Cosmetic cases: types, best brands and selection rules
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The profession of a make-up artist is often accompanied by field trips. At the same time, it is necessary not only to deliver cosmetics to the destination in integrity, but also not to waste time searching for the necessary items during work. Cases help to put thousands of little things in their places, they do an excellent job with the systematic storage and transportation of cosmetics.
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Peculiarities
Cosmetic cases are called beauty cases, which in English means “beauty suitcase”. Indeed, some cases can compete with suitcases in their volume. But since the choice of such products is large, you can choose something more compact, for example, the size of a handbag.
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Cases are needed for professionals - hairdressers, make-up artists... They are rarely purchased for personal use. But sometimes they end up in the houses of ordinary fashionistas who love cleanliness and want to streamline their cosmetics. In addition, in the case you can hide from prying eyes, for example, an anti-cellulite agent or cream "who is over 50".
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Cases represent containers in the form of bags, briefcases, suitcases, boxes or boxes with handles. Some models are made up of a set of two items, for example, a suitcase on casters and a small bag, united by one carrying handle.
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Inside the cases are not just roomy, they contain a variety of pull-out and pull-out drawers, pockets, handy sections for small items, tube and brush clips. All this is arranged in the form of a multi-tiered system, which allows you to have free access to each item. It is difficult to imagine the work of a makeup artist without such an assistant.
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In addition, a stylish and expensive product will raise the image of a specialist in the eyes of the client.
Species overview
Different people need cosmetic cases - professionals, novice specialists and ordinary users - all those who enthusiastically follow their appearance. They are used at home and during travel and business trips. Cases solve different problems, therefore they are produced in a large assortment. They differ in size, shape, appearance and interior, not to mention design, color and price.
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According to their size, they can be divided into three groups.
- Mini case contains a small amount of cosmetics, it is convenient to take it on the road, provided that you do not need professional makeup.
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- Medium cases They can be boxes with handles or bags that look compact on the outside, but if you open them and slide out all the sections, the cosmetics will appear like a cornucopia, and it will be enough to apply professional makeup. The weight of such products together with the content is already perceptible, but it is optimal for field work.
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- Large cases can look like one large bag with many compartments inside. But more often their appearance resembles a suitcase on wheels. It can be rolled on the surface, which means it can be taken on the road if there is serious work to be done with the use of a large amount of cosmetics. It is convenient to work with large cases in stationary conditions.
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Usually, experienced makeup artists have several cases for solving different problems: for working in the studio or on the road, for quick makeup or complex makeup.
Beauty case
This is a small suitcase bag by which it is easy to recognize a stylist, make-up artist, beautician. Today, ordinary women who are fond of cosmetics have also appreciated this comfortable product. The compact case can contain a large number of makeup items, which means that all of them can be stored in one place, and if necessary, you can take them with you on a trip.
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Case in the form of a bag
Outwardly, such a case for cosmetics can resemble an ordinary ladies' purse with a lock. Some cases look like a travel model or a thermal bag. The contents of such products cannot be called ordinary any more, a lot of specific compartments and devices allow you to complete cosmetics in the best way. Products can be soft and hard, often supplemented with a second handle, with which they can be worn on the shoulder.
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Organizer
This is a small, rigid tabletop container made of plastic or clear acrylic. It has enough compartments to tidy up your cosmetic items. The organizer can look like a mini dresser with an open top shelf or a swivel stand with many compartments. It often resembles a stationery set.
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Box-case for storing cosmetics
Looks like box with very convenient inner contents... Opening, it moves apart to the sides, increasing the usable area and making every item inside easily accessible. The carrying case is equipped with a handle for easy transportation. The stationary product resembles a chest of drawers.
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Hard case
These models do not change shape, even if you press them down hard, which has the best effect on the safety of the contents, especially in road conditions. The hardness of the case is obtained due to the material of its manufacture. It can be aluminum, acrylic, or durable plastic. The sizes of such a product are very different, from a small case with a handle to a suitcase on casters.
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Transformer cases
Amazing products that look like a regular suitcase on the road, but fold out into a well-equipped workplace on site. It has long, stable legs, the table top is the compartments with cosmetics, raised on one plane. This design contains a make-up mirror with 6 side lamps for illumination.
