As an international backpacker, these are the things I find most useful to carry with me while traveling. If you purchase from any of my favorite links, I receive a small commission.
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Hygiene
Clothing
First Aid
Hygiene
Backpacking hygiene items you'll want to have on hand!
Love these handy soap sheets for travel. No spilling, since they aren't liquid!
TXIN 230 Sheets 10 Boxes Disposable Hand Washing
I always keep wet wipes on hand. They're useful for cleaning up and freshening up when you have no water.
Adult Wipes | Walmart Canada
Dry shampoo will save your life when you have nowhere to wash your hair!
Dry Shampoos: Beauty & Personal Care
Way better than carrying pads or tampons with you. Just rinse and reinsert.
Menstrual Cups
Avoid the chafing from hiking with this chafe stick. SO useful!
Anti-Chafe Stick with Shea Butter + Colloidal Oatmeal
My favorite shampoo bar that leaves hair nice and soft.
Honey I Washed My Hair | Shampoo Bar
Clothing
Packing light is the name of the game, so these items are great for backpackers.
Nice and lightweight, these turn into shorts with a zip. They also dry really fast.