How To Choose The Best Makeup Vanity Mirrors With Lights

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Different types of vanity mirrors 

A mirror isn’t just a mirror, especially when it comes to makeup and styling. There are different types of vanity mirrors and each are suited to different tasks, from your casual morning makeup routine right through to beauty treatments, like eyebrow shaping and tweezing.

Hollywood Mirrors
Definitely one of the more popular styles, the Hollywood vanity mirror is as glam as they come! This vintage-inspired beauty mirror with lights is a must-have for your bathroom or makeup station.

For something extra special, check out the Docarelife Hollywood mirror – it’s our largest panorama mirror, making it a great option for your salon or studio. It’s jam packed with features, like bluetooth sound and easy touch controls, plus 15 energy efficient LED light bulbs to light up even the most glam Queen!

Fancy yourself a sparkly treat? The Crystal vanity mirror brings a touch of class and elegance to any makeup station as it’s literally bejewelled with glittering crystals! Don’t let that fool you though, because this mirror means business.

Tri-fold mirror
If you’re on the road a lot, then it might not make sense to invest in a beauty mirror with lights that’s bigger than your baggage. An alternative to consider is a tri-fold mirror. As lighting can be unpredictable when you’re away from home, having a vanity mirror that packs down easily and fits in your carry-on is a must.

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Where can I put mirrored furniture?
Due to the versatility of mirrored furniture, it can be used in practically all rooms in your home. The most used areas for pieces of mirrored furniture are bedrooms or dressing areas. These spaces are where we can really rubber stamp our own personalities, so it’s not a surprise that we see mirrored furniture more often in these areas.

Should I put mirrored furniture in my bedroom?
Yes,100% mirrored furniture is essentially made for bedrooms. They add a glamorous look to any style of bedroom space, and mirrored furniture in a bedroom is perfect for brightening up space. We suggest kitting your full room out, especially if it lacks natural lighting. Try to place mirrored pieces in either dark corners, to brighten them up, or place them near a window to ensure the natural light is reflected around a bedroom.

Should I put mirrored furniture in my dining room?
Dining room mirrored furniture is a much more controversial place to put mirrored pieces. Dining rooms can often be busy areas, especially if they are attached to a kitchen. We often avoid placing mirrored furniture in such areas, to prevent them from becoming scratched or scuffed. However, Mirrored furniture in a dining room is sure to create a stunning focal point, especially when using a mirrored dining table. We supply a range of show-stopping mirrored dining tables, which will enhance everyday dining to a whole new level.

WHAT DO YOU MEAN BY WHITE HOLLYWOOD MIRROR?

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Funny how the words white Hollywood mirror can stir up confusion when in fact, the only thing that makes this type different from others is its colour. The word ‘white’ pertains to the colour of the frame.

Why do many people prefer it? That’s because a white Hollywood mirror offers a number of obvious advantages. For one, it looks glamorous in any room. White is a neutral colour that can complement any wallpaper or any bedroom/bathroom theme. So if you can’t quite decide what colour of vanity mirror will suit your space, go for a white Hollywood mirror. It’s a safe choice.

Aside from this, a white Hollywood mirror may offer better illumination than one with a darker-coloured frame. White reflects light that comes from the LED bulbs, creating more illumination. It is also less likely to form a shadow. It is easier to apply make-up and to achieve the right look since you clearly see the colours you are applying.

Are you in the market for a vanity mirror? Aside from the colour of the frame, you also need to look at other important factors such as the size, design, and the number of LED bulbs it has. These features will affect your day to day use of your Hollywood mirror.

For example, it makes sense to choose a compact or free-standing mirror if you don’t have much space in the bathroom or bedroom. Bigger vanity mirrors are better for those who are sharing a bigger bedroom or dressing room with other people. Compact and battery-powered vanity mirrors are ideal for those who are always on the go.

Lastly, you must also take into account the manufacturer of the Hollywood mirror you want to buy. Make sure that it is made by a trusted brand that guarantees quality and safety.

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Our Hollywood Mirrors explained

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A question we’re often asked by customers looking to purchase one of our Hollywood Mirrors is ‘should I buy the standard mirror or the Hollywood Mirrors?’ A factor for many people that decides which of the two they buy is the difference in cost, and whether it’s worth paying for the pricier Hollywood Mirrors version.

Of course it’s a choice that’s entirely up to you, but since so many of you have asked, we thought we’d dedicate this blog post to explaining the difference between these products, to help you make the decision in future.

Why offer an Hollywood Mirrors version?
In recent years, Hollywood Mirrors bulbs have steadily grown in popularity to the point that many countries are phasing out the use of other options to encourage more people to switch to Hollywood Mirrors. And although they’re more expensive than other bulbs on the market, their long-term benefits more than justify their initial price tag.

