Ultra Small Toiletries Bag! What is in this that gets me thru a week!

In these days of air travel and airlines charging for cargo and reducing how much you can bring on as a carry-on, it is essential to reduce your biggest items into something as small as possible and one of these is a toiletry bag!
This video I’m going to show you how I carry a weeks worth of toiletries including make up hair accessories and even towels into this palm sized bag!
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Contact Lens Cases: amzn.to/3vpnHaq
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Travel Spray Bottle: amzn.to/3Jc46Ai
Lanolin Cream: amzn.to/3Q4qw92
Tooth Paste Tabs: amzn.to/3BmbQh9
Folding toothbrush: amzn.to/3SkLi6e
Carpe Antiperspirant Wipes: amzn.to/3JdiRTk
Natural Horn Comb: amzn.to/3Bmd9wz
Natural Horn Hair Pin: amzn.to/3bgLjY6
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[@TheoryofSimple]

Items in this video can be found on my Amazon Storefront: You can find my storefront here: www.amazon.com/shop/theoryofsimple Travel Essentials: Kipling Small bag amzn.to/3zHqGgU Zip Pill Bags amzn.to/3HA9Nrb Travel towel amzn.to/3aSdXhE Contact Lens Cases: amzn.to/3vpnHaq Bamboo cotton pads amzn.to/3mIqU06 Travel Spray Bottle: amzn.to/3Jc46Ai Lanolin Cream: amzn.to/3Q4qw92 Tooth Paste Tabs: amzn.to/3BmbQh9 Folding toothbrush: amzn.to/3SkLi6e Carpe Antiperspirant Wipes: amzn.to/3JdiRTk Natural Horn Comb: amzn.to/3Bmd9wz Natural Horn Hair Pin: amzn.to/3bgLjY6 Spiral Hair Pins: amzn.to/3OG5PPl Brighton Mirror Compact: amzn.to/3zGmKND Smashbox Primer: amzn.to/3bbWVeO Follow and Support my content! Instagram: instagram.com/theory_of_simple/ Facebook: facebook.com/thetheoryofsimple KZbin: kzbin.info/door/hIJhKzJN5CWPRbZDaHxc3A Patreon: www.patreon.com/TheoryofSimple?fan_landing=true Patreon supporters will have early access to YT videos and also access to some special personal videos that I make. This helps support me as a content creator and allows me to make more videos. Your support is truly appreciated!! Affiliate Disclaimer: at no additional cost to you, links in the video may earn money to support my channel. As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. It is truly appreciated if you use the links in my description to purchase products as this helps to provide funds to help support my channel production costs! Thanks for your support!

[@tracker1009]

Aww, thank you very much 👍

[@TheoryofSimple]

@@tracker1009 you are welcome😊

[@LibbyWithnall]

This is definitely the most minimal toiletry bag (with a good amount of different products) that I have ever seen. Thanks for sharing.

[@TheoryofSimple]

Thanks, Libby! It is my staple carry for all trips! So happy you got some useful hacks! Would love your feedback on my other videos!

[@snapdragon2441]

The contact lens case for cream in genius

[@TheoryofSimple]

Thank you! 😊

[@suewolf3279]

Glad to know I'm not the only one that does not like to use a towel or a face cloth on my body and then on my face

[@TheoryofSimple]

Yeah, there’s just something about wiping private areas in feet and I don’t want that on my face. My partner just got out of the hospital today and they told him to not use the same rag on his incision is used on the rest of his body so there’s something to it.🙏❤️😊

[@vicki9463]

I was literally saying to my husband a couple of days ago, how I wish they would face towels in the same material as those type of microfibre towels! Never even crossed my mind to make my own by cutting up a normal towel!

[@TheoryofSimple]

I felt exactly the same way and that’s why I ended up cutting up the towels plus I use a separate towel for my face and the rest of my body and that’s why I like the different colors💕😊

[@emersonjane23]

I watched this video when it first came out, but I’m so glad you reminded us to check it out again! I've been really successful in shrinking my travel toiletry kit and keeping it stocked, but thanks to your video I’ve created an extra ultra mini 2 day kit (just the essentials and 2 days worth of meds) that I can keep with me at all times in case of all types of emergencies when I don’t have access to my full travel kit. Thank you for always being prepared and helping us to do so as well! ❤😃

[@TheoryofSimple]

Thank you so much and I’m so glad you were able to re-watched that video and you got some hopeful hacks to help you travel! I always think it’s important to carry a couple days worth of medication with you especially prescription medication in case you end up stuck somewhere!💕😊

[@danaslay6482]

Repurposing contact lens cases is such a great idea!!!

[@TheoryofSimple]

Thank you! I have been doing this for years! Started back in the 1970s when all you could get was Vaseline and a giant tub and I just wanted to have a little in my purse for my lips so I started using old contact lens cases! That was way before they had anything travel size! thanks so much for watching and commenting and happy travels!

[@kismetau]

I actually repurpose the Kinder surprise toy containers for my earrings and vitamins but will also reuse my contact lens case for creams too now!

[@ekdaufin1485]

Now we want to see you pack all that back in that little bag!😂😂😂

[@TheoryofSimple]

It was a little fast in the video, but yes, I was able to get it all in that little bag😊

[@BrynneC]

I’m not minimal in the slightest, but the shampoo samples tip is amazing! I went on a very short trip (think less than 72h) for a wedding and I knew I would want to wash my hair the morning after, I had a shampoo/conditioner sample from a raffle prize and it was perfect

[@TheoryofSimple]

Hi Brynne! I’m not minimal either! I say that I like to carry a lot of thing minimally! I love samples and ask for them when ever I purchase something! Thank you for watching and commenting and I look forward to your feedback on my other videos!

