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Our frequent-flying editors share whats in their personal items, from eye masks to power banks.

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Apersonal itemshould be a curated capsule of in-flight essentials.

Read on for our guide to what to pack in a personal item.

Ditch the shoes respectfully, of course.

Shadow Breeze Plush Cozy Knit Socks

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Its crucial to pick one that will stay on and actually block out all light.

To that end, we loved this 3D Ergonomic Mask from Ostrich Pillow.

A reusable, securely sealedwater bottlelike the stainless steel Larq PureVis is a game changer.

A pair of the Shadow Breeze Plush Cozy Knit Socks

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It also kept our water chilled overnight.

As its name suggests, I literally do take this bag with me everywhere!

says T+L editorSophie Mendel.

A pair of Shadow Breeze Plush Cozy Knit Socks on bedding

However, we wouldnt recommend these for toiletries, as theres no waterproof lining to prevent potential leaks.

We only wish theyd restock it more often, as most of our favorite colors have sold out!

Still relying on flimsy plane headphones to watch your favorite shows?

A person wearing the Shadow Breeze Plush Cozy Knit Socks on a plane

Upgrade your in-flight experience by keeping essentials likenoise-canceling headphonesand a headphone adaptor readily accessible.

One charge equips these with over 20 hours of battery life, making them a dream for long-haul flights.

Best Phone Mount

Perilogics Universal In-flight Plane Holder Mount

No airplane TV?

a person wearing the Shadow Breeze Plush Cozy Knit Socks on a plane

This thing is so simple and such a game changer for long flights.

It glides over skin and absorbs quickly, leaving a subtle matte finish thats suitable for all skin types.

These genius mini toothbrushes are a lifesaver.

A pair of the Shadow Breeze Plush Cozy Knit Socks

Plus, it leaves a subtle shine that feels as nice as it looks.

Theyre paraben-free and formulated with aloe, so theyll leave your hands soft rather than dry.

We love the pineapple scent, which is far preferable to the chemical odor of other brands.

A pair of Shadow Breeze Plush Cozy Knit Socks on bedding

Just be sure to seal them carefully, or youll risk them drying out between trips.

A person wearing the Shadow Breeze Plush Cozy Knit Socks on a plane

a person wearing the Shadow Breeze Plush Cozy Knit Socks on a plane

Cabeau The Neck’s Evolution S3 (TNE) Neck Pillow

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The Cabeau The Neck’s Evolution S3 (TNE) Neck Pillow on a person’s back

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A person putting on the Cabeau The Neck’s Evolution S3 (TNE) Neck Pillow

A person adjusting the Cabeau The Neck’s Evolution S3 (TNE) Neck Pillow on their neck

A person resting on the Cabeau The Neck’s Evolution S3 (TNE) Neck Pillow

A person removing the Cabeau The Neck’s Evolution S3 (TNE) Neck Pillow from a backpack

A person strapping the Cabeau The Neck’s Evolution S3 (TNE) Neck Pillow onto the airplane chair

The Cabeau The Neck’s Evolution S3 (TNE) Neck Pillow on a person’s back

A person putting on the Cabeau The Neck’s Evolution S3 (TNE) Neck Pillow

A person adjusting the Cabeau The Neck’s Evolution S3 (TNE) Neck Pillow on their neck

A person resting on the Cabeau The Neck’s Evolution S3 (TNE) Neck Pillow

A person removing the Cabeau The Neck’s Evolution S3 (TNE) Neck Pillow from a backpack

A person strapping the Cabeau The Neck’s Evolution S3 (TNE) Neck Pillow onto the airplane chair

Travelrest 4-in-1 Travel Blanket

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Travelrest 4-in-1 Travel Blanket displayed in its packaging on a gray surface

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Travelrest 4-in-1 Travel Blanket carrying pouch displayed unzipped on a gray surface

