TSA Just Banned These Popular Travel Accessories-Here Are 10 Alternatives You Can Still Travel With

"Cordless hair tools were once a boon for travelers, with their portable, bulk-free designs that didn't require a special adapter when visiting overseas. Now, new guidelines from the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) no longer permit cordless curling irons, hair straighteners, and more in checked bags as they can catch fire in the cargo hold (the gas cartridges and lithium batteries that power them are highly flammable)."

"Fortunately, you don't have to stop traveling with them altogether. Per the new TSA rules, you can take cordless curling irons and straighteners only in a carry-on, and they must have a safety cover "securely fitted over the heating element." They must also be protected from accidentally turning on in your luggage. By keeping them in the cabin, the flight crew has access to them if they accidentally catch fire."

"Of course, carry-on luggage space is precious, and your cordless straightener might not always make the cut. When your checked bag is the only option, regular plug-in styling tools will just have to do. Thankfully, the world of hair tools has evolved to include countless travel-friendly electronics that don't take up nearly as much suitcase space as they used to. Below, we've rounded up the best packable curlers, flat irons, and stylers worth your dollar that can safely fly in your checked bag without issue."

New TSA guidelines prohibit cordless curling irons, hair straighteners, and similar tools in checked luggage due to fire risk from gas cartridges and lithium batteries. Cordless styling tools are permitted only in carry-on baggage when fitted with a safety cover securely over the heating element and prevented from accidentally turning on. Keeping them in the cabin allows flight crew access if a fire occurs. Travelers who must check bags should use regular plug-in styling tools instead. Many travel-friendly curling irons, flat irons, and stylers exist that save suitcase space and can safely fly in checked bags.

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