[@AV-fs4wo]

Great ideas for lightening my suitcase! Minimalist I will never be -but I can work towards an easier suitcase to carry!

[@dianafrances6880]

You are the perfect balance of glamour and practice. Je adore!

[@TheoryofSimple]

Oh my! Thank you! You made me feel like Jane Bond! Thank you for watching and commenting and I look forward to your feedback on my other videos!

[@erickalamb21873]

I love this video. There is nothing else on here or tiktok that has such a comprehensive and tiny kit. I wamt to make my own. Thats my next goal. Thanks!

[@TheoryofSimple]

Thank you so much! I love trying to find ways of being prepared for anything and making it as small as possible! 💕😊 So happy you enjoyed this video! 💕😊

[@jpsoso8748]

This video inspired me to downsize my personal item/mini carry-on. I used a Small Black Sling Crossbody Backpack by Seafew. It had an inner pocket for my tablet, a USB port for my charger and room for all my other flight essentials. I miniaturized my toiletries into a 5”x7” mesh pouch by carrying face wipes, teeth wipes, reusable floss stick and a moisture stick (nothing that would have to be in 3-1-1 bag). Plus, this sling also doubled as my EDC Travel bag thus allowing me to easily pack 6 days’ worth of clothes and 1 pair of dressy flats in my carry-on (which I kept in the under-seat size). I really enjoyed not having a giant backpack in my seat. I sat in a window seat and tucked it under my arm instead of placing it on the floor in front of me. The flight attendant had a clear view of my seatbelt.

[@TheoryofSimple]

Hi J P! So happy this video has helped inspire you and your travel choices! I always like to say if you change the way you look at things the things you look at change! I realized I didn’t need much with regard to toiletries and that I was always bringing stuff back home which meant I was carrying way too much stuff. Plus I start to think about things like shampoo that I could use at the hotel or if I was at a friends house that I could just ask if I could borrow theirs. Or if it wasn’t to important how I could just buy it somewhere. thank you so much for watching and giving us your feedback and I look forward to more feedback on my other videos!

[@Jean2235177]

The contact lens case hack is GOLD!

[@TheoryofSimple]

Thank you, Nanniej! 🙂 appreciate you watching and commenting! Happy travels!

[@laulutar]

Those spiral hair pins are amazing! I love mine so much 😊

[@TheoryofSimple]

Me too! I couldn’t believe how well they worked the first time I use them❤️

[@kittykathy9532]

You continue to Amaze me!🥰

[@TheoryofSimple]

Thank you, Kathy! So happy you enjoy my content! I will keep trying to amaze you! Thank you so much for watching and commenting!

[@leapintothewild]

As a backpacker, I already pack pretty minimally, but picked up some nice tips when I'm travelling among clean people and need to look (and smell) presentable. LOL I have persnickety oily skin and waterproof mascara to remove, so I have to carry a few more things, but it's actually fun to run out and get to shop locally - especially in another language! Thanks for the inspiration, and the links!!

[@TheoryofSimple]

Yes! If I need something I can usually find it locally. Plus you get to try new things! 🙂

[@emmapeebles2784]

As always, your videos are so brilliant

[@TheoryofSimple]

Thank you so much, Emma! I am so happy you enjoy my content! I’m always striving to find better and more efficient ways to pack for travel or even just every day carry. Thank you so much for watching and commenting!!

[@colleenc5008]

I watched this again as I'll be traveling in a couple weeks, and am trying to shrink down a little more. I just ordered your Kipling pouch. Love their products, and think this is a great addition to my stash. 😊

[@brigittehelms6926]

That’s incredible- very nice job

[@TheoryofSimple]

Thank you, Brigitte! I hope you got some helpful hacks from this and I look forward to getting your feedback on some of my other packing videos! Thanks for watching and commenting and happy travels!

[@lisacroker3178]

I truly wish I could pack small, but I never can. Thanks for the tips though, I will definitely cut back.

[@TheoryofSimple]

Hi Lisa, A lot of these packing videos are obviously very personal to what I do and to the products that I use so it will be different for everybody. Hopefully there are a few hacks in there that will allow you to start to reduce the amount that you pack. Like I said I’m not a minimalist I just like to carry a lot of things minimally! Thank you so much for watching and commenting and happy travels!

[@JolieUTU]

That bag is pure magic! Love it!❤️💙💗🧡💜💖💛🫶🏻

[@TheoryofSimple]

Thank you so much, Chantel! Appreciate you watching and commenting and I look forward to your feedback on my other videos!

[@msjones8873]

Love this! Thank you!

[@TheoryofSimple]

You are very welcome! Hope you get some useful hacks for your next travel adventure! Thank you for watching and commenting and I look forward to your feedback on my other videos!

[@rytazmuro767]

I'm a Kipling fan! I'll have to add this tiny gem to my collection!

[@TheoryofSimple]

Hi fellow Kipling fan! I live their bags! So functional and versatile! Thank you so much for watching and commenting and I look forward to your feedback on my other videos!

[@gaynordenboer8822]

great tips. especially the towels and the lens cases

[@TheoryofSimple]

Thank you! I am away on a trip right now and I’m using all of that stuff and so glad I have it! 🙏❤️😊

[@aliceadler4569]

You really think outside the box!!! ♥️♥️♥️🥰🥰🥰🌺🌺🌺

[@TheoryofSimple]

Thank you, Alice! I try! 🙂

[@Papeeshka]

Your videos are amazing. I love them and can tell you are an actual road warrior. I really love how you organize and minimize everything!

[@TheoryofSimple]

Thank you so much! it’s taking a lot of travel miles an hours to go through some pain points and come up with solutions! I’m just happy to share so I can help everybody else have a great travel experience!

