Cosmetic Organization

2020 Amazon Prime Day Picks!

by Katherine DiGiovanni | Oct 12, 2020 | Amazon, Closet Organization, Cosmetic Organization, Family Organization, Garage Organization, Kids Organization, Kitchen Organization, Neatnik Favorites, Time Management

It’s that time of year again! It’s Amazon Prime Day(s)! Neatnik has a few products to recommend. Check them out and let us know how they work for you!

Sharehouse 5-Shelf Garage Shelving

We use sturdy metal shelves like these all the time for our clients. They work beautifully in a garage, utility rooms, sheds, or other storage spaces. They’re durable, don’t rust, and won’t break. You can store so many bins and boxes on them and stack things in endless configurations. You will always use these shelves!

Regal Bazaar Double-Sided Hanging Gift Bag and Gift Wrap Organizer

Neatnik sees a lot of gift wrap situations and many of them are not in good shape. You have so many different types of products – rolls of wrap, gift bags, ribbons, etc. – and it can be challenging to keep them in order. For most people, a simple, inexpensive gift wrap organizer is all that’s needed to solve this problem. It can be hung in a closet or somewhere close to where you wrap your gifts. We highly recommend!

mDesign Plastic Free-Standing Water Bottle and Wine Rack Storage Organizer

Water bottle storage seems to be a problem in every kitchen. They’re big, not a uniform size, often have lot of parts, and tip over easily. It hard to find a perfect solution. We have found these water bottle racks work very well in pantries and kitchen cabinets. Give them a try and let us know if they work in your space!

AmazonBasics Slim, Velvet, Non-Slip Clothes Suit Hangers

Where to begin with these hangers? They allow you to hang more in your closet, fit everything and help you achieve a uniform, sleek look. Everyone needs these hangers in their lives. And they come in different colors and metal finishes. What more could you ask for?

mDesign Plastic Stackable Container Boxes

We love these little stackable containers for all the little bibs and bobs. These are great for craft supplies, toys, sewing supplies, small items in a linen closet or medicine cabinet, etc. And the clear acrylic is perfect for you to always see what you have.

iDesign Linus Rotating Turntable Organizer

The turntable organizer is a game changer for people with deep cabinets and shelves. Gone are the days when you forgot a bottle of vinegar in the back of the cabinet – put all your bottles on the turntable and always be able to see exactly what you have!

mDesign Plastic Portable Craft Storage Organizer Caddy

This caddy is perfect for craft supplies or other collections of items around the house. It looks nice on a shelf or can be moved around to use where needed. It has a sturdy handle so it’s perfect for kids. During these dog days of distance learning, it’s nice to have a place for all of the supplies to easily get put away!

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Video: Makeup Declutter Tutorial

by Katherine DiGiovanni | Mar 27, 2020 | Bathroom Organization, Cosmetic Organization, Project of the Day

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Project of the Day #9: Declutter Your Makeup

by Katherine DiGiovanni | Mar 26, 2020 | Bathroom Organization, Cosmetic Organization, Project of the Day

If your make-up collection is anything like mine, it includes the following types of items. Makeup you:

Like and use all the time
Thought you’d like at the store, but don’t
Wore when you were younger
Bought for a special night out that you don’t wear when special night out comes around
Got for free
Bought online that is not good

That about sums up my make up collection! I’m a bit of a reformed junkie – my collection is pretty under control, but I have purchased A LOT of make-up in my day. So I speak from experience when I provide to you the following steps to declutter your make-up:

Step 1: Take Everything Out

You know the drill by now! Take everything out of where you store it. Every last 1997 Revlon lipstick!

Step 2: Sort and Discard

Start by sorting everything by category – lipsticks, eyeliners, powders, etc.

Then go through each item. If an item meets the following criteria, then discard it:

You don’t wear it and would not wear it.
It is old.

Believe it or not, make-up has expiration dates. It’s painful to hear since many of us have spent loads of money on this stuff. Each piece should have a little symbol on it with a number in the middle. This indicates the number of months it is good for. It looks like this:

But if you can’t find that, here are some basic make-up expiration guidelines:

Eyeliner: 6 months to 1 year
Lipstick: 2 years
Mascara: 3-6 months
Blush, eye shadow, and other powder cosmetics: 1-2 years
Foundation: 6 months to 2 years

It’s like ripping a band-aid; just do it and get it over with!

Step 3: Clean

Wipe down the drawers or cabinets where you store your make-up and all of the containers. If your containers are really gross, take them to the kitchen and wash them with hot water and a bit of dishwashing liquid.

Step 4: Organize

Put your culled down collection back in a way that makes sense for you. Sort like with like – lipsticks together, foundation together, etc. If you’d like to get some new make-up organizers, here are a few that we like:

STORi Premium Quality Clear Plastic Makeup Palette and Brush Holder

hblife Clear Makeup Brush Holder Organizer

STORi Clear Plastic Makeup & Vanity Drawer Organizers | 10 Piece Set

mDesign Wide Makeup Organizer

Bonus Step: Wash Your Brushes

Don’t think about the last time you did this – you don’t need that kind of negativity in your life right now. Just get a bar of soap or some old shampoo and wash and rinse them all. You’ll feel so accomplished!

And now you’re done! Good for you. Try putting on a little bit of make-up everyday to make yourself feel a little more human. And maybe try out those lipsticks that you kept but weren’t sure about? Take a picture of your organized set-up and send it to us!