Travelrest 4-in-1 Travel Blanket carrying pouch displayed on a gray surface

Travelrest 4-in-1 Travel Blanket displayed in its packaging on a gray surface

Travelrest 4-in-1 Travel Blanket carrying pouch displayed unzipped on a gray surface

Travelrest 4-in-1 Travel Blanket carrying pouch displayed on a gray surface

OSTRICH PILLOW Eye Mask 3D Ergonomic mask

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The Ostrichpillow Ergonomic Eye Mask laid on an airplane seat

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A person removing the Ostrichpillow Ergonomic Eye Mask from a travel pouch

A person adjusting the strap of the Ostrichpillow Ergonomic Eye Mask

A person undoing the velcro strap on the Ostrichpillow eye mask

A person holding the Ostrichpillow Ergonomic Eye Mask

A person wearing the Ostrichpillow Ergonomic Eye Mask on an airplane

Close up of a person wearing the Ostrichpillow Ergonomic Eye Mask on an airplane

The Ostrichpillow Ergonomic Eye Mask laid on an airplane seat

A person removing the Ostrichpillow Ergonomic Eye Mask from a travel pouch

A person adjusting the strap of the Ostrichpillow Ergonomic Eye Mask

A person undoing the velcro strap on the Ostrichpillow eye mask

A person holding the Ostrichpillow Ergonomic Eye Mask

A person wearing the Ostrichpillow Ergonomic Eye Mask on an airplane

Close up of a person wearing the Ostrichpillow Ergonomic Eye Mask on an airplane

Loop Dream Earplugs

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Loop Dream Earplugs on Airplane Seat Tray

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Loop Dream Earplugs In Case on Airplane Seat Tray

Loop Dream Earplugs Case In Persons Hand

Loop Dream Earplugs on Airplane Seat Tray

Loop Dream Earplugs In Case on Airplane Seat Tray

Loop Dream Earplugs Case In Persons Hand

Larq Self-cleaning Water Bottle

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LARQ Bottle Filtered found inside a purse

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LARQ Bottle Filtered held showing the charging port

LARQ Bottle Filtered having it’s button pressed

A Larq Bottle PureVis next to a gray travel cup

A Larq Bottle PureVis next to a computer screen and keyboard

LARQ Bottle Filtered found inside a purse

LARQ Bottle Filtered held showing the charging port

LARQ Bottle Filtered having it’s button pressed

A Larq Bottle PureVis next to a gray travel cup

A Larq Bottle PureVis next to a computer screen and keyboard

lululemon Everywhere Belt Bag

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Black lululemon Everywhere Belt Bag slung across a chest

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Hand holds open lululemon Everywhere Belt Bag to show inside mesh pockets

Black lululemon Everywhere Belt Bag slung across a chest

Black lululemon Everywhere Belt Bag against blue background

Hand holds open lululemon Everywhere Belt Bag to show inside mesh pockets

Zettokete 2-in-1 Contact Lens and Glasses Case

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A pair of glasses in the Zettokete 2-in-1 Contact Lens and Glasses Case

The Zettokete 2-in-1 Contact Lens and Glasses Case

A person holding the Zettokete 2-in-1 Contact Lens and Glasses Case

A pair of glasses in the Zettokete 2-in-1 Contact Lens and Glasses Case

The Zettokete 2-in-1 Contact Lens and Glasses Case

Amazon 3D Zip Set - Electric Strawberries

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The Baggu 3D Zip Set sitting side-by-side on a white blanket

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A travel pouch from the Baggu 3D Zip Set lying horizontally on a white blanket

The Baggu 3D Zip Set in its packaging lying on a white blanket

A top-down view of a Baggu 3D Zip Set pouch inside a tote bag

The Baggu 3D Zip Set sitting side-by-side on a white blanket

A travel pouch from the Baggu 3D Zip Set lying horizontally on a white blanket

The Baggu 3D Zip Set in its packaging lying on a white blanket

A top-down view of a Baggu 3D Zip Set pouch inside a tote bag

Calpak Tablet Tech Organizer

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Calpak Tablet Tech Organizer On Grey Seat

