10 Makeup Pouch Essentials That You Need And Will Actually Use

By Wei Yin on 14 Aug 2020

Digital Editor

Ever experienced having a full face of makeup on but then start seeing your foundation cake up or mascara smudge around your eyes throughout the day?

That's when your makeup pouch comes in! We have compiled a list of practical essentials every girl should include in her makeup pouch to stay looking fabulous all day.

Read on to find out more!

#1 Compact mirror

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A compact mirror is a must-have so you won't have to head to the washroom to use the mirror there whenever you need to reapply your lipstick. Get a small one so that it fits into any makeup pouch or bag easily.

#2 Makeup puff/mini sponge

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The quickest way to fix your foundation is to use a makeup puff or sponge to touch up. Bringing your usual foundation brush or beauty sponge out isn't practical as they take up a lot of space but you can always find mini versions of them.

#3 Mini concealer

Photo from Tarte Cosmetics

As foundations typically come in big, full-sized bottles, bringing them out would mean taking up space in your makeup pouch or bag. However, many brands have mini versions of their concealers which you can purchase to touch up on areas that have smudged when you are out.

#4 Lip balm

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Lip balms are another must-have in your makeup pouch especially if you have dry lips! Most lipsticks tend to dry out our lips so it's good to have a lip balm to moisturise your lips before reapplying lipstick.

#5 The lipstick you are wearing for the day

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If you have a collection of different lipsticks and don't usually stick to one, you might forget to bring that lipstick you have chosen to wear on that day out. So, when you are done applying, drop it straight into your makeup pouch to avoid the chances of forgetting to bring it out.

#6 Makeup wipes

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Mascara smudges can be hard to remove so it's important to bring makeup wipes out with you! We prefer wipes compared to liquid makeup removers as they are light and easy to use. Take a few pieces out from the packaging and store them in a Ziplock bag to bring it out with you so you can fold and save space in your makeup pouch or bag.

#7 Oil blotting sheets

Photo from Fenty Beauty

If you have oily skin and don't have enough space in your makeup pouch or bag to bring a setting powder out with you, the next best thing to help remove that shine is oil blotting sheets. Oil blotting sheets are thin and light so they won't add any weight to your bag!

#8 Anti-blister stick

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An anti-blister stick isn't makeup-related but will save you from a lot of pain! Grimacing whenever you take a step in your new shoes isn't a cute look so get an anti-blister stick that reduces rubbing and will prevent blisters from forming in return.

#9 Bobby pins

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These small little pins are way more useful than you think! They help to keep hair in place and can even save you from a wardrobe malfunction. If a button on your outfit pops when you are out, at least you can use the bobby pin to keep your clothes together before you resolve the problem.

#10 Facial mist

Photo from Glossier

Bring a facial mist out with you to hydrate your skin and cool it down at the same time, especially while living in Singapore's humid weather. Sometimes when your skin is too dry, no amount of touch-ups will save it from looking cakey. So, spritz some facial mist onto your face before touching up.