8x Lighted Makeup Mirror
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About the 8x Lighted Makeup Mirror
When applying cosmetics and other precision facial care, an 8x lighted makeup mirror can be indispensable for a variety of reasons. From smoothing foundation, to plucking stray eyebrow hairs, a lighted cosmetic mirror with a high level of magnification is a must for every woman's beauty toolbox.
Magnification
Makeup, or cosmetic mirrors usually contain both a standard mirror, and a magnifying mirror on the reverse side. The 8x stands for the level of magnification. While many standard cosmetic mirrors offer a 1x magnification, demand for makeup mirrors with higher levels of magnification has increased in recent years. Magnification for cosmetic mirrors usually ranges between 1x and 12x. An 8x lighted makeup mirror, therefore, offers a very high level of magnification that will ensure accurate applications of makeup and facial care.
Lighting
Even in well lit areas, shadows and lack of direct light can create difficulty in applying cosmetics. Lighted makeup mirrors solve this problem by containing surround lighting that ensconces the sides or perimeter of the mirror. Professional makeup artists contend that this side, or surround lighting, is best when applying makeup. An 8x lighted makeup mirror combines both the efficiency of a high magnification with the necessary light beams to ensure flawless makeup application.
Lighting for 8x mirrors may be incandescent or fluorescent. Some of the lighting choices mimic natural daylight, which is the best light to judge the color and precision of makeup application. Different or adjustable light settings are also available with some 8x mirrors.
Styles
8x lighted cosmetic mirrors come in a variety of styles. The most popular include:
- Circular
Circular makeup mirrors often contain lighting around the edge of the mirror. One side typically offers a standard mirror view, while the reverse side will offer the 8x magnification, although various levels of magnification are offered as well, such as 3x by 8x. Some styles offer the magnified view and the standard view next to one another. Circular styles may be either freestanding or wall-mountable.
- Three Panel
Three panel lighted makeup mirrors typically offer two lights strips along the side of a central mirror. Two panels open to the side to produce angle side mirrors that provide a full range of vision for makeup application. These tri-fold mirrors may also offer standard or low magnification along with the 8x magnification. Rectangular styles are most popular with three-panel mirrors, but circular tri-fold styles and winged ovals are also available.
Travel
You don't have to resort to a tiny compact mirror just because you're traveling. Although travel mirrors are usually smaller than their standard counterparts, many travel mirrors offer high magnification levels such as the 8x. Travel mirrors with lighting are also easily available. Other options, such as hands free and adjustable cosmetic mirrors, are also available to allow you to look your best even in awkward or unexpected conditions, especially when using a makeup mirror on a flat surface is impractical.
Choosing Your Mirror
Mirrors are composed of glass, metal, and reflective coatings. Lower quality mirrors may have slight distortions, but these are not always visible to the human eye. To counteract this, look for professional or distortion-free mirrors. The price varies depending on not only the mirror's quality, but also the style, size, and the materials for the base and fixtures of the mirror.
You can purchase 8x lighted makeup mirrors from many department stores, home stores such as Bed Bath and Beyond, beauty supply stores, and online venues. Some brand names that carry 8x lighted mirrors include:
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