As previously noted, I recently was out-of-town for several days and managed to forget my tweezers, mirror and a few other essentials at home in the rush to run out the door. Among those forgotten essentials was a good magnifying mirror, and I decided to buy the Conair 10x Magnifying Suction Cup Mirror, which is 3 1/2" in diameter. It is the perfect size to fit in my travel bag, and is the precise size of the one that I forgot at home. While shopping, I found a few cheaper variants, but I was willing to spend more and get one that was more durable and ultimately better quality. This effortlessly attaches, via its suction cups, to a larger mirror or window so that you can have it at the height that you prefer. The 10x magnification is perfect for close-up work plucking fine hairs and applying eye makeup, and it is precisely what I needed to keep my eyebrows well-groomed and my eyeliner applied without incident.
According to Conair,
When your grooming or beauty tasks call for precision, a conventional mirror simply might not be enough to help you get the job done. The Beauty 360 Suction Cup Mirror Close Up Magnification can help you more easily see fine details of your face for better results. See Your Reflection Quickly Able to magnify your reflection by 10 times its normal size, the Beauty 360 Suction Cup Mirror Close Up Magnification lets you view details of your face that you ordinarily can't spot with the naked eye. You can use the mirror to help you apply cosmetics like eyeliner with extreme precision. Reach for it when you're shaving your face or removing facial hair. With the magnification mirror, tweezing brows is so much easier. Sticks Virtually Anywhere On the back of the Beauty 360 Suction Cup Mirror Close Up Magnification is a strong suction cup. This allows you to attach the mirror to any smooth surface. You can mount it on the wall of the shower, beside the sink or even on top of your regular bathroom mirror. The mirror can also be stuck to a desk or a car dashboard for on-the-go grooming. When you want to remove the mirror, just use your fingernail or a blunt object to break the seal. Perfect for Travel With its compact size and lightweight design, the Beauty 360 Suction Cup Mirror Close Up Magnification is perfect to pack in your cosmetics or travel bag for use on the go.
Overall Assessment: This was a good purchase, and I will leave this one in my travel bag so that I don't run the risk of forgetting it at home when I travel!
$10.83 from CVS and Amazon (Affiliate Links). Purchased. All views expressed are categorically my own.
The CHANEL MIROIR DOUBLE FACETTES Mirror Duo is another one of the lovely birthday gifts that my beloved sister gave me this year. It is a really beautiful double mirror compact that is perfect for my makeup bag. The sturdy compact is 2 1/2" x 2 1/2" and comes with its own felt pouch that prevents scratching. The compact looks precisely like their eyeshadow and blush compacts, but it is more slim. It is a dense and solid plastic with the CHANEL double C logo on the front and nothing on the back. One side boasts a regular mirror and the other is a magnifying mirror. It is truly everything that I could possibly need in a mirror for my makeup bag.
According to CHANEL,
This sleek compact features a regular mirror on one side, and a magnifying mirror on the other — perfect for touch-ups. Ultra-slim and portable, the Mirror Duo is an elegant essential for every makeup bag.
It measures 2 1/2" x 2 1/2"
The mirror is made in Malta
Overall Assessment: I love this mirror and will enjoy it for many years to come!
$45.00 from CHANEL (Affiliate Links). Press Sample. All views expressed are categorically my own.
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As Mother's Day quickly approaches, ToiletTree Products, a leading designer and manufacturer of innovative bath products, has some wonderful and affordable gadgets that would make great gifts for mom. I have been testing their LED 7x Magnified Makeup Mirror and Tray and their Facial Brush Skin Cleansing System and think that they are both worthy contenders.
LED 7x Magnified Makeup Mirror and Tray ($15.00-$39.95 from Amazon, Brookstone and Toilettree): If you are seeking a magnifying mirror to apply your makeup, then this 7x magnification mirror, which featured an LED ring, is a very good choice. Its minimalist, sleek design coupled with its sturdy acrylic construction makes it an attractive option. I love that the base offers convenient makeup storage for your most reached-for products. Furthermore, the LED light operates on batteries, rather than electricity– making it very portable and convenient. Mine lives on my vanity, and gets used all of the time.
Features:
A close-up view of your skin, magnified 7x, to ensure your makeup is impeccable.
An LED ring around the mirror that provides natural lighting without casting shadows on your face.
A convenient organizer base with 9 multi-sized compartments. Store your most used makeup, hair accessories, or jewelry, so you know right where to find them when you need them.
A portable, battery-operated design, so there aren’t any annoying and unsightly cords, and you’ll never have to worry about finding an available outlet.
Facial Brush Skin Cleansing System ($35.00 from Amazon, Brookstone, and Toilettree): If you have been seeking to purchase an affordable face and body brush, then this is definitely a good one to consider. I hang mine on a hook outside of my shower, and use it regularly. It has 4 interchangeable heads: one large body brush, two face brushes (for sensitive and normal skin types) and a pumice stone. Since I have several dedicated facial cleansing devices, I tend to use this spinning brush for my body and to exfoliate the dead skin from my feet. It does a good job, and as a result I reach for it often.
According to ToiletTree,
Face and Body System that is a highly effective and affordable tool to achieve glowing, healthy skin. Our brush comes with four interchangeable rotating heads that cleanse and exfoliate skin from head to toe. The user can easily pop off the brush head to change between the pumice sphere, body brush or face brush.
Skin Care System Features:
System includes 4 interchangeable brush heads: 2 face brushes (1 soft for sensitive skin, 1 medium for normal skin); 1 large body brush; 1 pumice sphere for tough foot skin
Battery operated (4 AA batteries included with purchase)
Water-resistant design allows for use in the shower
Water-resistant strap for convenient hanging and storage
Available in 6 colors: Pink, Purple, Green, Blue, Gray, and Black
ToiletTree Products Face and Body Brush System Benefits:
Reduces the appearance of problem areas, such as: dead skin cells, oily skin, dry patches, fine lines, blemishes, visible pores, blackheads and wrinkles
Stimulates skin renewal and improves overall skin clarity and appearance
Energizes skin and leaves it smooth, soft and radiant
Cleans deep to help remove stubborn makeup
Enhances absorption of moisturizes
Overall Assessment: These are definitely worthy of consideration if you are seeking affordable gifts for mom, or yourself for that matter.