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DermaVeen® is gentle and soothing on the skin
My skin feels nourished and hydrated
DermaVeen® felt like it was helping to repair my skin
DermaVeen® is great for the whole family
I would recommend DermaVeen® to other mums
Mums review DermaVeen® :
4.63 out of 5 based on 654 reviews.

We are thrilled to announce the DermaVeen® product review …

Because as mums, we’re always looking for new ways to keep our skin clean and soft.

In the DermaVeen® review, we’ll be sending selected mums a bottle of DermaVeen® Daily Nourish Moisturising Lotion and DermaVeen® Extra Gentle Soap Free Wash to trial and review in their very own homes.

DermaVeen® Daily Nourish Moisturising Lotion

DermaVeen_Daily_Nourish_Moisturising_LotionDermaVeen® Daily Nourish Moisturising Lotion seals in moisture, leaving skin smooth, supple & healthy.

DermaVeen® Daily Nourish Moisturising Lotion has a triple moisturising effect in a light lotion formula that’s easily absorbed. The product includes natural colloidal oatmeal to effectively calm, protect and hydrate, and is hypoallergenic & free of lanolin (wool wax derived from sheep wool), parabens (preservatives), artificial dyes (or colours), fragrances & alcohol.

 

DermaVeen® Extra Gentle Soap Free Wash

DermaVeen_Extra_gentle_soap_free_washDermaVeen® Extra Gentle Soap Free Wash is specifically for extra dry skin or skin prone to skin conditions. It is soap free to help maintain the skin’s natural oils, leaving skin comfortably soft and smooth.

DermaVeen® Extra Gentle Soap Free Wash helps to protect & soothe extra dry, itchy & sensitive skin, is pH-balanced to encourage optimal skin function and features natural oatmeal to gently cleanse & soothe skin irritation. The product is also free of sulphates – SLS or SLES (foaming agents), lanolin (wool wax derived from sheep wool), parabens (preservatives), artificial dyes (or colours), fragrances & alcohol.

Where to buy DermaVeen® products …

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DermaVeen® Daily Nourish Moisturising Lotion and DermaVeen® Extra Gentle Soap Free Wash are available from Coles and leading pharmacy and grocery stores.

Click here find out more about DermaVeen® products. 

Would you like to take part in the DermaVeen® product review?

In the DermaVeen® product review, selected mums will be asked to replace their normal body wash and moisturiser with DermaVeen® Extra Gentle Soap Free Wash and DermaVeen® Daily Nourish Moisturising Lotion, and post their ratings and reviews on this page.

Applications to participate in the DermaVeen® product review have now closed. If you missed out this time, don’t be discouraged. There’ll be lots of opportunities for you to take part in a product review in the future. If you’re not a member, join Mouths of Mums here to receive invitations to participate in future reviews. 


Published 4th September 2015


  • all rounder cream!

    I used Dermaveen on my kids when they were babies for the bath and moisturising. The product is great for any rash or skin irritations. I still use on them whenever they have any dryness or rashes. It also help me with my Sirius, on my knees and elbows. I love it! Great for the whole family as a body wash and a mosituriser. Doesn’t irritate any of our families skin it only refreshes and re hydrates which is all you could ask for in a product!

    DermaVeen® is gentle and soothing on the skin
    My skin feels nourished and hydrated
    DermaVeen® felt like it was helping to repair my skin
    DermaVeen® is great for the whole family
    I would recommend DermaVeen® to other mums


  • Moisturising Lotion works brilliantly

    The moisturiser did a brilliant job at repairing sun and pregnancy damage to my skin. With continued use my skin looks healthy and feels quite soft. My skin has never felt better. This product also has a pleasant soft smell which doesn’t overpower anything else you put on. Highly recommend this range of products to absolutely everybody for continued everyday use.

    DermaVeen® is gentle and soothing on the skin
    My skin feels nourished and hydrated
    DermaVeen® felt like it was helping to repair my skin
    DermaVeen® is great for the whole family
    I would recommend DermaVeen® to other mums


  • bar far..best one !

    Dermaveen is my hot favourite now. I’m so glad that I have now got back my soft and supple skin..thanks to dermaveen wash and lotion. I dedicatedly apply dermaveen lotion 3 times a day, and wash once a day. Lotion is thick yet easily absorbable by the skin. My dry skin breathes nature because of this lotion now. I can feel the difference straight away just by looking at my skin…touch is surely surely fabulous. High five for the wowww dermaveen products. great for my skin !

    DermaVeen® is gentle and soothing on the skin
    My skin feels nourished and hydrated
    DermaVeen® felt like it was helping to repair my skin
    DermaVeen® is great for the whole family
    I would recommend DermaVeen® to other mums


  • Fantastic products...

