Whether you're a beginner or a YouTube pro, makeup is for everyone and it has the ability to transform our appearance whether we want a lit-from-within glow or an all-out dramatic makeover.
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While there are many affordable brands on the market today, your beauty products should still be treated and stored with care whether they cost under £10 or over £50 as makeup that has been neglected can hugely impact its quality. Find out the best way to store your treasured items below...
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How can I store my makeup at home?
The best way to store your makeup at home is definitely not in the bathroom. Saffron Hughes, a makeup artist at FalseEyelashes, told HELLO! "Humidity can cause items in your makeup to expire at a faster rate than normal. If the bathroom is home to your essential foundations, you are harming the texture and finish of the products."
She added: "Temperature is key when storing cosmetics, knowing the correct place to store certain items can gain you up to a few more months of usage."
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Best makeup bags
Makeup bags are great for keeping your products together when you're on the move, but to help prolong the life of your favourite foundation or mascara, it's always best to transfer them to a cool, airtight environment. Check out our recommendations for the best makeup bags below…
The Flat Lay Co. Box Bag, Flat Lay Makeup Bag, Brush Case, from £15.99, FeelUnique
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Space NK Double Travel Bag, £46, Space NK
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Charlotte Tilbury Makeup Bag 1st Edition, £15, ASOS
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Best makeup storage drawers
The best makeup storage drawers can safely hold more than just products – they are ideal for your brushes too because you want to keep them away from sunlight in a cool, dry environment.
Liquid foundation and concealer are also great to keep in storage drawers as they are away from direct sunlight which can dry out the products. You could even store them in the fridge as being near any heat source will cause the liquid to separate.
Storage Locker, £129, Oliver Bonas
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Beauty Organiser Drawers, £30, John Lewis & Partners
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Luxe Skincare Fridge, £129, Revolve
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Best makeup boxes
The best makeup boxes are great for storing your beauty blender as opposed to a makeup bag as this will allow them to breathe. But don't leave your beauty blender in a dark place when it’s wet as this will attract bacteria. Remember they should be replaced every three to six months.
Mascara is also great to keep in a box as the cool, airtight environment can stop it from drying out. Powder products should also be stored in a dry place, such as a plastic case. This is a perfect environment that will keep all products fresh and maintain high quality.
Beautifect Box, £279, Beautifect
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Beautifect replaces the need for a separate table, mirror, light and storage - so clever! This rechargeable and cordless luxury vanity case means you never need to be tied down to one place to do your makeup ever again.
BundleBerry by Amanda Holden Set of 2 Small & Medium Trunks, £62.98, QVC
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Large Makeup Storage Box, £40.41, Etsy
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17 Stories Baelin Makeup Storage Box, £31,99, Wayfair
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