The Best Toiletry Bags For Mess-Free Storage And Travel (2024)

It may not be the most exhilarating purchase, but we think that the humble toiletry bag may just be one of the most underrated bags of all—whether you’re a member of the Wanderlust club and hardly step foot on home soil, or you don’t need a vacation because you live the life you love already (go you!).

Call it a cosmetics case, dopp kit, wash bag—or whatever you will—but it could mean the difference between a leaky, clothes-ruined disaster or an arrival that is elegant and poised.

As for design…

Well, it’s not the most important thing. But personally, we’d rather have a trendy toiletry bag that we’re proud to display rather than one that constantly needs to be stowed away when you hear the doorbell ring.

Where to find such a functional and fashionable essential?

Kiss your zip-lock bags goodbye—Our carefully curated list of the best women’s toiletry bags has one for every personality and preference. (We also curated a list of the best dopp kits for men).

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16 best toiletry bags for women

Beis The Hanging: Overall best toiletry bag for women

If we had to own just one toiletry bag, we’d find it impossible to choose between a hanging bag and a box bag. Which is why we’re obsessed with this one by Beis. Owned by actress Shay Mitchell, the cult-favorite brand has a notable Instagram following—and one that it consistently lives up to with its chic, sleek travel accessories.

As our best toiletry bag for women, the Beis Hanging Cosmetic Case is case (sorry we had to) in point. Featuring a hidden hanger, the stylish boxy silhouette plays double duty as a hanging toiletry bag. While the water-resistant finish protects our cashmere sweaters and slip dresses from accidental travel spills (read: shampoo explosions.)

Regardless of how you position it, the compartmentalized travel case is ultra-organized, with transparent (skim-friendly) pockets, as well as a TSA-compliant clear pouch for gliding through airport security. We use ours for shorter and longer trips and we’re always hugely impressed.

Gucci Jumbo: Best luxury toiletry bag for women

If you’re looking for a designer toiletry bag to luxe up your travel collection, the Gucci Jumbo toiletry case promises to make any average bathroom feel like a five-star hotel. Made in Italy from the brand’s signature monogrammed canvas, the cylinder silhouette oozes sophistication and class. But it’s not just a pretty case. The Gucci toiletry bag is also highly functional.

The spacious interior features four stretch pockets, perfect for small essentials such as hair ties and lipsticks. The nylon lining is water-resistant and easy to wipe down. The zippers are incredibly strong and robust And we appreciate the grab handle when we’re carrying the Gucci Jumbo to the bathroom or hauling it out of a tightly packed backpack.

Herschel Chapter: Best value toiletry bag for ladies

At Luxe Digital, we’re only interested in quality brands that are designed to last longer. And while we’re usually prepared to pay more for luxury purchases, every now and then we come across an affordable gem, such as this toiletry bag by Herschel.

The first thing we tested were the zippers (as these are usually the first to go) and were pleasantly surprised at how they held up—even when being tugged and pulled in a child-like manner. We also assessed the brand’s water resistance and are pleased to report that the toiletry bag is impenetrable.

When it comes to organization and usability, the Herschel Chapter toiletry bag has plenty of pockets on the inside, as well as slips to store your watches and bracelets while you’re in the shower on the outside.

Cuyana Travel Case: Best leather toiletry bag set for women

After testing most of Cuyana’s best-selling products, we’re unapologetically biased towards the sustainable, minimalist brand. But that also means that we have impossibly high standards for the label.

Handcrafted in Argentina from sustainable sourced leather, the set of two bags—a small and large—exudes sophistication. And the design is both timeless and practical with impressively strong zippers (coming from the overpackers themselves).

While the leather lining is easy to wipe down, it should be noted that these cases aren’t entirely waterproof.

When it comes to price, the Cuyana toiletry bag set is on the higher end, but the quality and design definitely justify the cost. Especially since it plays double duty as one of our favorite clutches when not carrying your beauty regime.

