✈️ 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:
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Refillable water bottle (empty at screening!)
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Facial mist (under 3.4 oz)
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Hand cream (solid if possible)
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Gum or mints
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Eye mask and earplugs
Fly light. Land soft.