Table mirror with lighting: pros and cons

A good and well-chosen makeup can transform the appearance of a woman. In order for the cosmetics applied on the face to look natural and neat, first of all you need good lighting. This can be achieved by using daylight or additional lighting.

There are several main types of illuminated mirrors. Each of them has its own characteristics and distinctive features. These include the following.

This mirror is mounted directly on the wall. Lamps are located around the perimeter. The type of light is selected depending on the needs and the room. It can be incandescent bulbs, LEDs or led lights. Bulbs can be battery powered or mains powered.

For those who want to look perfect every day, there are backlit desktop makeup mirrors. They are compact, they can be moved or taken with you on a trip. They are very convenient to use at home, especially if you have no place in the apartment to hang a makeup mirror on the wall.

Desktop design is a mirror decorated in a frame. It is mounted on a special leg, thanks to which it can be conveniently placed on the surface. Also, there are mirrors without legs, and on the stand. This option is more compact.

Usually the mirror has a round shape. It is rather small and does not take up much space, in contrast to the wall version.

Lamps are located inside the frame. LEDs are commonly used as lamps. LED lighting with LEDs is also popular. Lighting can be cold or warm. Consider this when buying and choose the model that is more suitable for your skin type. More expensive models are equipped with the ability to adjust the level of illumination and choose cold or warm lighting.

Many of the desktop mirrors can rotate. Thanks to this, you can change the position by tilting it depending on your needs. It means that in order to make up the eyelashes, you do not need to tilt your head, just enough to turn the mirror.

Table mirrors usually have two sides. One of the parties has at least 2-fold increase. The magnifying side allows you to see all the bumps and skin imperfections makeup. This function is important in the case when you need to draw in detail the arrows on the eyes or apply a special makeup.

The stores offer a wide range of mirrors that you can use at any place convenient for you. When choosing, pay attention to the following parameters: size, coating, backlight, effect of increase. These are the basic parameters by which products may differ from each other.

First, decide how you will use the mirror. Consider the frequency of use, primary location of use and the need to take it with you on trips. Starting from this, choose the size you need.

The average size is the size of 25x30 centimeters.

As you know, mirrors differ in their properties depending on the coating applied to them:

• Products with silver coating are of particular accuracy, the reflection in them is very clear. They feel good in the bathroom, where there is a high level of humidity. The sun's rays and heat also can not spoil it.
• Titanium coated mirrors are not as durable. The reflection in them is not so clear and a bit distorted. However, among these products there are very worthy representatives.
• But the aluminum coating on the mirror greatly distorts the image. Consider these factors when purchasing and carefully study your reflection.

The following types of lamps are used as backlighting:

• Incandescent lamps. Mirrors with such lamps can be found in older models. Such devices operate from the mains, which is not very convenient. In addition, they tend to heat up and quickly burn.
• Halogen lamps. These lamps work well in high humidity environments. If you often spend time at the mirror in the bathroom, then this is what you need.
• Fluorescent lamps. These lamps are also called fluorescent lamps. They are as close as possible to daylight. Work long enough.
• LED bulbs. LED bulbs today are the most common in all types of products. They shine brightly and have a long service life.

Table mirrors can be one-sided or two-sided. On the back is a mirror with a zoom effect. They are convenient, first of all, for carrying out cosmetology procedures at home. The thickness of the product is an average of five millimeters. Carefully inspect the mirror, it should not distort the image.

Let's take a closer look at the most popular desktop makeup mirrors.

Babyliss mirrors are represented by a wide range. You can choose the one that suits you in terms of price and quality.

They are distinguished by high durability, quality and convenience. Simple one-sided models without the increasing side and LED strip lighting are suitable for those who like light makeup.

If you want more, the option with an eightfold increase and the ability to change the backlight level is what you need. Feedback on babyliss products is positive in most cases. Women are satisfied with their purchase. The cost of the product varies from 3400 to 6200 rubles.

Products beurer is popular among novice makeup artists. They are very durable and convenient to use. Magnifying properties at height. The cost varies from 2100 to 6200 rubles.

Another cosmetic makeup mirror with light, which is perfect for use at home. You can choose different backlight options and zoom level. The cost varies from 1000 to 4000 rubles.

Having learned in more detail about desktop mirrors with illumination, it is possible to draw the following conclusions about their advantages and disadvantages.

The main advantages of the desktop version are:

• possibility of use in any convenient place;
• choosing a compact version, you can take it with you on a journey or even to work;
• the mirror, which has the function of magnification, allows for light cosmetic procedures and, if necessary, applied makeup in detail.

The disadvantages of a desktop mirror, in comparison with a wall mirror, are, perhaps, only a small viewing angle.

We hope that this article will help you decide on a purchase and make the right decision.

In the next video you will find a review about the cosmetic mirror with illuminated Babyliss 8437E.