Makeup mirror: varieties and characteristics of some models

What any person cannot do without during the day is, of course, without a mirror. To a greater extent, this applies to the female half of humanity, but men cannot do without such an important subject. With it, you can apply makeup, make an amazing hairstyle, evaluate the whole image or just shave.

The first mirrors appeared more than five thousand years ago. They weren't perfect, the raw material was much worse. Only 700 years ago, the product began to look like modern models, it began to be made of glass with a certain coating.

In every home you can find a large selection of different mirrors. In every woman's purse there is always a small mirror, it allows you to fix your hair, update your makeup at any time. Such an accessory can be of different shapes: oval, round, square. You can buy an inexpensive product in a simple box or in a rich version, decorated with rhinestones, patterns, sparkles.

If you want to be able to view in full growth, it is better to opt for other options. Depending on the placement of mirrors, their features and advantages differ:

• in order to see yourself in full growth, choose a universal mirror, it is large, often placed on bedside tables, dressing tables, wardrobes;
• wall mirrors are firmly fixed on the surface;
• desktop mirror is installed on flat surfaces;
• pocket accessories can be carried freely, do not take up much space.

If you want to hang a mirror in the bathroom, you should find out what material it is made from. If it is made of titanium, silver and copper composition, it can be hung even in a room with high humidity.

Cheaper products are coated with aluminum, almagam coating, such a coating does not have increased moisture resistance, it is better to place them in other rooms or put them on a nightstand or table.

Mirrors have many types, they come in different sizes, complemented by various elements, decor items. Makeup mirror should be of high quality, it must be placed in a convenient place.

You can choose a variety of models: a pocket version, a wall mirror, products that can be installed on a table, with a stand. A professional mirror is often equipped with a light in order to apply the right makeup.

With the help of such models it is convenient to consider yourself in full growth and from all sides. Wall mirrors can be additionally illuminated, which is connected from the network, or a device that works with a battery.

Desktop models can be securely attached to a surface or to a portable stand. Such mirrors are most often used by women and girls when applying makeup, professional stylists. These models have two sides, one of which is able to increase the size.

Bilateral have a small size, they are convenient to take with you when traveling. Such models are very popular, they are often equipped with a stand or backlight. They can be called a smaller version of the large mirrors used by professionals, with lamps installed around. Such models have a round or rectangular shape.

The cosmetic mirror can be easily placed in a small handbag. The handicraft with carved wooden handles looks spectacular. For small pocket mirrors, covers are made from various materials, decorated with bright patterns, rhinestones. Such a mirror can always be found in a fashionable woman's cosmetic bag.

The reflection in the mirror depends on what material is applied to the surface. There are four types of protective coating:

• with the help of an almagama;
• aluminum coating, copper admixture is allowed here;
• silver plating;
• titanium.

For inexpensive models, an almagam coating is used. Lacquer is applied on top of the product. Such a coating does not withstand high humidity very well, most often this method is used for pocket models.

Mirrors with aluminum coating are also inexpensive.Products are able to convey color well, but somewhat distort the outline, give fuzziness, not suitable for detailed makeup with magnification. It is better not to use it as a wall mirror, it is more often used in a portable form.

When applying spectacular makeup, a mirror with such a coating is ideal.

The highest quality and most expensive is titanium coating, it is the most durable, the image is the most accurate.

Mirrors are often decorated with beautiful frames. These can be simple plastic frames, but to give this wonderful product additional beauty, more expensive materials are used, such as wood, bronze, silver, and gold-like materials are used.

When choosing mirrors, you need to be guided not only by the fact that you liked it. Consider the size of the room, its layout, possible flaws.

A small mirror in a large room will not look quite relevant; for large rooms with high ceilings, it is better to choose a large one. When choosing a product in the hallway, it is better to choose models with a height of 120 cm, this height allows you to see your reflection almost completely.

The classic option is square models with dimensions of 50 by 50 cm, with its help you can see the reflection quite well, use it both at home and in professional activities. Products in such sizes are usually fixed on the walls.For small portable structures, desktop mirrors are chosen in smaller sizes: 34 by 17 cm or 11 by 11 cm. Such products are used at home for applying cosmetics.