Calpak Tablet Tech Organizer Open And Displaying Various Cables and Chargers

Calpak Tablet Tech Organizer

Calpak Tablet Tech Organizer Open And Displaying Personal Items

Person Holding Calpak Tablet Tech Organizer

Calpak Tablet Tech Organizer On Grey Seat

Calpak Tablet Tech Organizer Open And Displaying Various Cables and Chargers

Calpak Tablet Tech Organizer

Calpak Tablet Tech Organizer Open And Displaying Personal Items

Amazon PPFISH Portable Daily Pill Case

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A person holding the PPFISH Portable Daily Pill Case

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A person opening the PPFISH Portable Daily Pill Case

A person taking a pill out of the PPFISH Portable Daily Pill Case

A person holding the PPFISH Portable Daily Pill Case

A person opening the PPFISH Portable Daily Pill Case

A person taking a pill out of the PPFISH Portable Daily Pill Case

Bowers & Wilkins Px7 S2e

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A person opening the Bowers & Wilkins Px7 S2e carrying case on their lap

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A person opening the Bowers & Wilkins Px7 S2e over a laptop

A person wearing the Bowers & Wilkins Px7 S2e while using their finger terrible to press a button

A person dancing in a bedroom setting while wearing the Bowers & Wilkins Px7 S2e

A person using a laptop on a plane while wearing the Bowers & Wilkins Px7 S2e

A person removing the Bowers & Wilkins Px7 S2e from the carrying case

A person holding the Bowers & Wilkins Px7 S2e carying case

Bowers & Wilkins px6 s2e Headphones on an airplane tray table

A person opening the Bowers & Wilkins Px7 S2e carrying case on their lap

A person opening the Bowers & Wilkins Px7 S2e over a laptop

A person wearing the Bowers & Wilkins Px7 S2e while using their finger terrible to press a button

A person dancing in a bedroom setting while wearing the Bowers & Wilkins Px7 S2e

A person using a laptop on a plane while wearing the Bowers & Wilkins Px7 S2e

A person removing the Bowers & Wilkins Px7 S2e from the carrying case

A person holding the Bowers & Wilkins Px7 S2e carying case

Bowers & Wilkins px6 s2e Headphones on an airplane tray table

Amazon Bose QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds

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A person removing a Bose QuietComfort Ultra Earbud from its case over a laptop

A hand removing a Bose QuietComfort Ultra Earbud from the carrying case

Two hands holding the a phone displaying the Bose QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds app

A close-up from the side of a person wearing the Bose QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds while sitting on a plane seat

A person sitting on a plane on their laptop while wearing the Bose QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds

Two hands holding an opened Bose QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds case

A person removing a Bose QuietComfort Ultra Earbud from its case over a laptop

A hand removing a Bose QuietComfort Ultra Earbud from the carrying case

Two hands holding the a phone displaying the Bose QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds app

A close-up from the side of a person wearing the Bose QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds while sitting on a plane seat

A person sitting on a plane on their laptop while wearing the Bose QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds

AirFly Bluetooth Headphones Adapter

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A hand plugging the Twelve South AirFly SE into a headphone port on an airplane

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A hand plugging the Twelve South AirFly SE into a headphone port on an airplane

A hand plugging the Twelve South AirFly SE into a headphone port on an airplane

A hand plugging the Twelve South AirFly SE into a headphone port on an airplane

A hand plugging the Twelve South AirFly SE into a headphone port on an airplane

A hand plugging the Twelve South AirFly SE into a headphone port on an airplane

Anker Nano 3-in-1 Portable Power Bank

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Anker Nano 3-in-1 Portable Charger on an airplane tray table

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Person holding Anker Nano 3-in-1 Portable Charger on an airplane

