The common airport error that could add 50 minutes to your journey this summer

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The 100ml liquid rule is set to stay for UK airport travellers this summer, signalling more miniature toiletry bottles for the foreseeable future.Excitement bubbled up when the Government mandated airports to install new scanners by June 1, capable of scanning liquids up to two litres in carry-on luggage, potentially marking a return to the days of packing full-size bottles in hand luggage.Yet, major airports like Heathrow, Gatwick, and Manchester have missed the deadline due to logistical challenges.

After experiencing extended queues and widespread confusion, the Department for Transport (DfT) has reinstated the old rule as of June 9, restricting liquids, gels, and pastes to under 100ml at security checkpoints. READ MORE: Discover 'sushi jeans' packing hack which could revolutionise your travel game For those jetting off this summer, be warned: arrive at the airport with full-size toiletries or makeup and you might see them discarded at security, abandoned in the departure lounge.

Makeup brand Glow Hub highlighted that such misunderstandings are causing delays. A frustrated traveller vented on Reddit about their experience, saying, "It took 50 minutes to get through security (I was one of the lucky ones).

Every line was open, and they had full staff, but every other case had hidden bottles of cola, perfume, etc," reports the Mirror.Navigating the rules for carrying makeup products on flights can be quite confusing.