Bellroy Toiletry Kit Review Introduction

Bellroy -  again. What can I say? I like companies making understated, useful travel products that just happen to have some of the best material choices out there. Don’t just take my word for it - you can see a detailed outline here on their site.

So, yes, Bellroy makes loads of bags. And wallets. But they also make a huge amount of cases and pouches. I’ve been using their tech cases (Bellroy Venture Pouch Review) for years (as well as their wallets, but that’s another story and you can read about some of those accessories in my Best Bellroy Accessories list I wrote a while back). One such case is actually a set - the toiletry kit. Bellroy makes their toiletry case in 2 different sizes so you can be your authentic personal grooming self. They make a standard size and a larger size. Today I’ll be reviewing the standard size.

This is my review of the Bellroy toiletry kit - standard size. In terms of use, I’ve been using this for over a month’s worth of travels with a few domestic trips around the US and a trip to London for a few days. I got to know my way around its ins and outs.

For full transparency - I did reach out to Bellroy to see if they had any review units available and they were nice enough to send one my way. That said, this is not a sponsored review article and I received no money from Bellroy to write this. I do use affiliate links to help keep the site running, but those are of course at no additional cost to you. Thanks for stopping by!

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The Wandering Loadout

So I typically don’t go wild with my toiletries which you may have been able to guess. But I do have a big beard and that requires a little extra loving in terms of product. Also, since I’m a hotel adult at this stage, I never worry about shampoo and conditioner for non-long term travel. Lastly, I carry a Sonicare toothbrush so no brush here. Here’s what I fill it with:

Matador toothpaste holder (Small in this case, but could be the large sometimes) in the magnetic flap area

Little Seed Farm deodorant cream (unscented travel packets)

Little seed farm deodorant cream (charcoal full size jar, sometimes)

Mitchum Clinical Antiperspirant (for stronger needs, like conferences/business meetings or really long travel days, not for daily use)

Seiki Nail Clippers

Silicone bottle with face wash 

Repurposed lip gloss container for: beard conditioner

Travel size glass jar of hair product (Lodestar Grooming, incredible stuff)

Often toss in some lip balm like Burt’s or similar, maybe an SPF version

A few Stallmates Wipes

The Good

Sorry if I’m a broken record with Bellroy but I always have to give a shout to their fabrics. It’s kind of their thing and they charge a premium for that, so frankly it better deserve praising. But, it does. Great fabrics with premium feels on this. Particularly their mesh inside. I’m not sure what kind of Gelfling essence they make this out of, but it’s possibly the best feeling mesh out there.  (Just kidding, no Gelflings were harmed in the making of this product or article). I also really like how they use multiple fabric types per color. This holds true across their product line.

Next up is practicality which is kind of the most important factor. They often make simple pouches, but with nice little design cues sprinkled around. Loops outside, common yes but also useful. Inside however - the water resistant fabric for easy cleaning and the magnetic flap are really great touches that aren’t gimmicky either. These are nice and practical in use.

The shape is important in this case. The wide bottom is not only good for standing it up next to the sink, but it also provides flexibility. Toiletry bags can’t predict all the shapes and sizes of things we need to carry, so a kit that provides a flexible canvas is a smart move. Instead of making you stuff conform too the kit, if that makes sense. The flexibility of the wide bottom allows for those wider jars (within limits, be reasonable here), a full size deodorant, or even a beard trimmer would fit here with mostly no issues. And if you’re building up and not horizontally, this doesn’t really change the bulk of the bag because this wide base is built into the design. Smart.

This size is going to be a Goldilocks for a lot of people, I think.

Let’s give it up for the burnt orange. I just love burnt orange travel accessories. It’s good for wanting a little more splash or if you’re a Longhorns fan. No one? Ok, splash then. (I’m not, by the way).