Consumer surveys have shown that the average woman has over 50 pieces of make up. Between all the glosses, shadows and eyeliners, not surprisingly it can be difficult to find what you are looking for. By keeping a few simple tips in mind, makeup storage no longer has to be a nightmare.
First, figure out how much makeup you actually have and buy a storage container that is the appropriate size. Many women underestimate how much makeup they own and buy a container that is too small for their needs. Do a quick count of how many of each item you have and make sure the container you buy can accommodate everything.
Next, determine where you would like to store your makeup. If you usually apply your make up in the bathroom, buy a container that fits above the sink or below in cabinet. There is nothing worse than having all kinds of cosmetics scattered around the bathroom or running back and forth between rooms. A great
make up storage system is a modular cube system, which consists of 6 inch plastic square cubes with varying compartments. They can easily fit above a bathroom sink or on a shelf.
Acrylic cases are good options for those who have lipsticks that are the same brand. These cases are sturdy and have separate spaces for each lipstick. By turning the product upside down, the label is face up in the case making it easy to see which color you are selecting. They also make traveling a breeze.
Some other
make up storage ideas are train cases and fish tackle boxes. Train cases that are made especially for storing your makeup are square or rectangular in shape. They have plenty of levels and compartments for makeup of all sizes. Train cases are great for travel and look cool as well. Fish tackle boxes are a cheaper alternative and provide equally adequate storage. While they do not look as cool as train cases, fish tackle boxes get the job done and can be decorated with glitter and stencils.
Regardless of whatever you choose, make sure your organizational system works for you. If you are like most women, be sure to leave a little space for new products. With a little hard work, you will have a brand new time saving system that you will definitely appreciate for years to come.
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