Once the holiday hoopla has settled down, one of our favorite end-of-year past times is getting things in order…literally. Whether it’s donating clothes we’ve only worn once or scrubbing every inch of our apartment, there’s just something about clearing the space around us that makes ringing in the New Year a little more zen. However, we’d be remiss if we didn’t admit our beauty products drive us a little more crazy than other cluttered spaces.
Product junkies know that by December, our drawers and bathroom cabinets are filled to the brim with half-used samples, spilled palettes and other makeup finds we may or may not have forgotten about. The struggle is real, but de-cluttering is possible with a few foolproof tips. Ahead, Yuki Hayashi, Makeup Artist for Streeters, shares the easy hacks she uses to keep her own makeup kit in order, whether she’s on-the-go or on set. We have a feeling her tips will easily translate to whatever you’re dealing with at home. MORE: Collagen-Infused Products for Your Most Supple Skin Yet
Consolidation is Key
First of all, less is more. Most beauty products are small or medium-sized, which means things can be easily grouped together. Hayashi recommends dividing products and tools by how frequently you use them.
“I put my most frequently used products together in my basic bag such as moisturizer, foundation, concealer, eyebrows, mascara, blush,” she says. “I also put my most frequ...