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Complete Guide: Best Travel Cosmetic Containers

by Melissa Giroux | Last updated Feb 8, 2023 | Travel Gear , Travel Tips

Ideal for trips away, visits to the gym, or day-to-day use, a good set of travel cosmetic containers is a must!

Far cheaper than buying mini versions of your favorite toiletries, travel containers for creams, lotions and cosmetics are washable and refillable – so they are better for the environment too! 

In this guide, I’ve listed some of the best travel cosmetic containers on the market, most of which are TSA approved for packing in your carry-on and all of which are leakproof. 

I’ve included various products, some of which come with handy extras like labeling systems and storage bags.

Whatever cream, lotions, cosmetics, or toiletries you need to take with you on your trip, you’ll find the perfect travel containers for your needs here!

Psst. Want a quick answer? Our favorite travel container set is this one . You’ll get several options for creams, shampoos, and cosmetics.

Beveetio Travel Bottles

There are 5 travel makeup bottles, each with a 2.9 oz capacity. Made from soft and flexible silicone, they each have a different color and a wide mouth that makes them easy to fill.

A cross valve controls the flow, so you won’t have to worry about squeezing out too much lotion all in one go!

Along with the soft bottles, you get a 2 oz pump bottle and a 2 oz spray bottle, which is ideal for makeup remover or a quick spritz to freshen up.

Also included are 5 small travel containers for cosmetics, which are perfect for creams. You even get 2 little spatulas to help with dispensing and filling the containers.

The organization is made much easier by the pre-printed ID labels that come with the set, helping you to quickly identify their contents. that said, it’s one of the best travel containers for skin care.

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Longway Containers

They are perfectly designed to prevent leaks and spills, with tightly fitting screw-on lids. I love the fact that these travel makeup containers also have inner liners – this is a feature you don’t see very often and one that gives an important added layer of protection!

They are durable, so you won’t need to worry about them cracking, yet still lightweight enough to pop in your hand luggage if required.  The set is made up of 9 pots and 9 spatulas.

These little spoons are great for dispensing your creams and lotions and also make refilling the containers a breeze!

The containers are BPA-free, so you can be sure that no harmful chemicals are leaching into your products, and their simple design makes them easy to clean.

BOACAY Travel Bottles

These TSA-approved travel cosmetic bottles by BOACAY have a very unique and useful feature. Each one comes with a built-in silicone face scrubber or anti-aging face massager, effectively giving you 2 products in one!

The scrubber also comes in useful as an exfoliator and is great for cleaning your makeup brushes.

Made from high-quality food-grade silicone – a sustainable and safe material – the bottles are designed to be totally leakproof. 

Their wide-mouthed design makes it very easy to fill them, then they close and seal tightly, with a leakproof valve giving you added security.

The set comprises one 3 oz bottle with two sides for facial massage, plus two 2 oz bottles, also two-sided for facial cleansing. To help you keep everything neat and tidy, they come with a bag for storage and a sticker sheet.

Labeling your items is not just useful for airport security, but it also makes it easy to find just what you need.

These travel makeup bottles come in four different colors – pink, blue, green, and gray – so it’s easy to match them to your other accessories.

TeeMocom Thin Cans

There are 14 tins in the set, all 2 oz in size, and each one is completely rounded, with no sharp edges to catch on clothing or other items.

Easy to store and stack on arrival at your destination, the number of tins makes this set ideal for bringing small quantities of a wide range of cosmetics with you when you’re on the go.

They would be especially useful for things like eyeshadow powders in multiple colors!

The size of each tin makes these travel makeup containers particularly suitable for your hand luggage –  in fact, they are small enough to even carry a few in your purse.

You could label them with stickers to make organization easier – or, for a fun look, why not use a white Sharpie ?

ZMYBCPACK Round Clear Plastic Jars

All you need to do is place the liners into the screw-top lids to create an airtight, watertight seal.

This will stop liquids from leaking out and prevent any air from getting in and drying up your cosmetics.

Easy to clean, these recyclable travel-size makeup containers are lightweight for portability but strong enough to store your items without the risk of cracking. An added bonus is that these jars come with labels and a pen.

The pen is totally erasable and wipes off with just a damp tissue, so you can relabel your containers as often as you need. A handy spatula is also included, which can help you dispense your creams and makes it easy to fill the containers.

Henscoqi Travel Bottles

The recyclable bottles – under 5 inches high – each have a fine spray top, which can be really useful for dispensing things like a makeup remover.

Another great use would be for hand sanitizer, especially as these bottles are small and slim enough to slip easily into your pocket!

An anti-dust cover clips securely on the top, protecting the nozzle from clogging and ensuring the contents are not accidentally sprayed when packed in your bag.

Made of plastic, these containers are lightweight enough for travel, but they are designed to be durable and resistant to cracks or dents.

Bariho Silico Bottles

In other words, pretty much everything you will need for your trip! Approved by the TSA for use in your carry-on luggage, the soft bottles are made from 100% BPA-free food-grade silicone which is incredibly resistant to breakage and sustainable material. 

Because they are soft, they are squeezable – just what you need for items like lotions and shampoo!

The attractive purple and white containers all fit neatly into their zip-up PVC travel bag and feature a triple-layered structure and self-sealing valve.

This stops them from leaking and ensures that the rest of your luggage is protected. This set is great value for money as the differently sized containers make it suitable for a wider range of cosmetic products.

Qianying Travel Containers

Approved by the TSA for packing in your carry-on luggage, the 6 travel cosmetic bottles included in this set are made of soft, squeezable silicone, each in a different attractive color with a self-colored pattern.

That said, yes – they respect the 100 ml rule.

The bottles are around 4.5 inches high, with a cross return valve that controls the flow of liquid and makes them easy to use.

They also have a triple layer design, which means they seal tightly and won’t leak their contents, whilst the wide-mouth opening makes them easy to clean and refill.

In addition to the bottles, you also get 3 small travel containers for cosmetics like powders or creams, with tightly fitting lids.

Each bottle has a capacity of  2.4 oz (70 ml) whilst the smaller jars hold 20 ml, which should be enough to meet all your makeup storage needs for your trip!

Ammax Travel Bottles

There are four bottles in the pack, each with a capacity of 3 oz, and their distinctive oval design prevents liquids from getting stuck in the corners.

The BPA-free silicone doesn’t just look good – it is lovely and soft which means that it’s easy to squeeze and you can get out every drop of liquid.

There is a no-drip cross valve inside the cap which ensures the bottles will not leak and also controls the flow of liquid, so you don’t get out more than you need.

