Packing for vacation is like putting together a puzzle. Once all of our outfits get folded into our luggage, it’s time to think about where (and how) to pack our beauty products. Often we’ll fill a cute toiletry clutch and keep it in our carry-on, but hot tools pose a different challenge.
Our regular tried-and-true tools are way too big to lug around the airport and are heavy enough to tip our checked bag over the 50 lb. mark, meaning we have to choose between our chunky wedge sandals and our favorite flat iron. Decisions, decisions.
Thanks to the tiny flat irons on the market, you don’t have to compromise. Many brands offer mini iterations of their best irons, so you can get your signature style while on the go. Ahead, we rounded up some of our favorite mini flat irons to pack before your next trip.
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Traveling far outside the radius of your regular Drybar location? Pack this travel-sized version of the salon-quality iron for when frizz and flyaways attack.
DryBar The Tiny Tress Press Detailing Iron, $49, available at Ulta Beauty
The only thing better than the snag-free pass of this EVA NYC iron is that it comes in a cute pouch that you’ll want to flaunt at the airport. You can also get it in different colors and prints, so if purple iridescent doesn’t fit your vacation vibe, you’ve got options.
Eva NYC Eva NYC Mini Healthy Heat Ceramic Styling Iron – 1/2", $30, available at Target
If you get a silk press before your next trip, pack this little Babyliss tool to help preserve your hair while on vacation. The pro-favorite heats up to 440 degrees, so no matter your curl type, you can get your strands super straight.
BaByliss Pro BaBylissPro Nano Titanium 1" Flat Iron Mini, $23, available at Jet
One pass of this iron, which heats up to 410 degrees, is all you need for a sleek, glossy style. The best part? It has an auto-shutoff time of one hour, so if you forget to unplug your iron before dashing out for drinks, you don’t have to worry about setting off the hotel fire alarm.
T3 SinglePass Compact Travel Strightening Iron, $89, available at Nordstrom
The small ceramic plates on this iron will get right to the roots of your hair, which makes touching up only select areas of your hair super easy.
Amika mighty mini styler, $40, available at Amika
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