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Nov 27, 2023

17 Best Makeup Organizers of 2023 (Tested & Reviewed 2023)

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Finally, a place to display my extensive brush collection.

The moment I upgraded my makeup storage from a beat-up, worn-out cosmetic bag to an acrylic makeup organizer, my life forever changed. Hey, no shade to my cosmetic bag, it lasted me a few good years, but wow, was it in need of retirement. Now when I do my makeup or skincare routine, I know where every product lives. My favorite gel eyeliners that I can never find? Check. Lip glosses I forgot I had? Yup. Every single one of my way too many tubs of moisturizer? Absolutely.

Seriously, these new makeup organizers make me wonder how I ever lived without them. They help keep my collection organized, make sure that every product is in the right place, and look really damn good on my makeup vanity too. And because I'm a beauty editor with an ever-expanding makeup and skincare collection, I personally tested each of these makeup organizers myself and rounded up the best. Here's a list of my top favorites:

✔️ FYI: We updated this article in January 2023 to give you the most up-to-date info on makeup organizers, including several we personally tested, and how to choose the best makeup organizer for yourself.

Now, instead of shoving all your makeup into old Diptyque candles like every other human on Instagram does, try out one of these 17 best makeup organizers below. You’ll never waste time looking for a product again, trust.

If you're in the market for a makeup organizer that can store everything, look no further than the Sorbus Cosmetic Display Case. The fact that this storage case can hold pretty much every bit of my makeup collection with ease earns it the award for the best overall makeup organizer on our list this year—all for the cost of a couple spicy margs.

THE REVIEW: "I love this organizer and I would highly recommend buying this product!" one tester writes. "It fit every bit of my makeup plus all my tools, brushes, sponges, etc.; the drawers are very spacious and the entire case is very well made and sturdy."

OK, I must admit, this is one of the greatest makeup organizers of all time. Not only is it perfect for every single day, but it's also pretty great for traveling. In addition to being chic, it is also extremely nifty: The Beis cosmetic case comes with storage for your brushes and other products, and a handy mirror you can remove for those last-minute touch-ups on the go.

THE REVIEW: "Obsessed!" one tester notes. "I had makeup, skincare, hair, and nail stuff scattered everywhere in random bags and shoe boxes. Now everything is in two of these cases! A win for organization, and when comes time to travel, you just zip up the essentials case and go!"

Maybe your vibe is more organic and earthy—you know, a spa-like aesthetic. If that sounds like you, this bamboo organizer is just what you need to declutter that makeup stash of yours. Complete with two tiers, this organizer will display all your skincare and makeup products with ease.

THE REVIEW: "I ordered this to help me organize my bathroom counter," one tester notes. "The unit is attractive, sturdy, and comes with everything you need to put it together. It holds a surprising amount of items, and seems like it will really last!"

If you're like me and love to take your entire makeup collection with you wherever you go (lol), you need this makeup organizer. With two large zip-up compartments, it’ll be able to fit your entire routine. Plus, the case is sturdy but still lightweight, making it perfect for traveling.

THE REVIEW: "This vanity case is perfection," one tester notes. "There is way more space than I expected, so I’m able to fit everything I need in it with space to spare in my suitcase. I need all the space I can get since I’m a chronic over-packer. Great size and helps keep everything organized."

If you want to get a little fancy with your makeup organizer, look no further than this rotating tower. It not only spins, which is way cool, but it's also a great use of space and gives you access to your makeup from all sides. Plus, the tiers have a great distance between them, which is perfect for fitting all your different-sized products. This is one of my absolute favorite makeup organizers, truly because the quality of Etoile is unmatched, and I'll know it'll last me forever.

THE REVIEW: "I love, love, love this organizer!" one reviewer notes. "I can honestly say it's made a huge difference to our bathroom. Having this organizer has meant there aren't a million things crowded by the sink and everything is easy to store and find—especially with the lazy susan feature."

Need something to house your makeup, skincare, and hair products that is both portable and provides a ton of storage? Enter: This Acrylic 3-Tier Rolling Cart that hovers around two-and-a-half feet. Throw your whole beauty arsenal into this baby and don't worry about it looking bulky and out of place—the acrylic design is super sleek so it won't look like it's taking up a ton of space.

THE REVIEW: "This cart was easy to put together, and the trays are thick and have a nice depth to them," one tester notes. "This cart is well made, not flimsy at all, it's very pleasing to the eye, and it's tall enough."

Palettes can be hard to keep organized, especially when they differ in size so much (exhibit A: this Morphe palette vs. this Nars palette). But don't stress, this makeup organizer has you covered. It's basically a filing cabinet for your eyeshadow palettes—there are nine individual tiered spaces that are made to house your larger palettes in the back and your smaller ones in the front.

THE REVIEW: "I have two of these; I bought them for my excess of eyeshadow palettes, and they work beautifully!" one reviewer writes. "They hold plenty and keep them front and center, so I don't neglect my babies! It's nice having them in one place, staring at me as I get ready!"

I looove to put my fragrances on display—they’re just so pretty and luxe—and this is the best makeup organizer for that. The stadium-style organizer allows you to see all the bottles clearly, won't take up too much space, and will make you seem way fancier than you actually are.

THE REVIEW: "Sturdy and well made!" one tester writes. "It's currently on top of my dresser and holds all my perfume. It doesn't look cheap, I love the rose gold on the sides."

Sure, you could messily store your makeup brushes in a cup...or you could keep them organized in this makeup organizer. It's great for keeping brushes of all different shapes and sizes organized, and it doubles as a drying rack (because you should be washing your brushes regularly!!).

THE REVIEW: "This makeup brush drying rack is not flimsy at all," one tester writes. "It's very well made and very sturdy. I'm glad I finally have something to hold my brushes up so they can properly air dry rather than lay them flat to dry."

