How to Organize Your Makeup Collection

2024 Author: Samantha Chapman | [email protected]. Last modified: 2023-12-17 09:13

Makeup collections often wreak havoc. If lately you find yourself spending more time looking for the products you need than wearing makeup, here are some tips to better organize your kit for every day or for special events.

Steps

Step 1. Look for a space in your home where you can put all your things before breaking them up into kits

Take some time to do this.

Step 2. Put the products you use every day in the same kit and do the same with those you use for special occasions and with those you need for skincare

These are the most common elements that make up a collection of tricks:

• The foundation evens out the complexion and creates a base for the other products.
• The concealer is used to erase imperfections and dark circles.
• The blush gives a healthy glow to the face, while the bronzer gives a sun-kissed effect.

• Eyeshadows that match your natural colors.

  • Neutral colors can be used every day.
  • More exotic and dramatic colors are good for special occasions.
• Eyeliner, to be applied to the lash line.
• The powder, to fix the foundation and make it last longer.
• A lipstick and / or a gloss. Opt for shades that combine with other products, both for daily use and for special use.
• Consider a bronzer to add extra color to your face. Excellent in the summer months to enhance the tan by masking the defects due to sun exposure. Depending on the frequency of use it can be a daily, seasonal or to use for a special occasion.

Step 3. Divide the things you use every day from those you use less frequently; by creating groups, you will save time when you have to wear makeup and find products you forgot about

Here's how your collection will be divided:

• Products for everyday make-up.

  

  Basic colors that go well with everything you wear. Put the products in a clutch bag and choose a few: you won't want to walk around with a suitcase

• Skin care.

  

  • Moisturizers, make-up removers, serums, sunscreens, acne treatments, etc. You can also put cotton balls, cotton swabs, etc. into it.
  • Make-up remover may be necessary if you're traveling, playing sports, or just don't like wearing makeup all day. To save space, buy some makeup remover wipes.

• Special occasions.

  

  More dramatic and unusual colors, products you bought specifically for certain outfits, makeup for Halloween, shimmer powders you apply to go to the club, false eyelashes and everything you rarely wear

• Seasonal makeup (optional).

  

  Different foundation and powder for the summer

Step 4. Throw away anything that's broken, caused you allergies, or changed in texture and / or smell

Here are some guidelines to know how long a product can be kept (in any case, these rules are not absolute):

• Three months:

  • Mascara.
  • Liquid eyeliner.

• Six months:

  • Eye correctors.
  • Eye creams.
  • Bases for eyes.
  • Cream eyeshadows.
  • Eye cream or gel products.
  • Powders that come into contact with brushes or sponges.
  • Cream or solid foundation.

• One year:

  • Liquid foundation.
  • Moisturizers.
  • Correctors in tubes that do not have an applicator.

• When it becomes necessary:

  • Powder or solid blush.
  • Powder or solid eyeshadows.
  • Pen eyeliner that has not become dry.
  • Bronzer.

  

  Step 5. Put your nail polishes and polish remover in the daily kit if you do your manicure every day or if you need frequent touch-ups

  Otherwise, put them in a nail kit.

  

  Step 6. Evaluate the makeup application tools you have

  Are sufficient? They are dirty? Have you forgotten them in the bottom of a drawer or bag? Throw away any sponge applicators you've already used and invest in quality washable sponges. Clean your brushes. Get rid of the dirty sponges used to apply foundation and powder puffs. By using clean brushes, you will extend the useful life of the products by eliminating the bacteria and oils that settle on them. Brush kits are sold in specialty stores or online. Brush bags will keep them organized and prevent them from losing shape. The most popular application tools:

  • Foundation brush or sponges.
  • Powder brush.
  • Blush brush.
  • Large eyeshadow brush.
  • Angled brush.
  • Lip brush.
  • Concealer brush.

  

  Step 7. Clean the application tools after using them

  For quick cleaning, dip a cotton swab in alcohol and pass it on the brush. For a deep clean, use an antibacterial soap and rinse the brush until it is clean. If the brushes are hard, have lost their shape or are too dirty and impossible to clean, throw them away.

  

  Step 8. Review the product breakdowns to determine the size of the clutches you will need

  Thus, you will understand what you will have to buy. A slightly larger bag is better than one that is too small.

  

  Step 9. You will find clear or tool boxes in shopping malls or on the internet

  Make sure they are roomy enough for your needs.

  • The makeup cases are solid and have small shelves inside.
  • Bags vary in size and material. Opt for special ones to hold make-up, which are usually easily washable on the inside and have a zip closure or a padded outer part, to ensure greater protection.
  • Equipment containers are usually larger than make-up cases; and, as if this were not enough, they are cheaper and allow you to keep a lot of tricks. This is an excellent product for storing makeup for special occasions, as it's easy to see what's on hand right away. In fact, since you don't use it often, you may forget what you own.
  • If you don't carry your makeup with you, you can put them in a basket or drawer.

  

  Step 10. Keep the kit you use every day in a handy place

  

  Step 11. Organize makeup in bags, containers and kits

  

  Step 12. Store what you don't use every day in a special kit

  

  Step 13. Place the brushes in a special bag to keep them clean and protected

  

  Step 14. Give yourself a pat on the back

  Now, your makeup collection is in order and your makeup routine will be less stressful and more efficient.

  Advice

  • Buy quality products that are good for your skin type (normal, oily, dry or combination) and your complexion (very pale, light, medium, tanned, olive, dark, etc.).
  • Buy quality products made by the same company and avoid mixing different brands. Skincare products (cleansers, moisturizers …) are formulated to work together. Mixing them could lead to chemical reactions that damage the skin.
  • Use smaller bags inside larger bags. Thus, you will give a good use to the clutches they give you in perfumery. Divide them by product (products for eyes, lips, etc.).
  • Colored creams even out the complexion and can replace foundation.
  • If you have too many new products, samples or gifts that were given to you after making a purchase that do not suit your skin type or color, you can exchange them with a friend or sister.
  • Divide the makeup collection according to your criteria.
  • You can also buy brushes in art shops. Opt for good quality brushes and the right size for the purpose you want to give them. Those with natural fibers last longer and are softer but, if you are vegan or only use cruelty free products, opt for those in synthetic fibers. Before using a new brush, wash it and, if it seems dry, add a little conditioner before proceeding with the last rinse.
  • If you change palettes every day, pack the one you need in your bag before you go out.

  Warnings

  • Try not to share your makeup, brushes and sponges with your friends. If you do, disinfect them immediately, as the bacteria and oils from their skin will contaminate your product and, consequently, your skin.
  • The tricks break or open with ease when you carry them around. Put them in a clutch bag with zip closure; thus, you will not ruin the contents of your bag.