Away Travel: Best large toiletry bag for women

If you’re anything like us and you’re constantly trying to squeeze just one more serum into an already overstuffed toiletry bag, the Away Large is an absolute game-changer. With a thoughtful design that’s quintessential of Away, the classically styled toiletry bag opens wide, so you can quickly access whatever you need, avoiding awkward fumbles.

It’s palatial in size. The super-organized interior has three main compartments—one for your liquids, one for your dental hygiene kit and one for your razors and hair accessories.

As one of the most functional dopp kits, the large toiletry bag is made from sustainable, water resistant nylon. And like most products sold by Away, it’s incredibly durable with a lifeline seemingly longer than our own.

Besides transforming our own travel experiences, the Away Large toiletry bag is also a great gift for almost any woman. Especially if you make most of the brand’s sentimental personalization options.

Bellroy: Best compact women’s toiletry bag

One of the worst toiletry mishaps is to arrive at your destination to find a toothbrush covered in shampoo. That’s just one of the reasons that we’re obsessed with this cute toiletry bag by Bellroy. The brand has thought of everything—from a magnetic closure toothbrush slip to its carry-on compliant compact size.

Inside the Bellroy toiletry bag, you’ll find a surprisingly spacious, water-resistant interior that easily wipes clean, as well as side pockets for smaller essentials. The addition of grab loops means that you can balance it on one finger while carrying a change of clothes. And we appreciate that the use of recycled materials aligns with the brand’s overall environmentally conscious choices.

Calpak Kaya: Best clear women’s toiletry travel bag

We can see clearly now. As much as we love a fashionable toiletry bag in standout hues, we have to admit that a clear toiletry bag is usually the most convenient choice. Particularly this one by Calpak. While it’s not a hanging toiletry bag per se, the clam shell opening and grab handles mean that you can hang it on your towel hook to save space. And two separate, water-resistant zipped compartments mean that if one of your liquids explodes, your toothbrush and razors remain untouched.

As one of our best toiletry bags for carry-on, the clear PVC exterior is also TSA compliant (no ziplock bags for you). And while the spacious medium interior is perfect for most occasions, the Calpak Kaya travel case also comes in a small and medium for shorter or longer trips.

Nomatic 2.0: Best women’s toiletry bag for outdoors

As one of the best toiletry bags for camping and other outdoor excursions, the Nomatic 2.0 is unbelievably light and durable. The waterproof materials are totally impenetrable, regardless of weather conditions. And no matter how you treat them (we tugged and pulled), the robust zippers and seams always hold up.

Additionally, the lightweight silhouette takes up very little space in a backpack. And the hidden hanging hook means that you can conveniently hang it up in your tent or cabin to save space.

Which size to choose? When you’re hiking or camping, you usually don’t require your full collection of serums, moisturizers and makeup, in which case we prefer the smaller size. However, if you’re not one to leave anything behind regardless of your destination, the Nomatic Toiletry Bag 2.0 also comes in a larger size.

BAGSMART: Best hanging toiletry bag for women

While we’re all for prioritizing skincare, an extensive beauty regime comes with its travel challenges. Taking up space in your suitcase and Airbnb bathroom, it usually means leaving something else behind. Unless, you’re packing the BagSmart toiletry bag, in which case, you’re sorted.

As one of the most popular women’s toiletry bags on Amazon, we were intrigued to see if the affordable accessory lived up to the hype. And it delivered in spades.

With four main water-resistant compartments and ample pockets (interior and exterior), the fold-up silhouette is unbelievably organized and big enough for all the bathroom essentials (and non-essentials). While the hanging toiletry bag simultaneously maximizes bathroom space.

We love the BagSmart toiletry bag so much that we use it at home, as well as for longer trips. It’s also affordable enough to invest in two if you’d prefer to keep one for storage and one for travel.

Horizn Studios Kōenji: Best one compartment toiletry bag for women

If you’re packing fewer bigger things, like shampoos and moisturizers, a one-compartment toiletry bag can actually be more useful. As our best one-compartment toiletry bag, the Horizn Studios Kōenji Wash Bag illustrates why.

