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The Best Wrinkle-release Sprays of 2024

These sprays will keep you looking your best while you’re on the go.

Collage of wrinkle-release sprays we recommend on a blue background
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When jetsetting, you may not have the time, energy, or luggage real estate to bring and use a travel steamer, and not every accommodation includes an iron. Wrinkle-release sprays are a great alternative for keeping your clothing fresh and polished as just a few quick spritzes can help smooth clothing creases that arise from being folded in a suitcase or regular wear. Plus, the best wrinkle-release sprays have odor-eliminating properties that help you get more wear out of each clothing item, so you can pack lighter.

We found the Bounce Rapid Touch-up Wrinkle Releaser to be the most versatile pick thanks to its fresh scent and ability to work on a variety of fabrics, but our list includes a spray for all your travel needs.

Why We Love It
  • This multi-use product smooths, resolves static, and adds a clean, fresh scent all in a few spritzes.

What to Consider
  • The bottle may leak.

For travel, versatile products are key. We love that this spray effectively releases wrinkles on virtually any clothing item in your suitcase including silk delicates, thick wools, and even dry clean-only articles. Beyond that, it helps remove static from materials that tend to cling, helping you achieve an overall more polished look while on-the-go.

The odor-eliminating properties help you rewear your clothes more than once on a single trip, so you can pack fewer items and travel lighter. It leaves a fresh scent reminiscent of the smell of clothes pulled straight out of the dryer. The fine mist spray comes in a TSA-approved 3-ounce size, as well as a larger 9.7-ounce bottle which you can use for laundry at home on a regular basis.

The Details: 3 and 9.7 ounces | Scented | All fabrics

Why We Love It
  • It uses plant-based ingredients and is safe for sensitive skin.

What to Consider
  • It’s not suitable for 100 percent synthetic fabrics or 100 percent polyester.

People with sensitive skin — or sensitive noses — will appreciate this fragrance-free wrinkle-release spray that’s made from plant-based ingredients. Still, if you prefer a scent, the brand also makes two cocktail-inspired smells including a citrus-lime-mint blend (which wafts of mojito) and a grapefruit-cranberry concoction (which calls a cosmopolitan to mind).

To refresh your wrinkled clothing, lay the garment flat, dispense 20 to 30 pumps per side, hand-smooth and tug the wrinkles, and let it dry completely for approximately 5 to 10 minutes.

The Details: 3 and 32 ounces | Unscented, with scented options available | Natural fabrics only

Begley's No-iron Wrinkle Remover
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Why We Love It
  • It uses natural essential oils for its fresh scent.

What to Consider
  • The spray is very concentrated rather than a fine mist.

Keep wrinkles, static, and odors at bay with this eco-friendly spray, which is made from plant-based ingredients. Natural essential oils are responsible for the fresh scent — available in citrus or lavender options — and there’s also a fragrance-free variation for sensitive skin and noses. The product is cruelty-free, pet-friendly, and made in the U.S.A.

The Details: 3 and 16 ounces | Scented with an unscented option

Why We Love It
  • It’s safe on dry clean-only fabrics and comes in lots of sizes.

What to Consider
  • The nozzle can be faulty.

Spritz this wrinkle releaser on pretty much any fabric — including delicate dry clean-only items — to relax creases and restore the article to a more polished state. It also helps to reduce static cling. The odor-banishing spray comes in “light fresh” or “crisp linen” scents, although there is no fragrance-free option.

The various sizes are available with either push-down spray tops (great for travel since they come with a cap to seal leaks) or squeeze handles, which are easier to maneuver in larger bottles for at-home use.

The Details: 3, 9.7, 16.9, and 33.8 ounces | Scented | All fabrics

Best for Sensitive Skin

Soak Flatter Smoothing Spray

Soak Flatter Smoothing Spray
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Amazon

Why We Love It
  • There are a variety of delicious scents to choose from.

What to Consider
  • There’s only one size, so you’ll need to get a travel container if you intend to pack it in your carry-on.

