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• Steps
• Tips
• Warnings
• What do you need

Very often, a cosmetic bag turns into a messy heap, where everything is mixed with each other. If digging through your makeup bag is taking longer than putting on makeup, you should read the following tips for organizing your makeup.

Steps

1. 1 Take a time and find a large space where you can lay out all the things you intend to use.
2. 2 Lay out all your makeup and facials. See what you have. Most often, the cosmetic bag contains:
   • Make-up base or foundation, which is used before applying other cosmetics.
   • A concealer that is applied to hide redness, scarring, acne and other imperfections in the skin.
   • A blush that adjusts the contours of the face and gives it a fresh look.
   • Shadows (there are types for almost any skin tone).
     
     
     • Neutral tones that are used on a daily basis should be put into your purse for your everyday makeup.
     • More exotic and saturated colors can be used during holidays or special events.
   • An eyeliner that is applied along the lash line, top and bottom.
   • A powder that helps set the foundation and prevents it from smudging quickly.
   • Look for a good shade of lipstick or lip gloss. Choose a product that will blend in with the rest of your daily makeup.
   • You can also use bronzer to give your face an extra tint. An irreplaceable thing in the summer if you do not like to sunbathe, but want to give your face a tanned look. The bronzer can be used daily, according to the season or on holidays.
3. 3 Think about what you are applying daily and what is not. What do you have enough time for every day, and what do you only use on holidays? Distribute everything into 5-6 piles according to the purpose:
   • Daily
     • These are the primary colors that go with just about any outfit and go with your lipstick. Choose what you need if you don't want to carry a whole suitcase with you every day.
   • Skin care products
     • This includes moisturizers, makeup removers, serums, sunscreens, acne products, and more. You can also add cotton pads, ear swabs, and more.
     • Makeup remover may be necessary if you travel, exercise, or don't like to wear makeup all day. To save space, buy moisturizing makeup remover wipes.
   • Festive
     • This includes vibrant colors, shades you don't always wear, products that only match certain clothes, Halloween makeup, shimmery powder for the club, fake eyelashes, and anything else you rarely use.
   • Seasonal (optional)
     • Depending on the time of year, your skin tone may change. People who tan quickly or often use a different foundation and powder in the summer. If you love sunbathing in the summer, make a separate pile of dark shades for the summer.
4. 4 Get rid of any old, expired, broken, or irritating skin. Old cosmetics accumulate bacteria, causing flaky skin or acne. In addition, old cosmetics do not adhere well to the skin. Shelf life of various types of cosmetics:
   • 3 months
     • Mascara
     • Liquid eyeliner
   • 6 months
     • Eye foundation
     • Eye cream
     • Basic shadows
     • Creamy eyeshadow
     • Any other creamy or gel-like eye products
     • Face powder if you have brushes or sponges available to apply the product.
     • Creamy foundation
   • 1 year
     • Liquid foundation or makeup base
     • Moisturizers
     • Concealer tube without applicator
   • As much as you like
     • Loose blush
     • Loose shadows
     • Eyeliner in the form of a pencil
     • Bronzer
5. 5 Put nail polish and nail polish remover in your cosmetic bag if you have a daily or frequent manicure. Otherwise, put them in a separate cosmetic bag with nail polish and store them separately.
6. 6 Examine your makeup tools. Are they of proper quality? Dirty? Lying at the bottom of the bag? So the brushes get dirty very quickly and bacteria appear on them. Throw away any used sponges and buy a good set of brushes.Get rid of sponges that are stained with foundation or powder. Clean brushes will prolong the life of your cosmetics by reducing bacteria and oil on them. You can find brush sets in the cosmetics section. In addition, in the set, the brushes will be arranged in the correct order, and the special tips will protect them from dirt. Here's what's usually included in the kit:
   • Foundation brush or special sponges
   • Powder brush
   • Blush brush
   • Large eyeshadow brush
   • Small or pointed eyeshadow brush
   • Lipstick brush
   • Concealer brush
7. 7 Clean brushes if necessary. Sharpen the eyeliner and wipe the tip with a cotton ball soaked in alcohol. Soak brushes in an antibacterial soap solution and rinse with water until clean. Discard any broken, frayed, or overly dirty brushes and replace them with new ones.
8. 8 Examine each pile and find the appropriate purse or container for each. If there are none, it's worth buying. It is better to purchase a cosmetic bag a little larger than a little smaller.
9. 9 Go shopping at your nearest pharmacy or beauty store to purchase cosmetic bags and containers. Make sure you buy cosmetic bags for all of the piles, including the brush set.
   • Travel suitcases usually have solid walls and many shelves and compartments for distributing cosmetics. They can be large and heavy, but they protect cosmetics well.
   • There are many different sizes and types of bags and containers. Choose those that are specifically designed for makeup. They should be easy to wash, close to avoid leakage of cosmetics, and have additional protection inside.
   • Small accessory cases are usually larger than travel bags, are cheaper, and are great for cosmetics. All your cosmetics will be neatly arranged, and you will immediately see the necessary elements, especially in preparation for the holiday. Since you don't carry all your makeup with you, it can be very easy to forget what you already have.
   • If you don't carry makeup with you and only apply makeup at home, you can store your daily makeup in a basket or drawer.
10. 10 Use plastic containers to store your daily makeup on a shelf under the sink or in a cabinet. Daily cosmetics should be easily accessible.
11. 11 Distribute your makeup in appropriately sized bags and containers.
12. 12 Store cosmetics that you do not use on a daily basis in a separate cosmetic bag in accordance with the categories above.
13. 13 Store your blush separately to keep it clean and protect it from damage.
14. 14 Lie back and take a deep breath. Your makeup is distributed, and from now on, your daily makeup will be less stressful and more effective for you.

Tips

• Buy quality cosmetics that match your skin type (normal, oily, dry or combination) and your complexion (light, pale, medium, dark, olive, dark, etc.)
• Buy cosmetics from the same brand. Don't mix brands. Skin products (cleansers, moisturizers, etc.) are designed to complement each other. Mixing different chemicals can damage your skin.
• If you use a variety of shades every day, be sure to change them in your bag before you go out.
• If you have the opportunity to order American products, buy a Caboodle cosmetic box. It has 6 shelves for storing cosmetics, as well as a huge space below. Store your blush separately!
• You can choose your criteria for the sorting of cosmetics.
• Use small pouches to organize space in a large box. In this case, the bags in which you put cosmetics in the store at the time of purchase may come in handy. Use pouches to separate products for eyes, lips, and more.
• If you have a lot of products or samples that don't match your skin type or tone, exchange or donate cosmetics to a family member or friend.
• You can buy a blush brush from an artist store. Choose a high quality natural fiber brushes of the right size. They will last you longer. Wash every new brush before using it for the first time.
• If you need a large container and don't care what your cosmetic bag looks like, use a regular toolbox.

Warnings

• Never share makeup, brushes, or sponges with your friends. If not, rinse or clean them immediately before reuse. Bacteria and fats from their skin can get onto your makeup and cause acne on your skin.
• Makeup often breaks or leaks. Look for pouches or purses with locks or Velcro so you don't ruin the rest.
• Dirty brushes cause acne.

What do you need

• Bags, boxes and containers for various cosmetics
• Trash can
• Brushes or brush set
• Cosmetics