    Dermaveen has proved to be a fantastic genuine brand. I love both the products… the wash and the lotion. Great for sensitive skin. Fabulous for soothing eczema. Lovely for the babies also. I’m a sure new fan now. Infact I’ve kept a little bottle and refill it with dermaveen lotion all the time. It goes with me wherever I go. love this product. HUbby loves it..baby loves it…I love it !

    DermaVeen® is gentle and soothing on the skin
    My skin feels nourished and hydrated
    DermaVeen® felt like it was helping to repair my skin
    DermaVeen® is great for the whole family
    I would recommend DermaVeen® to other mums


  • Great for sensitive skin.

    Both myself and my son get eczema. We both tried the DermaVeen Extra Gentle Soap Free Wash and we loved it. It was very gentle on our skin. We the used the Daily Nourish Moisturising Lotion after our bath and found our skin to feel soft for days afterwards. We will definitely be purchasing this again.

    DermaVeen® is gentle and soothing on the skin
    My skin feels nourished and hydrated
    DermaVeen® felt like it was helping to repair my skin
    DermaVeen® is great for the whole family
    I would recommend DermaVeen® to other mums


  • hubby's take !

    My hubby is so so so so haapy with both extra gentlw body wash and nourishing lotion. He’s got eczema but dermaveens both the products proved so fantastic that he now sticks to it..loves it so much…. fantastic superb….must buy….. gorgeous and his fv now. Must buy for all eczema ppl…love this !

    DermaVeen® is gentle and soothing on the skin
    My skin feels nourished and hydrated
    DermaVeen® felt like it was helping to repair my skin
    DermaVeen® is great for the whole family
    I would recommend DermaVeen® to other mums


  • Awesome Lotion

    After using the extra gentle body wash, I highly recommend using the Dermaveen Lotion. It gives my skin a lovely smooth feeling. The tesxure of the lotion is amzing, soft and easily absorbable by the skin. It has become my favourite lotion. I apply it to my little 7 months old bub also. The complete family loves it. Infact I’ve bought another bottle as well. Superb ! love it !

    DermaVeen® is gentle and soothing on the skin
    My skin feels nourished and hydrated
    DermaVeen® felt like it was helping to repair my skin
    DermaVeen® is great for the whole family
    I would recommend DermaVeen® to other mums


  • Gorgeous soft skin

    My skin is so soft…just like my baby’s “oh so soft” skin 😀 ………. I totally love dermaveen ..BOTH products. Dry skin is a No-No now and my baby doesn’t have any red rashes or the nappy rash left. The products are great to use. Highly and truly recommended ! Love this !

    DermaVeen® is gentle and soothing on the skin
    My skin feels nourished and hydrated
    DermaVeen® felt like it was helping to repair my skin
    DermaVeen® is great for the whole family
    I would recommend DermaVeen® to other mums


  • Amazing!!!

    Both my daughter and I used this and our skin has been amazing! Her eczema has basically fully cleared in the time we used DermaVeen.
    So easy to use with great results. Highly recommend!

    DermaVeen® is gentle and soothing on the skin
    My skin feels nourished and hydrated
    DermaVeen® felt like it was helping to repair my skin
    DermaVeen® is great for the whole family
    I would recommend DermaVeen® to other mums


  • fabulous

    I use DermaVeen all the time until I started using it I use to go through tubes of cream to keep my dermatitis under control now I can use it as directed by my doctor .

    DermaVeen® is gentle and soothing on the skin
    My skin feels nourished and hydrated
    DermaVeen® felt like it was helping to repair my skin
    DermaVeen® is great for the whole family
    I would recommend DermaVeen® to other mums


  • No smell bonus

    I use both of these products. As I get skin problems I was advised by a doctor to use this range. I am able to use both with good results. Both have no smell. The wash leaves your skin feeling smooth and soft even when your skin is dry. The most Moisturising Lotion does add moisture to your skin. The oatmeal calms your dry skin reducing the irritation and itchiness that other Moisturising Lotions may cause. Both bottles have a pump action which makes them quick to use in both the shower or bath and on the bench. I even use the Moisturising Lotion to wash my hands if I have worked in the garden.

    DermaVeen® is gentle and soothing on the skin
    My skin feels nourished and hydrated
    DermaVeen® felt like it was helping to repair my skin
    DermaVeen® is great for the whole family
    I would recommend DermaVeen® to other mums


  • all rounder cream!

    I used Dermaveen on my kids when they were babies for the bath and moisturising. The product is great for any rash or skin irritations. I still use on them whenever they have any dryness or rashes. It also help me with my Sirius, on my knees and elbows. I love it! Great for the whole family as a body wash and a mosituriser. Doesn’t irritate any of our families skin it only refreshes and re hydrates which is all you could ask for in a product!

