who have successfully gotten lipstick through in their purses? Anyone had it confiscated?

Just leave it in her makeup back in her purse. Lipstick is not considered a cream, gel or liquid, nor is lip gloss.

Yep, no problem. In fact, this summer I bought my 14 year old boy scout grandson a type of knife in Alaska. It was like a Swiss army knife, small. It was built into a shotgun shell. I TOTALLY forgot it was in my purse! Sailed through TSA, I'm assuming they thought it was a tube of lipstick. Kind of scary it got through though.

Baggy it to be safe.

Baggy it to be safe.

Is that where you put yours:D;):p. But really, it fine not in the bag. I thought lipgloss was a liquid but I forgot I had some in my purse one time and it wasn't a problem.

I'm still laughing about you asking if victorianne's daughter is a mosquito:D.

I have carried a tube of lipstick in my purse for every flight, domestic and international, without giving it a thought. And it has never caused a delay, search etc. Unless the policy has changed or varies by airport, lipstick, deodorant and other SOLIDS are allowed on the plane. And that's what I have always found.

Never had a problem with lipstick or chap stick.

Is that where you put yours:D;):p. But really, it fine not in the bag. I thought lipgloss was a liquid but I forgot I had some in my purse one time and it wasn't a problem.

 

I'm still laughing about you asking if victorianne's daughter is a mosquito:D.

No silly, it's checked in my Disney Princess cosmetic case.

Seriously though, DW has had lipsticks flagged and I've had to give up a more than a few Chap Sticks. That's why we use the one quart plastic bags.

Never had a problem with lipstick or chap stick.

TSA does consider chapstick a gel. Since they've adopted the 3 oz. rule, it really doesn't matter. 0.15 oz.

Gosh, never even thought about it. Happily, no problems having lipstick/lip gloss it in my purse while flying. :)

LuLu

No silly, it's checked in my Disney Princess cosmetic case.

 

 

Seriously though, DW has had lipsticks flagged and I've had to give up a more than a few Chap Sticks. That's why we use the one quart plastic bags.

Fancy! Sounds like they were being over zealous.

TSA does consider chapstick a gel. Since they've adopted the 3 oz. rule, it really doesn't matter. 0.15 oz.

I remember reading at one time that lipstick was considered a gel, but personally I have always carried one in my purse and never been "caught". I have found the TSA to be very inconsistent in their application of the posted rules, so, when in doubt, bag.

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Flying out of Brisbane Australia this past April I was told everything, including lipstick, had to go into a clear bag for passing through security. This was a first for me as I wear little make up and what I had was in my make up bag. I was not prepared to dump it out but I had to.

I always put mine in the baggy... Just not worth risking an up close experience with TSA :D

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If you go on the TSA website they have a query feature where you can put your item in the search line and they will tell you where to pack it. I've used it often.

On the catsa website there are no restrictions for lipstick, lipgloss and lip balm. I'm having a hard time with the tsa website but when I googled it says there are no restrictions on tsa for lipstick.

Many TSA agents sadly do not know the rules and seem to make up stuff as they go...

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Here's a link to the TSA page:

http://www.tsa.gov/traveler-information/prohibited-items

About half way down you should see the search bar. It says "When I fly can I bring my". Type in your item and it will tell you appropriate packing. Good luck to and have fun! I like to search word things just to see what it will say :-)

I always leave solid lipstick in my purse and have never had a problem with security.

I always leave solid lipstick in my purse and have never had a problem with security.

I do as well. OP...not to worry.

Here's a link to the TSA page:

 

http://www.tsa.gov/traveler-information/prohibited-items

 

About half way down you should see the search bar. It says "When I fly can I bring my". Type in your item and it will tell you appropriate packing. Good luck to and have fun! I like to search word things just to see what it will say :-)

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Too funny. I tried it but it really didn't help with the lipstick. No wonder people are getting stuff confiscated. Thx for the link just the same.

Too funny. I tried it but it really didn't help with the lipstick. No wonder people are getting stuff confiscated. Thx for the link just the same.

That's what I found, also. It just says it can be packed in your carry-on bag or your checked bag. No specifics as to whether it needs to be in the 3-1-1 bag.