cosmetic case

noun

: a small piece of luggage especially for cosmetics

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The early 2000’s brought us high-shine lip gloss, and in the (er, many) years since, those goopy tubes have evolved into some of the best lip oils your cosmetic case has ever seen. —

Alanna Martine Kilkeary, Glamour, 17 Dec. 2024 Updated August 5, 2024: This article was updated with new makeup bag selections, including TikTok-viral makeup bags, beauty pouches, and makeup organizer bags, as well as tips on selecting the right cosmetic case for your needs. —

Olivia Cigliano, WWD, 5 Aug. 2024 The classic cosmetic case is usually a large empty pouch, no pockets in sight, where all my many products get dumped inside. —

Meaghan Kenny, Condé Nast Traveler, 31 July 2024 Snag this cosmetic case for makeup connoisseurs, or grab this belt bag for moms with small children who need to be hands free. —

Lauren Taylor, Southern Living, 2 May 2024 See all Example Sentences for cosmetic case

Word History

First Known Use

1948, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of cosmetic case was in 1948

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“Cosmetic case.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/cosmetic%20case. Accessed 30 Dec. 2024.

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