    DermaVeen® is gentle and soothing on the skin
    My skin feels nourished and hydrated
    DermaVeen® felt like it was helping to repair my skin
    DermaVeen® is great for the whole family
    I would recommend DermaVeen® to other mums


  • Stop the itchy

    DermaVene is a great product that is very affective in helping to reduce itchy skin. It is certainly soft and quite gentle on the skin. DermaVene has quite a pleasant smell that is not overpowering. Being soap free makes it suit most skin types and helps those with sensitive skin.

    DermaVeen® is gentle and soothing on the skin
    My skin feels nourished and hydrated
    DermaVeen® felt like it was helping to repair my skin
    DermaVeen® is great for the whole family
    I would recommend DermaVeen® to other mums


  • DermaVeen friendly

    After having such great results clearing dermatitis using Dermavine I recommended it to a friend who has trouble with itchy skin and she is so pleased that it is working. She is not completely healed but it has certainly lessened her itchiness and she is over the moon with her results.

    DermaVeen® is gentle and soothing on the skin
    My skin feels nourished and hydrated
    DermaVeen® felt like it was helping to repair my skin
    DermaVeen® is great for the whole family
    I would recommend DermaVeen® to other mums


  • Great for that crocodile winter skin!

    The both the wash and the moisturiser were so gentle on the skin, but left it feeling even more supple and smooth than before you hit the shower. Knowing it did not have all those nasty irritants that many products contain I felt happy using it on the children. Even the most sensitive skin in our house found these products to not irritate and help keep away the itchies. Give this a go if you have any dry, itchy or flaky skin conditions, you might be surprised.

    DermaVeen® is gentle and soothing on the skin
    My skin feels nourished and hydrated
    DermaVeen® felt like it was helping to repair my skin
    DermaVeen® is great for the whole family
    I would recommend DermaVeen® to other mums


  • Love the Moisturising Lotion but not the Soap Free Wash

    I always have a bottle of DermaVeen® Daily Nourish Moisturising Lotion in my cupboard. It is fabulous for moisturising and is perfect for my sensitive skin.
    However, I can’t say the same for the DermaVeen® Extra Gentle Soap Free Wash. It felt horrible on my skin. Tried showering in it twice but it wasn’t me. I got hubby to try it and he didn’t like it either so I passed my bottle along to someone else to try.

    DermaVeen® is gentle and soothing on the skin
    My skin feels nourished and hydrated
    DermaVeen® felt like it was helping to repair my skin
    DermaVeen® is great for the whole family
    I would recommend DermaVeen® to other mums


  • Good alternative to soap

    Love this brand. The soap free wash clears up dermatitus and the cream is excellent for dry skin. I now buy the soap free wash in a 1Litre pump bottle and leave it at the bathroom sink. It has a light oatmeal fragrance and with the larger size bottle I’m not having to replace it all the time.

    DermaVeen® is gentle and soothing on the skin
    My skin feels nourished and hydrated
    DermaVeen® felt like it was helping to repair my skin
    DermaVeen® is great for the whole family
    I would recommend DermaVeen® to other mums


  • Keen on DermaVeen

    I bought the soap free wash after my son developed peeling on the palms of his hands. I suspected he was having a reaction to soap and I was right. A week after using DermaVeen his hands have cleared up and are smooth and clear. It certainly lives up to it’s name of being extra gentle.

    DermaVeen® is gentle and soothing on the skin
    My skin feels nourished and hydrated
    DermaVeen® felt like it was helping to repair my skin
    DermaVeen® is great for the whole family
    I would recommend DermaVeen® to other mums


  • Great products

    Love using Dermaveen. Skin feels fresh and clean and helps with the irritation

    DermaVeen® is gentle and soothing on the skin
    My skin feels nourished and hydrated
    DermaVeen® felt like it was helping to repair my skin
    DermaVeen® is great for the whole family
    I would recommend DermaVeen® to other mums


  • For the whole family

    We originally started using Dermaveen as my husband and I have sensitive, dry skin. We started using the soap-free wash daily and instantly noticed our skin was less itchy and scaly, especially in Winter. We then started using the shampoo, and our hair is moisturized with no signs of flakiness.

    Now that we have a baby, we are using the Dermaveen baby products in his bath – we are confident they are best choice for sensitive, delicate skin.

    The soap-free wash also comes in a convenient 250ml bottle so you can take it with you for holidays – no need to use cheap hotel soaps.