Don't be alarmed by the size of this makeup bag, trust me when I say you can fit a sh*t ton of stuff inside of it. Thanks to the super flexible fabric, this baby stretches to fit every last bit of my daily makeup essentials. Plus, inside the bag, you get an air mesh brush pouch, another square mesh pouch, three elastic loops, and a mesh pocket. But the best part? The fabric is hand washable.

THE REVIEW: "Such a great toiletry bag." one tester notes. "It's so roomy, cleans easily, and I absolutely love the removable bags. Best travel bag ever!"

My issue with makeup bags is that once you throw all your products in, it can be damn near impossible to find what you're looking for without dumping everything out. That's why this clear cosmetic case by the Daily Edited is absolutely genius. Plus, you can customize it with your initials—super chic.

THE REVIEW: "I absolutely love how I can find exactly what I'm looking for—no need to dump everything out when I'm looking for that one eyeliner!" one tester writes.

Got a ton of extra products just laying around and want somewhere to just throw them in, while also keeping them lookin' clean and organized? Get yourself these Stackable Pull-Out Drawers that are perfect for all your extra goodies.

THE REVIEW: Hi, I, Siena Gagliano—beauty contributor here at Cosmo—own these pull-out drawers, and as someone with a million and one products, I'm able to house all those extra products that don't have a space—my counter looks instantly cleaner.

The round shapes of your compact powders and blushes used to be hard to find a home for...until now. This handy little makeup organizer comes with eight storage placements for blush, powders, and highlighters—basically anything in a compact.

THE REVIEW: "This does the job of separating my compact makeup and making it easy to grab what you want," one tester writes. "For the price $7, it's not bad, organizes, and will last awhile."

I used to keep all my nail polishes in a bag. Then, one night when I was trying to find my favorite polish that was stuck somewhere at the bottom, the entire bag fell over...it was a messy disaster, to say the least. I’ve avoided any spills since, thanks to this makeup organizer. This acrylic case holds up to 40 bottles (!!) and makes your nail polishes way easier to reach.

THE REVIEW: "This acrylic polish organizer is PERFECT!" one reviewer notes. "I ended up purchasing two—they fit nicely on top of the half shelf in my closet, and I can see all the colors at a glance, making finding the one I'm looking for a breeze."

I mean, how cute would this lipstick makeup organizer look on your vanity!? It's super inexpensive and has space for 40 lipsticks, perfect for anyone obsessed with having a bunch of different lip colors to choose from.

THE REVIEW: "I've been trying to get my makeup a little more organized instead of a mess, so I picked this up since I have a deep love of lipstick of many colors and types," one tester writes. "I found it works well for cream, liquid, and pencil-type lipsticks, and it's doing exactly what I need it to."

Consisting of two handmade leather makeup bags, this set by Cuyana is made to last. Pop all of your larger-sized toiletries in the big one, and your smaller makeup products in the other. This set is perfect for those little weekend getaways where you want to take only your essentials.

THE REVIEW: "My friend owns this set of makeup bags and she absolutely loves them," writes one tester. "She takes them on little trips and keeps the small one in her work bag to house essentials she may need throughout the day."

Because of their shape and size, eyeliners can be really freaking hard to keep organized. Instead of tearing apart your makeup bag to find that one liquid eyeliner you love, keep them all handy and easy to find in this pretty makeup organizer. There are 26 slots, giving you enough room to add your lip liners in too.

THE REVIEW: "I purchased three of these and they are well worth the money!" one reviewer writes. "They're sturdy, durable, and hold pencils tall and short without messing with the stability. I'm not sure how I was functioning without them."

First things first: Figure out what type of makeup you have, and what kind of containers they're in. Many m akeup organizers have different styles of storage spaces for different types of makeup. If you have a particular product that you seem to have a lot of (i.e., palettes, compact cases, etc.), consider buying an organizer that's designed to store your specific product.

It's also important to consider your lifestyle. If you're someone who is on-the-go, or who travels frequently, you may opt to keep your stuff in a transportable makeup bag. Or if you're the type of person who has a ton of products, and wants every one of them on display, an acrylic organizer with a ton of compartments may work best.

If you're anything like me, storage and counter space run on the low end. That's why it's super important to consider how much space your makeup organizer will be taking up. My favorite trick if you're low on space? Get yourself a lazy susan organizer, or a narrow one that's tall and has a bunch of compartments.

Siena Gagliano is a contributing beauty editor at Cosmopolitan and has three years of experience writing about beauty, fashion, and lifestyle news. She's an expert at researching and writing beauty stories, like the best tubing mascaras and the greatest cream blushes on the market. She regularly tests and analyzes makeup organizers for efficacy, while also reading reviews and listening to feedback from other testers.

Ama Kwarteng was the associate beauty editor at Cosmopolitan for nearly three years, and has years of experience writing about beauty, fashion, and entertainment across print and digital, including lip glosses and makeup removers. Her makeup organizer picks were based on product reviews, ratings, and testing them herself.

Siena Gagliano is the associate editor at Cosmopolitan , where she primarily covers beauty in the makeup, skin, and hair spaces, as well as some fashion and lifestyle. Wanna know how to get the best brows of your life? Gotchu. What about how to achieve ridiculously glowing skin, a super bouncy blowout, or exactly how to use that viral face mask? Check, check, and check. Before joining Cosmopolitan, Siena was a writer at Bustle and several other media outlets. As NYC's newest resident, she has vowed to find the best (extra) dirty martini this city has to offer—and yes, that means ~attempting~ to try every cute cocktail spot in the city (hit her up with some recs, pls). Follow Siena on Instagram where you'll see that her account is mostly dedicated to pics of her cute dog and that magazine life.

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