Battle of the Kikay Kits

As you read this, I am on a plane to Tokyo. The place is probably the greatest love of my young life so far and I am eager to continue the romance where we left off last November! Flowery words. I hope there are still some cherry blossoms in the parks, because they're the main reason I planned this trip. I doubt I'll see more than a few wilted ones this late, but I don't mind - there's always next year!

Sooooo anyway I thought I'd share with you my favorite ever kikay kits. These pouches are with me when I travel because they're stylish, roomy but compact, and are specifically designed to fit makeup. Here they are and why I love them!

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This Ellana Cosmetic Bag (P213) is my top pick because it's perfect. It fits a full face of makeup while still keeping the boxy shape, plus it has lots of compartments for the OC organizer in you. I brought this with me to Tokyo last autumn, and in recent months it has also double-timed as a pencil case. Haha. Stocks are already super limited though so better hurry if you want it. ;)

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Next up, the new pouch from Happy Skin! I got this from their summer launch event, but you can actually purchase this for only P499 at Plains & Prints. If you don't want to buy it it's a GWP for every P3,500 Happy Skin purchase at Rustan's and Beauty Bar.

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Anyhoo this is great for keeping skincare (in a ziplock of course) and makeup in one kit. It also has a boxy shape so it's easier to fit in a suitcase, although it's not something you'd want to put in your hand/shoulder bag on a regular basis. That is unless you like bringing a lot of stuff wherever you go.

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Oooh this is a cute one from Benefit Cosmetics. I'm not sure about the availability of this particular pouch, but it is most likely a GWP. Best to ask your favorite Benefit counter! I brought this with me to El Nido to store my hair care and skincare. It's ultra light and slim, and has a pocket inside. 

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I got this gorgeous Pond's case last year in an event so I doubt they sell this. Sorry! Thought it'd still be worth showing off though, as it's the only kit I have that has a full mirror! So handy when I need to apply quite a bit of makeup outside. It's rather bulky but I brought it with me to Hong Kong anyway.

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Last but not the least, this pouch from Rustan's. It's simple but I love that I can immediately see what's inside! It's also great for keeping skincare, shampoo, and other liquids since it's plastic. I got this a couple of years back but I'm sure Rustan's has some variation of this available in their stores. Check Essences branches!

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So there you go. Who do you think is the winning Kikay Kit in this round? :P Also, where did you get your cosmetics bag and why do you love it?

Liz Lanuzo

Founder & Editor-in-Chief

I eat makeup for breakfast, lunch, dinner, and dessert.

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