    DermaVeen® is gentle and soothing on the skin
    My skin feels nourished and hydrated
    DermaVeen® felt like it was helping to repair my skin
    DermaVeen® is great for the whole family
    I would recommend DermaVeen® to other mums


  • 'Worth the switch to

    The DermaVeen range is excellent! I’ve never been one to look after my skin much until its already dry and after switching to the DermaVeen soap free wash I’ve noticed me skin always looks moisturised and fresh. Adding in the moisturiser and Im set! Definitely recommend these products and will not be switching’!

    DermaVeen® is gentle and soothing on the skin
    My skin feels nourished and hydrated
    DermaVeen® felt like it was helping to repair my skin
    DermaVeen® is great for the whole family
    I would recommend DermaVeen® to other mums


  • Clears Eczema

    I started using DermaVeen cream for Eczema when I was pregnant. I found the product to be well priced and you only need a small about of cream as it goes very far. My eczema was pregnancy related and has since gone away but the cream soothed and reduced redness when I used it. I still have this product and will use it on baby/husband if there skin flares up; it is gentle enough and leaves skin feeling smooth.

    DermaVeen® is gentle and soothing on the skin
    My skin feels nourished and hydrated
    DermaVeen® felt like it was helping to repair my skin
    DermaVeen® is great for the whole family
    I would recommend DermaVeen® to other mums


  • Good for the family!

    My whole family throughly enjoys using DermaVeen products, including my husband. Both the moisturiser and body wash leave our skin feeling soft, clean and well cared for. Since using DermaVeen moisturiser my skin aprears to be very well nourished and is silky soft to touch. Even though the moisturiser is thick to use, it does absorbs nicely into my skin.

    DermaVeen® is gentle and soothing on the skin
    My skin feels nourished and hydrated
    DermaVeen® felt like it was helping to repair my skin
    DermaVeen® is great for the whole family
    I would recommend DermaVeen® to other mums


  • Excellent

    As I have sensitve skin I often need a body moisturiser to help combat the dry skin without irritating it further when it flares up. It offers soothing relief while at the same time providing the necessary moisture to condition the dry skin. It is not very expensive and comes in a good sized pump bottle that lasts for ages. It contains colloidal oatmeal which is good for healing and anti-itching properties. It is a nice thick rich cream with no noticable scent. Good for the children and anyone at all with dry irritable sensitive skin.

    DermaVeen® is gentle and soothing on the skin
    My skin feels nourished and hydrated
    DermaVeen® felt like it was helping to repair my skin
    DermaVeen® is great for the whole family
    I would recommend DermaVeen® to other mums


  • Great product .

    Great for sensitive skin

    DermaVeen® is gentle and soothing on the skin
    My skin feels nourished and hydrated
    DermaVeen® felt like it was helping to repair my skin
    DermaVeen® is great for the whole family
    I would recommend DermaVeen® to other mums


  • Eczema Relief

    I started using Dermaveen when I was pregnant as my eczema flared up and my regular soaps were too rough on my skin. I have used it for years now and find the moisturisers really hydrate my skin. Now it’s a staple in my whole family’s bathing routine. We use it on our toddler and newborn. Thanks Dermaveen!

    DermaVeen® is gentle and soothing on the skin
    My skin feels nourished and hydrated
    DermaVeen® felt like it was helping to repair my skin
    DermaVeen® is great for the whole family
    I would recommend DermaVeen® to other mums


  • Great for those with skin allergies

    I have allergies to parabens and silicates which are used in most mainstream beauty products such as soaps, detergent and shampoo. I get horrific dermatitis and perpetual itching when these chemicals are present and my skin dries out easily. I love the Dermaveen extra gentle soap free wash because it’s very kind to my sensitive skin, has a beautiful, slightly sweet oatmeal smell, and doesn’t dry out my skin at all. It’s also gentle enough for my little boy’s skin while working hard enough to remove the array of dirt, grass and food after a long day of playing. I’d definitely recommend this product, and I do!

    DermaVeen® is gentle and soothing on the skin
    My skin feels nourished and hydrated
    DermaVeen® felt like it was helping to repair my skin
    DermaVeen® is great for the whole family
    I would recommend DermaVeen® to other mums


  • Moisturising Lotion works brilliantly

    The moisturiser did a brilliant job at repairing sun and pregnancy damage to my skin. With continued use my skin looks healthy and feels quite soft. My skin has never felt better. This product also has a pleasant soft smell which doesn’t overpower anything else you put on. Highly recommend this range of products to absolutely everybody for continued everyday use.

    DermaVeen® is gentle and soothing on the skin
    My skin feels nourished and hydrated
    DermaVeen® felt like it was helping to repair my skin
    DermaVeen® is great for the whole family
    I would recommend DermaVeen® to other mums


  • DermaVeen vs 2 kids with Eczema

    Our family loves these products as our kids have eczema we have tried many products and some just don’t seem to repair and hydrate their skin, only just keep eczema from getting worse.

