How to organize your makeup: step by step and tips to help you

If you like makeup, you know that having an appropriate place for it is essential. But, not only that, it also needs to be well organized, especially because of the variety of existing products and accessories, such as brushes, sponges, lipsticks, etc. Therefore, each thing needs to be in its proper place to facilitate the day-to-day use.

In addition, cosmetics require specific care to have a longer durability. According to the personal organizer Sanne Lima, the conservation of makeup is essential, especially for skin health. Therefore, the organization is also necessary to prevent the products from spoiling faster than normal.

How to organize your makeup (step by step)

To leave your makeup well organized, follow the step by step instructions given by the professional:

Step 1: Sort through what you have

"First of all, you have to do a screening to see if you have any items that are out of date and unfeasible for use. It is essential to discard makeup that is past its expiration date," says Sanne.

The professional also recommends discarding spare items, which you know you will no longer use and which might be of use to someone else.

Step 2: Get everything nice and clean

For the brushes, you can use water and neutral soap and remember to leave them to dry: "For foundation, eyeshadow, lipstick, blush and eye pencil, always wipe with a tissue where there is an accumulation of product and that's it.Then wash in running water and let it dry".

Step 3: Separate products and accessories by category

Sanne explains that the categorization can be done by segment or even according to the usage routine. By segment you can do it this way: on one side, put everything that has to do with the skin, such as concealers, powders, blushes and foundations. On the other side, eye makeup, such as pencils, eyeshadow, eyeliner and mascara. In the third sector, leave mouth pencils, lip moisturizer, lip gloss and lipstick.

However, if you prefer to organize according to your use routine, separate the types of makeup for each occasion: day to day, work, parties, etc.

Step 4: Store in appropriate places

The personal organizer suggests using organizer boxes, preferably transparent ones, because they are practical and allow a better view. For those who keep their products in drawers, the tip is to use dividers to keep everything separated and organized. Another very useful tip is to put labels on the boxes or jars to identify each category or item.

50 make-up corners for you to get inspired

We have selected inspirations for make-up corners to help you organize yours:

1. store in cabinets

Here, the makeup was all stored inside the dressing table's cabinet. It is also a great option and avoids that accumulation of things exposed on tables and countertops. In this case, a very nice detail is the mirrors attached to the door. Just don't forget Sanne's tip: avoid storing makeup in the bathroom, because the humidity can damage the products.

2. a dressing table dream

In this example, in addition to the drawers, an acrylic trolley full of niches was used to store everything without error, and that can be moved around the room more easily. In addition, the mirror and the chair, both in a classic style,have made the place even more charming.

3. step by step: drawer dividers

With this video, you will learn how to make drawer dividers to help you store your makeup in a much more organized way. This is a super cheap project, as it is only made with cardboard and contact paper.

4. use and abuse of the jars

The ones in the photo are ceramic and have drawings of little faces and eyelashes, making the decoration of the room very thematic and cute. But, if you prefer, you can use plastic, acrylic, glass or any other material of your preference.

5. drawers can be great allies

For those who don't have space for a dressing table or large furniture, how about a drawer like this one? Here, each drawer was used to store a type of makeup, such as lipsticks, foundations, and eyeshadows. And there is even the top part, which can also be used for storage with the help of some organizers.

6. countertops with niches are great solutions

The glass base stands up, showing the separate niches for storage. The cabinet also has several drawers to further help with storage.

7. improvise a dressing table

How about a modern and improvised dressing table like this one? You can reuse a piece of unused furniture in your house or even assemble one with some pieces of wood. Then, all you have to do is decorate it your way. In this example, the top of the dressing table was decorated with glued pictures and engravings and, just below, with little Chinese dolls.In relation to the organization, glass jars, of the mayonnaise and canned food type, wicker baskets and a plastic organizer box were used.

8. for those who have a lot of make-up

If you have a lot of makeup, you need a well-organized corner, otherwise your daily routine won't be easy at all. In this example we see that a lot of organizers were used, especially for lipsticks and brushes. The drawers are also very big and spacious. Spaces like this are ideal for those who work with makeup and really need to have a lot of products.

9. trays are useful and elegant

Another option for organizers are these mirrored and metallic trays. They leave the products exposed, but still tidy, also contributing to the decoration of the environment. After all, there are many product packages that are beautiful and deserve to be visible, especially perfumes. You can mix several different models and sizes of trays. In this case, alsomore elegant bowls and pots were used to complement it.

