Better smear on the lip gloss before checking the luggage.

After the latest foiled alleged terrorist plot (yes, it’s a mouthful), anything that resembles a liquid is no longer allowed in your carry-on bags on airplanes.

We’re talking water, juice, even liquid mascara or foundation. If you’re headed on vacation, better check that sunscreen. Baby formula is still okay (just don’t forget the baby).

These latest restrictions stem from the arrests of 24 men in England who were reportedly planning to blow up 10 planes flying from England to the United States. The reports also say the plan was to mix liquids and ignite them while on the plane. Those arrested were British citizens of Pakistani descent, the New York Times reports. The plan was apparently thwarted by an undercover agent. U.S. officials point to Al Qaeda ties. 

Rough times for airlines
Aside from adding to the fears and woes of air travel, it remains to be seen what kind of impact this will have on an industry that’s already struggling – it hasn’t turned a profit since 2000 and lost $35 billion between 2001 and 2005. And only American, Southwest and Continental Airlines have avoided going into bankruptcy.

Some good news though
United Airlines recently came out of Chapter 11, and just this week cut air fares, prompting a fare war.

Hooray for lower airfares! Boo for chapped lips.

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View TSA’s list of what’s accepted and what’s not.