Each travel bottle has a wide mouth opening. This makes them easy to fill, even with thicker liquids like creams, and also means that you can fit a brush inside to clean them properly.

These travel-size cosmetic containers come with a clear zippered toiletry bag which is convenient for packing.

POLUENTAT Travel Bottles

This travel skincare container set has loads of handy little items, including 6 soft, silicone bottles in different sizes, 2 spray bottles (ideal for perfume!), 3 small travel pots for creams and skincare products, and 2 toothbrush covers.

But that’s not all – you also get a little ‘trowel’ to help you fill the containers, a funnel for pouring in liquids, a handy brush, and a frosted bag to keep it all in! 

This set has a unique and very useful labeling system – you just twist off the lid then use the rotating ring to display a ‘tag’ to help you identify what’s inside.

There are 6 different options to choose from, including ‘lotion’, ‘soap’ and ‘shampoo’.

All bottles are triple-layered for security so you can be confident they won’t leak and their soft, silicone construction makes them durable and resistant to damage.

Final Thoughts On The Best Travel Containers For Creams

Finding the right travel cosmetic containers when you go on a trip is essential.

All these products will help you travel with confidence, knowing that your toiletries are secure, your luggage is well protected and you’ll have all your essential beauty items to hand when needed.

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Packing for a trip is stressful enough. Between triple checking your packing list to expertly trying to fit all of your outfits into your suitcase, the last thing you need to worry about is how to pack your makeup.

Bringing your entire makeup collection on a trip is probably not going to happen, so the best thing to do is stick to the essentials . I know what you’re thinking: easier said than done, right?

That’s why we talked to makeup artist Theresa Novicky of Makeup By Theresa to give you the best advice possible. Keep reading for tips on how to travel with makeup, as well as the best makeup products to take with you.  

Best Travel Makeup Products

Multi-use products.

One of the best ways to travel light with makeup is to look for products that work overtime, aka multi-use products.

Look for 2-in-1 products such as blush and highlight duos, double-sided eyelash and brow products, and other multitask makeup like “cream blush that can also be a lipstick,” says Novicky. “My clients love these!”

You can also search for foundations that work double or even triple duty like Laura Mercier’s Tinted Moisturizer , which acts as a lightweight foundation, moisturizer, and SPF all in one.

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Travel-Size Favorites

One of the most obvious ways to travel with makeup is to bring travel-size products. The good news is that many beauty companies offer some of their best-sellers in mini sizes , so you don’t have to compromise on quality. 

For example, Ulta has a whole section dedicated to travel-size products containing many of your all time faves. These mini items are also perfect for travel because of the liquid limits when traveling by plane (we’ll discuss this more later). 

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Cream Products

Travelling with powder makeup can be tricky because of it’s messy nature and, if you’re travelling with pressed powder, there’s a high chance that it will break during your trip.

That’s why carrying cream products is ideal for vacation, weekend trips, or any other getaways that involve packing makeup. Try to choose cream products that can work on your lips and cheeks , like the multitasking products we mentioned above. 

One of our favorites is the Milk Makeup Lip + Cheek Cream Blush , which is perfectly blendable and buildable!

Plus, when you bring along cream products, you don’t usually need a brush ! You can apply directly with your fingertips. Talk about a space saver!

RELATED : Splurge or Save (Makeup) – What to Spend or Save Your Money On

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Makeup Kits

Another great way to make sure you have all your makeup essentials on a trip is to purchase a makeup kit. These kits usually contain all the products you need to apply to your face, such as blush , highlighter , and eye shadow .

“I travel with a small palette and bring one or two additional shadows,” says Novicky. In her professional opinion, one of the best palettes to travel with is the MAC Semi-Sweet x 9 Palette . It’s ideal for travel because it contains a “light highlight, a black [shadow], a transition color and other colors you can build on.”

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Build Your Own Palette

For existing favorites that you just can’t live without, building your own palette can really come in handy. One of the best ways to keep them all in one spot is to invest in a secure, sturdy , customizable palette. 

These palettes are almost always magnetic so you can add and subtract makeup products as you please. A great affordable option is this magnetic palette from Makeup Forever.

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Travel-Friendly Makeup Brushes

If you feel as though you can’t live without your brushes, try reaching for some that come in a compact design , are double-sided , or even retractable . 

As an added precaution, Novicky suggests storing your brushes in a pencil case. “Pro tip: most professional MUA’s do too!” she tells us. “It doesn’t crush your bristles and it stands up!”

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What Makeup Can I Bring on a Plane?

Now that you know the best products to travel with, let’s talk about the rules for bringing different kinds of makeup on airplanes.  

According to the TSA , if your makeup is in a powder form, there aren’t size limitations for your carry-on bag. 

However, you’re only allowed to bring a quart-sized bag of liquids, aerosols, creams, pastes, and gels in your carry-on, with each container weighing 3.4 ounces or less . Anything over 3.4 ounces must be placed in a checked bag. 

This rule covers a lot of products that you might not typically consider a “liquid,” including concealer , foundation , lip gloss , and even mascara . 

If you can’t fit all of your liquids into one quart-sized bag, the leftovers will also have to go into a checked bag. To avoid paying a (usually hefty) fee for a checked bag, make sure you’re only packing essentials in your carry-on!

Although it’s not required, it is highly suggested that you pre-pack all of your liquids into one bag separated from the rest of your items to speed up the screening process. Having all your liquids in one bag will save you a ton of stress and time when you go through security.

Tips For Traveling With Makeup

Even if you have the right products, packing your makeup to make sure it holds up during a long trip is essential. Here are some of Novicky’s top tips for travelling with makeup:

• “I always put plastic wrap over my containers to avoid a leak,” says the makeup artist. This is the best way to make sure no products spill onto your other items. You can even cover bottles and containers with plastic wrap and then twist on the lid for extra safety.
• Repackaging makeup when travelling is a must. If your product is too big to put in a carry-on, try transferring it into something smaller . Some of Novicky’s favorite containers are “small sample containers that twist off like these from Amazon .” Don’t be afraid to get creative! You can even transfer products like moisturizers and cleansers into contact lens cases like Novicky does!
• Finally, even if you don’t have a multi-tasking product on hand, that doesn’t mean you can’t use makeup products in different ways . Try using lipstick as a cheek stain, bronzer as eyeshadow, or a soft eyeliner pencil as an eyebrow pencil (this works best with a brown eyeliner unless you have very dark brows). 

To Sum It Up

Even though travelling with makeup products can be stressful, it doesn’t have to be a nightmare. Think small, but powerful . Multitasking products will be your best friend, and plastic wrap your lifeline. 

With these product recommendations and travel tips from professional makeup artist Theresa Novicky, we’re confident that packing makeup for your next trip will be a breeze.