[@cutezpie26]

I love this this Kipling bag so much that I have 2 tho I use the medium as my toiletries baggie.

[@TheoryofSimple]

They are awesome! I love how everything stays compartmentalized💕😊

[@abchappell01]

That is a pretty cool travel hack 😊

[@jaimetarne9436]

Love your hair

[@TheoryofSimple]

Thank you, Jaime! ❤️

[@lifewithgrandmabev]

Great ideas. TFS

[@TheoryofSimple]

Thank you, Grandma Bev! Happy to share! Thank you for watching and commenting!

[@danielalondongirl933]

Love this!

[@TheoryofSimple]

Thanks so much😊

[@bay7521]

Love the idea of using contact lens cases for liquids 👍

[@TheoryofSimple]

Yes! And it holds enough to get me through one week! 😊❤️

[@koreenfahey3363]

You have brilliant ideas Eunice! Thank you I have been managing to pick better each time I go!

[@TheoryofSimple]

Yay! So happy these hacks are helping you out! Thank you so much for letting me know! 💕😊

[@nicolabray2732]

Fantastic video🙌🏻

[@TheoryofSimple]

Thank you, Nicola! Appreciate you watching and commenting!

[@Laura-rx9mp]

Thank you! The contact lens hack is brilliant and will use it for face moisturizers. Cheers

[@TheoryofSimple]

Hi Laura! So happy you found some useful tips! Thanks for watching and commenting and happy travels!

[@lucidberry]

Omgggg i love those Kipling pouches !! I have like 5 of them in different sizes. 2 minis that i use as a wallet, 2 smalls like the one you have, a large, and an XL :) i LOVE them even the xl one is so small. I'm so happy i found your channel. Thanks for sharing 💜

[@TheoryofSimple]

So happy you found my channel as well! Welcome to the theory of simple community! We all share tips and tricks for home, travel in life on this channel so happy to have your feedback on all of my videos! 😀 Kipling as one of my favorite brands and I have a hard time finding I’m here in the US but I could find them all the time in Asia! There are a few of them on Amazon, so take a look if you need more!😉

[@prophetesspinki1]

Thank you for sharing this hack

[@TheoryofSimple]

You are so welcome! Thank you for watching and commenting!

[@lynnmckenzie4841]

Thanks for the video!

[@TheoryofSimple]

You're welcome!😊

[@jeannemc8087]

Wow another great video thumbs way up

[@TheoryofSimple]

Thank you so much! It makes me happy that you were enjoying my content! Thank you so much for watching and commenting!

[@lynnleipold2617]

Thank you so much for this

[@TheoryofSimple]

Hi Lynn! Thank you so much I’m happy you got some good hacks from this video! 🙂

[@thiaco6203]

Your hair looks so beautiful and soft…love those wavy curls!

[@TheoryofSimple]

Thank you so much! I have been utilizing this new blow dryer by Zuvi and it has really made a difference in how my hair feels and looks! If you want a link to it, let me know and I’ll send you the link!

[@pamelachappell1089]

Amazing! I also love the Lanolin and use it nightly; keeps lips feeling fantastic!

[@TheoryofSimple]

Thanks! Love lanolin! 💕

[@sLeggettRob]

This is so helpful! Really enjoying your channel! I’m ordering several items here too

[@TheoryofSimple]

Hi Sharon! Thank you so much! I am so happy you are enjoying my content! I hope you gat to travel soon with your new items! Thanks again for watching and commenting and happy travels!

[@marinamartinez6886]

Wow, I'm going to try to downsize my huge toiletry bag. Wish me luck. 👍👍👍

[@TheoryofSimple]

Good luck, Marina! I also think about what is it that I have to take versus what can I actually purchase when I get to my destination. Sometimes it’s just easier to buy it at my destination if I need it and it’s a longer stay. Thanks for watching and commenting!

[@marcortes1681]

❤ i really love it 😮

[@TheoryofSimple]

Thank you so much🙏❤️😊

[@GwenMotoGirl]

You’ve mastered this! Thank you! I’m packing for a month and you’ve inspired me.

[@TheoryofSimple]

Hi Gwen! Thank you so much! I also have a video where I show where I have pack for a month and a carry-on! Check it out and let me know your feedback!

[@GwenMotoGirl]

@@TheoryofSimple doing that now! Thank you so much!

[@TheoryofSimple]

@@GwenMotoGirl thank you!!🥰

[@HelloL.G.]

This video is chock-full of great information! In my mind I want to have all my toiletries in a clear tsa approved pouch, so everything is together, but that makes for a big lumpy pouch that is inconvenient to pack. Thanks for sharing your tips!

[@TheoryofSimple]

Hi LG! Since I’m not caring any liquid in that pouch I don’t put it in a clear bag and a pouch fits in the palm of my hand so it really doesn’t take up much room at all. Of course if I did have to take some liquids or creams I would have to put them in that clear plastic TSA bag.🙂

[@angelas7257]

Very very impressive

[@TheoryofSimple]

Thank you! I use this little bag for all trips under 7 days! It works great if you are a minimalist packer!

[@rosajimenez6670]

Love e video and love your true hair! 😍

[@TheoryofSimple]

Thank you, Rosa! I’m so happy that you are enjoying my content! I do have a lot of hair that’s for sure! And it’s probably because of that Asian hair that it’s a little bit thicker! When I curl it like this it gets a little bit wild! Thank you so much for watching and commenting and happy travels!

[@valeriethorpe5146]

Hello, just watched your video and I have just come across your channel. Thank you for sharing, great ideas particularly the contact lens holder for day/night creams etc. I'll give it a try. Thanks again 👏

[@DinaCruisingThruLife]

I saw how useful those little zip pouches are and ordered them! Such great tips!