    So to feel their skin soft and not dry and not scratching hardly at all, is a great thing for any parent too appreciate

    DermaVeen® is gentle and soothing on the skin
    My skin feels nourished and hydrated
    DermaVeen® felt like it was helping to repair my skin
    DermaVeen® is great for the whole family
    I would recommend DermaVeen® to other mums


  • I loved dermaveen!!

    I love Dermaveen!
    Works well with the whole family from head to toe. It really leaves your skin feeling resfreshed, nourished and healthy and physically you can see how it repairs your skin back to its natural beautiful glow.
    You will not be disappointed in this amazing product!
    I was first told about it from my Gp and Skin Specialist now i swear by this product and brand.

    DermaVeen® is gentle and soothing on the skin
    My skin feels nourished and hydrated
    DermaVeen® felt like it was helping to repair my skin
    DermaVeen® is great for the whole family
    I would recommend DermaVeen® to other mums

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The right lunch box helps keep little humans nourished while making life a lot easier for mums and dads! So to help you find the perfect one faster, we’ve put the best kids’ lunch boxes for school in Australia in one handy spot.

Kids’ lunch boxes have come a very long way. No longer just plastic boxes for toting treats, they’re now durable, washable, droppable and best of all, easy for kids to use. There are heaps of different styles to choose from, and if you head to the bottom of this article, you’ll find more information on what to look for, how to choose the right one for your child, and even what to put in it!

Whether you’re after a colourful lunch box to match that new drink bottle, or a machine-washable option that saves you time, there’s something in our shortlist for every type of foodie.

The Star Patrol Mini Lunch Case.
The Star Patrol Mini Lunch Case. Image: The Somewhere Co.

Lunch Box Comparison Table

If you’re not sure where to start when it comes to lunch box shopping, check out our comparison table below as a handy guide. (Use the bottom slider to see all brands)

The table below is a guide only. Products are subject to changes by brands.

MontiiCoB.BoxFrank Green Lunch ContainerYumboxSky Gazer Bentgo ModernThe Somewhere Co. MiniEcoCocoonBright Star KidsStuck On YouCountry Road ElysiaOmieBox
StyleBagBentoBoxBentoBagBentoBagBentoBagBentoBagBento
Colour variationsYESYESYESYESYESYESYESYESYESYESYESYES
MaterialFabric & aluminium liningPP & siliconeStainless steel & siliconeABS, tritan & siliconeFabric & PEVA liningBPA-free plasticRPET & aluminium foil liningStainless steel & siliconeFabric & insulation liningBPA-free plastic100% cotton canvas & insulation liningStainless steel, plastic & silicone
Start price$42.95$27.95$79.95$49.95$34.99$39.95$38$84.95$39.95$54.95$59.95$89.95
Loved for itsRoomy size & machine washable designCustom divider3-in-1 designPortion-controlled sectionsUnique designsRemovable sandwich dividerShoulder strapDishwasher-safe partsPersonalisationLeak-proof silicone sealInternal name labelStorage for hot and cold food
Mouths Of Mums Kids’ Lunch Boxes Comparison Table. (The products above are featured in our shortlist below.)

How to choose the best lunch box for school

When you’re searching for a kids’ lunch box, take the time to work out what will best suit their needs. If you make the right choice and invest in a quality one, it will last many years.

  • Box, bento or bag? If your child doesn’t like different foods touching, a bento lunch box is a great choice. Also, think about whether they prefer cut-up or whole fruit; a bento is better suited to cut food, while bags and boxes suit whole fruit. Bags are fantastic if you like to pack separate containers, like smaller bento or snack containers.
  • Freshness is a must – An insulated bag or box will keep everything cool and fresh until snack and lunchtime. But you can also get boxes that come with cold and ice packs. Remember, kids’ lunches often sit at room temperature for up to 5 or 6 hours before they’re eaten, so insulation and coolness are important. Check out how to keep school lunches safe in the heat.
  • Easy-to-clean design – Check if the box is dishwasher-safe, or for lunch bags, if they’re machine-washable.
  • Leak-proof – The last thing you want is a soggy mess at lunchtime, so if buying a hard lunch box, look for designs that are leak-proof with proper seals.
  • Child-friendly – Depending on your child’s motor skills and independence, you may need to start with a product that’s simple to open and close.
  • The right size – We tend to pack way too much in our kids’ lunches, so think about how much realistically you’ll need to pack for your child when choosing the size of their lunch box. You may also need to consider the size of their school bags.

