Every bag tells a story. Tucked between the daily essentials and well-loved keepsakes are the small things that quietly shape a person’s routine, priorities, and personality. Mine, for example, alternates between a compact shoulder bag on weekends and a roomy tote for work, carrying the usual, boring suspects: a wallet, keys, compact powder, and a rotation of lipsticks and glosses. 

TikTok star Darshen’s everyday carry-on, however, reflects a life that’s constantly on the move. Known for his striking voice, larger-than-life personality, and love for F-beauty, the former flight attendant now travels the world creating content, with his trusty tote always by his side. In an exclusive interview with Allure Philippines, Darshen gave us a look inside his comically spacious bag, revealing a surprisingly relatable collection of essentials, despite his jet-setting lifestyle.

Read on to find out what Darshen keeps in his bag no matter where he goes. 

Cushion foundation

Touching up is always a must, and that’s why Darshen carries a cushion foundation in his bag. “Because you never know when somebody wants to take a photo, so I’m always ready for the camera,” he says. Funnily enough, he even pulls out three TirTir Mask Fit Red Cushions from his bag. The reason? He’s afraid of just running out of it. 

“You can see just how obsessed I am with this,” he exclaims. And you know what? Valid. 

Adhesive bandages

As a self-proclaimed accident-prone person, Darshen never runs out of adhesive bandages in any of his totes. Whether he’s getting lost in a mall somewhere, trying out some new food, or, God forbid, a nature hike, he’s always ready for a mishap. 

“So it’s maybe 270 days since our last accident,” he shares. “We can clap for that!” 

Face masks

As a popular personality online, Darshen appreciates any sliver of privacy. Plus, safety first never hurts anyone, so having tons of face masks in his bag just makes sense. 

“People start coughing on the flight for some reason when it’s landing; I don’t know why,” he exclaims. “I’m just afraid to fall sick in that sense.” 

Stain removal pens

Another must-have for accident-prone people like Darshen: he keeps several stain removal pens in his bag wherever he goes. “These are a lifesaver, you know,” he says, as a confessed messy person, holding up two from his bag. 

“You never know when you eat, for example, sinigang, and they splash all over you, and then you’re like ‘oops!’, so you just dab it, and it disappears!” 

Tea bags

Darshen is a tea addict; as such, having his favorite tea bags isn’t much of a surprise. His brand of choice? Singaporean luxury tea brand TWG. 

Lip gloss

It’s not a secret that Darshen absolutely loves Filipino beauty, and the first brand he absolutely fell head over heels for is Sunnies Face. So, it makes sense that he has one of their products in his bag –the Lip Glaze in Tiramisu. 

“I love this color because it’s brown, and I love things that are just nude colors,” he shares. “I don’t want to be nude, but I love my face looking nude. That’s just my vibe.” 

Nasal inhaler

If there’s one thing you’ll find in plenty of Filipinos’ bags these days, it’s a trusty nasal inhaler, and Darshen’s no exception. Originally from Thailand, a nasal inhaler is a traditional aromatherapy tool that helps relieve nasal congestion and dizziness. Darshen carries it around almost everywhere, and most especially on nature hikes. 

“When somebody says, ‘Oh, we’re going on a nature hike,’ I’m like, ‘Oh please Lord, please,’ and I just have this around because I don’t want to smell nature.”

Practical, yet still undeniably Darshen

Looking inside someone’s bag is, in many ways, like getting a glimpse into their everyday life and personality. For Darshen, that means being camera-ready at a moment’s notice, prepared for life’s little adventures and mishaps, and never far from the comforts that make constant travel feel a little more like home. 

It may be a comically sized tote, but every item inside has earned its place.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • Darshen carries TirTir Mask Fit Red Cushion foundation, Sunnies Face Lip Glaze in Tiramisu, and a Thai nasal inhaler alongside travel staples like adhesive bandages, stain removal pens, face masks, and TWG tea bags — a mix built for constant travel and content creation.

  • Darshen keeps multiple TirTir Mask Fit Red Cushions on hand because he’s afraid of running out mid-trip. As a content creator who’s frequently photographed, he prioritizes always being camera-ready, regardless of where he’s traveling.

  • Darshen carries Sunnies Face’s Lip Glaze in Tiramisu, a brown-toned nude shade. He has cited Sunnies Face as the first Filipino beauty brand he became devoted to, reflecting his broader interest in F-beauty products.

  • The nasal inhaler, a traditional Thai aromatherapy tool, helps relieve nasal congestion and dizziness. Darshen carries it especially on nature hikes and flights, where he’s more exposed to strong smells and illness from other travelers.

  • Yes. Darshen previously worked as a flight attendant before becoming a full-time TikTok content creator known for his voice and personality. His travel-honed habits, like packing face masks and bandages, still shape what he carries today.

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