These Makeup Bags Corral All of Your Beauty Essentials While Looking Cute

The best makeup bags can hold all of your must-have beauty products without bursting at the seams. And they can do so while being aesthetically pleasing. While there are plenty of options to choose from on the makeup bag front, the best of the best come with a slew of features that make life, and travel, a bit easier.

How can a carrying case ease your mind, you might be wondering? Well, first and foremost, you’ll have everything in one place. Few things are more aggravating than trying to find your favorite lipstick only to realize that you left it in the car, instead of your cosmetic bag. But, more importantly, the best makeup bags have compartments galore, plenty of room (you know, for your favorite mascara, the best concealer, and skincare essentials like vitamin c serums and sunscreen), and an easy-to-clean inside (so you can wipe away spills and smudges in no time—because they happen to the best of us.). Some have hooks so you can hang them from your towel rod in the bathroom, and others have built-in mirrors for easy makeup application.

Here, find options galore. If you’re looking for a bag that’s ideal for travel, we’re sharing an option with a hook so you can hang your kit in the hotel bathroom or on the back of your car seat.

How we chose the best makeup bags

We consulted Alexa Persico, makeup artist and founder of Alexa Persico Cosmetics, Sebastien Tardif, celebrity makeup artist and co-founder of Veil Cosmetics, combed through countless user reviews, and tested some products ourselves to find the best picks available.

Our top picks