12 Best Lunch Boxes For School Kids In Australia

Ready to get back-to-school sorted? From stainless steel gems to beautiful bentos, we’ve done all the hard work so you don’t have to. So sit back and enjoy our curated Mom Guide of the best kids’ lunch boxes for school in Australia.

Any included reviews come via the Mouths of Mums Facebook Page.

MontiiCo Large Lunch Bags, $42.95

MontiiCo Large Lunch Bags.

These award-winning lunch bags have sold over 200,000 units – and it’s clear to see why. The interior of each large bag measures 29cm x 23.5cm x 7.5cm, making them big enough to fit multiple containers and even many popular bento boxes. Each bag comes with an ice pack for up to eight hours of cooling – and you have a massive range of designs to choose from.

Pros:

  • Interior name label
  • Fabulous large size fits everything!
  • Comes with an ice pack for day-long cooling

“A vote for montii co lunch boxes, lunch bags and freezer bricks (they really do stay frozen all day!!” (Megan)

“Montii lunch bags are the best and the freezer brick can stay frozen for ages I forgot one day and it was still cold after 24hrs” (Sarah)

Where to buy it: MontiiCo, Lime Tree Kids


b.box 2L Kids’ Lunch Box, $27.95

B.box 2L kids bento lunch boxes.

Tired of apples not fitting in hard lunch boxes? b.box has solved this with its flexible ‘whole fruit holder’ that bends around the fruit rather than squashing it – genius! If you’re not keen on cutting up a fruit salad every day, this multi-compartment two-litre lunch box has handy homes for everything. It also comes with a gel cooler pack (a must for Aussie summer!), and it’s freezer-safe. Choose from a range of colours.

Pros:

  • Leak-proof silicone seal
  • Comes with a gel cooler pack
  • The square section is big enough for a regular sandwich

“B-box lunch boxes are the best…all parts come out so you can wash them super easy! So many awesome accessories available for them too!” (Kerrie)

“BBox lunch boxes are great and they fit in the large Montiico lunch bags. As someone has said, the ice brick that comes with it is amazing too” (Tash)

“I really like the B.Box lunch boxes.” (Kendal)

“Bbox is the winner in our community on repeat.” (Mums On A Budget)

Where to buy it: Kitchen Warehouse, Woolworths, b.box


Frank Green Lunch Container, $79.95

Frank Green coloured lunch containers.

Got a Frank Green fan on your hands? This is the lunch box to match their drink bottle. It comes in a gorgeous range of colours suited to all ages and uses 90% post-consumer recycled stainless steel and quality silicone lids. Monograms, bumper guards and ice bricks are all available separately.

Pros:

  • Leak-resistant design for mess-free travel
  • Comes with two microwave-safe removable containers
  • Customisable with your choice of bumper, ice brick and monogramming (at an additional cost)

Where to buy it: Frank Green


Yumbox Kids’ Compartment Lunch Boxes, from $49.95 

Yumbox Kids Bento Box shown in pink and purple options.

With the option of four, five or six compartments, it’s easy to see why Yumbox Bento Lunch Boxes are such a hit with Australian kids. They feature handy, pre-measured half-cup serving compartments to help pack a healthy lunch and contain absolutely no BPA or phthalates. Pop it straight into the dishwasher on the top rack for easy cleaning.

Pros:

  • Top rack dishwasher-safe
  • Includes five half-cup sections for portion control
  • Sections are labelled to help parents with a balanced lunch

Where to buy it: Biome, Yumbox


Sky Gazer Insulated Lunch Bag, from $34.99

Sky Gazer Insulated Lunch Bags.

If your little (or not-so-little) one wants a lunch bag everyone will comment on, this is it. Available in a range of stunning designs, they come with a long and strong handle and easy-use zippers. But good looks aside, what’s winning heart about these is their capacity – they hold up to seven litres of food!

Pros:

  • Water-resistant
  • PEVA internal lining
  • Side pocket for a water bottle

Where to buy it: THE ICONIC, Sky Gazer


Bentgo Modern Bento Boxes, $39.95

Bentgo Modern Lunch Boxes.

After something a bit more mature? Bentgo’s Modern lunch boxes are a great option. They have a sleek matte finish in a choice of four stylish shades, including Mint Green, Orchid, Dark Grey and Navy. Each is cleverly designed with a removable divider that allows you to choose between using three or four compartments. Even better, they are leak-proof, microwave-safe and fine to pop in the dishwasher.

Pros:

  • Kid-friendly latch
  • Antibacterial silicone seal
  • Includes four large compartments

Where to buy it: Kitchen Warehouse, Amazon


The Somewhere Co Mini Lunch Case, $38

The Somewhere Co. Mini Lunch Bags.

