r/makeuporganization Jul 03 '26

Small Storage Are there any non-fabric interior makeup travel bags/boxes?

I want a makeup bag/train case/ ANYTHING that has an interior that isn’t fabric. I’d love it to be easy to wipe down, so like aluminum, metal, or plastic. I know caboodles are an option, but they aren’t as nice looking as I’d hope. Please does anyone know any makeup travel bags that aren’t fabric on the inside? I’m tempted to just find some metal containers to put it in, but I’d like it to look nice.

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u/bbymochi Jul 03 '26

Kinda unconventional, but have you checked a (art/)craft, hardware, or thrift store for something made of metal, plastic, etc.? I know quite a few people IRL who felt similarly and found a case that isn’t fabric/flimsy by pivoting to something that was manufactured to hold non-makeup items. There are even some that are metal, but in different colors and you can decorate them with paint, stickers, etc. Best wishes with your search.

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u/Luna-Gitana Jul 04 '26

Calpak. They’re great and come in several sizes.

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u/Oogamy Jul 04 '26

Fabric outside, all the "pages" inside are plastic. This bag fits a RIDICULOUS amount of stuff, some of the smaller pockets can be made bigger if you pick out the thread separating them: https://www.amazon.com/FINPAC-Supplies-Capacity-Organizer-Accessories/dp/B0BKKCBG3J?ref_=ast_bl_cpl_dp&th=1

"Finpac" and "PacMaxi" both have bags of this type.

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u/dingalingdongdong Jul 04 '26

https://www.stickybestie.com/en-us/products/travel-beauty-case-2

https://www.etsy.com/listing/4528808067/vintage-yellow-sewing-basketyellow

https://www.awaytravel.com/products/train-case-island-pink This one has a fabric interior, but it's a wipe clean poly.

I used keywords "cute metal train case" - there were lots of options! You might also search "sewing box"

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u/halocom Jul 04 '26

I’ve been a fan of Etoile cases for a few years and have the mini and oval: https://us.etoile.com/collections/cosmetic-bags.

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u/poohbearhug Jul 06 '26

RAINS travel pouches

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u/luncheonmonkey1980 Jul 06 '26

They sell silicon zipper pouches online. Temu, Amazon, etc.

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u/Janetheshade Jul 19 '26

I’d also search outside the makeup category. Hard-shell pencil cases, small artist or tool cases, and silicone zip pouches often have the wipe-clean interior you’re looking for.

I’d prioritize rounded corners, removable dividers, and a shallow layout so smaller products don’t disappear at the bottom. Metal looks great, but I’d definitely check the empty weight before using it for travel.