10. step by step: inexpensive organizers for each type of makeup

In this video, check out the tutorial for making different types of makeup organizers using very cheap and easy to find materials.

11. everything matching

This beautiful baby blue dressing table made a beautiful combination with the glass organizer jars, which also followed the blue color, but in a darker shade. Glass jars are very useful and charming, especially the colorful ones like this one. You can use different shapes to make an even more original composition.

12. practical and functional shelf

Here, we see another option for those who can't or don't want to use a dressing table. A simple medium bookcase can be used to organize the makeup in a simple and practical way. And the top part can still be used for decoration, with flowers, pictures, and decorative boxes.

13. make a furniture set

Another great idea is to complement the small dressing table with drawers and other furniture to help with organization. In this example, the dressing table is very compact, with only one drawer, so to help with storage, a larger drawer was used right next to it, as if it were a set. This project even features professional studio lighting!

14. the more space, the better

In this example, several pieces of furniture were also used to help organize the makeup and cosmetics. However, in this case, the furniture is of different styles and does not follow a single line. The wooden one follows a more retro style and was used to store beauty products such as perfumes and creams. The turquoise cart is made of plastic and was used to store the makeup. Beside, we can also seea very large drawer that can further help this organization.

15. step by step: organizer box with lipstick holder

In this tutorial, learn how to make a beautiful makeup organizer box with a lipstick holder to decorate your desk or dressing table.

16. optimize drawer spaces

If you prefer to store your makeup in drawers, the best way to optimize the spaces is through the use of dividers. Thus, each corner will be well used, besides helping to sectorize the product categories. There are several models, made of different materials, including those you can make yourself. This one in the photo is made of acrylic.

17. flowered and organized dresser

Here is another beautifully organized dressing table! Here, we used a type of organizer that is also very cool and practical: the round mini bookcase. Besides being super charming, it is very useful for any kind of organization. In this case, it has two floors, but it is possible to find larger models and made of different types of materials.touch of romanticism to the environment.

18. keeping the environment organized is essential

Here we see another example of a large makeup collection that requires a lot of storage space. In this case, drawer dividers were also used, but this time they were made in the cabinetry itself.

19. ideal for small spaces

Here, the makeup corner was made inside the closet, with decorative squares and everything! This example is proof that it is also possible to have a small and compact corner for your makeup, especially if you don't use many products. The necessaire is great for these cases.beautiful combination.

20. step by step: brush holders and pearl trays

In this video, the do-it-yourself is a brush holder and a tray made of pearls, to help organize your dressing table and make it even more beautiful and well decorated.

21. table organized and ready for use

Another very good option for organizing the makeup are these plastic baskets. There are models of various sizes and colors, for you to use according to your preference. Besides the baskets, we used acrylic lipstick holders, little suitcase and cups. There is even a pot in the shape of a super cute and fun brigadeiro!

22. ideal for closets and large spaces

This large and spacious dressing table still has a shelf to help store the makeup. This solution is ideal for larger spaces, such as large bedrooms or closets, so you can also take advantage of it and improve the decoration.

23. crochet baskets make a beautiful and organized environment

These beautiful crochet baskets are also great accessories for storing makeup. Besides being beautiful and cute, they make the beauty room more practical and accessible. Just pay attention to keep the products well closed so they don't stain the baskets.

24. simple and neat corner

This little dressing table is pure charm, isn't it? Although it doesn't have many products and cosmetics, everything is in its place and easily accessible. Remember that it is not necessary to keep a lot of things accumulated if you don't use them. Donate or dispose!

25. step by step: Chanel brushes holder and Tiffany & Co perfume tray

With the video above, you will learn how to make a personalized perfume tray and brush holder inspired by the great jewelry and perfume brands, Tiffany & Co. and Chanel. It looks cute and has everything to do with the makeup theme!

26. acrylic organizers are a success

Look at the classic acrylic drawers and organizers! This is one of the favorite materials to store makeup, because they are super practical, transparent, and easy to clean. There are several models, ranging from the smallest to the largest, and with various storage spaces.

27. compact and modern

If you don't have many products and cosmetics, there is no need to have a very large dressing table, just a small counter with a mirror and some organizing accessories and everything will be solved.

28. suitcases are also great options

For those who like to keep everything very well organized, a good option are suitcases like the one in the picture. They usually have several compartments, including some that are extendable and retractable. You can keep everything very well organized and without taking up too much space in the closet.

29. organize according to your needs

Look what a charming and cozy makeup corner! Besides being superbly decorated, it has all the organizational elements mentioned here: acrylic drawers, lipstick holders, pots for brushes, trays and, in this case, even a special place for the hair dryer. Have you ever thought of having a space like this to apply makeup for that important event?

