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How to Pack Liquids for Flying So They Don’t Explode in Your Luggage

29 Aug 2025

Packing shampoo for your trip is always an iffy proposition. Anyone who has flown before knows that taking liquids on a plane can often result in a huge mess in your suitcase. Pressurized air inside planes can cause shampoo, lotion, and other toiletries to explode, leaving a gross, goopy puddle in your luggage. Fortunately, the video below shows how to pack liquids for flying—all you’ll need is plastic wrap.

Video: Andy Seifert, Groupon. Demonstration: Molly Metzig, Groupon.