It’s crucial to keep your makeup safe and sound when you’re gearing up for a move or jet-setting around. Nobody wants to open their bag to find a powdery disaster or a leaky mess—especially when it means losing your go-to beauty products.
We’ve put together some foolproof tips for packing your cosmetics, whether you’re relocating or traveling. These tips will ensure everything arrives just as beautiful as when you packed it.
Quick Tips Overview
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Essentials for Cosmetic Packing
Here’s your checklist for cosmetic packing success:
- A sturdy, lined makeup bag or train case
- Quart-size zip-lock bags
- Bubble wrap or packing paper
- Packing tape
- Plastic wrap
- A compact moving box
Mastering Makeup Packing
Essentials On-The-Go
If your daily makeup routine is non-negotiable, make sure to keep your must-haves close by during your travels. Organize your items into a makeup bag, separating liquids to prevent any spills.
Opting for travel-sized products or ones that multitask (think: lipstick that doubles as blush) can save precious space. If travel-sized versions of your favorites aren’t available, decanting a bit into smaller containers works wonders. Essentials like eyeliner, lipstick, and mascara can easily be packed as is—just double-check those caps are tight.
Remember, for flights, all your liquid cosmetics need to be 3.4 ounces or less and fit into a single quart-sized bag for carry-on. Larger items can go in checked luggage, but there are limits, especially on aerosols.
Aerosols and Flammables
While it’s generally fine to fly with items like hairspray or nail polish (within size restrictions), moving companies often have strict rules against transporting them. When moving with Illuminated Moving, a full service moving company in Asheville, NC, you’ll need to keep these items with you.
Leak Prevention
Keep liquid cosmetics like foundations or nail polishes in zip-lock bags to avoid leaks. For an extra layer of security, place a piece of plastic wrap under the cap before sealing.
Protecting Powders and Brushes
Delicate items like powdered makeup benefit from an extra cushion of cotton pads or tissues before you snap the lid shut. To keep brushes and applicators clean and safe, store them in a holder or wrap them up. Protecting the bristles is key, so consider brush caps or a makeshift cardboard roll.
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Wrapping Fragile Items
Individually wrap fragile items like glass bottles or palettes with bubble wrap or packing paper, securing them with tape. Place these in a small box surrounded by packing materials, and fill any gaps with soft items before sealing.
Mind the Temperature
Some cosmetics are temperature-sensitive, so keep them close if they need to stay cool or warm. Seasonal changes might affect them if left in a moving truck or hold.
Move with Confidence with Illuminated Moving
Planning a big move? Illuminated Moving, your full-service moving company in Asheville, NC, is here to streamline the process. We offer a DIY moving experience where you pack, and we handle the driving. Click Here to get in touch for a free quote and make your move worry-free.
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