This post covers if you can take eyeshadow palettes on a plane. This article focuses on TSA rules and breaks them down into simple terms.
The rules are different depending on if you want to take eyeshadow palettes in your carry-on or your checked bag. This is all covered below.
Can You Take Eyeshadow Palettes On A Plane?
The simple answer is yes, you can take eyeshadow palettes on a plane but the quantity you take will affect how you need to pack it so keep reading to find out the in depth rules on this.
For any toiletries that you take on a plane, it is important to know whether TSA requires you to place them in your liquids bag or not.
Does Eyeshadow Have To Be In A Plastic Bag On A Plane?
No, under TSA rules, eyeshadow is not considered a liquid so it does not need to be placed in a clear plastic bag during airport security screening.
TSA has a liquids rule which limits the amount of liquids you can bring on a plane, but as eyeshadow is considered to be ‘powder makeup’ by TSA it does not fall under this rule.
Can You Take An Eyeshadow Palette In A Carry-On?
Yes, you can take an eyeshadow palette in your carry-on, however there are some restrictions to be aware of.
For most eyeshadows and eyeshadow palettes, you can just place these in your carry-on as normal. TSA does state that any powder-like substances (including eyeshadow) that are greater than 12 oz. (350 ml) must be placed in a separate bin for X-ray screening.
You must check if your eyeshadow palette contains less than 12 oz. ( 350 ml). Most eyeshadow palettes will clearly state how much they weigh so you can easily check this.
Most eyeshadow palettes contain between 0.25 oz. – 1.7 oz. ( 7 ml – 50 ml) so they should easily fall below the 12 oz. ( 350 ml) limit.
You can still bring eyeshadow palettes that contain over 12 oz. (350 ml) in your carry-on but make sure you take it out of your bag for screening. TSA recommends you place these in your checked bag if possible for your convenience but this is optional.
When travelling, eyeshadow palettes often smash. Check my post on how to pack an eyeshadow palette for travel to avoid them breaking.
Can You Take Eyeshadow Palettes In Checked Luggage?
Yes, you can take eyeshadow palettes in your checked luggage. There are no size restrictions on taking eyeshadow palettes in checked luggage.
The Verdict
Yes, you can take eyeshadow palettes on a plane. If you’re taking eyeshadow palettes in your carry-on, ensure that you check the weight. If it contains more than 12 oz. (350 ml) you need to remove it from your bag for screening.
If you’re taking eyeshadow palettes in your checked bag then there are no restrictions.
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All information for this article was taken from the official TSA rules. You can visit their website for any additional queries.