(Part 2) Best personal mirrors according to redditors

Here is the list of gear. It is meant for both myself and my wife, so I doubled up in some places. (Links where I have them)

• LifeStraw Personal Water Filter
  
• yueton Shatterproof Stainless Steel Ultrathin Folding Travel Mirror
  
• S.O.S. Rations Emergency 3600 Calorie Food Bar
  
• Mini Foldable Folding Shovel
  
• Coleman Dome Tent
  
• GreenLight Diamond Strike on Box Matches,
  
• Zippo Typhoon Matches and Match Kit
  
• My Amazing Outdoor Inc Camp Mess Kit
  
• Swiss Safe Emergency Mylar Thermal Blankets
  
• Aootek Upgraded first aid survival Kit
  
• AxPower Dust Masks
  
• Dust mask filter pack
  
• Esky Portable Emergency Weather Radio Hand Crank Self Powered
  
• Foxelli Disposable Rain Ponchos
  
• TOUGH-GRID 750lb Paracord/Parachute Cord
  
• Aquatabs AQT200 Water Purification Tablets 200 Pack
  
• REEBOW GEAR Hard Knuckle Tactical Gloves
  
• Sharpie Plastic Point Stick Water Resistant Pen
  
• Rite in the Rain Weatherproof Top-Spiral Notebook
  
• Buck Knife 119
  
• 1 quart zip lock bags pack
  
• 1 gallon zip lock bags pack
  
• 2 Days worth of clothes
  
• REEBOW GEAR Military Tactical Assault Pack Backpack, Capacity: 34L
  
  Total Combined weight 27.4969375 Lbs (assuming my measurements are correct, couldn't get a good read on the tent so I had to use manufacturer info)
  
  Stuff I don't have yet, but which I plan to include as I get them:
  
  
• Passports, and other document copies
  
• Extra cash
  
• 9mm pistol
  
• Better water storage
  
• Solar charging and power banks

Will something like this work? There are many similar on Amazon.


https://www.amazon.com/Lighted-Travel-Makeup-Mirror-Magnification/dp/B075KYM986

Here's one from Amazon and one from Zadro sold through Target that I found after a few minutes of searching. The Target one is probably the kind you're looking for, I haven't seen any cheaper than $100. Yowza on some of those prices!

At 6'4" a coupe is a bit of a squeeze, but I do fit and love driving it. However, the mirror was designed with the average motorist in mind, so it's not only nearly useless since I can only see the road maybe 100' behind, but a hazard, since it blocks my forward-right view, notably when at an intersection. So I replaced it with a four-inch compact mirror mounted on a magnetic dash phone mount for under $20.

I'm still debating about what to do with the stock mirror/antenna, since upon taking it apart I discovered that the clown nose stem goes through the circuit board, and is pressed in, so not something readily removed. I'd also have to clip and solder the wires since the connector doesn't fit through the hole. So a bit daunting, and mostly irreversible, which makes me a bit nervous, especially given the relative rarity (and > $200 OEM cost) of this particular mirror. Any suggestions there would be welcome!

I just ordered a magnifying travel mirror because I realized I can no longer do any eye makeup at all (including mascara) without one and I have a trip coming up. My eyesight is getting worse with age, and once I put my contact lenses in (which I always do before makeup), I can't see what I'm doing and I risk poking my eyes.

I have a magnifying mirror at home, and I've managed in the past with regular mirrors when traveling, but I think this is the year I can't really do it anymore. I got a cheapie one to try out. I think it will be good enough for mascara and eye shadow and occasional tightlining.

Of course, a magnifying mirror is the worst thing you can do for your skin -- you see so many "flaws" up close it's not even funny.

Well, I'm hoping something exciting happens soon. So far there's nothing really I'm all that interested in. If the Maybelline goes to $5 I'll get it, maybe the JiBen LED Lighted 7X Magnifying Makeup Mirror at 7:59AM if it's <$13.


Am I the only one that scans the deals, decides what I'd pay for them and only buy if it falls at or under that?

Check out this super cool octopus mirror! I wish it came in gold too, but the bronze is great. https://www.amazon.com/SPI-Home-Octopus-Vanity-Mirror/dp/B0131BKKJK/ref=sr_1_13?s=home-garden&ie=UTF8&qid=1536859330&sr=1-13&keywords=fish+mirror

McDuets Mini Stand Mirror for Makeup | Pack of 2 | Two-Sided 360 Degree Swivel Vanity (1x-2x) Magnification Tabletop | Gift for Women, Girls, Dolls | Choose Color/Size (Silver, 3" Round) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07DMH25ZN/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_FuUPDbPNJSZ87

But I'm thinking about getting this one...
https://clivecoffee.com/products/lucca-a53-shot-mirror

I recently went into Muji and found some nice looking mirrors for alright prices. They have a pretty good selection of mirrors here.