With ample room for larger bottles and hairbrushes, the water-resistant interior is incredibly spacious for its size. While the single zipped side slip is the perfect size for a toothbrush or hair ties.

The Horizn Studios wash bag is also ridiculously durable. Made from ballistic nylon, we use ours all the time, and it’s yet to show any signs of wear or tear. Plus, it comes in eco-friendly packaging and ships carbon neutrally.

Peak Design: Best women’s toiletry bag with compartments

If you know us, you’ll know how much we harp on about organized travel accessories. And so it should come as no surprise that we’re totally biased towards this one by Peak Design.

As our best travel toiletry bag for organized getaways, the wash bag has two main compartments with multiple space-saving, origami-style pockets, all of which are water-resistant and thoughtfully placed.

While it doesn’t look like much from a glance, we were seriously impressed by just how much could fit inside the toiletry bag. And the accordion-shaped silhouette remained steadfast and upright even when full.

Our one complaint is that the seams aren’t quite as strong as we expected, but seeing that the Peak Design wash bag is covered by the brand’s lifetime warranty, we’re willing to overlook it.

Lululemon: Best roll up trendy toiletry bag for women

We all know and love Lululemon for its cult-favorite collection of quality activewear. Which is why we were so excited to get our hands on the brand’s trendy toiletry bag.

How did it perform? Well, it’s not perfect—it’s not as easy to clean and doesn’t have grab handles—but it’s still a standout as our best roll-up toiletry bag for women. The sleek design is compact and maximizes space. While the three water-resistant compartments are all you need to organize the essentials.

We also love that the Lululemon Travel Toiletry Kit is made from recycled materials. And while it’s engineered with meticulous attention to detail, the quality accessory doesn’t cost the earth.

Cuyana Beauty Case: Best stylish toiletry bag for make-up

As one of our favorite brands for casual and business casual essentials, Cuyana consistently impresses us with its knack for turning everyday essentials into cult-favorite classics. Living up to its burgeoning reputation, the Cuyana makeup bag kit embodies everything we love about the brand.

Made from premium Italian leather that is also responsibly sourced and tanned, the elegant silhouette is designed to add a sophisticated edge to your bathroom counter, while considering the planet in the process. The plush microsuede interior is effortless to wipe down. And we particularly love that there is a designated place for every type of brush and bottle—including a removable pouch that can slip into your handbag.

That being said, Cuyana’s Beauty Case isn’t the most affordable option, but it’s a lifetime purchase that you’ll only ever applaud the more you use it.

Nuori: Best women’s toiletry bag for home and away

Usually, we’d get a larger, more structured toiletry bag for home and a more travel-friendly version for getaways. However, this Nuori two-piece set fulfills both functions.

As one of our best dopp kits for women, the larger vegan leather has ample space for your capsule beauty regime, including carefully placed elastic bands for brushes. While the smaller skincare travel bag is more compact and carry-on friendly. It’s also completely clear and TSA-compliant so you can glide through airport security without worrying about ziplock bags.

When it comes to aesthetics, this Nuori two-piece set is a masterclass in modern minimalism. And while it’s designed to organize your skincare, beauty and dental products, it simultaneously acts as a decor item on any bathroom countertop. For us, that’s a noteworthy bonus, especially because we keep ours displayed year-round.

Dagne Dover The Hunter: Best lightweight toiletry bag for women

Weighing only 0.3 pounds, the Dagne Dover Hunter Toiletry Bag has a barely-there appeal. It easily fits into carry-on luggage without taking up much of your airline weight limitations. And while the silhouette is structured enough to stand on its own, it’s also flexible enough to squeeze into an overstuffed backpack when not fully packed.

As one of our best dopp kits for women, the neoprene toiletry bag features a removable mesh pouch as well as elasticated slips and sleeves for various brushes and bottles. It should be noted that the neoprene exterior isn’t 100% impenetrable, but it’s water resistant enough to deter liquid spills from infiltrating your suitcase.