[@TheoryofSimple]

Hi Dina! They are so useful, right! i’m so glad you’re going to get those you’re going to be so happy! Thank you so much for watching and commenting and happy travels!

[@carolewestlake4603]

Where do you find those tiny ziplock pouches?

[@TheoryofSimple]

@@carolewestlake4603 hi Carol! The video description has the link to many of the items in the video. Here is the link to the little bags I use amzn.to/3HA9Nrb

[@carolewestlake4603]

@@TheoryofSimple thank you!

[@TheoryofSimple]

@@carolewestlake4603 you are very welcome!

[@AnneMB955]

Oooh, love that Clinique face bar. Wish they had travel size eye makeup remover. Aus 🇦🇺 security is really stringent with liquids, creams and lotions so would need to go in our clear bag. You have very useful ideas. Thx so much.

[@TheoryofSimple]

Thank you, Anne! One way to carry eye makeup remover is to soak cotton pads with remover and put pads in a bag. It won’t count as a liquid. Thank you for watching and commenting and I look forward to your feedback on my other videos!

[@AnneMB955]

@@TheoryofSimple Yes, great idea for shorter trips. I’m going to the UK for a month. Last time I decanted, the leak-proof container leaked. Will certainly check out more of your vids. 👋🏻😊

[@TheoryofSimple]

@@AnneMB955 thank you! 🙂

[@francinejaninesarmiento1797]

Aww you're the best! Always enjoyed watching your vlog! thought I might also share the best carry-on bag I have been using for a long time now and recommend it to you. It is the origami tote from Nomad Lane. It is the most trusty, functional, and easy-to-carry bag. I have been traveling for work mostly and it is the best bag ever.❤🥰

[@TheoryofSimple]

Hi Francine! Thank you so much for watching my content! I have not heard of that bag and I just looked it up and it looks amazing! I think I’m going to have to get one just to try it out and compare it to the normal bag I carry. It’s always good to get some recommendations from fellow travelers who travel a lot! I currently have been using the Kipling bags and I like them because they lay flat so if I don’t want to carry it on the plane I can lay in the bottom of a suitcase but it does not convert into a backpack so that’s it’s one downfall. I’m gonna try out that no Madeline bag and I want to thank you for the recommendation and for watching my content! Happy travels!

[@NydiaLC]

Hey I ve been doing day/night cream in contact case, too! You are my friend! I also use it for the end of the lipstick, I put the product in the case and use it with my fingers. It s quite a lot of product that remains

[@TheoryofSimple]

Hi Friend! Yes! These get me by for a week! I used to mix lipstick with vaseline to make a colored gloss!

[@leroy7513]

Thank you God you made me a man. Toothbrush, soap, and a towel , all I need.

[@TheoryofSimple]

Only carry what you need! 🙂

[@chrisrobinson3980]

As an aside: your hair is so beautiful! I wish I could buy some like it. :)

[@TheoryofSimple]

Oh my goodness thank you so much! Well, my hair is naturally dark brown with lots of gray coming in so now I dye it blonde to blend it in😂 I never ever in my life thought I would go blonde, but so far it’s working💕😊

[@maryallr]

I would suggest , especially for make up samples or any new cosmetic products, that you try them first. I have never had a bad reaction to anything until I was on an overseas trip and tried a "high end" face serum. I broke out in what looked like a sunburn on my face. Luckily, it only lasted one day.

[@TheoryofSimple]

I completely agree! I want to try some sort of lip plumper on my lips and the whole bottom half of my face swelled up! I was so glad I didn’t take it home and try it and have to go to a meeting or something😂

[@wandrousvindella716]

Hello Eunice~ great content. Clinique bar for the win ! My packing is similar, but I did add a dry bar of shampoo/body wash from Trader Joe's for the Airstream. I've got the spiral pins also & they have traveled the world with me. You are my spirit animal! hugs from Charleston, SC, Wanda

[@TheoryofSimple]

Hello Wanda! I haven’t used the shampoo bar from Trader Joe’s yet so I’ll have to take a look and give it a try! It’s so nice that they’re making these things so that you don’t have to take liquid everywhere. Sending you SONshine!🥰

[@wandrousvindella716]

@@TheoryofSimple thank you for SONshine and back at ya ! The peppermint/ tea tree (melaleuca) bar was originally for my feet😁 but works well as shampoo also. Did you know Clinique is not making the travel bar storage case anymore? They need to bring that back. I'm ending our "RUBY" birthday month tomorrow....60ish...

[@TheoryofSimple]

@@wandrousvindella716 gosh I didn’t even check if Clinique is still making the bar! I have had a couple of these and this is my last one so I hope they are still making it!🙂

[@wandrousvindella716]

@@TheoryofSimple making the travel bars, but not the holder/travel case. The case was a nice little bonus. I just ordered 6 travel bars.

[@TheoryofSimple]

@@wandrousvindella716 thanks for the info, Wanda! 🙂

[@turistka2000]

Your video gave me the idea to put together a bag for the hospital stay I'm due for my leg surgery.. Thank you for this, I'll prepare the bag. Or maybe you will make a video on this topic? ❤

[@TheoryofSimple]

Oh my gosh, you must be reading my mind! I was going to do a video on this because I’ve spent so many hours in the hospital with my parents this year and have relied on my Little go to bag for that and I truly do wanna make a video on that! Thank you so much for reminding me and letting me know that this is an important video to make! Not only for those stay in the hospital, but for those who are in the hospital with the patient and her sometimes just sitting and waiting rooms or emergency rooms for hours!😊

[@caro30159]

I have the same bag. Maybe I fill it like you do🤩

[@TheoryofSimple]

Nice! They are so handy to have! Make it your own! Thank you for watching and commenting and I look forward to your feedback on my other videos!

