noblepa Posted October 24, 2014 #1 Share Posted October 24, 2014 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? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Scrapnana Posted October 24, 2014 #2 Share Posted October 24, 2014 I never thought about it. I had mine in my purse and had no problems/questions. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Krazy Kruizers Posted October 24, 2014 #3 Share Posted October 24, 2014 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. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shmoo here Posted October 24, 2014 #4 Share Posted October 24, 2014 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. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CruiseWhere Posted October 24, 2014 #5 Share Posted October 24, 2014 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. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nana51 Posted October 24, 2014 #6 Share Posted October 24, 2014 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. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare POA1 Posted October 24, 2014 #7 Share Posted October 24, 2014 Baggy it to be safe. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cruz chic Posted October 24, 2014 #8 Share Posted October 24, 2014 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. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
eandj Posted October 24, 2014 #9 Share Posted October 24, 2014 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. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SJSULIBRARIAN Posted October 25, 2014 #10 Share Posted October 25, 2014 Never had a problem with lipstick or chap stick. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare POA1 Posted October 25, 2014 #11 Share Posted October 25, 2014 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. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Typhoon1 Posted October 25, 2014 #12 Share Posted October 25, 2014 (edited) 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. Edited October 25, 2014 by Typhoon1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OCruisers Posted October 25, 2014 #13 Share Posted October 25, 2014 Gosh, never even thought about it. Happily, no problems having lipstick/lip gloss it in my purse while flying. :) LuLu Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cruz chic Posted October 25, 2014 #14 Share Posted October 25, 2014 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. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Marigold252 Posted October 25, 2014 #15 Share Posted October 25, 2014 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. Sent from my Nexus 7 using Forums mobile app Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare 1of4 Posted October 25, 2014 #16 Share Posted October 25, 2014 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. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nana541 Posted October 25, 2014 #17 Share Posted October 25, 2014 I always put mine in the baggy... Just not worth risking an up close experience with TSA :D Sent from my iPhone using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cruiser Andi Posted October 25, 2014 #18 Share Posted October 25, 2014 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. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cruz chic Posted October 25, 2014 #19 Share Posted October 25, 2014 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. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nana541 Posted October 25, 2014 #20 Share Posted October 25, 2014 Many TSA agents sadly do not know the rules and seem to make up stuff as they go... Sent from my iPhone using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cruiser Andi Posted October 25, 2014 #21 Share Posted October 25, 2014 (edited) 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 :-) Edited October 25, 2014 by Cruiser Andi Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sapper1 Posted October 25, 2014 #22 Share Posted October 25, 2014 I always leave solid lipstick in my purse and have never had a problem with security. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
innlady1 Posted October 25, 2014 #23 Share Posted October 25, 2014 I always leave solid lipstick in my purse and have never had a problem with security. I do as well. OP...not to worry. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cruz chic Posted October 25, 2014 #24 Share Posted October 25, 2014 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 :-) [ATTACH]328950[/ATTACH] 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. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shmoo here Posted October 25, 2014 #25 Share Posted October 25, 2014 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. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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