How Long Do Travel Size Toiletries Last?

Are going on an extended trip but not sure how long the travel sized toiletries will last?  You are in luck!  Here is a general guideline based on a 20 day trip I completed a few years ago:

ITEM

Toothpaste


Mouth wash

Shampoo / Conditioner


Hair Spray

Mousse

Contact solution

Deodorant


Floss

Shaving Cream

Moisturizer

SIZE

.85 ounces (smallest size)


2 ounces

1.7 ounces


1.5 ounces

2 ounces

2 ounces

1.4 ounces
  .3 ounces

10 yards

2 ounces

2 ounces

TIME FRAME

7-10 days
(brushing 2x daily)

1 week

21 days
(short hair, washing daily)

7-10 days

1 month

14-17 days

2-3 months 
14-20 days

21 days

1 month

10-14 days

Of course the ranges depend on how much of an item you use at one time.  For example, a pea-sized portion of toothpaste is usually plenty and your tube will last much longer.  People with short hair require less shampoo/conditioner than people with long hair, and not everyone needs to wash their hair every day. 

With the exception of the 3 items, I took all of the above (some multiples) on the trip and they all fit in a TSA approved, quart sized bag. 
 

Ready to start planning a trip? Call or contact Laurie@lakamatravel.com to get started.