By CG Staff

Whether you're packing for a weekend getaway or toting around a makeup bag daily, makeup minis lighten your load so you won't have to carry around a giant satchel. Not that we're against giant satchels, but we know you need some room for your laptop, keys, planner, and everything else a college girl carries to class.

Not only are makeup minis small, but they also usually come in at least a few colors, which is great for experimenting with different colors without having to pay for a full size item.



Sephora by OPI Glee Collection Mini Kit - $24
This set of mini nail polishes is must have if you're a Gleek who loves doing her nails. We got a kick out of their color names: Miss Bossy Pants (raspberry), Slushied (opaque, bright blue), Celibacy Club (sparkly silver), Gleek Out (glittery lime), Sue v. Shue (dark navy), Express Yourself to Yourself (coral shimmer.)

Stila Travel Palette in Adventurous in Aspen - $10
Winter is winding down, but you can still look like you just got off the slopes. This palette's blush will give you a pink, rosy glow and the pigmented eyeshadows will show off your eyes in white (for the inner corners of your eyes), gold, rich blue, and black for a sultry shadow.

Dior Best in Show Mini Mascara Duo - $18
Dior's mascaras almost have a cult following; some people swear by them. With the original DiorShow mascara and DiorShow Black Out, you'll get to try out each and see how your lashes go from natural to dramatic.

Lipstick Queen Lip Gloss Set in Fifteen Minutes of Fame - $28
Lipstick Queen's Fifteen Minutes of Fame now comes in a mini set. From an apricot hue to an almost purple gloss, this set will have you covered for a range of lip gloss colors.

NARS Fashion Icon Set - $78
If you're looking for a makeup mini splurge, the NARS Fashion Icon Set has a full set of peachy pink minis perfect for a dewy spring look. The box contains their famous blush in "Orgasm" and "Super Orgasm," a light pink lip gloss, lip and cheek stain, and a peachy nail polish to primp your nails for spring.