Airports, long-haul flights, changing climates and busy travel days can take a toll. Over the years, I’ve figured out which little things are actually worth making room for in my suitcase. These are the health, hygiene and self-care essentials I reach for again and again when I travel.

MY TRAVEL HYGIENE MUST-HAVES

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Staying fresh on a travel day doesn’t require packing half the bathroom. I’ve learned that a handful of well-chosen essentials can make a huge difference—especially after a long flight, an overnight journey, or a full day of exploring.

A few small essentials can make you feel human again after hours in an airport or on a plane. I always keep hand sanitizer, cleansing wipes, deodorant, and basic oral-care items somewhere easy to reach—not buried at the bottom of my suitcase.