Keep these best travel makeup products in mind next time you book a flight, and you’ll have no problem getting glammed up on your next trip.

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I’ve met an array of women traveling over the years – some with a carryon completely filled with beauty products and others that wanted to travel so lightly that they decided to forego makeup altogether. Take a look at these seven travel makeup hacks to help you downsize some products while eliminating others completely!

Travel Makeup Hacks

Small Makeup Pots

Use Small Travel Containers

Lose the weight and bulk of unnecessarily large glass makeup bottles. Take only what you need by transferring product into small containers such as these . Travel size is usually too much for regular toiletries especially makeup.

We love: the items featured in our post on best travel containers . It’s a must read!

MAC Eyeshadow

Eyeshadow as Eyeliner

Some  eye shadow can be used as eyeliner when wet. No need to pack a liner or pencil sharpener!

The perfect combo would be to take two eye shadow pots: one to use as eyeliner and shadow plus one lighter shade. If you choose a shadow the same color as your brows you can also use it to touch up your brows. Awesome!

We love: MAC eyeshadow in Plummage for a rockstar evening city look

MAC Eye pencil

Eye Liner as Eyeshadow

As an alternative to the option above, use eyeliner as eyeshadow by smearing it over your lid then dab with your finger to even out until you get the right shade.

You can even use your eyeliner as a brow pencil too so all you need to pack is an eyeliner and lighter shadow to make a quick and easy smokey eye makeup look!

We love: MAC eye pencil in coffee for smoky eyes and brows to match

Nars the Multiple

Multiple Makeup Sticks

For years I was obsessed with this Multiple makeup stick by Nars ! I would never leave home without it especially for beach side trips when I wanted a natural glow. Multiple makeup sticks and tints can usually be used for lips, cheeks, and even eyes, too!

Bonus tip: decant your multiple stick into a travel container like this one to enjoy your favorite product and downsize too!

We love: Nars the Multiple in South Beach and Benefit BeneTint in Rose

Hourglass Rouge Liquid Lipstick

Make A Statement

If you’re on an ultra-minimalist mission and don’t want to pack any makeup at all carrying one single item such as a deep red lipstick or bold eyeliner can be all you need to take your look from day to night in a pinch!

We love: Hourglass travel size liquid lipstick in Icon – it really packs a punch!

Magnetic Makeup Caddy

DIY Makeup Palette

Create your own makeup palette! I love this option because I can never seem to find the perfect color combinations in pre-made palettes . Although, Benefit comes pretty darn close!

We love:  Heidi Barry-Rodriguez’s tutorial on how to create your own DIY makeup palette . It’s a must read!

Urban Decay Brush

Dual sided Makeup Brushes

Eye makeup lovers know the importance of having the right brushes to create the perfect look and you can have the best of both worlds by traveling with brushes. Minimize the number of items you pack without skimping on the perfect shadow technique.

We love: Urban Decay’s Double Sided brush and this awesome duo by Eco Tools !

What are your favorite travel makeup hacks? Share in the comments!

For more travel makeup suggestions, please read:

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• How to Pack Your Travel Makeup Kit Like a Pro

Hope you enjoyed this post on travel makeup hacks. Please share it with your friends on Facebook, Twitter, and Pinterest. Thanks for reading!

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I just spent three weeks in UK and Europe, and didn’t use half of the makeup I took – I even pared right down to what I thought were basics. What did i learn? No eyeliner required. A single quad of eyeshadow was all I needed. A ‘multiple’ product would have been perfect! I reckon next time I’ll try paring down my makeup a month before I leave for a trip. The ONLY use that makeup for the month before I go. Putting used makeup from my makeup bag into a little basket. That way, when I’m packing to go, I’ll only pack the makeup from the basket. Anything else remaining in the makeup bag, that was unused, won’t be packed. If I haven’t used it in the month preceeding the trip, why would I use it ON the trip?!

Do you have any suggestions for someone with sensitive skin? I have to wash my face twice a day with a certain brand or I break out. Should I pack what I normally use or try and find something that is easier to pack?

Has anyone ever tried foundation and blush on makeup sheets. I saw them at Nordstrom, “Mai Coutre” and was wondering if they are a viable replacement for liquid makeup. Thanks, Joy

Oooh good tip, we’ll look into this Joy, thanks!

This is wonderful. I love everything about this article. It was so effortless and fun. Thanks for beauty tips and travel makeup hacks that will make comfort while travelling. Ideas and tips that you have given for how to pack your makeup when travelling are really informative. You should Bring Facial Wipes Instead Of Facial Wash and plan your makeup choices around your outfits and to make an effort just to bring the few shades that match your ensembles. This will help minimize and simply what you pack and not lead to just bringing stuff for the sake of bringing it, ultimately cluttering your life. These tips are super helpful and effective.

Glad you like it Maegen! Thanks for sharing your tips too!

I’m a huge makeup hoarder and this is one of my biggest problems when packing for any trip. I want to look good but always overpack what I’m going to need for a trip. These tips are super helpful.

Thanks Christine! We’re happy to help 🙂

One of my new favorites is Mary Kay’s CC Cream – a really good foundation with SPF in it. It saves me from having to bring a separate tube/container of sunblock for my face in addition to foundation.

Great tip! I’m looking for one too and will check it out. Thanks 🙂

Pacifica brand do lovely stuff – their eyeshadow palettes would do for anywhere and anything. 🙂 Only thing is that i find them a leetle pricey – £15 for a palette for 4/5 eyeshadows…

Sometimes you have to make a bit of an investment into items that can help save space 😉

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Once upon a time, finding the best travel-size beauty products meant scouring the pharmacy “travel size” section and making do with that one tiny bottle of Cetaphil. But as interest in beauty, skin care, and hair care has evolved, so too have options for travel-size cosmetics. Now you can find almost any product from your beauty routine as a mini, from practical products like tinted sunscreen and thigh chafing balm to must-have face serums to tiny hair tools. Some might even be your favs you use everyday, in their original packaging, no less!

Whether you’re packing for vacation or want to test out cult-favorite cosmetics before you commit (no judgment here!), there are dozens of beloved beauty products that can now be procured in a compact, easy-to-pack, and TSA-approved form. Keep scrolling and see the 21 best travel-size beauty products ahead.

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Supergoop! Mini Glowscreen Sunscreen SPF 40 Mini

Supergoop's Glow Screen is the ultimate multitasker and therefore perfect for toting on your next trip. Not only does it provide SPF 40 coverage, but it leaves the face glowing, glimmering, and sun-kissed without leaving a white cast , and can be worn solo for gorgeous “no-makeup makeup” glam or underneath foundation for a lit-from-within look. At 1.7 oz., the original bottle is technically TSA-approved, but the 0.68-oz. mini size is ideal for carrying in day-to-day bags, purses, and pockets. The more room, the merrier, right?

