From sponges to blackhead vacuums, the market is full of gadgets to help you maximize your beauty routine. Finding a tool that simplifies literally any aspect of our makeup routine (or just makes it more fun) is our favorite hobby outside of the office—that's why we've rounded up the most essential beauty tools that every makeup lover should own.
Read on for our top picks.
This daily care steamer and humidifier is perfect for opening your pores for improved product penetration. The better your skincare is absorbed, the better canvas you have for makeup application.
This product is essentially a velvety washcloth that removes every trace of product when you wet it—no cleanser required. Pretty genius, right? All you do is wet the pad with water, then lightly buff over your face in a circular motion to remove makeup on the face, lips, and even eyes. Each Halo is reusable—just throw it in the washing machine.
Don't let any other lookalike sponge fool you, the Beauty Blender makeup blending sponge reigns supreme. This water activated sponge helps you blend foundation, liquid highlighters, cream blushes, and so much more. And since it's reusable, you'll definitely get your money's worth. Formulated to absorb minimal product, the makeup stays on your face and doesn't get absorbed (i.e. wasted) by the sponge. Extend the life of your blender by cleaning it regularly with Beauty Blender Liquid Cleanser.
This at home dermaplaning tool helps create a smooth canvas for makeup by removing the oldest layer of dead skin cells, along with peach fuzz and and surface debris that has built up on your skin over time. According to Dermaflash, a clinical study found that the texture, tone, and radiance of skin was instantly improved after just one use of the device, helping skincare to absorb more efficiently and allowing for flawless makeup application.
This rotating makeup organizer helps keep all of your makeup, skincare, and fragrances neatly organized for easy access. You can store everything from makeup brushes to skincare in this easy-to-spin holder, featuring clear, adjustable trays for optimal customization and visibility.
This easy to use makeup brush set comes with everything you need for a starter set of makeup brushes, perfect for daily use and travel. With an angled foundation brush, concealer brush, eyeshadow brush, angled liner and blush brush, you have all the bases covered. To boot, everything is cruelty-free and made from recycled aluminum and plastic (with 20 percent cotton and 80 percent bamboo fibers).
Say goodbye to bad lighting and leaning over your sink to look into your bathroom mirror—you'll never be the same after using this light up glam stand from Glamcor. A lighted perimeter lets you see every detail when applying makeup in the morning or evening for a perfect finish, and features dimmer settings, a rechargeable battery, and a selfie timer function.
I don't know who needs to hear this... but wash your makeup brushes. This ultrasonic makeup brush cleaning device cleans multiple brushes at once in three cycles (wash, rinse, and dry) without damaging the delicate bristles. Clean your brushes with BrushPearl once a week for sanitation and the prevention of blemish-causing bacteria.
If you're a makeup lover, you've probably woken up to your fair share of blackheads and clogged pores. This device allegedly "vacuums" grime from your pores, and plenty of skincare addicts swear by it. First, steam the face to open your pores, and then gently glide the device over your skin to rid it of all dirt and clogged pores (focusing on areas where you're prone to blackheads).
Ever applied mascara only to accidentally tap your lids or brows with the wand? This mascara "shield" helps you apply mascara to the tops and bottom of eyelashes without the dreaded smudges. Place on eye, apply mascara liberally, and don't worry about anything else, k?