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There are other types of transformers, for example, collapsible suitcase... At its destination, it is disassembled into sections, each of which contains a themed makeup set. The content of the maxi-case is huge, but well-organized, which simplifies the work of the makeup artist, allowing him to find the necessary element of cosmetics in a matter of minutes.
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Materials (edit)
Now you can buy a case for every taste - it can be a stylish fabric product or durable metal, unusual acrylic. Let's take a closer look at what materials the cases are made of.
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Plastic
Durable plastic is used in the production of cases. Products are produced in different sizes, shapes and purposes. You can buy a small case for quick makeup application or get a voluminous stationary chest of drawers with drawers. Suitcases and travel bags for cosmetics are made of plastic. The advantages of this material are in light weight, bright colors, functionality, impact resistance and loyal value.
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The disadvantages include the poor quality of some types of plastic, which release toxins, smell bad and quickly ignite.
Aluminum
Aluminum cases also have a low weight, although they are inferior in this regard to plastic. Such models are acquired by professional stylists, since they are more durable and durable, and do not lose their presentable appearance for many years. Beautiful metal products with rounded corners look compact, but have a variety of internal content. They are endowed a large number of sections and boxesthat are easy to move and rearrange in a rigid container.
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Textile
These are the lightest models of cases, they are good during transport, they are easy to wash. But the lack of proper rigidity makes it difficult to use the contents, in addition, the material is not durable, it may require repair and cleaning.
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Wood
Such cases weigh a lot, they are difficult to carry, so they are used only in salons. They perfectly support retro, Provence, shabby chic, country and other styles that require the presence of natural wood.
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The cases are environmentally friendly, they look beautiful and rich.
Acrylic
The most unusual cases are made from this material. They have a rigid, but completely transparent design, through which an abundance of multi-colored cosmetics attracts the eye. The clever arrangement of the sections streamlines the cosmetic products, and this makes the case even more attractive. The transparency of the walls goes well with the silvery metal, which is often used to decorate the corners and handle of the product.
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On magnets
Miniature magnetic cases fit easily into a purse. They have a magnetic base on which cosmetics can be attached only in metal containers. - shadows or products in iron tubes. A mirror is usually attached to the inside of the lid of such a case.
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Actual colors and decor
Stylists and makeup artists are people of a creative profession, it is not easy to please their tastes. Therefore, case companies use a large number of design developments for their models.
Travel cases have non-marking colors - gray, blue, brown. For a home cosmetic bag, women often choose bright shades or products stylized for the interior. Miniature models are skillfully decorated with rhinestones, embossing, printed logos.
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Here are some examples of design solutions.
- A classic, no-frills case in a muted pink that looks expensive and stylish.
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- Leather ladies handbag in cherry color and rounded shape. Easy to carry, holds a small amount of cosmetics.
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- Case for those who love golden shine.
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- Transparent products are great for showcasing your makeup arsenal.
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- For travel lovers, a case has been created with the corresponding image.
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Brands
Cases of famous brands are not cheap, but professionals choose them because they are beautiful, durable and support the image of the master.
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MAC
Famous American brand. Unfortunately, it is not easy to find her products in our stores. MAC releases cases high quality, with a comfortable handle and a combination lock. But they are more suitable for lovers of cosmetics, while for professionals, their volume may seem insufficient.
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Zuca
This firm specializes in making suitcases and large travel bags for makeup artists. They use plastic and aluminum in their production, but preference is given to dense fabrics with impregnation, which allows you to retain moisture... This approach lightens the weight of the product itself as much as possible, leaving a reserve for the load from cosmetics.
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"L'Etoile" Train Case XL
Cosmetologists love to use the cases of this brand. They are made of aluminum, equipped with reliable latches and locks, have a sliding system, and are equipped with a large number of sections. Includes long shoulder carry handle.
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How to choose?
In order for the case to serve for a long time and look presentable, you should pay attention to the branded models. Further, the choice of the model will depend on the tasks set.
- Professionals, outreach workers will choose medium sized cases with comfortable grips and plenty of compartments.
- For stationary service large items will do in the studio. They will help to collect all the working material in one place.
- For home use you can choose a model stylized for the interior.
- As road amateur option small handbags with a well-thought-out package will do.
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Cosmetic cases are compact, beautiful and indispensable for travel. They are designed so that each item is in its place in them and does not deform during transportation.
For information on how to choose a case for a makeup artist, see the next video.