Paula’s Choice Mini Skin Perfecting 2% BHA Liquid Exfoliant

You’ve likely heard all about Paula’s Choice Skin Perfecting 2% BHA Liquid Exfoliant, the cult-favorite toner that really, truly works. But did you know it comes in an itty-bitty 1-ounce option too? Well, now you do. It’s so small it takes up little to no room, meaning you have that much more space to pack souvenirs without worrying about disrupting your skin care routine.

Megababe Thigh Rescue Mini

Thigh chafing is no joke, especially while walking more than usual on summer vacation. Fortunately, Megababe knows their audience and launched a mini version of their life- (and thigh-) saving anti-friction stick that’s just 0.81 oz. It’s so tiny you can throw it in any purse or even a pocket, and reapply as much as necessary. Megababe’s stick is derm approved too: “This easy-to-use formula glides on easily, and includes aloe and vitamin E to help soothe the skin, as well as pomegranate seed extract to protect the skin and grapeseed oil to help hydrate,” says Marisa Garshick, MD , FAAD, board-certified dermatologist.

Drunk Elephant Day Dream Kit: Mini C-Firma Fresh Day Serum + B-Hydra Intensive Hydration Serum

One of the hardest parts of traveling is having to part with your favorite face serums , so beauty buffs can breathe a collective sigh of relief: Drunk Elephant now offers its viral fitamin C serum in a 0.28-oz. form. The C-Firma Fresh Day Serum brightens and firms the complexion while improving skin texture and tone, and does so without clogging pores. It also comes with a mini B-Hydra serum, which provides additional hydration for a radiant finish.

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Living Proof Travel-Size Perfect Hair Day Dry Shampoo

Whether you’re prone to sweating or simply don’t have time to shower, dry shampoo is a fairly universal travel essential. The only problem? The best ones usually don’t come in travel size, especially since they’re often aerosol cans. Or, at least they didn’t, until Living Proof released a 2.4-oz. version of their best-selling dry shampoo. You can even pack this in your carry-on. See you never, greasy bangs!

Belif Mini The True Cream Aqua Bomb

Gel based and lightweight, the Belif True Cream Aqua Bomb is a Glamour editor favorite that’s perfect for summer. It doesn’t clog pores, cause breakouts, or provoke excess oil production , but it is super moisturizing and gentle enough to not irritate sensitive skin. It also works remarkably well as a base or a nonsticky makeup primer or layering base, and is available in an itty-bitty 0.84-ounce mini size . So whether you want to try before you buy bigger or plan to carry it onto your summer vacation flight, you (and your skin) are covered.

Dermalogica Mini Daily Microfoliant Exfoliator

You might be taking a break from work while on vacation, but that doesn’t mean you should have to stop exfoliating. Consistently named one of the best face scrubs, Dermalogica’s microfoliant exfoliator combats dullness and brightness without being too rough on the skin. Plus, the formula is customizable—it’s a powder that turns into a paste when mixed with water—and gentle enough to use daily. And now, it comes in a 0.45-oz. option.

Sunday Riley Power Couple Mini Kit: Mini Good Genes & Luna Sleeping Oil

Celebrities, editors, and dermatologists love Sunday Riley’s iconic Good Genes serum—it’s cited in practically every other Drop the Routine —and with good reason. This serum smooths, brightens, and clears skin while plumping and combatting fine lines, and works in as little as three minutes. The Luna Sleeping Oil is esteemed too—Paris Hilton and makeup artist Nam Vo are both fans—since it helps brighten the skin while soothing redness and irritation. Together, these MVPs are unstoppable: And now, at 0.27 and 0.17 oz., they’re TSA-approved.

BaBylissPRO Mini Straightening Iron with Travel Pouch

Most hotels and Airbnbs have hair dryers but are without essential hair tools like hair straighteners. But while some hair simply can’t be tamed with just a dryer, packing a full-size hair straightener can be a pain. Enter BaByliss, who re-created the company’s popular hair straightener in a tiny travel size, complete with a pouch. Now you can straighten and fix your hair anywhere and everywhere that has an outlet.

Oribe Mini Dry Texturizing Spray

Texturizing spray is truly the unsung hero of the hairstyling world, and Oribe’s is often credited as the industry gold standard. Adored by beauty editors and hairstylists alike, it’s great on all hair types and textures; provides lightweight hold and texture without feeling sticky or weighing hair down; adds volume, texture, and grit; and somehow smells good too. The fact that it comes in a 2.2-oz. bottle is pretty much a miracle.

Bumble and Bumble Mini Hairdresser’s Invisible Oil

Bumble and Bumble offers most of its products in travel sizes, which has earned the brand a permanent place in many beauty lover carry-ons. This oil not only makes hair smell and feel amazing, but it completely combats humidity-induced frizz while protecting hair from heat and UV rays. At 0.28 oz., it easily packs in your purse on hot, humid days so you can reapply for extra protection and frizz defense.

Tatcha Mini Liquid Silk Canvas: Featherweight Protective Primer

Tatcha’s Liquid Silk Canvas is a Glamour Beauty Award winner —and considered one of Tatcha’s best products —for a reason. It smooths and blurs the skin upon application, almost like IRL airbrushing, and provides the perfect canvas for foundation, since it doesn’t budge, get oily, or lose coverage all day. Which is why the fact that it’s available in a 0.35-oz. bottle is a life-, and makeup-, saver.

Laura Mercier Mini Translucent Loose Setting Powder

Laura Mercier’s cult-favorite loose setting powder is a godsend when it comes to setting makeup, but the packaging is on the larger side, which makes it hard to travel with. Fortunately, Laura Mercier’s setting powder now comes in a perfectly combat-ready 0.33-oz. travel size so you and your makeup are set for your next trip.

Mario Badescu Travel-Size Facial Spray With Aloe, Herbs, and Rosewater

When something is Martha Stewart-–approved , you just don’t question it. So when Stewart’s facialist Carmela Barabas revealed she uses and loves the cult-favorite facial spray that revives dehydrated skin, we knew it deserved a spot on this list. Especially since it’s so useful for dehydrated, post-flight skin and refreshing touch-ups throughout travel days.