[@kristin7665]

That much spf is not even enough for 1 day, let alone a week. But I like that contact case hack for a weekend trip or something short. Also using solid toiletries is a great idea.

[@TheoryofSimple]

Hi Kristin, thank you so much for your feedback! In general I don’t wear any sunscreen. It’s kind of a long story but a few years back I had gotten cancer and my vitamin D levels were extremely low and my doctor at the time told me it was because I don’t spend enough time in the sun and make some vitamin D. (he also told me that every single person they ever tested that cancer had very extremely low vitamin D levels) Also I was noticing that every time I wore sunscreen I was getting these tiny little bumps on my skin and I tried about 50 different kinds. So my best method is to wear a hat most of the time to keep the sun off my face and carry a long sleeve shirt around to keep it off my arms if I feel like I’m getting too much sun. Thanks so much for watching and commenting and happy travels!

[@lisaellis7137]

You remind me of Grace Kelly. I'm certain you've heard this before. In any event, great video. The contact lenses are fantastic. I learned that some time ago. And I now use them for everything.

[@snnanne]

I love your packing videos! I struggle with figuring out how to pack my soap bars. Does the zip pouch still let it dry out?

[@TheoryofSimple]

Hi there. I am so happy you enjoy my content! To answer your question about the soap, The bag itself will not allow the bar to dry out if you put it in wet. However, if I let the bar sit at the edge of the sink for a few minutes it’s usually fairly dry. If I’m in a rush and I have to get to the airport I don’t worry about it I just put it in the bag wet and when I get to my next destination or get home I just let it dry out and then put it back in the bag. I hope that helps and thank you so much for watching and commenting and happy travels!

[@IMOO1896]

Never seen toothpaste tabs, I’ll be checking into getting some for my next trip.

[@TheoryofSimple]

Hi Sandi! They are great because all you do is chew them up and they create their own paste. Sometimes I only use half a tablet and that’s all I leave. Bye-bye the ones that don’t have fluoride and have teeth whitening. Here is the link to the ones I use: amzn.to/3BmbQh9

[@susanpepper8854]

I happened upon a Kipling bag in my local goodwill store. It's more of a purse size, with a shoulder crossbody strap, and two short handles. I've challenged myself to pack everything for a 5 day cruise in that bag. I think I'm going to succeed! Those bags are magical.

[@TheoryofSimple]

Hi Susan! Yes, those Kipling bags are amazing and what a find you were able to get at the Goodwill! He’s a chipling bag every single day as my EDC bag and carries a lot of stuff in it including my camera equipment all the time and I’ve been using it for years and it still looks amazing! I also love how sturdy the zippers are. I hope he succeed on getting that five day cruise down to that one bag! You’ll have to let me know how it goes!

[@susanpepper8854]

@@TheoryofSimple i do have a question for you. I cleanse my face and wash my body and hair with Johnson's baby soap bar. I usually follow with their lotion. Have you ever tried to make a lotion bar from a regular lotion? I've already made toothpaste tablets from my regular toothpaste. I've downsized my makeup to a tube of concealer and a cheek color pencil from TresTiQue. It works for cheeks, eyes, and lips. And I carry a sample size mascara. I've ordered a volcanic rock roller to absorb oil, instead of carrying a powder compact.

[@TheoryofSimple]

@@susanpepper8854 OK some people may not believe this or there may be some controversy or drama stirred up over this but I do not use any body lotion at all. After reading all the chemicals that are in these things and realizing my skin is the largest organ in my body I stopped using it. My face is similar except that if I wear make up I do take it off with soap and then I will replenish with a face lotion at night but in the morning I do not wash my face and I do not put lotion on it I just use a warm rag and leave it go. It took a while for my skin to get used to this and I would say it took about a couple of months but once I did it started to find its own moisture balance and I do not miss it at all and as a matter fact my skin is in better condition now than it ever was when I was using lotion.

[@susanpepper8854]

@@TheoryofSimple that actually makes so much sense. Our skin is like our hair. People who complain of excess oil, tend to wash more frequently, which prompts the body to make more oil, to replace what was stripped. Lots of times, I was with the soap at night, them only got water in the mornings. I feel like removing pollution and debris from the day is important. The next morning, my face should still be pretty clean. I'm curious, now, to see what would happen if I tried to quit using lotion. The past year, I've become more focused on a more simple life. Converting to a capsule wardrobe, minimizing my makeup routine and number of products, and focusing on reusing, recycling, and upcycling. It frees me up to focus on my little business of recycling and upcycling. And how unethical would it be, to try to sell others on the idea, if I don't live it? It also freed money to have more "experiences", instead of "things".

[@TheoryofSimple]

@@susanpepper8854 exactly! I also only wash my hair once a week and I find that it is better if I do that then trying to wash it 2 to 3 times a week. I do the same with washing my face as you do is I wash it with a mild soap at night or at least use a really warm rag and wipe it down and then if I’ve use soap I’ll use a moisturizer but in the morning all I do is take a warm Water and rinse my face because I don’t feel like there’s anything on it from just sleeping. I don’t wear sunscreen really at all either because of the chemicals in it. I also was diagnosed with cancer a few years back and the doctor said I had extremely low vitamin D levels and that all cancer patients had extremely low vitamin D levels so he recommended that I get some sun. Now I just wear a hat and use clothing as my sunscreen. But I do go out in my garden every morning without any sun protection on just so I can get a little bit of vitamin D. This also says me space in my travel toiletry bag because is there a couple things I don’t have to carry with me.

