How to Organize Your Makeup Drawer Using the KonMari Method

1. How to Organize Your Makeup Drawer Using the KonMari Method Any beauty lover knows how quickly makeup products can pile up. From foundation bottles to eyeshadow palettes, a makeup drawer can quickly become chaotic and overcrowded. If your makeup is a disorganized mess, the KonMari Method will probably work for you. Created by Marie Kondo, this method is about keeping what “sparks joy” and discarding what does not help you. The KonMari Method can be applied to anything including the storage of your makeup to get a tidy, functional space out of it that makes you look forward to using it every day. We will go through step by step how to declutter, categorize, and organize your makeup drawer using the KonMari method. Let’s dive in!

2. Step 1: Gather All Your Makeup in One Place Step one of the KonMari Method is to pile up your makeup drawer organizer. Clear out your makeup drawer, haul everything out of your purse, your vanity, and your bathroom shelves, or wherever else you store beauty products. Spread it all out on a flat surface, like a table or a bed, where you can see the full extent of your collection. Why This Step is Important ● Allows you to know how many products you have. ● Emphasizes duplicates or items that were overlooked. ● Establishes a baseline for decluttering Step 2: Sort by Category Marie Kondo advises organizing by category instead of by location. With this principle in mind, sort your makeup products into the following categories: Face Products: Foundation, concealer, powder, blush, bronzer, highlight. Eye Makeup: Eyeshadow, mascara, eyeliner, eyebrow makeup. Main Categories: Lip products (Lipsticks, lip glosses, lip liners. Tools & Brushes: Makeup brushes, beauty blenders, eyelash curlers, sharpeners Skincare & Primers: Moisturizers, serums, primers, and setting sprays. Categorically sorting your analysis enables you to thoroughly evaluate your collection and prevent any items from slipping through the cracks. Step 3: The Joy Check: Does It Spark Joy? Next, hold each item in your hands and ask yourself whether it sparks joy, which is the essence of the KonMari Method. ● If the item brings you joy and you actually use it, keep it. ● If you feel indifferent about it or you haven’t used it in a long time, find another home for it. ● If the item is expired, broken or no longer your style, that’s trash. Tips for Making Decisions ● Swatch your products. Apply the shades to the back of your hand to check how well the color payoff holds up, as well as the texture.

3. ● Check expiration dates. Out-of-date makeup can lead to irritation and breakouts. ● Be honest with yourself. If you haven’t used a product in months, there’s a good chance you won’t miss it. Step 4: Discard Responsibly As you pare down your makeup collection, be thoughtful about how you get rid of unwanted products. A Guide to Disposing of Makeup (the Right Way) ● Check for recycling programs. Some beauty brands have recycling incentives, such as MAC and Kiehl’s. ● Donate gently used products. If the piece is gently used and safe to use, donate it to women’s shelters. ● How to throw out expired makeup properly. Do not put liquid products down the drain; they are harmful to our environment. Step 5: Organize with Purpose After you have stripped your collection down to only the items that bring you joy, it’s time to organize your makeup drawer. Makeup Organization Best Practices Organize With Drawer Dividers: These will help separate categories and make options easier to find. Store Products Upright: Lipsticks, foundations and brushes are easier to get to when stored vertically. Organize by Use Frequency: Reserve the front for daily staples and the back for occasional-use items. Label Sections. If you have to share a makeup space, labeling sections will keep things organized. Use Open Containers: You have visibility into what you have. Step 6: Keep your organized space organized The KonMari Method isn’t purely about decluttering—it’s also about creating and keeping a clean, happy home over time. Here’s how to organize your makeup drawer:

4. Daily Maintenance ● Return things to their proper places after using them. ● Regularly wipe down products and drawer organizers to prevent buildup. Monthly Check-ins ● Re-evaluate your collection and get rid of anything that no longer brings you joy. ● Keep makeup brushes clean of bacterial contamination. ● Rotate seasonal product (i.e., summer shades in warmer months, deeper tones in winter). How the KonMari Method Will Transform Your Makeup Drawer Organizing Your Makeup Drawer: The Benefits of Following the KonMari Method Follow the KonMari Method to organize your makeup drawer Saves Time: Organizing a clutter-free peaceful space makes finding products easy. Promotes Mindful Purchasing: You’re less likely to purchase frivolous makeup. Better hygiene: Well-stored makeup remains cleaner, and less prone to going bad.

5. Inspires You to a Happy Routine: An organized drawer brings a certain tranquility to your face-painting process. Conclusion This one will change the game leaving the clutter behind in the makeup drawer with the KonMari Method. By purging, sorting and strategically placing your beauty products, you transform your space into functional beauty heaven. Your aim should be a makeup collection that makes you feel as good as it looks. So enjoy your beautifully curated makeup drawer!