Yes—Nivea cream is allowed on planes; in carry-on each tub must be 3.4 oz (100 ml) or less, while any size can go in checked baggage.
Carry-On Over 3.4 oz
Carry-On 3.4 oz Or Less
Checked Baggage
Carry-On Basics
- Each container ≤ 3.4 oz (100 ml)
- All go in 1 quart bag
- Remove if asked at security
3-1-1 rule
Checked Bag Tips
- Larger tubs okay
- Seal, tape, double-bag
- Avoid pressure leaks
No size cap
Regional Rules & Airlines
- U.S.: TSA 3-1-1 applies
- UK/EU: many airports still enforce 100 ml
- Check airline page before you fly
Policy check
Bringing Nivea Cream On A Plane: Rules That Apply
Nivea tubs and tubes sit under the liquids and gels policy at airport security. That means the 3-1-1 limit in cabin bags: each container up to 3.4 ounces or 100 milliliters, all inside one quart-size clear bag. If your moisturizer lives in a bigger pot, move a small amount into a travel container or send the full-size in checked luggage. Screeners look at the size printed on the container, not how much cream is left inside.
Quick Size Guide By Product Line
Here’s a handy view of common Nivea items and how they fit into carry-on and checked rules. Exact sizes vary by market, so check the label on your tin, tube, or bottle.
| Product | Carry-On | Checked Bag |
|---|---|---|
| NIVEA Creme (tin or tube) | ≤100 ml / 3.4 oz in the liquids bag. | Any size; seal lid and bag to stop smears. |
| NIVEA Soft (tube) | Small tubes fit in the liquids bag. | Larger tubes fine; cap tightly. |
| Body Lotion / Milk | Most bottles are 200–400 ml; decant to 100 ml. | Original bottle fine; tape pump or flip-top. |
| NIVEA Men Creme | Small tins fit the rule. | No size cap; protect from crush. |
| NIVEA Sun Cream | Up to 100 ml in carry-on. | Full-size okay; bag to prevent leaks. |
| Deodorant Stick | Usually treated as a solid; no liquids bag. | No issues. |
Carry-On Packing That Works
Use one clear, resealable quart-size bag. Put the cream next to other toiletries to speed screening. Tighten lids, then add a strip of tape around the seam. Leave a little air in the bag so pressure changes don’t squeeze product out. If your airport uses CT scanners, you may not need to remove the bag, but rules change by terminal, so follow local signs.
In the United States, the Transportation Security Administration sets the 3-1-1 rule for liquids, gels, creams, and pastes in cabin bags. You can read the details on the TSA liquids rule page. For flights that start in the UK, the government’s hand luggage liquids page lists exactly what counts and the size limit.
Checked Bag: Full-Size Creams And Big Bottles
Checked baggage has no per-container size cap for creams. A 150 ml tin or a 400 ml body lotion can ride there with no screening issue. Focus on leak control: tighten caps, add a small layer of plastic wrap under the lid, then tape and double-bag. Place the pouch near shoes or other non-absorbent items so a rare leak is easy to spot and clean.
What About Nivea Deodorants And Sprays?
Non-aerosol roll-ons follow the same 100 ml carry-on limit. Aerosol deodorants are toiletries and allowed, but their checked quantities fall under a separate FAA limit: up to 500 ml per can, with a total of 2 liters per traveler across all such items. Keep caps on the nozzle and pack them upright. In carry-on, the 3.4-ounce limit still applies, and the can needs to fit inside your quart-size bag. See TSA’s deodorant item page, which repeats the FAA limits, for a quick cross-check.
International Routes And Airport Differences
Most airports worldwide still work with a 100 ml carry-on limit for liquids and creams. Some hubs have rolled out advanced scanners that let bigger containers pass, while others kept the old cap. Because policies can switch by airport and even by lane, size your carry-on items to 100 ml when in doubt. You can always put the full-size jar in checked luggage and carry a small travel tin up front.
Choosing Travel Containers
Pick sturdy, wide-mouth pots that close with a firm snap or twist. Label the volume on the outside in ml and oz. Fill to about 90% so expansion doesn’t push past the threads. Avoid flimsy sample pots that flex and burp product during climbs and landings.
Solid Options To Save Space
A stick deodorant or a solid balm isn’t treated like a liquid at most checkpoints. That frees room in your quart-size bag for sunscreen or gel cleanser. For face wash, a bar beats a bottle. For body care, a small tin of multipurpose balm can replace a bigger tube for a short trip.
Simple Steps To Prevent Mess
Nest each item in a small zip bag. Wrap flip-tops with tape. Use hard-sided cases for thin tubes that crease. Keep the liquids bag near the top of your backpack so you can pull it out fast if asked.
Mistakes That Trigger Confiscation
Bringing a 200 ml face cream in your cabin bag without decanting. Stuffing two liquids bags into one backpack. Letting a pump bottle travel unlocked. Packing an aerosol without the cap. Each one slows screening and can lead to a bin run back to check the item or leave it behind.
Second Table: Sizes, Bags, And Calls
Use this quick matrix when you’re packing a mix of Nivea items for a short flight or a longer haul.
| Container Size | Carry-On? | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 30–75 ml travel pot or tube | Yes, inside the quart-size bag. | Great for face cream or hand cream. |
| 100 ml container | Yes, that’s the ceiling per item. | Keep label visible for a smooth check. |
| 150–400 ml bottle or tub | No; move some to 100 ml or less. | Place full-size in checked; tape lid and double-bag. |
Ready-To-Pack Checklist
One quart-size bag, resealable. Creams and gels in containers at 100 ml or less for the cabin. Full-size items taped and double-bagged for the hold. TSA or local liquids page bookmarked on your phone. Caps and nozzles covered. Labels visible. Bag placed at the top of your carry-on for quick access.