I loveee my beauty tools, like brushes, my Clarisonic, etc, but I feel like that's been done so many times. I wanted to share the other tools I use every single day. I've got some unusual tools (and some unusual uses for things you already have). Please watch the video below for more in-depth descriptions on these tools (and hear my crazy Southern accent/awkward personality...I like to pretend it's endearing. I wish).
1. Orangewood Stick--Originally used for nails, I use this to open packaging, like palettes, compacts, or flip tops. My fingertips bruise easily (so weird) so I rely on these. If you do your nails and don't want to mess them up, you'll like this. Purchase online and at beauty supply stores.
2. Every Drop Makeup Spatula--Originally shared here, I use this to get out that last bit of product or to transfer product to a different container (like for travel). I like this for dispensing product onto a clean sponge or surface (instead of using my fingers). Online and at drugstores.
3. Eyebrow Razor--Yes, are great for quickly grooming brows, but I use it for dermaplaning, grooming those missed leg hairs (hey, it happens, y'all!), and to remove pills from my shirts and sweaters in a pinch. Online and in stores. These come in a variety of sizes and prices.
4. Pill Container--I use these to store false lashes! This came out of necessity--I was traveling and needed to store my false lashes, and it's how I've done it ever since. Provided the container is clean and sanitized, I've used these to store that last little bit of makeup/concealer/lipstick, and when traveling. I just tape them and store in Ziploc bags.
5. Spoolie & Interdental Brushes--A spoolie is a mascara wand. I use these to groom my brows, remove clumps from mascara, and to remove stray mascara. The interdental brushes are used originally for cleaning braces, but I use them just like a spoolie. See more uses for interdental brushes, here.
6. Portable Humidifier--Random! But if you have dry skin and/or allergies, you need one! I take this with me when I travel. Even in the car. LOVE. I originally shared it here and here. Try Amazon or Ebay.
If you are traveling, or have a small space, or just don't like clutter, you need to try these! Highly recommended. I use mine every single day! I go into more details in the video. Available in many stores and online at http://hotironholster and lilholster.com
What random beauty tools do you love?
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I want that holster! I like random gadgets... I wont put a hot iron in it but that nail polish pic is right up my alley!
ReplyDeleteThat holster is so convenient! I always have the problem of not knowing where to place my hot curler!
ReplyDeleteI definitely need one of those holsters for my curling iron...it's always all over the place!
ReplyDeleteI really need a holster! I always feel like I am going to set the house on fire! We cannot wait to meet you at the SBS Conference this summer!
ReplyDeletexo, Whitney and Blaire
Peaches In A Pod
Love the ideas for the eyebrow razors!!!
ReplyDeleteThese are like girl's life savers! I'm rally drawn to the hot tools holster and your tips how to use the pill container is great. Need to try it. Have a great day, babe xx
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I have something like the Hot Iron Holster. Mine holder 3 hot tool in it. I love it and it prefect for me due to I don't have much move in my bathroom
ReplyDeleteGreat way to use the eyebrow razor! Love the Lil' Holster, so many uses for it!
ReplyDeleteI really, really want to try that holster and the eyebrow razor!
ReplyDeleteCourtney ~ Sartorial Sidelines
This is AWESOME. I didn't even know they made portable humidifiers and I NEED one of those holsters! Thanks lady!
ReplyDeleteAwesome vid, Elle. Really must get that Hot Iron holster....why haven't I seen this anywhere before?!?! Waaaaaaa
ReplyDeleteOh my gosh! I am getting a makeup spatula today! It always drives me nuts when I can't get everything out of a bottle!
ReplyDeleteOmg I need the hot tools holder I usually keep my hot tools in my alex drawer which isn't the best option but the hot tools holder looks really amazing.
ReplyDeleteBeautetude
Oh I need that holster for my flat iron!
ReplyDelete-Sharon
The Tiny Heart
Oooh, I could use this Every Drop spatula right now as I'm trying to milk the very last bit of Bare Escentuals primer out of the bottle! :) Great list, Elle!
ReplyDelete-Ashley
http://lestylorouge.com
I love the holster - such a genius idea!! I like the portable humidifier - will have to tell my sister for the kids on that one!!
