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Find ways around airline bans on makeup
By Joy Sewing

HOUSTON CHRONICLE

New federal regulations prohibiting liquids, gels or lotions in carry-on luggage have put the squeeze on some popular makeup and beauty products.

For those who try to avoid checking luggage, that means no mascara, lip gloss in gel form, perfume, shaving cream, liquid foundation, hair gel or toothpaste. Even massaging gel insoles are banned.

The list of banned items can change almost daily, and security personnel have discretionary powers. So you should be prepared to toss things, says one expert.

"You have to plan and carry items you can afford to throw away. It's a pain, but you don't want to take a chance," says Victoria Kirby, beauty editor for Allure magazine. "Now's the time to wear as little makeup as possible."

Kirby suggests applying long-wearing makeup before going to the airport and using a heavier face moisturizer to reduce the effects of the dry air on the plane. Prepackaged makeup wipes, cleansing cloths and blotting papers are all acceptable substitutes for liquid and cream cleansers, she says. You can even give your hair a lift with refreshing products such as Ted Gibson's Hair Sheets.

"The only thing worse than having your makeup taken is having makeup smeared down your face because you can't touch up," Kirby says.

Tracie Hall, a human-resources consultant, recently had to turn over nearly $50 worth of makeup -- three tubes of MAC lip gloss, including one in a discontinued color -- at Bush Intercontinental Airport in Houston. Although a tube of L'Oreal lip gloss managed to slip by authorities, she says, the new rules are changing how she packs for her business trips.

"They went through my purse and pulled out everything. There are things you put in your purse that you don't even think about," said Hall, who frequently carried lotions and hair serums in sample sizes. "Now, I have to make a conscious decision to pack my purse along with my luggage when I travel."

The amount of confiscated items has decreased appreciably in Lexington since the regulations went into effect Aug. 10. "I've been pleasantly surprised,'' said Lanny Miller, federal security director at Lexington's Blue Grass Airport.

Miller noted that business travelers have been the quickest to adapt. Confiscation of toiletries and cosmetics is negligible now except maybe among those who travel infrequently.

Mike Curd, manager at Lexington's Holiday Inn North, said the increase in requests for shampoos and lotions was anticipated by his company from the very first day. He said that in "blast e-mails" from Intercontinental Hotels, the company that owns Holiday Inn, managers were advised to stock up in preparation for demand.

The demand for hotel-provided amenities might be up slightly, he says, but travelers are learning fast.

"At the end of the day, you really want to use your own products," Kirby said. "So you have to plan."

Air-safe beauty tips

New airport regulations banning liquid, gel and lotion products don't have to break your beauty routine. There are airplane-friendly substitutes. (The list of prohibited products can change daily. Access www.tsa.gov for the latest list.)

*No nail polish. Try Avon Instant Manicure Dry Enamel Strips, $8.

*No liquid foundation. Try powder versions like Neutrogena's Mineral Sheers, $11.99, or L'Oreal's Bare Naturale, $14.49.

*No sunscreen. Try Dermalogica Full Spectrum Wipes, $22.

*No shampoo. Try powder-based shampoos from Hair Fix or Bumble and Bumble.

*No liquid facial cleanser. Try cleansing towelettes such as Olay's Regenerist Micro-Exfoliating Wet Cleansing Cloths, $7.99, or Pond's Exfoliating Clean Sweep Towelettes with cucumber, aloe and green tea, $3.49.

*No hair gel. Try Charles Worthington London Styling Strips, $8.99.

Exceptions to the rules

There are exceptions to the ban on liquid, gel and lotion products. According to the Transportation Security Administration, these items are permitted:

• Small amounts of baby formula and breast milk if a baby or small child is traveling.

• Liquid prescription medicine with a name that matches the passenger's ticket.

• Up to 5 ounces of liquid or gel treatment for low blood sugar.

• Up to 4 ounces of essential non-prescription liquid medications.

• Gel-filled bras and similar prosthetics.

You are permitted to bring solid cosmetics and personal hygiene items as such lipstick, lip balm and similar solids. Remember, these items must be solid and not liquid, gel or aerosol.

Herald-Leader staff writer Amy Wilson contributed to this report.

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Are these "NOs" still in effect? I am leaving on Friday.. and I want to take some things like mousse etc.

 
Originally Posted by Annia Are these "NOs" still in effect? I am leaving on Friday.. and I want to take some things like mousse etc. Best not to carry it on if you don't want them taking it.
 
What would really suck though is if they lost your luggage, and you didnt have your makeup for your whole trip. Thats why I always liked to carry my makeup on carry on, along with other stuff in case in of loss, like underwear, etc. But I guess some inconvenience is worth our safety.

 
Man, I think I would have cried if they threw away something discontinued, lol. Though, I'm going to start looking for some kind of moisturizer substitute, because I don't think putting it on extra heavy will do anything except make your skin really greasy. Thanks for the article.
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aww pewp.
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This really sucks.. I don't know how I am going to bring my stuff to Seattle. =*(

I hate checking bags in..

 
That's why they left my chapstick intact! They were confiscating it all when I was at the airport a few weeks ago. It's really changed the way I think about travel. Before I was set to fly anywhere - now I think twice. All because I'd die without my moisturizer. I have eczema so I was dry and peeling (on top of my sunburn mind you) and constantly spritzing water in the bathroom. It was such a nightmare for me that I think I may avoid flying for awhile until I can deal with it again. I also wear contacts and the idea of wearing glasses on a flight is not something I look forward to either.

 
Originally Posted by geebers That's why they left my chapstick intact! They were confiscating it all when I was at the airport a few weeks ago. It's really changed the way I think about travel. Before I was set to fly anywhere - now I think twice. All because I'd die without my moisturizer. I have eczema so I was dry and peeling (on top of my sunburn mind you) and constantly spritzing water in the bathroom. It was such a nightmare for me that I think I may avoid flying for awhile until I can deal with it again. I also wear contacts and the idea of wearing glasses on a flight is not something I look forward to either. I hear ya! My husband keeps talking about us driving to Florida. I've driven that before and it's a looooong drive, ack! Yet it still seems more appealing than flying right now. I do understand and respect the precautions, though.
 
do you think by next year the rules will still be like this? im going to england next summer !
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