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The best ways and places to store cosmetics

The best ways and places to store cosmetics

The best ways and places to store cosmeticsMessy makeup? Taking care of your cosmetics and storing them properly will extend the products' shelf life and eliminate clutter.

Many of us rely on cosmetics to give our skin a healthy, flawless look. Unfortunately, we don't always take care of our makeup, leaving it lying around the bathroom or rattling about in our purses. Proper storage of cosmetics increases their shelf life and is essential for keeping your skin healthy and beautiful. And with the variety of cosmetic cases and other storage options available, there's no excuse not to go out and get organized!

MAKEUP STORAGE AND CLEANLINESS. The most important thing to remember in storing makeup is to keep it out of direct sunlight. Light and heat can degrade the products' preservatives, not to mention bleach out the colors over time. Keep your makeup in a cool, dry room. (This goes for fragrances, too.) It may seem most convenient to store cosmetics in the bathroom, but the constant changes in heat and humidity every time someone takes a shower may affect the products. Moreover, it isn't sanitary: studies show that every time a toilet is flushed, bacteria is released into the air, settling on every surface in the room. You definitely don't want to leave your makeup and brushes lying out there!

AT-HOME STORAGE. A hard-sided train case (Samsonite is a good brand) or multi-shelf cosmetic box (like the kind made by Caboodles and sold in department stores) is ideal for storing cosmetics at home. In fact, any box with separate compartments may be used to keep products from rattling around, breaking, or smudging each other. Molded plastic cases are practical because they are easily cleaned. If you choose to keep your cosmetics in a drawer, use a compartmentalized cosmetic tray (an odds-and-ends desk drawer tray from an office supply store will also work and may cost a bit less). Keep cosmetic brushes and applicators in their own compartments and clean them with soap and water on a regular basis.

TRAVEL CASES. Frequent travelers will definitely want to invest in a sturdy train case for makeup and other personal care items. Professional-quality aluminum cases are good for this; they're relatively expensive, but a good investment. Look for one with a shoulder strap for added convenience. If traditional leather luggage is more to your liking, find a well-made piece that is fully lined with a spill-resistant material and contains easily accessed pockets and compartments. If affordability is an issue, go ahead and take an inexpensive plastic case. Just be sure that it is durable and can take a lot of knocking around in overhead bins and car trunks. When traveling, avoid leaving your makeup kit in a hot place like a locked car; everything will melt! If you fear that exposure to heat is going to be unavoidable, invest in a small freezer pack or two and keep them in your case when you're on the go.

FOR YOUR PURSE. Let's face it: the purse is the most common place to keep makeup, and is often the messiest. Who hasn't cracked a lipstick tube or broken a compact hinge when fumbling around in a purse? Hard-sided lipstick cases and small, zippered leather makeup bags are a necessity for keeping your cosmetics intact and your purse clean. If you're prone to having a dozen lipsticks littering your purse, a palette compact is the perfect storage item for you. This slim unit contains a mirror, lip brushes, and a number of wells; all you do is add a slice of each of your lipsticks to the wells and there you go: many colors, one small compact.

Kitchen Cart & Kitchen Island Care Guide: How to Clean and Maintain Your Cart or Island

Kitchen Cart & Kitchen Island Care Guide: How to Clean and Maintain Your Cart or Island

Kitchen Cart & Kitchen Island Care Guide: How to Clean and Maintain Your Cart or Island The following care and cleaning tips can help ensure that your kitchen cart or island is sanitary and looks great!
Kitchen Carts with Stainless Steel Countertops
DO:
  • Use cleaner such as Dow Fantastic or Glass Plus.
  • Remove scratches with a Brillo pad and move it down surface, with the grain.
  • Remove smudges or streaks using vinegar mixed with water, applied with a soft cloth.
    DON'T:
  • Allow liquids or food particles to stand on stainless for prolonged periods.
  • Use chlorine bleach or an abrasive cleaner.

    Kitchen Carts with Granite Countertops
    DO:
  • Clean granite surface with a few drops of neutral cleaner, stone soap, or a mild dishwashing detergent mixed with warm water.
  • Rinse the counter after washing using a soft cloth.
  • Blot up spills immediately.
  • Dust frequently.
    DON'T:
  • Use too much soap or cleaner; it will leave streaks.
  • Use acidic or abrasive cleansers such as vinegar, lemon juice, soft cleaners; this will etch the surface.

    Kitchen Carts with Butcher Block or Wood Countertops
    Butcher Block Tops
    DO:
  • Once a month, apply an even coat of mineral oil.
  • Apply oil in direction of wood grain, allowing it to soak in for a few minutes before removing any residue with a clean, dry cloth.
  • Scrape the block with a steel scraper or spatula after use to remove 75% of the moisture and prevent deterioration. Afterwards, dry thoroughly.
  • Turn over periodically to allow even usage.
    DON'T:
  • Use linseed, tung oils, polyurethane, or varnish
  • Allow moisture of any type to stand on the block for long periods of time.
  • Cut continuously in the same place on your butcher block.

    Kitchen Carts with Hardwood Countertops
    DO:
  • Use a soft cloth and lemon oil polish or lukewarm soapy water.
  • Buff dry.
  • Fill in cracks with a wood filler to deter crumbs from gathering in cracks.
    DON'T:
  • Use glass cleaners, commercial waxes, or polishes.
  • Place hot kettles, pots, etc on surface, as they may leave marks.
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