Olaplex Healthy Hair Maintenance Kit: Olaplex No. 3 Hair Perfector + Intensive Bond Building Hair Treatment

Everyone from Emma Stone to Glamour editors to hair pros swear that Olaplex No. 3 Hair Perfector is one of the best hair treatments around. Glamour even named it our choice for best hair mask over all . That said, some editors specifically point to the combination of No. 3 and the Intensive Bond Building Hair Treatment as what truly transformed their hair, which makes the fact that both are available as 1-oz. bottles that much more convenient—and good for our hair. Also of note? Their equally beloved Olaplex No. 4 Bond Maintenance Shampoo and Conditioner come in travel sizes too.

Garnier SkinActive Micellar Cleansing Water All-in-1 Makeup Remover & Cleanser Mini

Garnier’s micellar water might not scream “cult-favorite beauty product” at first, but this versatile skin care staple undeniably deserves a spot on the list. Especially since it makes for such an ideal travel buddy, no matter the kind of trip you’re on: This classic cosmetic allows you to remove makeup, cleanse your face, and soothe the skin without any water.

Milk Makeup Mini Lip + Cheek Cream Blush + Lip Color

Milk Makeup

Who doesn’t love a multipurpose beauty product, especially when it comes to travel? There is so little space to pack as is, so having one cosmetic that acts as a beautiful blush and lip tint —formulated with hydrating ingredients—can make all the difference. Milk Makeup released special-edition travel sizes of the cult-favorite blush on their website too; they’re so compact, they can fit into the tiniest of bag or even your pocket.

Clinique Mini Take The Day Off Cleansing Balm Makeup Remover

Whether you double-cleanse to remove makeup or triple-cleanse just in case, a solid cleansing balm is a universal beauty staple. And Clinique’s is widely considered the gold standard in that department, so much so it was nominated for a Glamour Reader’s Choice Award for best cleanser . Gentle, hydrating, and extremely effective, this cleansing balm melts away makeup, sunscreen, and dirt, and now comes in a mini 1-oz. size.

Smashbox X Becca Mini Shimmering Skin Perfector Pressed Highlighter

Becca’s going out of business was heartbreaking for everyone, especially beauty buffs who loved the brand’s Champagne Pop pressed highlighter . Fortunately, Smashbox took it upon itself to bring the beloved highlighter back—and offer it in a travel size that’s so small, many fans forget it’s in their bag in the first place.

Thrive Causemetics Deluxe Mini Liquid Lash Extensions

Thrive Causemetics Deluxe Liquid Lash Extensions mascara is another universally beloved makeup essential . Formulated with liquid fibers, orchid stem cell complex, and Japanese pepper extract, this mascara builds and lengthens lashes, encourages lash growth, and helps condition them, so you’re supporting your lashes while making them look glam too. And when it comes to the mini, it’s so tiny you'll barely notice it’s in your bag, though you’ll certainly see its effects on your glam.

Urban Decay Mini All Nighter Long-Lasting Makeup Setting Spray

If you’re going to bother bringing all these travel-size beauty products on vacation, you might as well make sure they stay put. Lightweight and easy to use, Urban Decay’s All Nighter setting spray really lives up to its name, remaining smudge- and transfer-proof for up to 16 hours. Translation? Your glam will stay in place whether you you embark on a historical walking tour or dance all night at the discoteque (or both). It’s no wonder it has as an average rating of 4.6 across Sephora, Ulta, and Amazon—especially now that it comes in a 1-oz. bottle.

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The 7 Best Travel Toiletry Bottles of 2024, Tested and Reviewed

Avoid spills and score style points with these liquid containers

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There’s nothing worse than arriving excitedly at your destination to find that your toiletries have spilled all over your suitcase. Or to be the person who holds up the line at security while the TSA agents discard your oversized liquids. Both of these scenarios are easily avoided by investing in a set of appropriately sized, 100 percent leakproof travel toiletry bottles. There are lots of options out there in terms of bottle quantity, size, and design, with the right one for you depending on factors such as how long you’ll be traveling and the complexity of your beauty routine. 

To help you narrow down the choices, our team of travel experts put 14 toiletry bottle sets to the test. Each one was scored for ease of use, quality, design, performance, and value, with average scores used to determine the winners of categories ranging from “best budget” to “most durable.”

Final Verdict

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Best overall, liquisnugs premium leak-proof silicone travel bottles.

• Ease of Use 5 /5
• Quality 5 /5
• Design 5 /5
• Performance 5 /5

Very secure, with no leaks during testing

Stick to vertical surfaces

Easy to stay organized

Lack of variety

The LiquiSnugs Premium Silicone Travel Bottles offer flawless performance at a price so reasonable our tester was shocked by it. The set includes two 2-ounce bottles and two 3-ounce bottles, both of which adhere to TSA carry-on regulations. We liked the flexibility afforded by the two different sizes since there are always products we need more and less of on vacation. We were able to easily fit all four in a quart-sized Ziploc bag simultaneously without placing pressure on any of them. All bottles are made of flexible, food-grade, BPA-free silicone, making them easy to pack and dispense. 

With a dripless valve and bottleneck design, the bottles are advertised as 100 percent leakproof—a claim we can support, with no spillages even after being dropped and thrown around repeatedly during testing. We liked that the bottles’ wide mouths made them simple to fill, empty, and clean as needed. Other highlights include the suction pad on the back of each bottle (great for attaching them to the bathroom wall) and the changeable labels. Options for the latter include shampoo, conditioner, sunscreen, soap, and lotion, enabling you to switch up the uses on each trip. 

Number of Bottles: 4 | Sizes: (2) 2-ounce, (2) 3-ounce | Materials: Silicone

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Best Budget

Vitog travel bottles kit.

• Ease of Use 4 /5
• Performance 4.5 /5

Multiple dispensing methods

Comes with several functional extras

Good value for money

Capacity could be larger

Retailing for half the price of our already affordable overall winner, the Vitog Travel Bottles Kit is a no-brainer for budget-conscious buyers. It includes six 1.4-ounce bottles and two 0.4-ounce bottles. The larger ones consist of two pump bottles with a removable clip to prevent accidental deployment, two spray bottles, and two flip-cap bottles. The smaller ones are miniature cream jars. All eight are made from clear PET plastic, which we found durable yet lightweight enough for travel. We also liked that we could easily see how much product was left.

We appreciated the thoughtful inclusion of a pipette, a funnel, and a spatula to help with decanting products from their original containers. They made the bottles relatively easy to fill, although we did experience some spillage when decanting thick body lotion. Nevertheless, there was no leaking or visible wear and tear after our intensive testing process. The set also includes a sheet of labels and a clear plastic toiletry bag. The only real drawback? None of the bottles are particularly big, making this option suitable for short trips only. 

