Is Lip Balm a TSA Liquid? What Every Traveler Needs to Know Before Packing

Is Lip Balm a TSA Liquid? What Every Traveler Needs to Know Before Packing

✈️ Is Lip Balm a TSA Liquid? What Every Traveler Needs to Know Before Packing

No More Guesswork at the Security Line

You’re headed on vacation or flying to a conference, and suddenly you pause:
“Wait… is lip balm considered a liquid by TSA?”

We’ve got great news: if you’re packing a solid lip balm stick (like the ones we lovingly handcraft at Farmer’s Body), you’re good to go. ✈️💋


✅ So… Is Lip Balm a TSA Liquid?

According to the TSA’s official 3-1-1 rule, liquids, gels, and aerosols must be in 3.4 oz or smaller containers and fit into one quart-size bag.

But here’s the key:
Solid lip balms are not considered liquids.

✈️ “Solid lip balm is not considered a liquid.”
@AskTSA on Twitter


💄 What Does Count as a TSA Liquid?

Here’s a simple rule:
If it smears, oozes, or squeezes, TSA likely sees it as a liquid or gel.

Lip Product Type TSA Liquid? Liquids Bag Required?
Solid stick lip balm ❌ No ❌ No
Lip gloss / wand ✅ Yes ✅ Yes
Gel or balm in a tin ⚠️ Sometimes ✅ Yes (if not firm)

🌿 Why Farmer’s Body Lip Balm is Perfect for Travel

Dry cabin air? Stale plane snacks? Airport stress?
Let your lips stay grounded in luxury with our travel-friendly lip balms.

💼 TSA-approved solid stick format
🌱 All-natural ingredients — no petroleum, no synthetic anything
💋 Long-lasting moisture and smooth glide
🌸 Soothing flavors like Lavender Mint, Vanilla, and Unscented Cocoa Butter

“This balm saved my lips on a 12-hour flight to Paris — and I breezed through security!”
Claire D., Vermont


✨ Ready for Takeoff?

Don’t let dry lips ruin your travel day.

👉 Shop TSA-Approved Lip Balms Now

Stay smooth at 30,000 feet — and feel fabulous from takeoff to touchdown.


📌 Bonus Tip: TSA Travel Must-Haves

Besides lip balm, keep these in your carry-on:

  • Refillable water bottle (empty at screening!)

  • Facial mist (under 3.4 oz)

  • Hand cream (solid if possible)

  • Gum or mints

  • Eye mask and earplugs

Fly light. Land soft.