Home
Shop
Bags
Toiletry Bags

Toiletry Bags

In Stock

Backpacks

3 Products

Bags

8 Products

In Stock

Advanced Filters

Protection Level

Level 2 body armor 8

Protection

Level 2 body armor 8

Free shipping over $300 Lifetime guarantee Free and easy returns

Become UARM member

A tactical toiletry bag might be a misnomer because personal hygiene, health, and fitness are not as much tactical as they are strategic. Infections, and especially dental problems, can disable even the toughest soldier without a single bullet being shot at them. Your toiletry essentials are there to prevent that, even after a long stay in the field, or on a campaign. Also, this type of pouch is essential when it comes to hiking, trekking, and camping. Not only would it keep you well-groomed while in nature, but it will also reduce the possibility of infection, disease, and injury. Something simple like a hangnail seems insignificant at first until it gets infected. What you will keep in the toiletry bag will depend on your skin type and style. In most cases, keeping a trimmed down beard will be better than being clean shaved as it will give you more space in the bag for other things. Also, while it is okay to have some hair on your head, less will be more in this regard. But, there are also a few things that every bag must have, regardless of how the man wearing it looks or feels:

Face
- Non-alcoholic disinfectant wipes
- Lip balm (trust us)
- Q-tips
Mouth
- Pair of soft toothbrushes
- Toothpaste
- String floss
Skin
- Anti-bacterial soap
- Scentless deodorant
- Alcoholic wipes
Hands & Feet
- Moisturizer cream
- Clippers
- Tweezers

The brand and type of these items are rarely important. Male skin is more resistant and has more collagen, so unless you are planning to become a male model after deployment, slight wrinkling should be worn with pride.

What Is a Men's Toiletry Bag Called?

A men’s toiletry bag is often referred to as a Dopp kit, by the toiletry bag used in the US Army in the first half of the 20th century. That bag was made from leather and designed by Charles Dopplet. Today, you can often hear this bag being called a shaving kit or a toiletry kit, but that mostly encompasses both the container and the items within. In other countries and some parts of the US, you will hear the name ‘neceser’, from the French word nécessaire that is used in most European and South American countries. But, if you are asking for such a bag in these parts of the world, you need to stress that it is a men’s bag because the same name is used for both the male and female variety, which are fairly different in their use.

What Is the Best Military Toiletry Bag?

The best army toiletry kit will always be the one that you can attach and detach on a whim. Missions lasting only a day don’t require such gear and the weight can be used for something essential. On the outside, a military toiletry bag would need to have PALS straps that would attach to MOLLE webbing or a similar way to fasten the bag to the rest of your gear. This will remove the need to reorganize your backpack depending on the length of the mission, but simply add this bag when you need it. On the inside, it is always good for a toiletry bag to have multiple compartments and an easy way to organize your necessities. Additionally, the bag should have appropriate protection from the elements and contaminants, especially moisture. The last thing you want in your bag would be bacteria and mold. Finally, a good slim form is usually a good choice. You don’t need a lot of space inside, and you want to reduce the chance of the bag getting stuck when you are passing through somewhere as much as possible.

What Toiletry Bag Is Used by the US Army?

There is no standard-issue toiletry bag given to all military personnel. Every sector, depending on the needs of its soldiers, will request bags with different sizes and capabilities. In general, all bags should be MOLLE compatible and allow for the best weight/volume/utility ratio. For teams that venture far from the base for multiple days, as well as those currently on a campaign, these bags will be larger and contain everything needed for personal health and hygiene. But, for shorter missions and deployments, a slim bag containing only necessities and with as much weight reduction as possible is issued as regular gear.