It happens all the time! You notice that when applying your makeup using the bathroom mirror at home, your makeup looks fine. Then will either look too dark or too light once you get in the car, arrive to work or catch a glimpse in the restaurant mirror at night. The best solution to ensure you get the right face for the right time of day is to invest in a lighted makeup mirror. Really.
We all saw these growing up (mom probably had one) and although it may seem like a novelty, it is a great tool to have. Some still come with adjustable lights for daylight, office or candlelight (evening), and others come with soft bulb wattage that's complimentary for day or night that won't steer you wrong. Harsh fluorescent lighting is not ideal lighting to apply makeup. Natural daylight is, but who really does their makeup facing a window?
Why is it important to apply your makeup under the right lighting conditions? Because how much or little you end up applying can make or break your look. Too much blush? Too light or dark foundation? Not enough concealer to hide dark circles? Overdose on powder? You need the right lighting conditions in order to achieve the perfect face. Trust me on this....vanity lighted mirrors weren't made for nothing!
Celebrities are in the hands of their entourage and makeup artist(s) to ensure they look spectacular every time they step out, but we all have seen mistakes slip by. The ONLY explanation to these mishaps is bad lighting.
Eva, Nicole and Uma are all victims of bad makeup lighting.
You can spend anywhere from $25 - $450 on a lighted makeup vanity mirror and they are available every where (online). Unless you have poor eye sight, I do not suggest getting a magnified lighted mirror because you don't need it. Lighted mirrors with magnification are perfect for those who can't do their makeup without their glasses, but can't do their eye makeup because they are wearing their glasses, so this gives an advantage.
Ever notice sometimes at the makeup counter the makeup you try on looks better at the store than it does at home? Even the color can look different? It's the lighting! You will be amazed how much better your makeup looks under fabulous conditions, day or night.
