Not everyone has the luxury of a full makeup room, especially if you're living in a small flat or busy city centre, but if you do have the space, it can be a genuine joy. Or even just a sub-section of a bedroom, having a corner dedicated to makeup is great.
But how do you create one that is comfortable, practical and of course… looks good. This guide focuses on the practicalities, and in our opinion, what really makes a cracking makeup room.
Invest In Proper Lighting: A Hollywood Mirror Makes All the Difference
Lighting can make or break a makeup application. That’s why a vanity mirror, the kind with evenly spaced bulbs that frame the edges, is a staple in professional settings.
These mirrors replicate daylight, helping you avoid patchy foundation or overdone bronzer, and they instantly make the space feel more luxe. Don’t skimp out either, cheap mirrors won’t be built well and will fall apart the minute you hang it on the wall. You get what you pay for here.
If you’re investing in only one thing for your makeup room, let it be this.
Keep The Room Warm Without Wasting Space: Add a Vertical Radiator
Makeup rooms need to be comfortable; no one wants to apply eyeliner while shivering. A vertical radiator not only offers strong heat output for those cold winter mornings but also takes up far less wall space than traditional horizontal ones, not to mention they look 10x better too.
Some designer models even come with full-length mirrors built in, which saves you the cost and space of buying a standalone mirror. It’s practical and polished, all in one.
Don’t know where to look? Try Trade Radiators, from our experience they do the highest quality and most affordable radiators at trade prices on the market.
Sort by Shade With A Good Palette Organiser
Eyeshadow palettes look gorgeous on display, but they’re prone to damage, as you may already have realised, especially when stacked high or placed loosely on a shelf.
A flat, upright palette organiser will keep everything visible, secure and will make your life much easier. Look for tiered models from online beauty suppliers, try to avoid shoddy dropshipping shops, often advertised by influencers on social media platforms.
Get a good palette organiser and you will be able to “file” your palettes so you can easily grab what you need without knocking anything over.
Buy Storage That Works: Think IKEA Kallax Units or Similar
Organisation is everything in a makeup room. Simple, modular storage units like the IKEA Kallax range are a goldmine for maxing out shelf space, drawer inserts, and baskets for your collection.
Add a few fabric bins or acrylic trays and suddenly you’ve got a clean, custom system that adapts as your routine changes. For smaller items or tools, ALEX drawer units are another makeup community favourite.
Put Skincare Front and Centre with a Dedicated Shelf
Your skincare deserves its own spotlight… literally. A well-lit shelf for serums, moisturisers, and cleansers keeps your daily essentials accessible. A dedicated shelf will encourage you to stick to your routine, and you’re much more likely to put it back where it came from, nice n’ neat!
Pulling It All Together
Creating the perfect makeup room isn’t about spending huge amounts of money, although if a new radiator is needed, then you may need to invest some cash into your setup.
Mostly, it’s about designing a space that makes your life easier and your routine more enjoyable.
Good lighting, clever storage, and a warm, comfortable room, that’s the brunt of it. With the right pieces and some thought about layout, your makeup room can become one of the most functional and favourite rooms to spend your time in.
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