5.08.2014

7 Beauty Tools You Need To Try!


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.



7. Hot Iron Holster & Lil Holster--I was sent these to try and they've become a permanent fave! The Hot Iron Holster holds your hair tools while they are hot (up to 500 degrees), while they cool down (great for travel), and for storage. And it's all via a silicone pocket with a sticky back, that can be placed just about anywhere. The Lil Holster is heat resistant up to 250 degrees, and is perfect for storing practically anything. I'm not joking when I say I have over 50 uses for it. These come in different sizes and colors, making them an awesome tool. Use them at your sink, your shower, bedside, the mirror, your vanity or like I have below, as a mini mani station:


I use my Lil Holster to also store my glasses, remote, keys, jewelry, razor, toothbrush, contacts, sponge, soap, dirty eye/face brushes, and more. Seriously! I use my Flat Iron Holster to store any of my hair tools, like hot irons, curling irons, curling wands, hair dryers, or brushes. It keeps everything right out of the way. And I can use the flat surface to place my tools on if needed.




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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42 comments:

  1. 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!

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  2. That holster is so convenient! I always have the problem of not knowing where to place my hot curler!

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  3. I definitely need one of those holsters for my curling iron...it's always all over the place!

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  4. I 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!
    xo, Whitney and Blaire
    Peaches In A Pod

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  5. Love the ideas for the eyebrow razors!!!

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  6. These 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

    www.todaymyway.com

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  7. 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

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  8. Great way to use the eyebrow razor! Love the Lil' Holster, so many uses for it!

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  9. I really, really want to try that holster and the eyebrow razor!

    Courtney ~ Sartorial Sidelines

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  10. This is AWESOME. I didn't even know they made portable humidifiers and I NEED one of those holsters! Thanks lady!

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  11. Awesome vid, Elle. Really must get that Hot Iron holster....why haven't I seen this anywhere before?!?! Waaaaaaa

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  12. Oh my gosh! I am getting a makeup spatula today! It always drives me nuts when I can't get everything out of a bottle!

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  13. Omg 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.
    Beautetude

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  14. Oh I need that holster for my flat iron!

    -Sharon
    The Tiny Heart

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  15. 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!

    -Ashley
    http://lestylorouge.com

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  16. 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!!

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  17. Ok that hot tools holster is genius! Why didn't I think of that?

    <3, Pamela
    sequinsandseabreezes.blogspot.com

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  18. loveeeeee the flat iron holder! so smart
    xo jillian - cornflake dreams

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  19. 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!)

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  20. The Hot Iron Holster and Lil Holster sound awesome! I'd never heard of them before.

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  21. I would love to try the holster! It sounds awesome.

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  22. The pill container for lashes is so clever! I really love the Hot Iron Holster! That sounds like something I need! xoxo Lauren WillSingForMakeup

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  23. You 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!

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  24. I love using eyebrow razors for dermaplaning! Your makeup goes on so much smoother afterwards!

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  25. Love this tips so much! Especially 1, 2 and 3 because they are going to be so useful... Thank you, Elle! x

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  26. That hot iron holder looks awesome and I love those eyebrown razors!

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  27. The orangewood tip is brilliant. You are the beauty queen.

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  28. You 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!

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  29. I had no idea they make mini humidifiers! I have horrible allergies too, so this sounds like a wonderful thing.

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  30. Oh 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! :)

    Nina
    http://curvymod.blogspot.com/

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  31. I did not know they have a portable humidifier. Nice.

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  32. Cool holsters! Love the idea of using the small one for a manicure on the go! T. http://tickledpinkwoman.blogspot.com

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  33. The makeup spatula is genius! So many uses for the lilholders!! You are just too cute! Love the videos.

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  34. I need those holsters, and that pill container idea is genius!

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  35. I 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!
    xox,
    Cee

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  36. 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! :)

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  37. So... 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

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  38. Hot Iron Holster *-* I'm a amazed! I want it so badly!!!
    Xxx boo

    Carolina

    www.theworldc.com

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  39. love the multiple uses for different thinks-especially the braces cleaners! how funny...I also think I need a hot iron holster--life changing!

    xx

    Erin @ http://www.truffles-ruffles.com/

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  40. I really need to try these Lil holders!

    xx Kelly
    Sparkles and Shoes

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  41. 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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