I bought this mirror from Daiso, I wouldn't recommend it. The mirror had a really strange off-putting smell like burning plastic or garbage on the mirror part in the first week and the hinge broke a few months later, I'm still using it because it's all I got but I'm eyeing the Muji ones. I've got quite a few of Muji products and they haven't disappointed me yet in terms of quality.

I've been eyeing this mirror for quite a long time, every once in a while it has a 20-30% off sale but every time it has I didn't have the guts to go for it. It's got pretty good reviews and it seems promising, the features are cool.

Here you go

I have this one and am happy with it! I attach it my full sized mirror.

I can't help but think it'd be a lot cheaper to just use a few mirrors

Bedroom, I’m quite lucky in that I have a large mirror with bulbs like this one:


Waneway Hollywood Lighted Vanity Mirror with LED Lights for Makeup Dressing Table Set Plug in Illuminated Cosmetic Mirror with 12 Dimmable Bulbs and Power Supply, White https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B06XS8WVZB/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_lTxyCbYQS7YNT

I’m currently looking at this one from Amazon ca.

What kind of size are you looking for?

Edit: this one is lovely too! It says wall mounted in the title but that it’s table top in the description (pics match this)

You will want a small mirror somewhere in your bag, and some tweezers. This is in case you get something in your eye, and you have to deal with it yourself.

The mirror could be a tiny signalling mirror, or just a compact one for makeup.

KEDSUM 1X/10X Double Sided LED Lighted Makeup Mirror- Compact Folding Vanity and Travel Mirror (Black) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01FJTMCDO/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_QFLZDbS06NXGR

I just came back from visiting family in South Asia, and I've learnt a lot from this experience lol. For the most part, I now have a general idea of what to travel with the next time I'm leaving home.

Make-up in particular was somewhat challenging because I actually brought a lot of stuff that I did not end up using, which bummed me out, 'cause I brought more makeup than skincare, which is something that I overlooked and ended up stressing my face out a lot more. For me, I had 5 weddings to attend, but because of the humid weather, I rarely ever tried with makeup and kept everything simple and light but nice enough to look good for the events.

Though, I highly HIGHLY suggest packing skincare because weather and environmental changes usually wreak's havoc on the skin.

First things first, I would invest in a good travel makeup bag. I used the Sonia Kashuk Weekender bag and it's worth every penny. Made everything easier 'cause it would fit a lot of my stuff without it feeling over stuffed. I also brought a travel makeup mirror which was great 'cause it helped out whenever there was a power outage. It had lights for me to still do my makeup while waiting for the electricity to come back on. Both things I recommend!

For makeup, I took Sunscreen, a Clinique BB cream for light makeup days, and my special occasion foundation which is also my HG, the Hourglass Immaculate Liquid to Powder Foundation. ABH Brow pencil, Eyeliners (two eye pencils, and two liquid liners), a mascara, 3 lip liners, and around 4-6 lipsticks (mainly liquid lipsticks and like two bullet lipsticks). My NARS Radiant Creamy Concealer, blush, bronzer, and loose powder.

I took my Lorac pro 3 palette and my z-palette. I honestly recommend the lorac pro palettes for those who travel, just because it's so versatile and the looks you can do range from neutral to glam with their shade selections, PLUS, some of the lighter colors look amazing and work great as highlighters.

Tools wise, I took my lash curler, three dual headed brushes, a beauty blender, flat top foundation brush, a bronzer brush and a fluffy brush for loose powder.

There are a lot of factors going into the process, ranging from occasions, to weather, to how long the stay is, and if there is sufficient time to get ready. It really just comes down to convenience, and what your perspective of that is. I had to stay there for a while and had a lot more to deal with, compared to the casual traveller who's just going down to The Bahamas for a good time, y'know?

But aside from the makeup, please, PLEASE don't skimp on skincare even if you already have good skin!

Safe travels my dear! :D

this is the one I was able to find at liquidators, it was an amazon return, and in amazing condition.

I usually have around 3-4 lipsticks in my purse and rotate them out depending on what colors I'm feeling like wearing or depending on the season. right now it's Urban Decay Vice in Brat, elf Matte Lip Color in Natural, and NYX Soft Matte Lip Cream in Istanbul. I also finally bought a decent compact mirror and I love it to death. no more awkward pulling out my phone and using its godawful front camera as a mirror!! yesss.

I use a folding mirror, which works pretty well

https://www.amazon.com/Standing-Cosmetics-Personal-Portable-Colourful/dp/B0759JJWG1/ref=sr_1_17?ie=UTF8&qid=1519322754&sr=8-17&keywords=folding+mirror