A makeup bag is a bag used to carry cosmetics such as mascara, lip gloss, pressed powder, eyebrow pencil, sunscreen, and blotting paper. It can be categorized by function into multi-functional professional makeup bags, simple travel makeup bags, and small home makeup bags. Makeup bags are also categorized by material: nylon makeup bags, cotton makeup bags, PVC makeup bags, and PU makeup bags.
The purpose of a makeup bag is for convenient touch-ups when out and about. It typically contains lipstick, lip gloss, pressed powder/cushion powder, foundation, mascara, eyeliner, eyebrow pencil/powder, blush, and hydrating mist (spray cosmetics). Items like eyeshadow and brushes should be kept at home to avoid making the bag too heavy and to ensure sufficient space.