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    26 Tiny Beauty Products That'll Do Big Jobs (And Fit In Your Bag, Too)

    Bigger isn't always better!

    1. These crystal nail files, so you can fix snags and chips on the go. Because they have a fine grit, they'll give you ultra smooth results. And reviewers love that they don't pull or tug at cuticles, and say they last a lot longer than old school emery boards.

    2. This hair lotion that'll work to protect your hair strands, speed up drying time, and make your mane a lot more manageable. The plethora of natural oils and butters works magic on medium to thick hair, making it softer, less frizzy, and helping to repair damage from over-processing.

    The tube of hair lotion on a simple background with a single flower

    3. This hair removing tool that'll help eliminate unwanted fuzz with minimum ouch. Reviewers are obsessed with how gentle it is on sensitive skin, and say it doesn't cause annoying ingrown hairs. And it's even effective on ultra-short growth, which means you don't need to wait before trimming again.

    A person using the tool to remove hair from their upper lip

    4. These cute beauty sponges that'll help give your foundation a flawless, airbrushed finish. The fine pore size won't suck up a ton of product, either, so you can use it for creams and powders alike. Reviewers love the pointed tip, too!

    5. And a protective silicone case that'll keep your sponge from getting yucky in your bag. It has a vented lid that'll help stop it from getting mouldy or stinky, which is awesome if you have sensitive or acne-prone skin.

    6. An mattifying facial roller that will help give your skin a velvety matte finish in seconds. The secret is the volcanic stone that actually sucks up all the oils on your skin's surface while you roll it over your face. And reviewers love that it's an environmentally-friendly alternative to classic blotting sheets!

    A person rolls the facial roller over their face, leaving it looking smooth and oil-free

    7. This 2-in-1 mascara and primer that'll give you the lifted voluminous lashes of your dreams. The tapered brush makes it easy to reach those teeny-tiny lashes without jabbing yourself in the eye, and reviewers say it stays put all day long with not a flake in sight. What more could you ask for?

    A close up of the mascara bristles with other makeup in the background

    8. A sunscreen face stick that'll protect your complexion from harmful UV rays, and not make your bag a sticky mess in the process. The solid formula makes application a breeze — glide it on like you would a deodorant, and go!

    A child holds the sunscreen stick in their hand as if ready to apply

    9. This Mario Badescu facial spray that's graced just about every blogger's, beauty editor's, and influencer's pages at least once. This stand-out product does it all, which is why it's so wildly popular — use it to set your makeup, give your skin a quick dose of hydration, or refresh a tired face after a long day.

    A bottle of the facial spray rests on some tulle and ribbon

    10. A quick-drying hair towel, so you can go ahead and dunk your head in the water during your next beach day. This lightweight wrap will also help reduce frizz and breakage, so your mane always looks its best. There's even a nifty button closure, so you can wear it while changing at the pool, or just when you're getting ready in the morning.

    11. These bamboo cotton swabs that'll do all the work of a regular cotton swab, but without the plastic and chemicals. Bamboo is also naturally anti-bacterial, and it won't splinter if one of them accidentally snaps in your bag.

    A glass container filled with bamboo cotton buds next to some succulents

    12. A compact hair dryer that'll pack easily into your bag for impromptu sleepovers. It may look small, but this baby is mighty! Reviewers say it's super quiet, ultra lightweight, and holds its own against other, high-end versions at a fraction of the cost.

    The hair dryer folded up and arranged in an open suitcase

    13. Some collagen-infused lip masks that will give your smoocher a boost of softness and hydration. The hyper-concentrated formula of collagen and glycerin is great for plumping and moisturizing, and also helps to make your lips more resistant to environmental factors (like dry air conditioning).

    A person holding the lip mask up

    14. These hair coils that are way hardier than ordinary elastics, won't leave bumps in your hair, and look cute as heck on your wrist. And once they get a little stretched out, just drop them in hot water and watch them shrink right back to their original size.

    A hand holding several of the clear, coiled hair ties

    15. A pocket-sized bottle of dry shampoo that'll give you some pretty major results. Having this little gem in my bag has saved me from many bad hair days, especially when it's hot and sticky out! It's great for a refresh after a workout, or to ~zhuzh~ up some hat hair, too.

    16. This perfectly slanted eyeliner brush that'll help you retouch smudged liner when the summer heat has done its worst. The short synthetic bristles are stiff enough to give you a sharp edge — even in those tight, hard-to-reach corners! And reviewers say the hairs don't shed after a few washes, so you won't have to go out and get a new one any time soon.

    17. This shielding hand lotion that'll protect your mitts from harsh weather, soaps, irritants, and conditions like eczema and psoriasis. The hypoallergenic formula clings to skin for up to 12 hours without feeling greasy — it's like wearing a super-conditioning pair of gloves!

    A person holds up a bottle of the lotion with towels in the background

    18. This hydrating rosewater mist that'll not only help set your makeup and give your skin a boost of moisture, but will also just feel frickin' awesome, and TBH, sometimes that's enough. This baby has absolutely zero synthetic ingredients — you can even use a spritz to help tame flyaways!

    19. This compact mirror with a built-in light, so you can make touch-ups anywhere — even in the back of a dark Uber. The dual-sided mirror features a 10x zoom, which reviewers say is super helpful when you're trying to tweeze errant brow hairs.

    20. This eyelash-separating comb, so your lashes can look fluttery and clump free. The contoured shape is designed to curve around your eye and get right to the root of your lashes. Detangling and removing excess product has never been easier!

    21. These de-puffing 24K gold eye patches that'll give your tender under-eye area the TLC it really needs (and often doesn't get). Unlike other eye masks, this one targets the area all the way around your eyes, so tired peepers look refreshed and rejuvenated, even if you're feeling anything but.

    A person holds a pack of two patches with expertly manicured fingers

    22. These silicone scrubbies that'll help you get your face squeaky clean, while also gently exfoliating and getting rid of product build-up like nobody's business. These flexible little pads are covered in tiny silicone bristles, and they have a helpful handle on the back so it won't slip out of your hand when you're all lathered up.

    23. This mini steam iron that'll work just as effectively as its full-size counterpart — without taking up all the space. This baby heats up in just 15 seconds, which is awesome if you're halfway out the door and realize that your shirt is unforgivably wrinkly.

    24. This anti-chafe stick that'll help protect your skin from rubbing and irritation. This allergen-free miracle will make things like blisters and raw, red skin a problem of the past. Just swipe it on wherever you need and get on with your day. As someone who gets blisters basically every time I put on a shoe, I suspect this'll be a blessing.

    25. A tube of this bestselling concealer, because no one needs to know that you stayed up all night watching Netflix. Reviewers say it never looks crepe-y, cake-y, or crumbly, and gives amazing coverage, too!

    26. And lastly, these microdart pimple patches that'll deliver pimple-fighting ingredients right to the heart of the problem. Thanks to the dissolving little darts, the patches are able to attack pimples when they're still living beneath the skin — which means fewer visible breakouts on your skin, and less dryness and redness on your complexion.

    A close up of the pimple patch to show the microdarts

    You with all your dope-ass products in your bag:

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