Hollywood Mirrors bulbs are some of the most energy efficient bulbs, using anything up to 90% less energy than the more standard incandescent ones. So even though you might pay more for an Hollywood Mirrors to begin with, you’ll notice a drop in your electricity bills in the long run.

LED bulbs are also really long-lasting compared to their competitors. While most bulbs used in the home have short lifetimes of around 1000 hours, LED bulbs can last up to 30,000 hours- that gives you a lot of time to play with your Hollywood Mirror!

Which mirror is brighter?
LED bulbs give off a more cool light in comparison to the yellowish light of the standard opal bulb mirrors. Many people who’ve used LED bulbs in the home don’t like the clearer, bluer quality of light they produce, but better quality LEDs should be almost indistinguishable from your old incandescent bulbs. We think that both versions of the mirror produce a lovely warm light that’s perfect for applying makeup!

Which is the best version for me?
LED bulbs are proven to be much more energy efficient, better for the environment and have a much greater longevity, so the money you’d save on your energy bill and buying replacement bulbs would make up for the initial higher cost to buy.

 

5 REASONS TO COMPLETE YOUR BEAUTY REGIME WITH A HOLLYWOOD MIRROR

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Do you ever get frustrated with your morning makeup routine due to uneven lighting causing your eyeliner to look lopsided? Or maybe you’ve had to cancel a night out because it’s impossible to blend your eye shadow in a dimly lit room? You’re not the only one. Plenty of people around the world face this dilemma every day, causing them to not feel quite like themselves. With a simple change of equipment, you can make a big difference to your routine and how you’ll feel once you’ve finished.

With a Hollywood Vanity Mirror, the struggle to get the perfect finish will become a distant memory, allowing you to perfect your style without anything standing in your way! Let’s dive in to the top 5 reasons why you should buy a Hollywood Mirror and how it will change your life for the better.

1. Professional Finish at a Fraction of the Cost
Thanks to their amazing functionality, Hollywood Vanity Mirrors allow you to perfect your makeup and find your own techniques for making you look and feel like you’ve been styled by a professional. Professional stylists cost a bomb whereas our vanity mirrors are affordable. Your finished result not only will look amazing, but you’ll have the satisfaction of knowing that you’ve achieved you look all on your own.

2. Bright & Even Lighting
The main cause of frustration when it comes to makeup is lighting or the lack thereof. The introduction of a vanity mirror with evenly placed and distributed lighting will make a whole world of difference by defining all of your features in the same light. With a Hollywood Mirror, you’ll be able to see exactly how even your coverage is and it’ll allow you to get symmetrical results that you’ll be over the moon with.

3. They are Built to Last
The high quality materials and detailed manufacturing process that goes into our Hollywood Mirrors is reflected in the way they work and the way they make you feel. Unlike lower quality counterparts available on the market, our mirrors will be sure to last for many years to come, offering you amazing results every time. You’ll wonder how you got along before you got one!

4. They Look Amazing
As well as allowing you to look your best, our range also add to the decor of any room. The design of them creates a sleek and stylish piece to look at as well as to use, making them multifunctional. Our completely reflective Clara Hollywood Vanity Mirror would fit in with any choice of decor by reflecting the colours of its surroundings. The rest of our range is finished in white, allowing them to inconspicuously blend in to their environment.

5. Various Sizes to Chose From
To make sure we have the perfect mirror for everyone, we have designed our collection to cover any size that you might need. From small to large, our Vanity Hollywood Mirrors will complete any space no matter what size it is. Whether you’ve got a large dressing table to put it on or only have use of a small window sill, we have got you covered!

 

Why Using An LED Vanity Mirror is Best For Your Makeup Routine

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LED Vanity Mirrors have gained popularity recently as they provide ample lighting to your makeup routine. The best vanity mirrors with lights are capable of providing the correct brightness and can even mimic natural sunlight. LED lights are the best as they are eco-friendly and energy saving. Below we go over the additional benefits of using an LED Vanity Mirror.

 

Energy Efficient

LED lights not only save money and energy, but are also environmentally conscious as they do not use any harmful chemicals like mercury and lead.

Our LED Vanity Mirror emits softly diffused LED light that perfectly imitates natural lighting.

Exceptional Quality of Lighting

LED lights can produce different color temperatures and can copy the light produced by the sun with a high level of brightness.

Estala’s Vanity Mirror LEDlight bulbs are fully adjustable, not only for brightness but also for warmth – choose between pure white & warmer yellow to achieve ideal lighting conditions.

Avoid Makeup Blunders

With the versatile lighting settings, an LED vanity mirror can provide a natural, daylight or dim light. This can and will make a difference in your makeup routine.

Our Hollywood Vanity Mirror’s lighting memory function will store your personalized settings, so you’ll have perfect makeup lighting every time and avoid mishaps.

