Traveling is such a fun luxury of life that we almost universally enjoy, but man, the packing sure is a challenge, amirite? There are hundreds of different methods for making sure you fit everything you need into the space you have, but each one still presents difficulties. One universal truth is that we all need the perfect way to bring all our favorite skincare and beauty products — from those perfect tinted sunscreens to your latest Sephora sale finds — and while we can’t come and pack your stuff for you, we have rounded up some amazing travel makeup bags to make it as easy for you as possible.
So whether you’re headed for a quick weekend away, or a lengthy stay overseas, grab your favorite hard-shell luggage or surprisingly roomy duffel bag and read on to find the best travel makeup bags, senior superlative style.
Best for Long Trips
KIPBELIF Exquisite Large Travel Makeup Bag
Description: This large bag features two handles — one for carrying and one to strap the bag on your suitcase — a large mesh pocket, dividers and a PVC cover over the brush pockets for easy cleaning.
Why It Stands Out: Makeup lovers rejoice, because this bag is for you. With space for 19 brushes, a mesh pocket to keep your palettes separated from other products and space for even full-sized bottles, you don’t have to edit down your makeup stash to travel anymore.
Promising Review: “I love this bag! There’s places for everything to be separated out whether it’s tools, jewelry, makeup, cosmetics and big stuff… I love it!” – N0V8TR
Where to Buy: $23.99 at Amazon
Tartan + Twine Professionista Black Travel Case
Description: This train case style bag boasts an interior mirror, elastics to hold it open as you use, adjustable dividers to customize to whatever products you want to pack and an added interior zip compartment for more organizing options.
Why It Stands Out: The traveling with a mirror conundrum really is a problem, since you don’t want to pack one and risk it breaking, but the mirror within makeup compacts are often covered in said makeup. Having a mirror built into this case makes travel makeup application (even in the car!) so much easier.
Promising Review: “Being in the military, it’s perfect for when I travel/move! This case, also works great for all of my tiny little products that would look too chaotic sitting on a shelf.” – Lady E
Where to Buy: $64 at Ulta
Best Innovation
DIMJ 2 in 1 Travel Bag Organizer
Description: This waterproof bag features two-way zippers, a detachable extra pouch that can be used on its own, makeup brush pockets and a jewelry storage section with a small leather board for earrings, and snap closures and pockets for necklaces, rings and bracelets.
Why It Stands Out: Having a bag to safely and easily store your makeup and your jewelry together is a traveler’s dream! Perfect for a weekend away or someone who doesn’t want to bring tons of makeup products, this bag makes carry-on life possible.
Promising Review: “I purchased this for an extended trip to Europe. The bag is amazing. The bag holds all of my brushes, plenty of makeup and the magic bottom compartment for jewelry is just a little magic touch on the bottom. Thanks for the amazing design.” – Beccah G
Where to Buy: $20.99 at Amazon
OTM Monaco Bag
Description: The perfect daily bag to have in your car, take to the gym or leave in your desk drawer at work, it is made with a special lining that protects the contents from heat, so your makeup doesn’t melt or separate when it’s outside.
Why It Stands Out: We love supporting small businesses and women-owned businesses, and this bag does both. Plus, this kind of life-changing ingenuity makes this bag worth the splurge.
Promising Review: No reviews yet!
Where to Buy: $145 at OTM.com
Best for Tight Quarters
BELALIFE Large Hanging Travel Toiletry Bag
Description: Designed with four separate compartments, each with leak-proof PVC covers and lining, the bag has elastic straps for holding things in place and a 360-degree swivel hanger for easy hanging in any space.
Why It Stands Out: We’ve all been there when you arrive at your travel destination only to find there is zero counter space for getting out your toiletries and makeup. This hanging bag is the perfect solution and has ample storage space for skincare bottles and makeup.
Promising Review: “I have been researching for a travel bag for a long time and my biggest concern is the bulkiness. This is the first bag I have tried and actually works great. Good quality materal. It fits all of my make up, as well as toiletries in it for a 3 weeks trip overseas. Fits perfectly into my 30L northface backpack.” – Tal
Where to Buy: $19.98 at Amazon
Best Multi-Functional
Sephora Collection Pack It All Organizer
Description: This bag features interior material you can wipe clean, plus brush storage elastics and removable additional bags for easy use.
Why It Stands Out: We love customization options, and this bag offers exactly that with the deep main compartment, removable flat pouch and two removable storage cubes — perfect for those that adhere to the cube packing method!
Promising Review: “Yes, I’m serious. This is my favourite Sephora purchase EVER. Keeps all of my brushes and go-to products organized and the compartments are a perfect size. Extra room allows you to store additional items like palettes underneath. Can’t recommend enough!” – allietrack
Where to Buy: $45 at Sephora
Sonia Kashuk Makeup Organizer Bag Set
Description: This set of four bags includes a large, clear bag along with a medium-sized zip pouch, round-top pouch and pencil case, which can all fit together within the largest bag.
Why It Stands Out: This set makes it easy to have exactly what you need to organize your skincare and makeup for any trip, regardless of how long you’ll be gone, or what you need to bring. And when it comes to packing, we love endless options!
Promising Review: “This set has lasted me over 2 years of travel with regular cleanings. It’s very durable and overall a classic look.” – AV
Where to Buy: $34.99 at Target
Best Soft Body Bags
Caboodles Long Tapered Heartthrob Tote
Description: The bag features black quilted fabric on the exterior and bright fuchsia on the interior; an open interior for storage of larger items and makeup brush straps in the lid for organization.
Why It Stands Out: This roomy bag makes it easy to bring your larger items, and the elastic bands along the inside perimeter keep your bottles securely in place. The black and bright pink are also the perfect combo of bold and chic.
Promising Review: “This is the first make up bag that I have, that I actually like. It holds a lot. It’s got side pockets and on the lid, it can hold your brushes. 10/10 recommended” – Amina
Where to Buy: $42 at Ulta
KUSSHI Signature Bag
Description: Made with machine-washable fabric and inner mesh pockets and a zipper pocket for organization, the bag also has interior snaps for snapping into place the brand’s organizer (which is sold separately).
Why It Stands Out: You had us at machine washable. This bag is meant to handle spills by simply washing them away, and is durable enough that it stays looking new even after it’s been washed. The zipper also zips deep down into the bag, so you can open it wide and easily see and reach your products.
Promising Review: “My BFF received this vacationer bag at her bridal shower. I just had to get on for myself. It holds all my hair and skincare products, around 20+ items. Love the material and color combo. Event bought the purse size to match.
The everyday is the perfect size for my handbag. love that they offer all their sizes in matching colors. So happy no more makeup stains on my cosmetic bags. Machine washable is a +.” – brett
Where to Buy: $69 at Amazon
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