Colourful and easy to carry, these bags are insulated, eco-friendly and secure. It features aluminium foil lining that keeps food fresh all day long, and it comes with top-level carry handles and a shoulder strap, which is brilliant for those days when kids have a lot to tote. Choose from a range of styles.

Pros:

  • Roomy and stylish
  • Shoulder strap makes carrying easy (and great if schoolbags are too full!)
  • Zip-front pocket handy for cold packs or notes from mum

Where to buy it: The Somewhere Co.


EcoCocoon Leak-Proof Bento Lunch Box, $84.95

EcoCocoon Leak-Proof Lunch Box with a bagel and fresh food inside.

Large enough for the hungriest of school kids, this stainless steel wonder has a removable silicone seal in the lid to stop thick liquids from leaking. No more soggy anything! There are five handy compartments to make sure all of the food groups are ticked off, with a large compartment perfect for sandwiches, and smaller ones for snacks.

Pros:

  • Dishwasher-safe
  • Every compartment is leak-proof
  • Easy to open and close (suitable for younger kids)

Where to buy it: Biome, EcoCocoon


Bright Star Kids Personalised Lunch Bags, $39.95

Bright Star Kids insulated lunch bags in a row.

Practical and customisable with your child’s name, these insulated bags tick all the boxes. You have a choice of five bag colours, and from there you get to choose from a huge range of designs and fonts to personalise it! Each comes with a mesh pocket for ice bricks, a top carry handle, a secure zip closure and enough internal space to fit a medium bento box.

Pros:

  • Machine-washable
  • Internal mesh pocket for an ice brick
  • With their name on it, you won’t need to visit lost property!

Where to buy it: Bright Star Kids


Stuck On You Large Personalised Bento Lunch Box, $54.95

Stuck On You Large Kids' Bento Boxes.

With a leak-proof silicone seal, these colourful lunch companions keep sauces and dips right where they belong. They come with six compartments, which convert to three for easy washing on the top shelf of the dishwasher. They’re free from any nasties and customisation with your child’s name – no more lost property, yay! Choose from box colours of Matte Navy, Pink Lemonade, Dusky Blue or Seafoam Green- if you can!

Pros:

  • BPA and phthalate-free
  • Top rack dishwasher-safe
  • Separates into three parts for easy cleaning

Where to buy it: Stuck On You


Country Road Elysia Lunch Pack, $59.95

Country Road Elysia Lunch Packs in pink and green.

Uber stylish and as roomy as can be, these contemporary bags are perfect for kids of all ages who prefer to pack several separate containers. It has a 100% cotton canvas outer, an insulated lining and comes with a super handy internal name label. Just as great for preschool as they are for high school.

Pros:

  • Easy-carry handle
  • Internal name label
  • Stylish design, great for kids who prefer muted shades

Where to buy it: THE ICONIC, Country Road


OmieBox Hot/Cold Bento Lunch Box V2, $89.95

Omiebox hot and cold kids' lunch boxes in pink and blue styles.

Finally, a kids’ lunch box that stores hot AND cold food in one place! Designed out of necessity by a problem-solving mum, the OmieBox encourages low-waste lunches and ends the need to use multiple clunky containers (which always get lost!). The spill-proof individual compartments mean no mixing of savoury and sweet, and the  280ml double-wall thermos keeps soups and pasta hot for up to six hours!

Pros:

  • Keeps food hot for up to 6 hours
  • Fabulous for ‘nude food’ lunches
  • Awesome carry handle for younger kids

Where to buy it: Biome, Woolworths


What to put in kids’ lunch boxes

Health professionals agree that kids need a good balance of lean protein, grains, fruit and vegetables throughout the school day. Skip the processed food and try to reach for whole foods that pack a punch in the nutrient department. Here are some great ideas:

  • Grilled chicken or turkey wraps with fresh salad
  • Crackers and vegetable sticks with healthy dips like hummus
  • Whole-grain pasta with cherry tomatoes and your choice of cheese
  • Zucchini slice cut into rectangles for easy stacking in an insulated box
  • Almond-meal slice with raspberries or blueberries – or both!
  • Vegetarian sausage rolls – these freeze well and make a great meat-free lunch when cold.

Top image: MontiiCo

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  • Getting ready for the return to school has started to kick in so this was a timely read. We have the yum box and i love it, it is so easy for my daughter to open and close on her own. I find the lunch cooler bags also a great idea however some days depending on what else needs to go to school, they can be quite bulky to include in the school bag. I need to do some more research this year as i like the idea of being able to watch it in the washing machine, that is a clever idea.

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  • Along with all of the other back to school products; there is also a good range of lunch boxes available for people to buy. It has been fun to see the wide range of bottles and lunch boxes that are available for the new year for school and for work.