When it comes to size, we opted for the small Hunter Toiletry Bag. And while some women may find it insufficient, we love the compact, lightweight silhouette for everyday gym missions, overnight hikes and other shorter trips. However, if you’d prefer to fit in more, the toiletry bag also comes in large.

Bonus—Aesop: Best pre-stocked toiletry set

Ok, so this one isn’t exactly a toiletry bag, but we think Aesop’s flight-ready travel sets are too good not to share? Our current favorite? The four-piece Arrival set. Featuring a mini (50ml) shampoo, conditioner, cleanser and body balm, it’s exactly what you need to kickstart your vacation with fragrant, natural ingredients.

Aesop’s travel-sized essentials are guaranteed to fit into your designer toiletry bag—which we’ll assume you’ve already picked off our list. And we love the clean, minimalist aesthetic perched on any bathroom countertop. It may seem like a small detail, but these decadent staples really are an elixir for any weary, jet–lagged traveler.

Buyer’s guide to choosing the right toiletry bag

While a new toiletry may seem like a relatively straightforward purchase, there is actually quite a bit to consider if you want to find exactly what you need:

Intended use

First consider how often you intend to use your toiletry bag and what for: on the move or home storage?

On the move

If you intend to travel with your toiletry bag—be it longer vacations or everyday gym excursions—you’ll want to look for wash bags that are lighter and maximize space.

It can also be helpful to think about the type of travel you usually do. If it’s outdoor adventures, you’ll want a wash bag that is water-resistant and compact—after all you likely won’t bag an extensive beauty regime to go camping. On the other hand, if you’re traveling for business or a wedding, you’ll want a bag that fits all the everyday grooming essentials.

Another important factor is how you intend to transport your toiletry bag. If it’s in a carry-on, a compact transparent, TSA-compliant bag is incredibly useful. And if it’s in a check-in bag, you’ll likely want to prioritize something larger.

Home: everyday storage

Even if we have shelves and cupboards in our bathrooms at home, most of us prefer to store our cosmetics and skin care products in toiletry bags. If this is what you’re looking for, we recommend a stylish, spacious, structured silhouette that plays double duty as a decor piece on your countertop.

Compartments and contents

Of course, different toiletry bags are designed to accommodate different contents, so in order to choose the right one, you need to have an idea of what you’re packing inside it.

If it’s make-up, you’ll want a toiletry bag that has elastic rings for various bottles and brushes. If it’s liquids, water-resistant compartments are essential. If it’s a couple of bigger items, a spacious one-compartment version may be best. And if it’s a bit of everything, look for one with plenty of pockets for many different categories (medicines, electronics, hair products, brushes, skincare, etc).

You also know how much you intend to fit inside. If your uncompromising beauty regime is pretty extensive, you’ll want a bag that fits every serum and cleanser. However, if you’re a light-packer with many adventures planned, a lightweight, compact version is likely better suited to your lifestyle.

Design

The question is: flat, hanging or a hybrid?

Flat, boxy toiletry bags are easier to transport from mirror to mirror as needed and are often better for storage. However, a hanging wash bag is great for maximizing bathroom space and is often lighter to pack.

If you can’t choose between the two, a hybrid version gives us the best of both worlds. Just make sure that it’s structured enough to stand on its own and is flexible enough to hang flush against a wall or door.

Things we specifically looked for

While all our favorites are made differently, here’s what we prioritized when picking out the best toiletry bags for women:

1. Easy to clean: a toiletry bag should always be easy to wipe down and bonus points if it’s also machine washable.
2. Strong zips: as zips are often the first thing to go, we tugged and pulled to ensure this wasn’t the case.
3. Size and capacity: even if it’s a smaller toiletry bag, it should still maximize its capacity.
4. Organizational features: we paid attention to how many compartments and pockets each bag had, as well as how strategically they are placed.
5. Portability and hanging capability: If it’s a travel toiletry bag, it should have grab handles or a hanging hook.
6. Water resistance: water resistance compartments are super important if you intend to carry liquids.

Frequently asked questions about toiletry bags for women