If your skin tends to react poorly to certain laundry detergents, you’ll want to be equally picky about your wrinkle-release sprays. This starch-free smoothing spray is made with a special mild formulation that’s gentle enough to not irritate sensitive skin. Still, it gets the job done and effectively smooths fabrics that have been creased from packing. It comes in a variety of heavenly scents including pineapple, fig, and yuzu, as well as a scentless option.

The Details: 8 ounces | Scented with an unscented option

Why We Love It
  • It’s tough on odors yet gentle on clothing.

What to Consider
  • It only comes in packs of three and there’s no unscented option.

After being stuffed in a suitcase for days, your clothes can get a bit musty. Another benefit of wrinkle-release sprays is that they help banish unwanted odors so your outfits will smell freshly laundered, even if they’re not. This aerosol spray captures and eliminates odors, replacing them with a clean, natural scent. It also works to smooth fabric folds and restore the look of your clothing in just a few sprays.

The Details: 3 and 20 ounces | Scented

Best for Eliminating Static

Grove Co. 2-in-1 Wrinkle Release

Grove Co. 2-in-1 Wrinkle Release
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Why We Love It
  • It uses plant-based ingredients and no harsh chemicals.

What to Consider
  • It doesn’t come in a travel-friendly size.

If you prefer natural, eco-friendly products, you’ll appreciate Grove’s version of a wrinkle-release spray, which is infused with static-fighting power. It’s a natural alternative to similar products made with harsh chemicals, yet it’s just as effective as you’d hope from a wrinkle-release spray. It comes in an 8-ounce bottle with a convenient squeeze-top spray handle, which is easier to maneuver when you’re working with larger batches of laundry.

The Details: 8 ounces | Scented with an unscented option | Not for use on silk, rayon, or polyester

Tips for Buying Wrinkle-release Sprays

Make sure it’s compatible with the intended fabric

Certain sprays can be damaging to some fabrics, such as synthetic materials or delicates like silk, so be sure to carefully read the label before you buy. Even if a label says the product is safe for your intended fabric, it’s a good idea to spot test the spray on a small area on the inside to see if it leaves a stain before using it all over.

Consider how the spray is dispensed

Wrinkle-release sprays can be dispensed as a concentrated spray, a light aerosol mist, or an adjustable stream. There are push-down nozzles as well as trigger handles. The best dispenser is based on personal preference and your intended surface.

When packing a wrinkle-release spray, it’s a good idea to choose a nozzle that comes with a sealed cap to help prevent leaks. Make sure you tightly close any caps.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • Can you take wrinkle-release spray on the plane?

    Wrinkle-release spray counts as a liquid, so keep the TSA’s 3-1-1 rule in mind, which states that it needs to be less than 3.4 ounces to go into your carry-on bag. If you want to bring larger sprays, make sure you pack it in your checked luggage in a leak-proof bag for extra protection. You also can’t put aerosols into your checked luggage, so that will be an important consideration if you plan to fly with your spray.

  • How does wrinkle-release spray work?

    Wrinkle sprays use water and/or alcohol to soften the fibers of the fabric. When you apply tension by pulling on the moist fabric after spritzing, it helps straighten the bends as it dries.


    Not all wrinkle-release sprays work the same, however, so be sure to read and follow the instructions based on your specific product and fabric.

Why Trust Travel + Leisure

A habitual overpacker, Talia Ergas is quite familiar with the stress of wrinkled clothing from being over-stuffed in a suitcase during travel. She used her experience as a style editor alongside hours of research to find the best wrinkle-release sprays in every category.

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Edited by
Sophie Mendel
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Sophie Mendel is a Commerce Editor at Travel + Leisure with Dotdash Meredith where she assigns, edits and publishes the product reviews and recommendations that help guide travelers toward the best shoes, apparel and accessories for their needs. Sophie has traveled to 50 countries and has lived in five, and is bilingual in English and Spanish. She has more than five years of experience as a writer, editor and copywriter.

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