The shape of the mirrors can be different: round, oval, square, rectangular, other shapes. Here are some tips to help you make the right choice:

• choosing a round product, you will visually give the room a larger volume;
• for a narrow room it is better to use a square mirror;
• in rooms with low ceilings, oval or rectangular models will look good;
• when choosing a horizontal rectangular product, you can visually expand the room, make it visually larger.

Round or oval mirror will perfectly fit into any interior. It is better to hang it on a rectangular wall in the center of the room, which will smooth out the corners.

A rectangular mirror is chosen taking into account the size of the wall. In the case when the wall is large and there are no other decorations, the mirror should occupy a large area, small items will not look very good.

A mirror is not only an object that is needed only to evaluate the appearance, perform cosmetic procedures, and do makeup. With the help of mirrors, you can complement the overall picture, emphasize a certain style:

• For classical interior models of strict geometric shapes in rich gilded frames will become relevant. A good choice would be the location of the model above the dressing table, fireplace. Place it at a pull-out table or on a bedside table. Here, products with a handle framed with pearls and beautiful carvings will be appropriate.

• For style Art Deco characterized by simplicity and sophistication.Mirrors are hung without a frame, complementing the interior with furniture in the style of the 30s. The furniture is chosen in a rounded shape with smooth lines, while the walls are decorated in soothing colors.
• For style high tech characterized by simple and strict lines. Furniture without unnecessary details, simple-shaped mirrors with wooden and metal frames, without carvings and decorations.

• Style country music suggests the presence of products made from natural materials. Mirrors and other objects in the room are framed with wicker, stone or wood materials. Frames are decorated with shells, mosaics, bouquets of dried flowers. Mirrors are ideally combined with grandmother's chests, lace napkins, knitted rugs.

With the help of a double or rotary product, you can complement the desired image. There are many different styles, sometimes there is a mixture of them. The mirror should complement the chosen style and look harmonious.

By combining a mirror with a backlight, image quality can be significantly improved. How to find the best solution, professional advice will help. To illuminate the mirrors are used:

• incandescent lamps, which can be found in an inexpensive product, they are short-lived and not very reliable;
• halogen lamps, they are more durable, can last up to ten times longer than conventional lamps;
• using fluorescent lamps, you can achieve lighting as close as possible to daylight;
• LED lighting is perhaps the most common and reliable.

LED lamps consume little electricity. LED-lamps can be of different colors, a special program can regulate its operation.

If you want to buy a mirror for yourself or as a gift, it is better to choose models from well-known manufacturers, such as:

• beurer;
• Gezaton;
• Pomedics;
• homedics;
• Babyliss.

Read the opinions of consumers, choose an interesting model for yourself. There are a lot of good reviews about the German company Beurer, here you can buy a variety of good quality models. The company offers models on stands, with a five-fold increase, with illumination, with rotation in two directions. Products are distinguished by high-quality chrome-plated finish with mother-of-pearl effect. The kit immediately includes batteries for LED lighting.

Buyers are advised to choose a model Beurer BS69, which combines two functions: the mirror can be placed on the table or mounted on the wall using a bracket.

Products from the French brand Gezatone have been pleasing customers for over 30 years. The company provides a large selection of models of different sizes, good quality and at an affordable price.

Mirror got good reviews BaByliss M2932E, it is recommended to be used in beauty salons, hairdressing salons, with its help the client can see the haircut and hairstyle from behind. A handle is provided on the case, there is a special loop to hang the product.

Using a certain decor, you can add an important accent, the product can become a hallmark of your home. You can make a frame with your own hands using wood, metal, decorate it with original additions. It is possible to do this on your own not only for a large frame, but also to decorate a small folding mirror with a magnet.

You can create interesting and original things using the sandblasting technique. Position the pattern in one corner or across the entire surface, although in this case you will cover part of the mirror.

Play with the lighting: using the backlight, you will decorate the mirror and create an additional source of light.Using touch lighting, you can give a room with such illumination a special sophistication.

How to make a real make-up mirror for makeup, see the following video.