How To Curate Your Beauty Cabinet & Shower Caddy
We're big believers that getting ready each day should be a moment to connect with self – but we understand that sometimes it can be more like a race out the door. Organising and de-cluttering your bathroom can streamline the process and make your whole morning routine much more enjoyable. Read on for simple ways to curate your beauty cabinet and shower caddy.
DO A PRODUCT STOCKTAKE
Start by gathering all the skincare, beauty and body care products that you already own. If you're anything like us, you've probably amassed quite a few. Check that each product is still within its used-by date and responsibly dispose of any that have expired. If you have any products that aren't being put to use, think of how else you might be able to incorporate them into your routine to reduce wastage. For example, an oil that wasn't ideal for your face could easily be used on your cuticles, or a serum might make its way down to your décolletage.
ORGANISE BY CATEGORY
Sort products into different categories – makeup, facial skincare, nail polishes, brushes and tools. Then invest in the right organisational accoutrements to display everything visually in your vanity and shower. We love clear containers, makeup storage drawers and dividers. You could show off your most-used products on the countertop via a beautiful decorative tray or functional lazy susan. Freestanding aluminium shower caddies can help to optimise space in small showers, while allowing easy access to your favourite body care products.
GO BACK TO BASICS
Once you've done an inventory of your products, work out if there are any gaps you may need to fill. Pare back your routine to make sure you're covering off the basics for face and body: cleanser, exfoliator, moisturiser and SPF50. Then begin to add in extras like hydrating masks, active serums, targeted treatments for specific concerns and devices (we're big fans of LED).
MAKE SPACE FOR BEAUTIFUL THINGS
Your daily routine should make you feel good and bring joy. A few luxurious touches can go a long way in elevating the experience. We like to repurpose used glass candle jars into makeup brush or lip gloss holders – simply clean out the last remnants of wax and away you go. You could also reach for a soft organic cotton hand towel or upgrade your current tools (the LUI RAZOR is a great place to start!).