Number of Bottles: 8 | Sizes: (2) 0.4-ounce, (6) 1.4-ounce | Materials: PET plastic

Cadence The Originals Set

• Design 4.5 /5
• Performance 4 /5

Unique design

Performed well throughout testing

Customizable

More of an investment than others

Limited capacity

The Originals from Cadence are small, hexagonal capsules with screw-top lids that connect magnetically together in any shape or configuration you like. Aesthetics are at the forefront of this brand, as you can choose different colors for each capsule as well as printed, switchable, magnetic labels. In fact, they look so cute that you could even buy toiletries in bulk and decant them into these capsules for use at home. Sustainable practices like these are reinforced by the fact that the capsules are made from 20 percent recycled ocean-bound plastic. 

We love that the capsules’ wide mouths and rounded interiors make them effortless to fill, use, and clean. They’re also 100 percent leakproof, waterproof, and airtight, as proven by our testing process. We found them incredibly durable and can’t imagine a scenario that would result in them being punctured or crushed. They are small (each one carries just 0.56 ounces), which could be a drawback. However, a capacity calculator on the brand website suggests you can carry approximately a week’s worth of products, depending on how regularly you use each one. 

Number of Bottles: 6 | Sizes: (6) 0.6-ounce | Materials: Hard plastic

Most Durable

Mrsdry travel bottles.

• Ease of Use 3.5 /5
• Design 4 /5

Soft yet rugged silicone construction

Effective leakproofing

User friendly

No diversity in size or design

If your primary concern when packing liquids in your hand luggage is leaking, you’ll love the Mrsdry Travel Bottles Set. It consists of four 3-ounce bottles, each made of thick silicone that feels ultra-durable, and they stood up perfectly to our squeeze and drop tests. We were particularly impressed with the bottles’ no-drip valves, which successfully prevented leaks. All four bottles use the same shape and dispensing method—a pro for those who want lots of capacity for fewer products, and a drawback for those with a more complex personal care routine. 

Having said that, we did feel that this set is so reasonably priced, there’s nothing to stop you from buying multiple sets if you have more products to pack. Instead of labels, the bottles come in four separate shades to distinguish between them. We also liked that their wide opening makes them easy to fill, even with thicker liquids and gels. And when it comes to cleaning them, the bendable silicone easily accommodates a bottle brush. All colorways include a transparent carry case. 

Number of Bottles: 4 | Sizes: (4) 3-ounce | Materials: Silicone

Best Variety

Morfone 16 pack travel bottles.

• Ease of Use 4.5 /5
• Quality 4.5 /5

Good array of containers

Burly silicone handles rough treatment

Jar lids are weaker than expected

Multicolored style may not suit everyone

The Morfone Travel Bottles Set caters to travelers with an extensive beauty routine. With 10 containers in a wide variety of shapes, sizes, and dispensing methods, you can take a broad range of products in just the right quantities for your time away. Options are as follows: two 1-ounce spray bottles, two 3-ounce squeeze bottles, two 2-ounce squeeze bottles, two 1-ounce jars, and two 0.3-ounce jars. We were impressed by the capacity of the largest bottles, which we felt could easily hold at least four washes’ worth of shampoo and conditioner. 

The bottles are made of durable yet flexible food-grade silicone, with wide mouths for easy filling and cleaning. We appreciated the inclusion of two scoopers, a funnel, and a cleaning brush to help with these tasks, as well as a sheet of labels. Most of the containers held up well to our durability tests with no leaks or spills. The only exception was one of the jars, which suffered a broken lid. The set comes in a transparent carry bag and could fit into a quart-sized Ziploc (a TSA requirement) with some skillful maneuvering, although it was tight. 

Number of Bottles: 10 | Sizes: (2) 0.3-ounce, (4) 1-ounce, (2) 2-ounce, (2) 3-ounce | Materials: Silicone

Best for Larger Capacities

Insfit tsa carry-on approved containers.

Great value for money

Well-designed lids

Choice of cute color palettes

Can be finicky with certain products

The INSFIT set is ideal for those who like to keep things simple with only a handful of essential products but also tend to travel for longer and need as much capacity as TSA will allow. It features four identical 3-ounce silicone bottles large enough to hold at least one to two weeks’ worth of shampoo, conditioner, body wash, and sunscreen (or similar). The bottles are squeezable, which makes dispensing simple, although we found that thicker lotions and gels were easier to squeeze if the bottle was at least half full.

Other highlights include fully removable caps and wide mouths for mess-free filling and easy cleaning, and three-layered lids that are essentially leakproof. Even during our pressure test, caps remained securely in place, and afterward, the bottles still looked brand new. In fact, we were shocked to find out how affordable this set is given its evident quality. We also liked the stylish, see-through carry bag and the fact that there’s a special place on the caps to stick the included labels so that they adhere properly. 

Best for Backpacking

Matador flatpak toiletry bottle.

Ideal for reducing heft and bulk

Thoughtful design elements

Proved durable during our testing

Difficult to fill with thicker consistencies

Made of waterproof 30D Cordura ripstop nylon with proprietary welded construction, the Matador FlatPak Toiletry Bottles are by far the most technical option on this list. With their flat-pack design and sturdy quality, they’re designed especially for adventures and expeditions where saving on space and weight is a priority . With a capacity of 3 ounces each, they’re five times lighter and 3.5 times more compact than standard silicone bottles, and pliable enough to fit into tight spaces: the ultimate backpacking companion. 

We found them easy to fill with any liquid that was the consistency of shampoo or thinner. Thicker gels and lotions were tricky since the mouth wasn’t as wide as that of standard travel bottles. Still, any mess is easy to clean off the waterproof exterior. They fit easily into a quart-sized Ziploc, and we love the snap hook for attaching to the outside of your backpack for on-the-go use. The loop also features a spot for writing a description of the contents with a permanent marker. As expected, the packs survived all our tests with zero leaks or signs of damage. 

Number of Bottles: 3 | Sizes: (3) 3-ounce | Materials: 30D Cordura ripstop nylon

Our overall favorite was the LiquiSnugs Premium Travel Bottles set. These bottles stood out for their durable, leakproof silicone construction and thoughtful extras including adjustable labels and individual suction pads. For the most budget-friendly option, choose the small yet sturdily versatile Vitog Travel Bottles Kit .

Upon receiving the bottles, our first step was to examine their overall quality and design and note any unique features. Then, we filled at least three of the bottles in the set: one with lotion, one with micellar water, and one with shampoo. For each one, we noted how easy it was to fill without spilling, how easy it was to clean if spillage did occur, and how appropriate each bottle would be for holding different types of liquid. We also tested how easy it was to open the bottle and dispense the product inside. 

