12 Not-So-Typical Makeup Organizer Ideas for a Better Beauty Routine
We’ve all been there: We’re standing in our bathrooms staring at the mountain of makeup and beauty products that have overflowed off our countertops and into the sink, onto the floor, and yes, you guessed it, into the toilet. And while the beauty industry (and with it, our personal collections) continues to expand, the size of our bathrooms, unfortunately, do not. We love a good space-saving solution, so why should our makeup products be deprived of the same luxury? From repurposing objects like trays and used-up candles to getting in touch with our inner handyman and hanging up a designated makeup shelf, we’ve got your organization needs covered. Read on for our makeup organizer tips and be sure to scroll to the end to shop some of our storage picks.
Turn to Your Medicine Cabinet
A tried and true storage hero. Take a cue out of beauty expert Jenna Rennert’s color-coordinated book and hide away your makeup in your already-built-in medicine cabinet.
Suction Cup It Up
Already filled up your medicine cabinet and all of the shelving units in your bathroom? Not to worry. Stack your makeup in small cups or trays that can be suction-cupped to your walls. Lean into the retro vibe and get creative with your placement.
Use a Basket
Let’s face it, baskets are the multipurpose gift that keeps on giving providing endless storage that meet all of our hoarding needs. Fill up your favorite woven friend with products to keep them out of the way, yet easily accessible. If showing off isn’t your thing, drop a light throw overtop to conceal (no pun intended) your makeup stash.
Lay It Out
Grab your favorite tray and add your most-used makeup products for a prime, ready-to-use position. Pro tip: Place said tray on your entryway table for easy access.
Reuse Candles
Everyone loves a candle, and if you don’t, you’re lying. Even our editor in chief says they make her feel like a “pampered lady when the going gets tough.” So why give them up once they’ve burned out? Remove any excess wax and voila, an aesthetically pleasing, upcycled, and completely useful makeup organizer.
Add a Shelf
One of the best ways to keep things out of the way is to literally get it out of the way. Hang a shelf specifically for your makeup products. Maybe add a candle or mini frame to spice it up a bit. You’ll thank us later when your products are stored away yet perfectly within reach.
Fill Up a Nail Polish Tray
If you haven’t caught on quite yet, multipurpose products are kind of our thing. Clean up an old acrylic nail polish storage container or just a good old fashioned makeup organizer and use it to house your smaller products.
Grab a Crate
This is probably one of the simplest ways to organize all of your makeup. And while the word crate hasn’t always been synonymous with decor, companies like Hay have made it easy to find crates that you actually want your guests to see.
Repurpose, Repurpose, Repurpose
Just like we love using empty candles, repurposing random containers we find around our homes has turned into quite the useful hobby. Mugs, plates, bowls, ashtrays, random cartons—you name it, we’ll use it.
Go for the Tiered Look
Get the most out of your space by storing your coveted makeup products in a tiered shelving system. This clears clutter and countertop space all in one go.
The Beauty Fridge
We couldn’t write about makeup organizer ideas and not mention Michelle Lee and her iconic beauty fridge. Store away all of your testy/climate-sensitive products in one compact mini fridge for the gods. Can you tell we really really want one?
Thrift a Vanity
If you’re craving the luxe feeling only fulfilled by sitting down at a vanity to do your makeup, don’t fret, this can be you! Turn to your local thrift or consignment stores for help hunting, or become an online-auction maven to find your perfect match.
Originally Appeared on Architectural Digest
