The beauty bag edit: Inside the bags of India’s coolest creatives

A beauty-bag edit packed with sunscreen, scents and little beauty treats you didn’t know you needed. From everyday essentials to instant mood-boosters, these are the products worth making room for in your bag—and yes, you’ll probably want to add them all to cart.

John Dominic Rai, content creator 

Two blushes, two lip products, and a skincare routine that puts most of us to shame. John’s bag is the edit we didn’t know we needed—and the one we’re absolutely taking notes from.

 

Hasleen Kaur, model, actor

The frequent flyer who has her on-the-go skincare routine down to a science. From a hydrating mist that survives every climate to a Korean blush she wears three ways—Hasleen’s bag is equal parts practical and polished.

 

 

Shaleen Khergamwala, content creator

Two lip balms, zero apologies. Shaleen’s bag is self-care in compact form—a mist for bad skin days, a Jo Malone spritz for instant mood lifts, and proof that looking after yourself doesn’t have to be complicated.

Sumaya Dalmia, nutritionist

The ultimate light packer with a no-nonsense edit. Sumaya’s bag skips the excess and keeps it real: Sunglasses, a trusty kajal, and AirPods because a workout without music simply doesn’t count.

Sheena Rathi, entrepreneur

Clean, classic, and unapologetically luxe. Sheena’s five essentials say everything about her—SPF under makeup, a signature scent, and a hand cream to keep dryness at bay.

Nikita Gupta, entrepreneur

Green tea sachets, a jewellery piece for last-minute outfit saves, and a card that’s always ready for a spontaneous splurge. Nikita’s bag is casual, considered, and complete with all her essentials.

This article originally appeared in Cosmopolitan India's July-August 2026 print issue.

Image credit: The Brands 

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