What features to look for in a makeup mirror
It’s generally best to do your makeup in daylight – who hasn’t stepped out after doing their foundation in artificial light and had a nasty surprise passing a shop mirror? We’ve all been there.
But if you don’t get a lot of natural light, or are often getting ready for the evening, there’s a great selection of light-up mirrors that not only help you see clearly, but often also come with cool and warm settings so you can do your makeup to suit the lighting you’ll be in.
If your eyesight isn’t the best or you want to get every last hair when you’re plucking, a magnifying mirror is a good option. After all, it’s hard to perfectly apply even the best eyeliner with your glasses on.
And if you’re on the go a lot, there are solutions to that too, with smart travel mirrors. There are also some vintage style hand-held mirrors, and stylish options for interior design fans that can be kept on display. These are our top picks.
The best makeup mirrors to shop in 2025
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The latest Beautifect model has x3 magnification across the entire mirror without distortion, ensuring you can see your makeup in perfect detail.
You can choose between light settings that mimic different environments (evening, daylight, bright sun) so you can see what your makeup will look like before you venture out. Its convenient fold-flat design also means it’s easy to store away in a drawer, leaving your dressing table clutter free.
Whether standing or hung, this Hollywood-style mirror will be a hit with both teenagers and adults. You usually see this type of mirror backstage at Fashion Week, and we’ve long lusted after something similar (preferably with a walk-in dressing room to match).
This design also has dimmable warm and cool light settings for evening and day.
This Rio design gives you multiple mirrors in one – there’s one large, main mirror, alongside multiple magnified side mirrors, so you can check your look from every angle. It also has dimmable LED lights – perfect for getting ready with, and capturing a well-lit mirror selfie.
This stylish smart mirror has three settings that accurately replicate daylight, evening and bright sun, letting you check your makeup is up to scratch in the same light conditions you’ll be seen in.
It’s got the seal of approval from our beauty editor Lynne Hyland, who likes the chargeable, cord-free convenience, and the fact the brightness can be adjusted on each setting, turning even the darkest room into a perfectly lit make-up studio.
Extra points for the detachable magnifying mirror, which is particularly useful for fiddly tasks like applying false lashes. It is pricey but for beauty buffs, it’s worth it.
Simple yet stylish, this makeup mirror would make an ideal option for a bathroom. Designed to bring a natural, earthy feel to any room, it will save you space as well as keep your everyday trinkets safe.
With a whopping 10x magnification, you can see everything with this lighted mirror. Designed to aid eyebrow plucking, it’s equally good for up close makeup application. Plus it’s handheld, making it a non-negotiable handbag essential.
This simple, slick design is rechargeable via USB, making it super portable. The longer you press the screen, the brighter the mirror becomes, and it can also be stored flat for ease, should you wish to hide it away when it’s not in use. Smart.
This handheld mirror is more about practicality, but we like the ergonomic design. There’s a comfortable, easy-to-grip handle and a nice wide area for seeing your full face (or hair). The only downside is having to hold it and do your makeup at the same time, but it’s good for quick check-ups and you can prop it up if needed!
This luxury compact mirror offers the best quality on the go. The light is sensor operated and goes out when slid into the pouch. It boasts 650 lux and a colour rendering index (CRI) of 95, which, in layman’s terms, means it closely simulates natural light’s full colour spectrum.
Combined with 3x magnification, it promises a hyper-clear view that shows every detail. The ring handle makes it easy to hold while using and also doubles as a handy stand.
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