Remember ladies, you don’t have to do your makeup in bad lighting anymore. You are now able to easily purchase an environmental friendly LED Vanity Mirror with exceptional lighting options. Once you are using one, you’ll realize that getting yourself a top of the line Vanity Mirror is the best decision you’ve ever made in regards to your beauty routine.

Check out our best selling Hollywood Vanity Mirror today and feel like a celebrity while getting ready each day.

Everything You Need to Know About LED Mirrors

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Choosing a new mirror should be a simple case of choosing the size and shape that you want, but unfortunately it’s not. The choice these days can be overwhelming, so let us guide you through everything you need to know about LED mirrors to help you find the perfect one for you.

 

Isn’t Choosing a New Mirror Easy?
Not too long ago, the only decision you had to make when buying a mirror was which size and style you wanted. Then came illuminated mirrors, but these were expensive, power-hungry and likely to require a new bulb every few months, especially if you forgot to turn it off during the day/night. Modern illuminated bathroom mirrors forgo cumbersome fluorescent bulbs in favour of cheaper, more energy-efficient and longer lasting LEDs. (We’ll talk about this more later).

So, actually, it would appear that when it comes to buying a new mirror, not much has changed. Shape and size are still important, and there’s the added choice of whether you want LED illumination, but apart from that, there’s not much else to consider…. or so you might have thought. In actual fact, the choice when it comes to LED bathroom mirrors could leave you feeling as disorientated as if you were in an actual mirror maze.

A (Very) Brief History of the Mirror

It is thought that humans most likely used pools of dark, still water as the first ‘mirrors,’ although quite what they would have needed to see, one can only imagine. The earliest manufactured mirrors were crafted from polished stone as early as 6000 BC and it took roughly 2000 years for the first metal mirrors to be made. In the following six millenia, not much progress was made; glass became the primary material, with a thin layer of metal providing the shine; mirrors became smoother and more reflective; and experiments were made with concave and convex mirrors, but it wasn’t until around 5 years ago that mirrors really began to change.

The Benefits of LEDs
There are numerous reasons why LEDs are now the go-to lighting option in all walks of life, from car manufacturers to housing. Here’s our rundown (in no particular order):

Firstly, LEDs are significantly cheaper and easier to produce than fluorescent lights. This reduced price benefits not just the manufacturers, but you, the customer as well.

LEDs are also the most energy-efficient way of lighting a mirror, saving you money off your energy bill and doing your bit for the environment at the same time. They also have a far superior lifespan. The average LED has a lifespan of roughly 50,000 hours, some 42 times longer than a traditional incandescent bulb. Without going too much into kilowatts and electrical jargon, the average LED over its 50,000 hour life will cost roughly 1/6 that of a traditional bulb, so perhaps it’s not just in your mirrors where you should be looking to replace bulbs.

6 Unexpected Uses Of Hollywood Mirrors

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Hollywood mirrors are most commonly used in dressing rooms or bathrooms as a vanity station. This is because the bright bulbs are great for getting ready and checking yourself out, not to mention they immediately add glamour and style to the room.

But just because these are typically used for vanity stations, this doesn’t mean you can’t get creative with them.

If you’ve already got a Hollywood mirror at home or you’re planning on buying one, we’re here to inspire you. Below, we’ve pulled together a list of six unexpected ways you can use your mirror in your home.

1. In an outdoor setting
If you love to spend your time outdoors and you have a dedicated covered area where you sit or an outdoor bar or summer house, why not jazz this space up with a Hollywood mirror.

Not only can this look great and make your outdoor space feel even bigger, but it can also be very handy if you plan to sit outdoors in the evenings when it’s getting dark. This can create a cosy environment whilst offering light, so you don’t need to go indoors just because the sun has set.

2. In a recess or alcove

Why not transform your unused space into something stylish and functional? You don’t just need to put your Hollywood mirror by a desk or vanity area. Instead, why not place your mirror in any unused recesses or alcove in your bedroom, bathroom or study.

This can help to open the space out and make the room feel bigger. It also ensures this space is no longer going unused.

You could even add drawers, shelves or a table to this space to turn it into a dressing room.

3. To transform a tiny space like a wardrobe or cupboard
Are you looking to transform a small space like the cupboard under your stairs, the loft, a wardrobe or even just a tiny bedroom or office? If so, then a Hollywood mirror could be just what you need.

Not only can the mirror help to make the room feel bigger, but the addition of the LEDs helps to add some light to the room and make it feel even brighter. This can be particularly important in rooms with no windows like cupboards or wardrobes.

And by adding a Hollywood mirror, you can instantly turn the space into a cosy hideaway and a place where you can get ready for a night out, tucked away from the rest of the household.

4. As a multi-functional mirror
Why not opt for a Hollywood mirror, complete with stylistic LED lights but have this in cabinet form instead?

What do we mean by this?