[@betsygray9505]

Great ideas! Contact lens cases great idea. Sample size shampoo wouldn't even wash my hair once! Could do without facial peel if i was away for a week 🤣

[@TheoryofSimple]

Hi Betsy! Thank you! You could replace the peel with extra shampoo and conditioner! Thank you for watching and commenting and I look forward to your feedback on my other videos!

[@betsygray9505]

@@TheoryofSimple indeed!👍

[@leapintothewild]

lol I feel ya! I can get a shampoo out of a sample,, but would need at least 3 packettes of conditioner -- mid-back, super thick, coarse and wavy.

[@mariaabundantliving6965]

Great ideas! As always. I'm fond of using the right shade of lipstick as blush and to contour my eyes, nose face. For me being a medium olive tone a plummy brown works well. Lens case is good for lip stick and gloss. Keep them coming.

[@TheoryofSimple]

Hi Maria! Thank you! I am switching to cream blush so i can carry it this way! I would do lipstick but I’m allergic to something in lipstick so i can’t wear it🙁 Looking forward to making more travel content for you! If you have any special requests, let me know!

[@CookieDr007]

@@TheoryofSimple most lipsticks esp red contain carmine which is a known eye irritant, MUFE and pro brands tend to make eye/lip/face friendly products but it will say it on the packaging 👌🏼

[@TheoryofSimple]

@@CookieDr007 thank you for that info! I will keep looking for makeup products that are multifunctional and safe! Thank you for watching and commenting and I look forward to your feedback on my other videos!

[@susanpepper8854]

I discovered TresTiQue products. They have a blush stick that is perfect for cheeks, eyes, and lips. It even has a brush built into the the bottom, and the brush is replaceable, while the makeup is refillable. I got my routine down to that stick, their mascara (which has a lash comb and mini lash curler built into the top), a brow pencil that doubles as eyeliner, and a highlighter stick (again, with the built in brush). I also carry a small concealer for times when I need it, and a lotion bar mini from ethique, that can double as lip balm and body moisturizer. I've stepped away from the other products I was using, and found that ethique has a bar I can use for face, body, and hair! For travel, I've ordered their mini sizes. But you could also slice off a bit to pack.

[@TheoryofSimple]

@@susanpepper8854 I will Have to check out the TresTiQue products! I am looking for a new makeup set for travel! I also use the Ethinique soap for travel too. I will have to pull together another travel toiletries video since I carry 2 toiletries bags! Thank you for letting us know anout the TresTiQue products!

[@marjoriemcmillan982]

Some really good ideas! I used to use the little zipper packets, but they take up space and they’re not flexible. I now use Glad Press and Seal for a lot of things as it can be pressed back together after you retrieve what you need. Contact Lens cases are great to use!

[@TheoryofSimple]

Hi Marjorie! I love the zipper packets but I’m very curious to how you use the glad press and seal in your packing if you mind sharing with this community! We’re all always looking for new ways to pack stuff!

[@marjoriemcmillan982]

@@TheoryofSimple With Glad Press and Seal I essentially make my own, customized baggies. If I am careful, I can pull apart, and then reseal. I especially like to use it for jewelry so that items don’t get tangled.

[@TheoryofSimple]

@@marjoriemcmillan982 thank you for that hack! 🥰

[@Ziva00]

love love your videos. What is the pouch that you keep your towels in please?

[@TheoryofSimple]

Hi Lis! Thank you! Pouch is from an older set of towels I had from about 10 years ago! Here’s a link to something very similar! amzn.to/3XCsP7m

[@nexusSix_237]

Everybody and their momma is doing the contact lens case thing for creams now.

[@TheoryofSimple]

Yeah, it’s a great hack! Been doing it for years! I started wearing contacts in 1975 and realized these cases could hold more than my lenses. I started using it for Vaseline back in the day because we used that for so many things. Everything comes back around! Thanks for watching and commenting!

[@letitiaholloway3024]

This video is great. I’m trying to be a minimalist. What about shower gel or soap, do you use your face soap.? Thanks

[@TheoryofSimple]

Hi Letitia! The short answer is, yes, I use that Clinique facial bar to wash my face and my body. When it comes down to it soap is pretty much soap so it’s gentle enough for my face and it’ll clean me well enough everywhere else so that’s what I use. This way I don’t have to have different soaps for my face and body. Thanks so much for watching and commenting and happy travels!

[@dyscea]

I won’t give up some things (like my toothpaste and brush preference) 😅 But loving some stuff (like the make up in a contact lens case - genius!!!) that i can’t wait to try out on my next trip.

[@TheoryofSimple]

Hi there! The toothpaste was easy for me to give up because the little tabs turn into a nice foamy paste the hairbrush for me it’s something I gave up but it’s because my hair is just one length and straight and it doesn’t do much anyway so I just either let it dry by itself or use a comb and if I want it curly I use a spiral iron. Of course when my hair was layered and shorter I didn’t need a brush to be able to stylet but now that it’s just long and hang in there I just kind of leave it. I guess you could say I’m a little bit lazy about my hair.

[@dyscea]

@@TheoryofSimple I’m finding the wisdom of doing LESS nowadays. So … let’s not call ourselves “lazy” 🤣 Thank you for more insight! It’s kinda fun figuring out what would work best for me.

[@TheoryofSimple]

@@dyscea yes! I worry a lot less about what people think these days and more about what makes me happy! Juice life, drink the joy, keep life simple! ❤️

[@dyscea]

@@TheoryofSimple i still get pulled into drama and sometimes it’s my choice, but yes, moments of clarity about not giving too much care about what people think is divine. One day i will give 100% no effs and I shall TRANSCEND 😌

[@margaritamartinez6413]

I didn't know how to use that hair accesory

[@TheoryofSimple]

It is super easy to use and I should probably do just a little tutorial about how I weave it through there to keep it in😊

[@ukelilly]

Hi. Great idea to pack a light toiletry bag. What brand is your eyebrow pencil ? thx

[@TheoryofSimple]

Hi T, here is the link to the eyebrow pencil. amzn.to/3wkB9Ns. Thank you for watching and commenting! Happy travels!

