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By Jake Smith , Andrea Navarro , and Malia Griggs
Getting ready with the best lighted makeup mirrors is so much easier—you can get your foundation just right or draw a perfect winged eyeliner on the first try. Sure, you could do your makeup just fine under your bathroom’s harsh light bulbs or on your phone’s selfie mode, but who wants to squint for 15 minutes straight? Plus, having a mirror all to yourself is handy on days when you’re scrambling to get to work but your partner or roommate calls dibs on the bathroom mirror. Not to mention the right magnification can help you peep all of those important details close up—like eyebrow hairs to tweeze.
There’s no shortage of options if you’re looking to find the best makeup mirror. There are mirrors with built-in phone chargers and even ones that’ll tell you the weather (yes, really). To make the right choice for your skin care routine, consider these features:
Virtually every mirror includes 1x magnification so you can see yourself normally, and the most common zoom-in is anywhere between 3x and 5x magnification, which is perfect for tasks like applying your favorite foundation or lipstick. If you’re taking on more precise challenges like tweezing your eyebrows or removing peach fuzz with a dermaplaning tool, 10x magnification or even 20x magnification comes in handy.
In an ideal world, you’d have unlimited counter space to work with—but for many of us, that’s just not the case. Compact mirrors take up virtually no space and can slip into your bag for on-the-go makeup reapplication, while some countertop options are foldable to take up less space when not in use. If you’re really stretched for room, wall-mounted options might be your best bet.
Plenty of lighted vanity mirrors feature LED lights—something experts say is worth it, because they best mimic natural light. Many are dimmable and can cast multiple temperatures, including daylight, warm light, and cool light.
You don’t need to be an influencer to want to record your beauty routine. Thanks to a new generation of LED makeup mirrors with built-in phone holders and chargers, it’s never been easier to film yourself in action or to follow along with a makeup TikTok tutorial. Smart mirrors can analyze skin and point out red or dry spots, and the most advanced even connect to the internet and have Bluetooth speakers in case you want to play music or listen to a podcast as you go along.
Whether you’re looking for a professional tabletop vanity mirror with big bulb lights or want to get up close and personal with a compact, you don’t need to be a pro to get MUA-level looks. Below are the best lighted makeup mirrors you can buy—including plenty that Glamour editors and professional makeup artists tested and reviewed—from brands like Fancii, Simplehuman, and Riki Loves Riki by Glamcor.
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Don’t worry: The skinny in this mirror’s name refers to how thin it is, not to some misguided ability to make you look slimmer. It’s also an influencer’s dream—in addition to five stages of dimming for its LED lights, it comes with customized HD daylight lighting, a magnetic magnifying mirror, and a magnetic phone clip for—wait for it—the custom Bluetooth selfie function. “I haven’t snapped any pics of myself yet, but I’ve used this mirror daily for makeup application, especially in my dim work office, and find it to be a really useful tool in accurate foundation matching,” says Perrie Samotin, Glamour digital director.
The mirror is a favorite of professional makeup artists Ashleigh Ciucci and Douglas Otero because of its low profile, collapsible body, and white- and yellow-light options that are ideal for all skin tones. “It holds a six-hour charge at full power, so you can easily take it on vacation or to the office for afternoon touch-ups,” says Ciucci. The Riki is a bit of a splurge, but if you’re looking for a mirror that’ll make you look better on Instagram or YouTube, this is it.
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Want a basic, streamlined makeup mirror that fits on any dresser? The Hieey is simple, sturdy, and under $50. “This is my favorite makeup mirror because you can adjust the brightness, and it gets bright enough to make sure you’ve properly blended your makeup,” says Bailey Taylor, host and creator of the video series It Girl. The mirror is framed with 78 LED bulbs, rotates 360 degrees so you can get just the right angle, and includes a small detachable 5x magnification mirror in its corner. It has pretty much all the features you might need, especially if you’re tight on space.
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This top-rated, TikTok-loved vanity makeup mirror is basically the Cadillac of lighted makeup mirrors—and it comes with the price tag to confirm it. But what it sets you back financially, it more than makes up for with its high-tech capabilities and five-year warranty. First, let’s talk about its magnification. It comes with three different views: 1x, 5x, and a mini 10x half-moon that’s particularly great for seeing every single lash as you put on mascara. Its lighting capabilities are also unreal. You can run your finger along the rim of the mirror to make the lighting dimmer or brighter. And it automatically lights up whenever you look into it. “My favorite part, though, is that it’s cordless,” says Glamour contributor Lindsay Schallon. Charge it with its USB cord, and it holds its juice for up to five weeks. “My colleagues can confirm I use it an obscene amount at my desk. I don’t know what I’d do without it,” she says.
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This little guy is small enough for a carry-on or a desk drawer, and it makes midday or mid-flight check-ins super easy. “I love the side that has an illuminated ring light—it puts out a nice soft glow,” says Glamour contributor Erin Parker. But be warned: The 10x magnification mirror side might send you down a rabbit hole of nit-picking—you can see every detail.
