Packing for a trip, whether it’s a long European vacation or a quick overnight stay, always includes one essential item for me: a makeup bag. Even for beach trips where minimal makeup is planned, it’s a just-in-case item. Yet, despite its necessity, finding the perfect makeup bag has always been a challenge.
The typical cosmetic case is often just a large, empty pouch. It becomes a dumping ground where all my makeup products get tossed in together. This leads to frustrating pre-glam sessions spent rummaging through the bag, wasting precious time just to find what I need. The disorganization also creates a higher risk of spills and leaks ruining my entire makeup collection during transit. Arriving at my destination often means emptying the entire bag onto the bathroom counter just to locate a single item. This chaotic routine was my normal travel experience – a real pain point – until I found the Parallelle makeup bag. This bag is a true game changer for travel; it has revolutionized how organized, secure, and accessible my makeup products are on the go. I’ve finally discovered a cosmetic case that I genuinely love.
The most remarkable feature of the Parallelle makeup bag is its innovative foldable design. Once unzipped, each side of the bag can be laid flat. This unique feature instantly allows you to see your entire makeup collection at a glance. The design is specifically engineered to keep each product upright and secure, making identification effortless and drastically minimizing the chance of spills.
Beyond its foldable functionality, the abundance of pockets is another feature I adore. I use the medium-sized case, known as The Carry-On, which boasts an impressive array of organizational features: 16 wall pockets, 4 elastic mesh pouches, and 3 adjustable compartments. The slender wall pockets are perfectly sized for items like makeup brushes, mascara, eyeliner, lip liners, and lipsticks. The elastic mesh pouches are ideal for holding loose powder products such as blush, bronzer, and pressed powder. The adjustable compartments are designed to accommodate larger items and containers, like foundation bottles, makeup remover, and setting spray. There is truly a designated space for everything – and I mean every single item in my makeup kit.
Discover the best makeup travel bag for organized cosmetics: The Parallelle Carry-On, unfolded to reveal multiple pockets and compartments for easy access and spill-proof travel.
Parallelle The Carry-On makeup bag
My initial experience using the Parallelle makeup bag was on a four-day girls’ getaway to Montauk. I carefully placed all my essential makeup items into their designated pockets and compartments, zipped up the bag, and placed it in my weekender bag. Despite a four-hour car ride in a tightly packed vehicle, I was amazed to find that all my products remained perfectly secure upon arrival. There were no spills, no leaks, and everything was exactly where I had placed it. When it was time to get ready for our first dinner, the relief of not having to empty my makeup bag onto the bathroom counter was immense. Instead, I simply retrieved each product from its designated spot as needed and effortlessly returned it after use. After experiencing the ease and organization this bag provided on just this one trip, I am convinced I will never travel with any other makeup bag again. The meticulously designed Parallelle makeup bag truly keeps my beauty essentials organized, visible, and makes applying makeup while traveling easier and more enjoyable than ever before.
