21 best travel makeup bags and cosmetic cases in 2023

Mon, June 05, 2023 at 2:20:35 PM EDT

When it comes to travel essentials, you don't have to be boring — especially during speak summer travel szn. Not every suitcase needs to be black fabric straight out of corporate America, and not every toiletries bag has to be a silver nylon pouch that looks like a straight-up rock.

One of the most essential travel accessories — beyond a stylish carry-on suitcase — is a makeup bag or cosmetics case that can do it all. And by "do it all," I mean organize your products with zero leakage and look cute on the bathroom vanity. You’ve spent too much time shopping the skin care minis at Sephora for your hard work to go to waste!

From clear cosmetics cases so you (and the TSA agents) can see all of your travel-approved products to foldable makeup organizers with a hook, your shopping options are endless. Becoming a stylish and efficient traveler is absolutely within your reach.

Here are some of our favorite makeup bags and cosmetics cases to bring on your next vacation. All you have to do is ball out on new bikinis, plan your airplane outfit and hit the "add to cart" button.

This set of super affordable toiletry bags comes in five different colors and features small, medium and large sizes. The clear top half will make getting through TSA a breeze, even if you don't have PreCheck.

Amazon reviewers are obsessed with this waterproof mesh toiletry bag. It features convenient handles for carrying or hanging up while your shower. Plus, it comes in three colors: pink, brown, and black.

This affordable cosmetics organizer is an Amazon top seller for good reason. It has convenient zippered pockets for endless storage, a rotating hanging hook and a unique elastic design to keep your products secured.

If the baby pink (pictured) isn't your vibe, you can shop the Amazon toiletry bag in six different colors.

Calpak is known for its top-of-the-line luggage and travel gear — and this popular cosmetics bag is no different. With its dual handles and two spacious compartments, you’ll be able to see all of your products without even opening it! (Pssst, it also comes in a mini size for $75.)

If we’re going purely for aesthetics here, what's better than a checked shearling makeup bag? It's super affordable, durable and lightweight.

Presenting: The toiletry bag version of the iconic L.L. Bean Boat & Tote.

This super chic travel case from Béis comes in 11 different colors and allows you to easily organize your products, makeup brushes and other small essentials with a convenient top carry handle. Inside the main compartment, a removable sleeve features a brush holder on one side and a zip pocket on the reverse to keep small items organized.

Designed specifically for makeup brushes, this organizer has handy slots for everything you need for your beauty routine.

Other than being the most travel makeup bag for lazy packers everywhere, this drawstring pouch flattens out to act as a mat so you can lay out all of your products while doing your makeup. All you need to do after is just pull the drawstring closed and then le mess is gone.

Yes, it is just a super pretty pouch without all of the bells and whistles. But do all of the bells and whistles matter when something is this pretty?

If you couldn't figure it out by the title, you really can pack it all in this deep makeup travel bag. It's spacious, sturdy and wildly multifunctional thanks to the customizable storage options. The bag comes with makeup brush storage with a protective flap, a deep main compartment, two removable storage cubes, and one removable flat pouch.

Not only does this hanging toiletry bag feature waterproof material, multiple compartments and long-lasting velcro, but it also has the cutest cactus print we’ve ever seen.

Glossier has dubbed this toiletry bag as the "ultimate home" for your routine, and we couldn't agree more. It's tall enough to fit all of your essentials (peep the measurements on the front of the bag) and comes with enough pockets to keep your goods super organized.

The bright red smooches on this makeup bag are allegedly taken from the lips of some of the most famous women in fashion. Honestly, we’re pretty sure that when you unzip this you’ll hear Charlotte Tilbury's iconic "dahling" call out to you.

This peace sign travel bag is made up of three different compartments. Basically, it turns organizing into a whole vibe.

Made with six recycled water bottles, this fun hanging toiletry bag from CALPAK features interior or exterior elastic loops made for toothbrushes, lipstick, razors, and more.

This upright toiletries brigade features a mesh zipper pocket, two tall elastic loops, six (!) adjustable compartments and so many more fun extras.

This satin quilted pouch is the best way to protect any glass packaging while en route. (Full disclosure, I own this and would die for it.)

How could you not fall in love with the OG Caboodle of our youth?! This hardshell neon case will never go out of style. Plus, it has a secret mirror inside.

This super roomy toiletry kit's classic compact shape allows you to easily store it in a suitcase, hang it behind any door or just keep it in the bottom drawer of your bathroom cabinet!

Made from 100% recycled polyester, this case from Everlane has five interior drop-in pockets and one exterior zip pocket, which makes it perfect for organizing toiletries (and other small things). Even better? It snaps down for compact travel or rolls back for easy access.

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