[@TracyKMainwaring]

I love that hair spike thingy! I've used the two pointy sticks, but then one breaks, gets lost etc. Is be interested in seeing a quick video on hairstyles while traveling. How do you use those spirals?

[@TheoryofSimple]

I really should do a couple of hair videos, but sometimes I make shorts with them and they’ll be on my channel on the short section. Regarding the spirally things you basically just put your hair in a bun and then spiral that metal piece down into your bed to hold your butt and place forever.😊

[@hoosiermama3001]

This should've been filmed on a table

[@TheoryofSimple]

Will definitely keep that in mind next time! Thank you for your feedback!

[@corriee.5492]

What is that acrylic thing on the side of your night stand and what are you using it for. You are really a very organized person. Thank you for sharing!

[@TheoryofSimple]

Hi Corrie! You are so observant!! That is a command hook holder for the shower! I put on the side of my nightstand so that I could hold things like my cuticle cream glasses and nail file! Here is the link amzn.to/3RzKRna

[@cubemissy]

Ahh, a fellow Kipling pouch lover! They are like a Tardis on the inside. If you get he large size pouch, it comes with a cross body strap, so you can also use it as your purse.

[@TheoryofSimple]

Hi Melissa! Yes! Love Kipling bags! I have several of their bags! I have to look for them larger one with the strap because the two I have now only have the wristlet strap. Thank you so much for watching and for the recommendation of the bag! Happy travels!

[@susanpepper8854]

Love my Kipling bag!! It's magical. I feel like Mary Poppins when I unpack it.

[@TheoryofSimple]

@@susanpepper8854 you and I are cut from the same cloth because I’ve had a lot of people call me Mary Poppins!

[@susanpepper8854]

@@TheoryofSimple I'm a seamstress and used to do lots of children's costumes. I can remember doing a consultation and fitting with a little girl, and she whispered something to her mother. The mother told me that she asked if I was Mary Poppins!

[@TheoryofSimple]

@@susanpepper8854 love it!!!🙂

[@SLPtoMD]

Meg Tilly? Is that you?! Great tips , thank you 😊

[@TheoryofSimple]

Hi Lauren! I used to get that a lot when I had darker hair. Many people thought I was one of their sisters! Happy you enjoyed the content! Look forward to getting your feedback on my other videos!

[@SLPtoMD]

@@TheoryofSimple I believe it!!! Looking forward to more of your content 😊

[@TheoryofSimple]

@@SLPtoMD thank you! More coming soon!🥰

[@colleenc5008]

This is a great video! It really is about rethinking what you actually need. Do you really have to bring a 3.4 oz bottle of shampoo? No! Thanks to you and some other vloggers, I really minimized my toiletries on my recent trip. I squirted 2 shampoos' worth of product into a tiny jar for a week long stay (ie 2 shampoos 😉). And a sliver of soap in a plastic ziploc baggie. I've got toothpaste tabs for my next trip too. It's carrying over into my daily life too - rethinking what I really need at home. Thank you!

[@TheoryofSimple]

Colleen, I wish you could see the smile on my face! I am so happy that you got some useful hacks out of this video! It really does make you think about what do you actually need and how much we overpack and how much overuse of materials like soaps and stuff that we use that are polluting our rivers and lakes and oceans. It’s even got me thinking about the soap that I use at home washing dishes. If something has not been used on something greasy like butter or meat or cheese then I just rinse it off with water. For example if I cut up some vegetables with a knife for cutting board I don’t need to use soap I just rinse it really well and put it back. You’ll notice that your purse will change to you carry different and more things but not as many larger things. Thanks so much for watching and commenting and happy travels!

[@marizee5615]

Hi, what about blush and eye shadow? Lipstick or balm?

[@TheoryofSimple]

Hi Marie, do not wear lipstick (allergic to it) I have the lanolin for my lips. I rarely wear blush and do not wear eyeshadow.

[@lesleighmyersneuville625]

Do you have a source link for the mini PacTowl pouch? All I can find are the larger ones😉

[@TheoryofSimple]

I don’t think they make the mini ones anymore so I buy a large one and cut it down with pinking shears. Then I take the edges to a flame so they’ll seal them off and they won’t unravel.

[@cheryldekoevend6626]

Hi Eunice. I'm new to your channel. This was really helpful. I had a question about the Pak Towel and the bag that you put them in. What size of Pak Towel did you start with and then what size did you cut the towels into? Do you store the towels in the towel bag and then put that bag into the Kipling bag?

[@TheoryofSimple]

Hi Cheryl, welcome to Theory of Simple! The Pack Towel I use is 18”x18” so that makes the smaller ones 9”x9”. These are the older version of the PakTowel and I think the newer ones are a little bit thicker. I store the towels in the pack towel pouch which is mesh and has a little hook to keep the towel attached to the pouch. I keep that pouch in one of the zipper pouches of my Kipling bag. Everything you saw in the video except for the hair combs in the mirror fit into that Kipling bag. The hair combs in the mirror are always in my purse. I actually just got a new horn comb that’s small enough to fit in that little bag and I just put it in this morning and you’ll find the link to that on my Amazon store front. You can find my storefront here: www.amazon.com/shop/theoryofsimple Thank you so much for watching my content and I hope that you found this helpful and you were able to get yourself some good things to minimize your toiletry bag for your next travels!

[@franklinstephen3268]

Hello 👋 how are you doing?

[@TheoryofSimple]

@@franklinstephen3268 hi there. I am well.