Well, why waste space in your bathroom when you can make your mirror multi-functional. There are lots of beautiful cabinets out there now, including those that are lit up with LED lights.

These are not only ideal for helping you to get ready and brighten up your bathroom, but they also give you more storage space. This can help to declutter and keep your room looking neat and tidy.

5. Over your bed
Have you got an empty block of wall space above your bed? Perhaps you were considering hanging a piece of artwork or a photo frame there? If so, why not consider hanging a Hollywood mirror instead.

This can add a real cosy feel to the bedroom, and using dimmer bulbs can be a great way to create a relaxing ambience when you’re going to bed. Ensure the switch is within reaching distance, and you can control the lights without even having to get up.

6. On the back of a wardrobe door
If you’re short on space or you just don’t have room to hang another mirror in your room, why not attach your Hollywood mirror to the inside of your wardrobe door instead.

Then, when you shut the door, the mirror is out of sight but open it up to get ready, and you have a great mirror that you can use to do your usual beauty regime or to apply makeup.

Don’t just settle for the ordinary
If you want to do something special with your Hollywood mirror, don’t be afraid to get creative. These can be the perfect addition to any room or perhaps even an outdoor space, so don’t just stick it in the bathroom like everyone else!

Get creative and you can find a unique and unexpected use for your Hollywood mirror.

DISCOVER OUR HOLLYWOOD MIRROR RANGE

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Hollywood Mirrors are a great addition to any bedroom. Not only are they great for their lighting advantages when it comes doing your hair and makeup, the lights can also create soft lighting in the room, setting a relaxed atmosphere. Our Hollywood Mirrors also have a stunning aesthetic, complete with a glamorous, vintage appeal, all while still remaining modern and fresh. Keep reading to find out why you should swap out your standard vanity mirror for one of ours!

Easy to Use Controls
All of our Hollywood Mirrors come with simple controls that allow you to get the perfect lighting, no matter what the ambient brightness of the room is. Our mirrors are complete with 3 lighting tones – warm, cool, and neutral – that can be set using the touch buttons and adjusted to decrease or increase brightness. Some of our mirrors also come with Bluetooth capabilities, allowing you to connect your phone and play music as you get ready.

Bright Bulbs Offer Even Lighting
Any standard vanity mirror without lights may leave you struggling to get those all important details identical, ending with a far from symmetrical finish. With the even illumination provided by the bright LED bulbs, you can really focus on those hard spots and get them perfect. You can even use the adjustable lights to preview your new hairstyle or make-up finish in different lighting conditions, giving you a full spectrum of the finished look!

Set the Mood
Dimmable lights are the most commonly used way of creating mood lighting, but if you don’t have them installed and you don’t want to pay a small fortune for them, you can just use your Hollywood Mirror to radiate some relaxing tones. The lights are bright enough to make a room easily visible without any added glare that may come from a lamp’s bulb; the LED bulbs are designed to create a softer style of lighting.

Great as Decor
Not only functional, our Hollywood Mirrors also look fantastic and serve just as well as a decorative item for your room. The sleek and stylish design can be fitted into a multitude of home design finishes, whether that is a vintage style or modern aesthetic. While the bulbs bring a feel of a classic Broadway dressing room, they still remain a timeless classic that can fit perfectly into its surroundings. If the classic bulb isn’t suited to your taste, our modernised Greta Hollywood Mirror swaps out these bulbs for an LED strip for a very up-to-date take on these revolutionary beauty gadgets.

Overall, Glamorous
Above all else, they just look absolutely stunning. They are an iconic symbol of all things glam, instantly making you feel like a movie star when you look into them. You may even find yourself getting excited for your morning routine before work, soaking up every second before leaving to get on with your day.

Hollywood Mirrors A Dressing Room Must-Have

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Lights, camera, action! Bring a touch of glamour to your dressing room with our collection of Hollywood Mirrors.

Here at Docarelife Furniture, we’re super-proud of all of the wonderful mirrored pieces we have on offer. Your home will shine bright with the Hollywood Mirror taking centre stage in any dressing room setting. And don’t forget, once you have a Hollywood mirror set up in your room, you’ll have the perfect place to take a pic, so you’ll always be selfie-ready!

       

Choose a large landscape vanity mirror that will sit on top of a mirrored dressing or console table, the base of the mirror, which can be detached, allows it to sit perfectly on top of the mirrored surface. Fifteen bulbs sit around the outside of the mirror, illuminating your beauty and makeup routine, getting dressed up has never felt more glamorous than this! If you’re lacking space, then choose our smaller mirror, which shares the same features as our larger mirror, but will sit portrait in your dressing room.

The mirror can be hung on the wall using the neat hooks on the back, and with the base being hassle-free to remove you can even lean the mirror up against the wall. Once you’ve plugged the mirror into a socket, just flick the switch and turn your home into a glamorous spot to dress up.