Best Travel Case: Billie Travel Case
Why we love it: If you can’t stand to part with your full-size razor, you’re not alone—and that means a good carrying case is a must. Billie’s Travel Case snaps over the head of the razor, keeping it dry, protected, and clean. It creates a tight and secure seal around the razor, but it’s perforated along the bottom for maximum airflow. The base is also magnetic, so your razor won’t be free-floating around the hotel bathroom.
“I don’t travel often, but when I do, bringing my favorite razor from home is non-negotiable—I’ve had too many shaving mishaps with cheap disposables to even look in their direction. Luckily, Billie makes a clip-on case that makes it safe, fast, and easy to pack its five-blade razor (the whole shebang with the handle and all, not just the razor cartridge itself). All you gotta do is pop it open, place the end of the razor inside, pop it closed, and chuck it wherever it needs to go. Even when I’ve thrown it in a heavy toiletries bag stuffed with stuff, it stays shut and secure the whole trip through.
“I’ll never stop waxing poetic about Billie’s razors in general beyond how portable they are with this case. They come equipped with five ultra-sharp blades and a moisturizing bar on top and bottom for a seamless shave—even on my thickest, darkest leg stubble. I rarely get cuts, bumps, or ingrowns, which I can’t say for almost any other razor like it.
“All of Billie’s products are insanely affordable compared to much of the shaving market, and this little $5 guy is no exception. It may seem silly to spend any amount of money on such a tiny piece of plastic, but if you’re already shopping from Billie, I think throwing it in your cart as an add-on is more than worth the convenience and peace of mind it brings for travel, no matter the distance.” —Nicola Dall’Asen, former senior news editor
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Frequently asked questions
What is TSA’s razor policy?
Great news: Both disposable razors and electric shavers are approved for carry-ons and checked luggage. The TSA just recommends wrapping or protecting sharp objects so baggage inspectors don’t accidentally cut themselves (and this is why we love a travel razor with a case).
How should I pack my razor for travel?
Your razor should be dry and its blades should be protected when you travel, Vidya Shivakiumar, MD, a board-certified dermatologist based in Chicago, says. Make sure it’s clean and not damp in the first place, then use a breathable case or pouch to store it separately from the rest of your toiletries. Dr. Shivakumar says keeping the blades dry will prevent them from corroding or growing bacteria over time, “which can lead to folliculitis” (a.k.a. inflamed or infected hair follicles). When you reach your destination, “unpack the unit to allow it to air out,” she adds.
Meet the experts
- Brendan Camp, MD, a double board-certified dermatologist and dermatopathologist based in New York City
- Vidya Shivakiumar, MD, a board-certified dermatologist based in Chicago
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