30. step by step: dressing room suitcase

How about a dressing room suitcase to apply makeup in style and still leave everything well stored? The style consultant and personal stylist Gabriela Dias teaches the step by step in her channel Gurias Vaidosas. A very cool and creative idea for those who love to put their hands in the dough.

31. dressing room style dressing tables are great for makeup

Here, we see another model of dressing room style dressing table, which is a great success in the universe of makeup fans. This one has a large and spacious drawer, with drawers with dividers, which are great for storing this type of products.

32. perfect space for makeup lovers

This is a very large dressing table, with high shelves, drawers, and built-in lighting.

33: Simple, yet charming

Here, only the brushes were exposed in the little pots, and all the rest of the products were stored in the zebra print box. The heart jar and the flower vase made the room even more beautiful, proving once again that less is more.

34. set up the corner according to the amount of products

Here, we see another piece of furniture with wide drawers, ideal for those who have a lot of make-up. If you chose to use a piece of furniture that doesn't come with a mirror, just put one on the countertop or buy those little ones. In this case, both solutions were used, where the little one works as a kind of mini dressing room due to the lighting.

35. step by step: modular make-up holder

In this video, the idea is to make a modular makeup container, i.e., one that is attached to the wall. It is a super versatile and very practical idea, and is also super easy to make and cheap, since it uses reusable materials.

36. romantic and feminine

In this picture, we see another super organized and well decorated dressing table. The illumination was on account of the blinking lights hanging along the mirror. The environment is more clean, but the touch of color was with the pink tones present in the box, the flowers and even the perfumes.

37. modern and stylish dressing room

This super modern dressing room used a beautiful mirrored tray to organize the makeup.

38. mirrors everywhere

This dressing table bets on mirrors as decorative elements. There are several in the place, even the small organizer drawer is mirrored. Also used was the mini round bookcase with two shelves and beautiful decorated glass jars as brush holders. Not to mention this super comfortable and inviting fuzzy chair.

39. multi-purpose organizer

These multi-purpose organizers, with different types of storage, are great options to optimize space on your dressing table or countertop. You can store lipsticks, pencils, brushes, nail polish, eye shadows, and even perfumes and hair sprays.

40 - Step by Step: Makeup Holder with Toilet Paper Rolls

This is a beautiful and sustainable option, as you will be reusing a product that would otherwise be discarded.

41. a real make-up showcase

Here, we see another makeup corner set up in a smaller space, where most of the products were exposed. Besides the drawer, a shelf with niches was used to help in the organization. The mirror was attached to the wall and the lighting was provided by a lamp.

42. make sets with what you have

This is yet another simple and organized dressing table! Since the resident has Chanel perfumes, she also used Chanel brushes to form a set. The flowers made all the difference in the decoration.

43. make the most of the spaces

In this case, we see another example of countertops with inner niches and transparent tops. Notice that even though the niches have already been used to store many things, the resident still put many products displayed on the dressing table. The golden tray made a beautiful combination with the decorative glass of the same color.

44. decorate and organize creatively

Look how cute is this little set of pearls! It has a tray, a pot, and even a mirror with a kitty's ear. The environment is organized and decorated with the face and personality of the person who uses it. It also made a beautiful combination with the wallpaper, also very delicate. Isn't it cute?

45 Step by Step: Makeup Palette Holder

In this tutorial, you will learn how to make a palette holder. This is a very interesting organizer, since there are palettes of various sizes that end up taking up too much space, often getting scattered and loose on the countertop.

46. a different idea for storing the brushes

Look what a cute idea to keep your brushes always preserved and organized! Just use a glass or acrylic jar and fill it with beads, pebbles, pearls or even coffee. The effect is amazing!

47. How about organizing everything in a cart?

This solution is super practical, functional and optimizes a lot the space, especially in small environments. This example in the photo even comes with labels to write what's inside. Very cool, isn't it?

48. wall-mounted dressing table

This wall-mounted dressing table is also super compact, organized with acrylic boxes and organizers, including a cute little jewelry box, complete with ballerina and everything!

49 Step by step: drawer organizer

With this video, you can learn how to make a beautiful drawer organizer to make your make-up corner even tidier and more decorated. The piece is made with cardboard and fabric, which means it's very cheap!

Simple attitudes such as having a cleaning routine and leaving everything in its proper place can make your day to day easier, especially when you are in a hurry and need to do that special make-up.