Can't take when flying?
 

My Mom just mentioned that she doesn't think you can take make-up with you on the plane anymore...is this true :confused: :eek: :( What's a girl to do?

I'm going to NC for a week (driving to Syracuse, NY to board so we're flying domestic, not international)...is it true that I can't take make-up?! I can't afford to go buy all new make-up when I get down there & just leave it there (since I won't be able to bring it home, either).

Does anyone know what else I can't take?

I know you can't take bagged lunches anymore (we always used to do this - sandwiches and stuff), but can you take packaged food? Or if I buy a packaged snack at the airport can I take that with me?

I haven't flown since 9/11 and we're flying on the 14th. I'm getting stressed.

I found this info. Hope it helps!

Update: Refined Security Measures Effective Sept. 26, 2006
Liquids, gels and aerosols must be in three-ounce or smaller containers and in a one-quart, zip-top bag.

At the checkpoint travelers will be asked to remove the zip-top bag of liquids and place it in a bin or on the conveyor belt. X-raying separately will allow TSA security officers to more easily examine the declared items.

In addition, larger amounts of prescription liquid medications, baby formula and diabetic glucose treatments must be declared at the checkpoint for additional screening.

In addition to liquids, gels, and aerosols numerous other potentially dangerous items are not permitted in carry-on baggage.
What You Can Now Carry Onto a US Commerical Planes
Makeup & Personal Items
# Aerosol spray bottles and cans. Less than 3 oz.

# All creams and lotions including Neosporin or first-aid creams and ointments, topical or rash creams and ointments, suntan lotions, moisturizers, etc.- Less than 3 oz.

# Bubble bath balls, bath oils or moisturizers. Less than 3 oz.

# Bug and mosquito sprays and repellents. Less than 3 oz.

# Cigar Cutters

# Corkscrews

# Cuticle Cutters

# Deodorants made of gel or aerosol. Less than 3 oz.

# Eye drops - You are allowed to carry up to 3 oz., of eye drops in a clear, one-quart plastic bag.

# Eyeglass Repair Tools - including screwdrivers.

# Eyelash Curlers

# Gel-filled bras and similar prosthetics - Gel-filled bras may be worn through security screening and aboard aircraft.

# Hair styling gels and spray of all kinds including aerosol. Less than 3 oz.

# Hair Straightener or Detangler. Less than 3 oz.

# Knitting and Crochet Needles.

# Knives - except for plastic or round bladed butter knives.

# Lip gels such as Carmex or Blistex Less than 3 oz.

# Liquid lip glosses or other liquids for lips. Less than 3 oz.

# Liquid bubble bath including gel or liquid filled. Less than 3 oz.

# Liquid foundations. Less than 3 oz.

# Liquid, gel or spray perfumes and colognes. Less than 3 oz.

# Liquid sanitizers. Less than 3 oz.

# Liquid soaps. Less than 3 oz.

# Liquid mascara. Less than 3 oz.

# Make up removers or facial cleansers. Less than 3 oz.

# Mouthwash. Less than 3 oz.

# Nail Clippers. Less than 3 oz.

# Nail Files. Less than 3 oz.

# Nail polish and removers . Less than 3 oz.

# Non-prescription liquid or gel medicines like cough syrup and gel cap type pills - You are allowed to carry up to 3 oz., of eye drops in a clear, one-quart plastic bag.

# Personal lubricants - You are allowed to carry up to 3 oz., of eye drops in a clear, one-quart plastic bag.

# Safety Razors - including disposable razors.

# Saline solution - You are allowed to carry up to 3 oz., of eye drops in a clear, one-quart plastic bag.

# Scissors - plastic or metal with blunt tips.

# Scissors - metal with pointed tips and blades shorter than four inches in length.

# Shampoos and conditioners. Less than 3 oz.

# Toothpaste. Less than 3 oz.

# Toy Transformer Robots

# Toy Weapons - if not realistic replicas.

# Tweezers

# Umbrellas

# Walking Canes

NOTE: Some personal care items containing aerosol are regulated as hazardous materials. The FAA regulates hazardous materials. This information is summarized at www.faa.gov.

Medication & Special Needs Devices
Medications must be properly labeled with a professionally printed label identifying the medication and manufacturer's name or pharmaceutical label. The prescription medicine must match the name on the passenger's ticket.

# All disability-related equipment, aids, and devices continue to be allowed through security checkpoints once cleared through screening.

# For more information on what to expect during security screening, you may want to visit our section written for Travelers with Disabilities and Medical Conditions.

Electronic Devices
# Camcorders

# Camera Equipment

# Laptop Computers

# Mobile Phones

# Pagers

# Personal Data Assistants (PDA's)

Sharp Objects
# Scissors - metal with pointed tips and blades shorter than four inches

Tools
# Tools (seven inches or less in length)

# Screwdrivers (seven inches or less in length)

# Wrenches and Pliers (seven inches or less in length)

NOTE: Any sharp objects in checked baggage should be sheathed or securely wrapped to prevent injury to baggage handlers and Security Officers.

Food and Drinks
# Beverages purchased after security screening

# Baby formula and food, breast milk and other baby items - These are allowed in your baggage or personal items. You can take these through the security checkpoints and aboard your plane. However, you must be traveling with a baby or toddler.

# Gel shoe inserts - Gel shoe inserts are not permitted, but shoes constructed with gel heels are allowed and must be removed and screened.

* Personal Items

* Medication and Special Needs Devices

* Electronic Devices

* Sharp Objects

* Sporting Goods

* Guns, Firearms and Ammunition

* Tools

* Martial Arts/Self Defense Items

* Flammable Items

* Disabling Chemicals and Other Dangerous Items

For updates and for more information, call Consumer Response Center toll-free at 1-866-289-9673 or email TSA-ContactCenter@dhs.gov.

OMG!! I just realized that they allow gel-filled bras, but NOT gel-soled shoe inserts. What's up with that?? LMAO! You would think they would allow these with the distance you have to walk in airports these days.

Thanks, so much! Phew!!

LOL Some of them are quite wonky!!!

I just put my makeup in my luggage rather than in my purse and was fine. They didnt check my luggage

Let's see, I just flew in, first Ramstein, then BWI, then Philly. No problems at either of the first two. Philly tossed my oil of olay (large bottle <3 oz) and my toothpaste (large tube). Commercially wrapped food was okay.

If you check your bag, then you are allowed to carry more than 3 oz bottles.

But if you carry on your bag, you get one quart size bag with as many 3 oz bottles/containers as you can fit.....and it must be removed and run through separately.

Wait and buy your drink to carry on until after you go through security or they will make you throw it away.

Good luck in your travels!!

Thanks, everyone!!!

I do the same, and if the rest of my toiletries are bigger than the allowed sizes, I put that in my checked luggage too.

Cigar cutter and cork screws? Isn't that a little more dangerous then some of the 3 oz items you can bring on?

That's what I was thinking :eek:

In Indianapolis they tried to take my Nutri-Cal for Kalina away from me, but I fought them tooth and nail and won!

When I flew in June, I couldn't take my own bottle of water. I had to purchase it once I got through security. Not sure if that's still in effect.

i went back to hawaii and taiwan (so internationally) and from what i remember, you can take your makeup with you if it's not liquid (compact powder, blush, eye shadow, and chapstick were okay). all my lip glosses, mascara/eye liner, foundation were all 3 oz and under so i just put those separate in a ziploc bag and ran them through security, and then i popped them back in my carry on.

as far as beverages, like someone said, buy them after you go through security if you are carrying it onto the plane. :)