Next, we compressed the bottles in our palms to mimic pressure. We shook them, rolled them, squeezed them, and threw them to stimulate rough handling in transit, noting how well they withstood this treatment. Our final test was to put all of the bottles from the set into a quart-sized Ziploc bag, and then inside a toiletry bag. Then, we dropped them from waist height three times, always from different angles, to see whether any breakages or leaks occurred and whether the bottles showed any signs of wear and tear. 

Each set was scored on a scale of one to five for ease of use, quality, design, performance, and value. Average scores were used to determine our category winners.

Other Travel Toiletry Bottles We Tested

GLOBEGEAR Travel Bottles : This nine-piece set features a solid range of containers and tools made of hard plastic that doesn't feel flimsy. We deducted points for the skimpy capacity of the bottles, which would only last a few days or applications (and made filling the bottles difficult), though the affordable price makes this a good option for the infrequent traveler.

Kitsch Travel Containers : Fans of variety will appreciate the range of products included in this compact kit. It won't set you back much and, accordingly, we feel it also won't last long. We like the idea of the flat containers but found them somewhat difficult to fill.

Cosywell Travel Containers : The Cosywell Containers are all the same shape in 10- and 20-milliliter capacities. We found the plastic and silicone jars easy to fill and well-designed, but they're more suited to thick liquids such as gels and creams.

What to Look For in Travel Toiletry Bottles

Durability is key when choosing travel toiletry bottles since containers that are easily punctured or cracked will result in a mess that’s at best inconvenient and at worst potentially expensive or upsetting depending on how much product is wasted and whether any other items in your carry-on are affected. Look for options made out of sturdy hard plastic or thick, flexible silicone, then check user reviews to get an idea of how the construction holds up under real-life travel conditions. If you’re planning an extreme adventure, technical options like the waterproof flat-pack bottles from Matador may be worth the extra expense.

Leakproofness

A bottle doesn’t have to break for leaks to occur—all it takes is a poorly constructed seal or lid. Look for bottles with a triple-layered leakproof cap and jars with a secure screw top. Pump bottles should come with a removable clip that prevents them from being deployed accidentally. Again, user reviews help check how efficient these measures are (it’s easy for a brand to advertise their product as leakproof, even if it’s not). Some brands, like Cadence, actually guarantee the efficacy of their leakproof design. Just in case, we always recommend storing toiletry bottles in a waterproof bag or Ziploc as a second line of defense. 

If you plan on packing your toiletry bottles in your carry-on bag, you must make sure that none of them exceed the TSA-approved limit of 3.4 ounces (100 milliliters). Some sets are made up of identical large bottles of around 3 ounces, giving you the maximum allowable capacity for each of your products. However, because all bottles must fit in a single quart-sized Ziploc bag, this limits the number of bottles to around four. 

If you have more products to pack, you may prefer a set that divides this capacity between a greater number of smaller bottles and containers—especially if you only require some of your liquids in very small quantities. The length of your trip will also dictate how big you need your bottles to be unless you only plan on using your carry-on liquids as a backup in case the full-size versions in your checked luggage get delayed. 

Toiletries can be stored in opaque, translucent, or transparent bottles of any color as long as each individual bottle does not exceed the maximum capacity limit. For carry-on bags, most authorities including TSA set that limit at 3.4 ounces. Liquids can be in their original container or decanted into any container of your choosing (even one that’s labeled incorrectly), as long as these size restrictions are adhered to. 

Most airport authorities—including TSA—rule that bottles containing liquids, aerosols, gels, creams, and pastes cannot exceed 3.4 ounces (100 milliliters) if you wish to pack them in your carry-on luggage . In addition, all of these bottles must fit inside a quart-sized Ziploc bag and be screened separately from the rest of your luggage at security. Containers that exceed this limit will not be permitted, even if the volume of the product inside is less than 3.4 ounces (for example, if you have a half-used bottle of conditioner). Note that these restrictions do not apply to checked luggage.

Although toiletry bottles don’t have to be labeled from a legal perspective, many people like to do so to ensure they don’t end up brushing their teeth with expensive moisturizer, or vice versa. Some travel bottles come with waterproof stickers, especially for this purpose, and you can also purchase them separately online. This is a better option than writing on a standard office label by hand since toiletry bottles frequently get wet and ink can run and cause staining or become illegible. Alternatively, a permanent marker applied directly to the bottle could be an option if you’re always going to use the same container for the same product.

Jessica Macdonald is a regular contributor of travel-related commerce articles. She has visited more than 50 countries across six continents and lived out of a backpack for several months on many occasions. As such, she knows firsthand the value of travel bottles that allow you to reach your destination without any spillages. Products featured in this article were chosen according to tests carried out by TripSavvy’s team of travel experts.

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Boots Stacking Travel Pots

• January 30, 2012 December 20, 2022
• Boots , Makeup Tips and Tricks , Makeup/ Accesories Storage

These clear Boots Stacking Travel Pots are ideal when you can’t do without your favourite products on the plane.  (Though I got them for a different purpose altogether 😀 )  Needless to say, I am still un boxing my England haul :preen: and I discovered a fantastic thing recently.

I found these last two stacking pots in Boots and I picked up both! The sole reason being that I needed such small containers for my broken lipsticks. I needed to fix them somehow (only the good shades, the Elle 18 ones needed to be thrown away instantly :smug: ).  All my pretty NYX shades always break when I apply them with all the zeal and fervour I have for lipsticks 😆 and they are so creamy, they have to melt and break all the time :struggle: and I have learnt my lesson and now I always use the NYX round lipsticks with a soft brush :haanji:

So, I found these very interesting pots and spray bottles in Boots and I immediately picked up two of these pots and one travel spray bottle to keep rose water handy or maybe plain water in my purse, especially for flights when you land up bloated (you bet, you should have seen how my face doubled in Manchester).

These pots will remind you of the Faces Stackable Eyeshadows and lip balms and glitter pots, very easy to use, so convenient where you get so many shades together.  Similarly, all my favourite lipsticks due to “usage break”  end up here in one of the stacks which makes them so usable and handy too considering I can use a lip brush for them.

I use my shattered eye shadows as suggested by Rati by pressing them into powder and then storing them into one of the stacks.  It gets so easy to use them and then I just pick them up in the brush, tap the brush in the pot itself and use it, simple :dance:

All broken eye shadows go in one pot if I want, but only the ones worthy of it, like one NYX, another mineral one from Autralis and one shadow I broke from the 88 palette.

The broken lipsticks go into the pot in one piece through a clean stick or whatever clean thing you can find to scrape the lipstick out of its tube.