The Anker Nano 3-in-1 Portable Power Bank plugged into a wall outlet

A close up of the ports on the Anker Nano 3-in-1 Portable Power Bank

A close up of the Anker Nano 3-in-1 Portable Power Bank

Anker Nano 3-in-1 Portable Charger on an airplane tray table

Person holding Anker Nano 3-in-1 Portable Charger on an airplane

The Anker Nano 3-in-1 Portable Power Bank plugged into a wall outlet

A close up of the ports on the Anker Nano 3-in-1 Portable Power Bank

A close up of the Anker Nano 3-in-1 Portable Power Bank

Universal In-flight Plane Holder Mount

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The Perilogics Universal In-flight Plane Holder Mount

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a person placing the Perilogics Universal In-flight Plane Holder Mount

The Perilogics Universal In-flight Plane Holder Mount in the tray table of a planae

The Perilogics Universal In-flight Plane Holder Mount on a place

A phone in the Perilogics Universal In-flight Plane Holder Mount on a plane

A phone in the Perilogics Universal In-flight Plane Holder Mount

The Perilogics Universal In-flight Plane Holder Mount

a person placing the Perilogics Universal In-flight Plane Holder Mount on a plane

a person placing the Perilogics Universal In-flight Plane Holder Mount

The Perilogics Universal In-flight Plane Holder Mount in the tray table of a planae

The Perilogics Universal In-flight Plane Holder Mount on a place

A phone in the Perilogics Universal In-flight Plane Holder Mount on a plane

A phone in the Perilogics Universal In-flight Plane Holder Mount

Summer Fridays ShadeDrops Broad Spectrum SPF 30 Mineral Milk Sunscreen

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Summer Fridays ShadeDrops Broad Spectrum SPF 30 Mineral Milk Sunscreen displayed on a counter next to a product box

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Hand using blotting paper on chin with a table full of skincare products in background

Summer Fridays ShadeDrops Broad Spectrum SPF 30 Mineral Milk Sunscreen displayed on a counter next to a product box

A person holding a spray water bottle with a table full of skincare products behind them

Hand using blotting paper on chin with a table full of skincare products in background

Freshee 5-in-1 Disposable Mini Toothbrush

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The Freshee 5-in-1 Disposable Mini Toothbrush on a bathroom counter

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A person removing the Freshee 5-in-1 Disposable Mini Toothbrush from its packaging

A person attaching the floss tip to the Freshee 5-in-1 Disposable Mini Toothbrush

The Freshee 5-in-1 Disposable Mini Toothbrush on a bathroom counter

A person removing the Freshee 5-in-1 Disposable Mini Toothbrush from its packaging

A person attaching the floss tip to the Freshee 5-in-1 Disposable Mini Toothbrush

Vaseline Lip Therapy Original Mini

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The Vaseline Lip Therapy Original Mini container on a table

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A person holding the Vaseline Lip Therapy Original Mini

The Vaseline Lip Therapy Original Mini container in someone’s hand

The Vaseline Lip Therapy Original Mini container on a table

A person holding the Vaseline Lip Therapy Original Mini

The Vaseline Lip Therapy Original Mini container in someone’s hand

Wet Ones Antibacterial Hand Wipes Travel Pack

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A person opening a Wet Ones Antibacterial Hand Wipes Travel Pack on a plane

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a person using a Wet Ones Antibacterial Hand Wipe to clean the tray table on a plane

A person using a Wet Ones Antibacterial Hand Wipe on a plane

A person using a Wet Ones Antibacterial Hand Wipe to wipe down the tray table on a plane

A person opening a Wet Ones Antibacterial Hand Wipes Travel Pack on a plane

a person using a Wet Ones Antibacterial Hand Wipe to clean the tray table on a plane

A person using a Wet Ones Antibacterial Hand Wipe on a plane

A person using a Wet Ones Antibacterial Hand Wipe to wipe down the tray table on a plane