9 best make-up bags for stylish storage

This cream and black quilted make-up bag has three large compartments, big enough to fit bulky bottles, or even eyeshadow palettes. The centre compartment is long and thin, perfect to fit items such as make-up brushes or eyeliners and mascaras. Plus, all the inside compartments are lined with wipeable material, for any inevitable make-up spillages.

The Next make-up bag topped our list due to its versatile uses. We loved that it is small enough to slot into any large handbags or carry-ons, yet still can hold a lot of different products all at once. Once you un-pop the two fasteners it can lie flat, making it easy to see all your products while getting ready, without having to rummage around at the bottom for your favourite lipstick! And if you wanted to reach for something while you are out and about, there are two zips you can use without having to lay it out, for easy access. At £14, you can’t go wrong with this bag, with its storage size, practicality and overall chic look.

If you love your liquid products, such as lipsticks, eyeliner or blush, or even lots of loose powder, then this is the case for you. We stored a lot of our messy products in here as it was easily wipeable. It has two compartments; the one at the bottom held six 150ml bottles and the top one was suited well for keeping all our make-up brushes flat.

When simple is what you are looking for, the clear material makes this a no-nonsense make-up bag that is easy to spot where every product is. It also has a sturdy handle, making it easy to get in and out of a suitcase if you are off travelling.

If you are looking for a trendy bag to bring to the beach, this is the bag for you! It has a bright green fuzzy beach towel effect and is made from recycled polyester. At just over 24cm long, this whopper can hold large make-up palettes and even 500ml bottles. Its only downside is that the lining isn’t 100 per cent spillproof, nor is it that wipeable, so maybe opt for your more studier products to keep and carry in this one. Even if you aren’t soaking up the sun on a sandy beach somewhere, this make-up bag certainly delivers those summer vibes wherever you are.

There is nothing else on the market right now like this make-up bag. This innovative design lets you completely lay out all your make-up products at once, using a drawstring mechanism, so you can see all your make-up at once while you are getting ready. The bag also doubles as a protective mat, so you don’t have to put your brushes down anywhere dirty. It doesn’t stop there, it also comes equipped with an inside zip pocket for any small or valuable products, elastic bands to hold brushes in place, and two Velcro pockets on the outside. We loved how easy it was to use and close quickly, perfect for people in a hurry.

If the sight of your make-up drawer, fills you with dread then maybe it’s time to invest in some large make-up bags to organise and store all your favourite products. We found that these bags were perfect for storage, due to their clear casings, meaning you can see exactly what product is where. There are three bags in total in this set, with the largest being a massive 17cm wide, great for all your large and bulky cosmetics. Alternatively, you can opt for keeping the other two bags inside the larger one and using the handles for an easy on-the-go storage solution.

While the other bags on this list are great for storing large amounts of make-up, sometimes all you need is a simple little bag to keep your everyday essentials. Its 10cm x 12cm x 7cm size means it perfectly fits into any small handbags, while the green floral design and cute pink tassels gives it a stylish yet simple look. Despite its small size, it has a little separate pocket sewn in too, enough to fit two small lip balms. It may be pricer than some of our larger bags, but we loved that the quality of the material and zip kept our products safe throughout the day.

Sometimes it’s hard to find a make-up bag for a reasonable price that has a sturdy zip or robust material, but this make-up bag does the trick! As well as having an adorable floral print pattern, this bag can hold up to six 150ml bottles in its one large compartment. If you are looking for something to fit all your products for a short holiday or a long weekend away, this is the perfect size to fit in a small suitcase. And at just £6, we think this bag is well worth the money.

While this isn’t the biggest bag on the list, it is certainly the most luxurious. This recycled nylon vanity kit is perfect for organising your more expensive beauty products. We loved the bag’s solid structure, which meant it won’t crush down if you are planning on putting it in your suitcase, and that it has an inside zip on its lid labelled “bits and bobs” for your smaller loose items. Its sleek and smooth finish made travelling with cosmetics that much more opulent.

This stylish make-up bag comes available in a range of colours and is simply the perfect size for your day-to-day essentials. If you are commuting to work, or just going on a day out, its compact design means it can slip into any medium size handbag. It is large enough to fit your daily foundation, concealer and lip gloss and is capable of holding up to three 100ml bottles at a time. It even has enough space for skincare or a deodorant. We appreciated the robustness of the faux leather case and the strong zip, which held up for many commutes and outings.