I even mixed up two of them together 😀 (NYX Milan and Heather) into one pot and microwaved them for two minutes or so. Don’t let it boil for sure and monitor it and see it doesn’t change its texture at all. It should just melt and come out melted in an even layer or so. Let it cool down and use as usual with a lip brush.

You can even label what you put into each pot like I did because I have tonnes of NYX Round Lipsticks that I love to death and need to keep a track of the names lest I buy a similar shade :stars:

The only problem is that it just has one lid and unlike single lip balm pots, you can’t take it individually, so you just have to store it at home, but nevertheless, its a fantastic storage option and ideal for melting your broken lipsticks in.

Last Word on Boots Stacking Travel Pots:

Look for something similar for your broken makeup or get these, very handy indeed 😀

Boots Cucumber Facial Wash Boots Pretty Body Spray and Impulse Temptation Body Fragrance Boots 17 Nail Xtras Crackle Top Coat Boots Seawood Conditioner Boots Essentials Tinted Lip Salve Vs Strawberry Lip Salve Boots 17 Solo Eyeshadow Darkness Review, Swatches Boots Botanics Bathing Enlivening Body Polish Boots No7 Moisture Drench Lipstick (No 10,12 and 30) Boots Essentials LipSalve Collection Faces Cosmetics Travel Brush Kit Crabtree and Evelyn Rose Water Travel Kit How to Store Makeup for your Travel Bag 21 Travel Packing Tips MAC Painterly Paint Pot Coastal Scents Hot Pot American Rose HP-017 Coastal Scents Hot Pot S28 Chocolate Berry Bobbi Brown Cabo Coral Pot Rouge for Lips & Cheeks Lush Charity Pot Colorbar Lip Pot Photos, Swatches MAC Groundwork Paint Pot

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56 thoughts on “ boots stacking travel pots ”.

These are super and awesome to make such lipsticks :yes: Wish i could get something like these in chennai :((

shruthi il find n tell u 😀

very innovative Neha.. :jaiho: :jaiho:

shilpi 😀 thnks for liking

Hey Neha, Thats so nice.great idea. i must say. Shruti, Y not use the lotus lip balm cases when they are over. i have 2 of them guess i can do the same.. :yahoo: :yahoo:

:high5: :high5: :high5: :high5: :high5: i did that for one of my loreal lippy since i had spent 720 on that :yikes:

Great :yes: :yes: :yes: :yes:

aaliya thnks 😀

Ya tat s a grt idea :woot: :woot: the olny problem is they take ages to get over :methinks:

great idea :yes: :yes: :yes: .. i have 2-3 broken lipsticks..I will try this method for sure… :thanks: for bringing this up neha :star: :star: :star: …

yeah renji its a life saver 😀

What an idea Nehaji :jaiho: :jaiho: :jaiho: :jaiho:

shami :teddy: :teeth :puchhi:

nice one neha dr.. loved the mixed shade of heather and femme :woot:

femme nahi devi milan 😀 kannnada mey bht milenge :stars:

Great idea :yes: :yes: :yes:

:happydance: :happydance: :happydance:

Nehaaaa :jaiho: :jaiho: :jaiho:

:thanks: :dumb: :happydance: :happydance: :happydance: :happydance:

I want these stacks Neha…or something like this to store my broken lipsticks….great tip :yes: :yes: :yes: :yes: :yes: :yes:

:dance: :yahoo: :yahoo: :yahoo: :yahoo: han

Kewl Neha :yes: :yes:

TA :happydance: :happydance:

Thats such an awesome idea to store broken eyeshadows and lipsticks! I have tonnes of those and I need to get me some of these stackable pots!

Thanks for the review, Neha! :pompom: :pompom: :pompom: :pompom: :pompom: :pompom:

do it :yahoo: :yahoo: :yahoo:

:clap: :clap: :clap: :clap: Great idea Neha..

akshatha :clap: :yahoo:

:jiggy1: :jiggy1: :jiggy1: :jiggy1: :jiggy1: :jiggy1: :jiggy1: :jiggy1: :jiggy1: they are sooooo cool!!! :yes: :yes:

ckg :high5: :yahoo: :yahoo: :yahoo:

Neh, i have melted a few of my lipsticks too in lip pots 😀 :yes: :yes: :yes:

:pray: :pray: we are so brainy :silly: :silly: :silly: par mere lip balms khatam nahi hote isliye ye :stars: 😥

haan kyunki hamara Moon sign 1 hi hai 😀 we are scorpios… :yahoo: :yahoo: I have a diffrnt way thou, which i ll share in a few days 🙂 :victory2: :victory2:

Even my NYX lippies are lying broken, i desperately need something like this to transfer them… :methinks: :methinks:

han nyx toh nyx hi hai shivu 😀

mixing 2 nyx… the shade turned out to b gorgeous neha… :woot: :woot: nice revu :yahoo: :yahoo: .. u even photographed the microwave :toothygrin: :toothygrin:

han bhawanayo ko samjho :stars: :stars:

wat an idea sirji :yahoo: :yahoo:

haina :preen: :preen: :preen: :preen: :pigtail: :pigtail: :pigtail: :pompom: :pompom: :pompom: :pompom:

:jaiho: :jaiho: :jaiho: :jaiho:

They are so cute!! :teddy: I dunno what to put in them as of now but still i so want them!! :waaa:

i had similar post but not stacked and i ended up using my shampoo as facewash on a trip .. :silly: :silly: hehhehe but gud ideas .

:toothygrin: :toothygrin:

Nice review, Neha di! 🙂 These are so useful, I wish I could get something like this to store my broken eyeshadow and lipsticks.

Neha I think even faces have such stacks!! :yahoo: :yahoo: :yahoo: :yahoo: ANd I feel the NYX lipsticks look more delish in pots than in tubes :dumb: :dumb:

not faces .. i think new u may be :chewnails :chewnails

woowww.. i really have to learn time management from u Neha .. :yes:

they look even more attractive – like lakme liplove lip conditioners 😛 This is so innovative , cannot thank you enough for sharing the idea with us – esp the microwaving tip :yahoo:

neha this came for you in mail. 🙂

“Storing lipsticks in pots , was really very useful .I shall definetely try out. ” – Sirisha 🙂

:blush: :thanks: but mail :victory2: ???

nice tip neha O:) ..its really a wonderful idea O:)

tht ws simply brilliant!!! omg!! :woot: i have always mixed nailpolish colors to produce new colors….but lipsticks :drool: :thanks: :thanks: :thanks: even im crazy about nyx round lipsticks….tho i wish i dint have to buy em online. :sidefrown: but :thanks: again for the wonderful tip!!

M glad divya

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