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  • Lunch boxes have come such a long way since my eldest was a kid, he’s now 26! There’s really a solution to everything from food heating, cooling, dividers, pockets etc etc. Lunch boxes are a real fashion accessory and so on-trend these days. I personally love the Bento lunch boxes. They save on plastic and separate different foods.

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  • I am such a huge fan of Bento lunch boxes and Bento. Food should be so many wonderful things; including delicious, fun, colourful and nutritious too. Lunch is a favourite meal because the body is ready for some more calories and a boost of energy. Food looks so good in Bento lunch boxes.

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  • So so many fantastic options! We use the montii co ones for our kdis and swear by it. Its lasted 3 years so far and still standing strong, like new since the first day using it. They are so durable and i find cleaning them to be the easiest for us.

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  • There are so many great lunch box option out there indeed ! I’ve always liked the Bento style lunch boxes for my kids. It reduces the use of plastic lunch bags and packaged food which aren’t very good for the environment and it encourages to present a good variety of foods (which is not only better nutrition wise but lao to prevent our kids from getting bored with same foods all the time.

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  • There are some really fabulous options here. So many variations of colour, shape and size. I love the bento style lunch boxes, so handy to keep food separate and eliminate the use of plastic packaging. The machine washable bags are a great idea too. They can get grubby so fast, this would be so much easier to maintain

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  • This has gotten much easier since my kids hit high school – they have strong opinions about their lunch boxes, so I don’t have to think about it so much anymore! However, I am strongly in favor of bento style boxes regardless of their age. They’re easy to clean, easy to pack, and invite appropriate sized portions.

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  • Great article! Our kids are so lucky, when it comes to lunchboxes, they really are spoilt for choice. There are so many to pick from. Regarding sandwiches, my eldest son, used to hate sandwiches for school lunches. It wasn’t until many years later that I discovered that he’d throw out his sandwiches in the playground bins. My son’s an adult now and he still hates sandwiches. He only likes “hot” lunches. So glad he lives on his own now and can make his own “hot” lunches just the way he likes them.

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  • This is an extremely useful article!! 2 schppl going kids and third starting kinder soon means we are always on the lookout for lunch ideas and lunch boxes. This is a great list with features and prices listed to make the search easier and help with decision making for purchasing of the lunch boxes

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  • This is super useful article and thank you. I can see so variety of lunch boxes from every store. Always wonder which one would be more convenient to use by little hands. I love some of these lunchboxes to give it a try for this year. And then decide to go with suitable ones

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  • Wow, lunch boxes have really come such a long way from when I was taking a lunch box to school. Feel old, like “back in my day”, but we were lucky to have options like are available now. While I like some of these designs, I feel like they aren’t super practical.

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  • These lunchboxes are beautiful but are they really worth the expensive price tag? I have been through so many lunch boxes and bags over the years and found the best it to use an insulated lunchbox bag with ice brick and use small containers to keep individual items fresh and assessable.

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  • I love the bbox lunch boxes. They are so reliable and tough when kids throw their bags around. Easy to wash and store. I have used the we can be tiny snackies at home too. The boys love choosing a certain animal shape. They wash well, are durable and great quality.

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  • My kids are old enough now to pack their own lunches and I am so happy to see the great choices they are making. They take left over meals, cook food in the morning to take and now I am confident they aren’t throwing away sandwiches! I do have the chilly bags for them, I find they fit better into bags

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  • Love our bento b.boxes. So easy to pack. I do however worry that they’re made of plastic, not metal….

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  • My daughter uses a bento box now for work and sometimes an insulated bag in summer, but when she was at school it was a rectangular lunch box with no compartments. It was very easy to wash each day, just the box and lid, and it could still be filled with rolls/sandwiches and snacks.

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  • Lunchboxes are so important these days. Back in my day it was a brown paper bag or the exact same lunch box that everyone else had and there were three compartments. Today its such a fashion statement and as much as the lunchbox itself is judged so are the contents.

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  • I absolutely love the bb box quite sturdy. It took many lunch box to find one that would last. Before this lunch box we had a stuck on you. I found the stuck on you lunch box didn’t last when the hinge’s snapped they wouldn’t get back to me (only had for a short time and my youngest couldn’t open it so it wasn’t dropped. Just opened it after the 8th time and snapped). The bb box has lasted the last year and a half and still going strong

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  • What a great help for busy Mommas like us. From the style to comfort and convenience, this article really put the best for our kids. Not to mention the added info about safety on what these lunchboxes were made of! I am also impressed about the organisation function of each, it seems small but woooh could put so much…thanks for sharing this article

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