[@sstavinoha1]

Do you use eyeshadow, blush/bronzer, lipstick, powder or setting spray on vacation?

[@TheoryofSimple]

So I use very little make up. I did add a brush bronzer to this kit as well as some tiny make up brushes. I don’t use a powder or setting spray and I can’t wear lipstick because I’m allergic to it but thank you for reminding me that I have several people asking me to go through what I’ve added to this bag so I’m going on a trip in the next 10 days and I’m going to show you exactly what I take with me in another video.🙏😊❤️

[@rebeccagutierrez1960]

Mini sized toiletries for me has been a game changer in traveling.

[@TheoryofSimple]

Yes especially if you have bottles you can reuse! 😀

[@VTK72]

❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@TheoryofSimple]

Thank you, Vanessa! ❤️

[@franklinstephen3268]

Hello how are you doing?

[@ekdaufin1485]

What kind of towels are those? Didn’t see them in the Amazon list.

[@TheoryofSimple]

The towel is linked in the video description😊

[@andyplans_843]

Any issues getting the liquids through security?

[@TheoryofSimple]

I think it’s funny how many times I get asked this question. The only time it becomes an issue with TSA is if you have more than 3.4 ounces.

[@akliana]

What is the brand of the makeup remover liquid you are using?

[@TheoryofSimple]

Hi Liana, here is the link to the make-up remover I Use: amzn.to/3TqQpBB

[@patriciasimpson1226]

I enjoy your suggestions however, I thought we had to have a clear toiletry bag as per TSA rules. We don’t?

[@margaritamartinez6413]

Where can we get that buffalo hair accesory

[@TheoryofSimple]

You’ll find a link for that Buffalo horn hairpin in the video description💕😊

[@malwinafidyk101]

Love the video! Is this Kipling an "L" size? I am searching on amazon :).

[@TheoryofSimple]

Hi Malwina, It is the small size. I have a link in the video description. Thanks so much for watching and commenting!

[@malwinafidyk101]

@@TheoryofSimple I loved the video!

[@TheoryofSimple]

@@malwinafidyk101 thank you so much! I hope you find my other videos helpful. Would love your feedback on them!

[@user-yt1iw1qr3b]

If you are traveling on an airplane; the creams in the contact lens cases, the mascara, and the sample shampoo/conditioner need to go into the clear quart size bag. They are considered liquids.

[@TheoryofSimple]

I have traveled with this bag for years and have never had to take that out and put it in a clear liquids bag. However I always do travel with one Ziploc bag tucked in my pocket just in case😊

[@user-yt1iw1qr3b]

I truly enjoyed your videos. I am disappointed with your response. Just because you have gotten away with flaunting the TSA rules doesn't mean you should encourage and teach others to do so. You will make the entire security line wait while you repack your liquids appropriately if questioned. I have TSA Precheck and Global Entry; all liquids are put in a clear quart size bag as required. I don't have to take it out unless asked. Apparently you have not gone through Zurich airport. Not only do they require everyone to put all liquids in a clear quart size bag, they have instructions and the bags at the entrance to security. The same was true in Amsterdam and to my knowledge, all of Europe. The US is a little easier to get away without a liquids bag if you have precheck but that doesn't make it right.

[@TheoryofSimple]

@@user-yt1iw1qr3b I’m not necessarily encouraging anyone to not follow the rules. I’m just saying I have never been asked with this little amount of liquid which is in a contact lens case to ever take it out.. I also have TSA pre-check so I never have to take my bags out when I’m traveling domestically but like I said if I’m traveling internationally, I always have a Ziploc bag that I can pull things out of and put them into so again not encouraging anyone just saying I’m prepared if they ask me to do that.

[@mireilledionne218]

I discovered your channel yesterday from a KZbin suggestion and I subscribed right after I have seen the video. I am surprise that you only have a bit more than 3k subscribers, you certainly deserve to have more. In this regards I suggest that at the end of each video you ask the viewers to write in the comment what is their trick regarding the subject of the video. That might encourage people to write comments (apparently comments are also a way to improve the KZbin mechanism of videos suggestions). Keep the good work.

[@TheoryofSimple]

Hi Mireille! welcome to Theory of Simple! I’m so happy you were enjoying my content! I think that’s an excellent idea and I’m going to start doing that at the end of my videos! I truly appreciate your feedback and look forward to more!🙂

[@monicab28]

Where do you get the little bag/pouches that you use?

[@TheoryofSimple]

Hi Monica, do you mean the clear zip bags? Here is the link for those: amzn.to/3HA9Nrb. Let me know if that’s what you meant.

[@sofisofi8901]

where did you buy the tiny resealable plastic bags?

[@TheoryofSimple]

There are links in the video description to the products I am using in the video. Here is the link to those tiny zipper bags.amzn.to/3HA9Nrb thank you so much for watching and supporting my channel😊🙏

[@tanyawashburn8964]

Do you put your cosmetics in leak-proof containers or in the containers in which they are sold?

[@TheoryofSimple]

Hi Tanya, my foundation and primer are put in the little contact lens cases. So I squeeze our pump a little bit of those into each case and put the lid on them.❤️😊

[@kimc555]

Great idea for packing light … SPF tho - the amount in there isn’t enough for 2 days of wear.

[@Stormbrise]

I love your videos, however when I travel home to the States, I am staying months to visit my family, and I take a lot of things with me. So, I am not able to use a contact-lens case for my creams and such.

[@TheoryofSimple]

Thank you so much! When i have longer term travel, I pack only enough to get me through a few day or a week. I can always shop to get larger sizes when I get to my destination. Plus, I will take small weekend trips and this allows me to take the contact lens case foe the smaller trips. Hope this helps. Thank you for watching and commenting and happy travels!