〰️ Curling iron

A screener who catches a gas-powered curling iron with an intact butane cartridge will not let it through as-is. You will typically be given the choice to remove and surrender the cartridge on the spot or go back and check the bag. The device itself, with the cartridge out and a safety cover on the heating element, can then proceed.

For standard electric curling irons, the rules are consistent worldwide — they are allowed in both carry-on and checked baggage with no restrictions. The stricter handling rules for gas-powered models (removing the cartridge, fitting a safety cover) are also broadly uniform across international aviation authorities, so there are no notable regional differences to plan around.

Electric curling irons rarely cause issues at the checkpoint — they show up clearly on X-ray and screeners recognise them easily. Gas-powered models with a cartridge are more likely to trigger a secondary check or bag search. If you travel with a gas-powered iron, removing the cartridge and packing it separately in a clearly visible way can help speed things along.

Either bag works for an electric curling iron, but make sure it is fully cooled before you pack it — a warm barrel can set off heat sensors and will be uncomfortable next to other items. If you are using a gas-powered model, remove the butane cartridge, cap the device, and note that the cartridge itself must also be empty of any remaining gas before it can travel.