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“I recently upgraded from my classic Conair mirror to this one, and I’m not disappointed,” says Glamour contributor Bella Cacciatore. “It has a large surface area so I can really see what I’m doing, yet the slim design takes up less space on my vanity than more traditional mirrors (and means more room for my ever-growing lipstick stash).” It has three different lighting settings to mirror office, daytime, and nighttime lighting, so your makeup looks correct no matter what time you’re getting ready. The best part, though, is that it’s cordless—it charges via USB—so you don’t need a plug-in. “I’ve used this mirror for over two months and never needed to charge it,” says Glamour commerce editor Malia Griggs. “It’s also just really pretty.”
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Lighting is really important when you’re getting glam. The wrong lighting, and you may find yourself walking out of the house wearing the wrong shade of foundation or too much contour or blush. This light-up mirror has three settings to suit your environment: office, natural day, and evening lighting. “I check through all of them when I’m done to make sure my makeup looks just right,” says Glamour contributor Khaliha Hawkins. It’s super easy to use and doesn’t require any batteries. And it comes with a detachable mini mirror that boats 15x magnification, so you can really nail any little details.
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Whether you’re an aspiring beauty blogger or just really like to take bomb selfies, this lighted mirror can help you up your Insta game tenfold. Ulta shoppers consistently give it 4.5 out of 5 stars. This is one of just many great reviews: “I’ve been needing a new vanity mirror. And this one did not disappoint! It makes my selfies even look amazing with the lighting it gives off. I also love how you can adjust the brightness and that the smaller mirror has a spot in the back so it’s out of the way when needed. I’ve already recommended this mirror to so many. It’s also always out of stock, so get it while you can.”
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The brightness level and color temperature on travel mirrors is often too harsh or not bright enough, but the one on this rose gold foladable compact mirror is just right. “The top, magnified side works at 10x magnification and lets you get up and close and personal, but the bottom mirror is by far my favorite for everyday use,” says Glamour editor Talia Abbas. “The quality is razor-sharp, and finally I don’t have to worry about putting on too much blush in the office.” The rechargeable battery lasts up to 30 days too.
Here’s an excellent gift for the girlie who bookmarks TikToks about beauty trends like coquette and cold-girl make-up. The Cosmirror has a detachable phone holder at its top, so you (or they) can follow along with tutorials to learn new techniques—or even record their own content, with the dimmable mirror serving as a ring light.
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If you’re not applying a full face every day, you likely won’t need this mirror with 12 bulbs. But if you’re one to always have a full beat, you’ll benefit from its wide range of lighting options and 360-degree swivel. “If you charge this mirror, it can work as a wireless one as well, which is why I like it,” says content creator Shelby Jack.
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This throwback makeup vanity mirror is like the one your mom probably still has tucked away in her bathroom cabinet. Light hits you differently in different environments—so get ready with this mirror and you’ll be prepared for all of them. Here’s what one enthusiastic Amazon reviewer had to say: “In my opinion, no other mirror compares to this. The ones with incandescent bulbs give off far too much heat and the light tends to be very yellow, which often has me skipping the bronzing powder and leaving the house looking like Casper. The light from this mirror’s bulbs are in the ‘Goldilocks zone’: not too cool, not too warm…just right.”
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If you’re someone who’s always on the go (or who tends to do their makeup in the car), you can reach for this portable mirror to help finish your face. It’s far easier to look into than a palm-size compact and is a favorite of makeup professionals because of its three light settings, as well as its slim size and foldable design, which make it easy to stow in a purse or backpack. It also stands up on its own, so you don’t have to prop it up against anything. “If you’re someone who values flawless makeup application while traveling, this LED mirror is an absolute must-have—it’s made my beauty routine so much easier and more efficient on the road,” one Amazon shopper writes.
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This mirror turns any surface into a glamorous, Hollywood-style vanity with its frame of big bulbs. Teen Vogue commerce editor Shauna Beni-Haynes says it's perfect size for her Ikea desk. “It’s not too big or too small, and I love that it comes with a stand, so I don’t have to worry about attaching it to a wall,” she says. “It has three lighting modes, which come in handy when I want to check if my undereye powder will give off flashback in darker settings. There’s also a small removable suction-cup magnifying mirror to help you get a closer look at harder to see spots. It’s truly a 10/10!”
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This high-quality touchless mirror features a Tru-Lux lighting system that simulates natural light, giving you the best picture of how you’ll look outdoors. Best of all, this mirror automatically lights up when you approach it—so you’ll never have to touch it and leave fingerprints all over it. “I love this mirror because of its amazing magnification (I can see every hair when tweezing my brows) and its dimming light options,” says Otero.
It’s also a favorite on Amazon, where it has 4.5 stars out of 5. Here’s one of many glowing reviews we read on the ’zon: “This is the perfect makeup mirror for brightness, and the magnification does not distort, it is gentle on the eyes when using. The bronze is a beautiful color. Perfect, perfect. I would buy this product again.”
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