ReplyDeleteOk that hot tools holster is genius! Why didn't I think of that?
ReplyDelete<3, Pamela
sequinsandseabreezes.blogspot.com
loveeeeee the flat iron holder! so smart
ReplyDeletexo jillian - cornflake dreams
That hot tool holster is so freakin' cool. What a great idea (and then you don't have to worry about burning the house down!)
ReplyDeleteThe Hot Iron Holster and Lil Holster sound awesome! I'd never heard of them before.
ReplyDeleteI would love to try the holster! It sounds awesome.
ReplyDeleteThe pill container for lashes is so clever! I really love the Hot Iron Holster! That sounds like something I need! xoxo Lauren WillSingForMakeup
ReplyDeleteYou have some really good ideas here! I def have swiped more than one mascara wand applicator from Ulta to use on my brows before I finally got one! lol The pill container for falsies is great!
ReplyDeleteI love using eyebrow razors for dermaplaning! Your makeup goes on so much smoother afterwards!
ReplyDeleteLove this tips so much! Especially 1, 2 and 3 because they are going to be so useful... Thank you, Elle! x
ReplyDeleteThat hot iron holder looks awesome and I love those eyebrown razors!
ReplyDeleteAmazing post dear :-)
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The orangewood tip is brilliant. You are the beauty queen.
ReplyDeleteYou always find the best beauty tools Elle, I love the holster, it can be useful for so many things, haven't tried an eyebrow razor before, seems interesting. I enjoyed reading your views on my last post. Have a Fantastic Friday!
ReplyDeleteI had no idea they make mini humidifiers! I have horrible allergies too, so this sounds like a wonderful thing.
ReplyDeleteOh so many new tools that I didn't know about or you use them in a different way. I really need to get some of those orangewood sticks because I always break a nail when I try opening packages. I need that spatula too because when there's only a little left of a product I usually throw it away, so that would help so much. Oh and the holster would totally come in handy because I use a curler almost every day. I always learn cool things on your blog Elle! :)
ReplyDeleteNina
http://curvymod.blogspot.com/
I did not know they have a portable humidifier. Nice.
ReplyDeleteCool holsters! Love the idea of using the small one for a manicure on the go! T. http://tickledpinkwoman.blogspot.com
ReplyDeleteThe makeup spatula is genius! So many uses for the lilholders!! You are just too cute! Love the videos.
ReplyDeleteI need those holsters, and that pill container idea is genius!
ReplyDeleteI can't even begin to count how many amazing things I've discovered on your blog but this post takes the cake. First of all, I had no idea that an eyebrow razor existed - that in and of itself is huge news. But to use it for dermaplaning? Just brilliant!
ReplyDeletexox,
Cee
I can't come to your blog anymore--I find too many cool things I have to buy! haha!! I just bought a couple of the lil holsters and one of the hot holsters! can't wait to get them! :)
ReplyDeleteSo... confession-- years ago (for real, I haven't done this in a long, long time) I would literally shave my eyebrows. I did it nicely, you couldn't tell that I did it. And every day. It was before the eyebrow shaving "tool". It got to be a pain in the arse and it was rather dangerous, in my mind. I've got many friends that are pro the eyebrow razor but I just can't go back. With that being said, I just can't get to the "salon" that often to get waxed and I find myself always plucking. While I am blonde, I still have a few random strawberry blonde hairs that appear dark but also some blonde hairs that are annoying. Another than the eyebrown razor, what would you reccommend that won't make me go blind (wax, etc) or allow me to potentially injure myself! XO
ReplyDeleteHot Iron Holster *-* I'm a amazed! I want it so badly!!!
ReplyDeleteXxx boo
Carolina
www.theworldc.com
love the multiple uses for different thinks-especially the braces cleaners! how funny...I also think I need a hot iron holster--life changing!
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Erin @ http://www.truffles-ruffles.com/
I really need to try these Lil holders!
ReplyDeletexx Kelly
Sparkles and Shoes
I've been wanting to try one of those holsters forever. Good to know they work (I was skeptical about it actually staying in place), I may pick one up!
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