The Riki quickly synced to my iPhone and I was able to take photos using the camera button on the mirror with no problems-in case you think that’s a function you’d utilize to, say, share your latest look with your Instagram followers. The phone holder, which clamps to your phone not unlike a selfie stick, attaches in the same way as the magnification mirror. It’s smaller than other circular magnifying mirrors we tested, but it’s a secondary product that you may not use all the time anyway-and it’s adequate for precision tasks. When you’re approaching tasks that require you to see close up, there is a circular 3x magnification mirror that attaches onto the rectangular mirror’s face with magnets. Even if you are sitting in natural sunlight from a window and you don’t think you need more light, you may find these settings make a difference in clarity. There are five light settings, which you can control using the aforementioned brightening and dimming light buttons. The secret to the Riki’s excellent, even illumination is its 54 lights, each smaller than a pea, that line the rectangular edges of the mirror to illuminate every part of your face equally.
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The mirror itself is only 1.5 pounds, 9.5 inches by 13 inches in width and height, and less than an inch thick, making it easy to pack in a bag or store in a drawer. If you were to travel with this mirror, you may collapse the stand down to a flat surface similar in size to a five-by-seven picture frame. If you want a different view, you spread the stands’ legs further apart or closer together. If you want to change the angle of the mirror, though, it’s a cinch-the V-shaped stand acts like an easel on which you place the mirror. The reflective surface (referred to as 1x magnification, in mirror-speak) is large enough that I can see where I need to blend my foundation down my neck and do my hair without adjusting the mirror at all.
MIRROR WITH LIGHTS FULL
I dislike sitting in front of a mirror and feeling like I’m not seeing the full picture of my face, my neck, and my hair as I’m getting ready. And, finally, the last two buttons increase and decrease the brightness of the lighting.Įven sitting only a foot away, the placemat-sized Riki is large enough that you can see your whole face and immediate surroundings.
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Next is the on/off button for the lights.
MIRROR WITH LIGHTS BLUETOOTH
Next, the camera button, which when pressed, takes a photo on your phone once you sync it with the Bluetooth button.
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Next, a Bluetooth button that, when held, allows the mirror to sync to your phone so that you can control the camera function on your phone (yes, stay with me). The first button has a battery emoticon on it and, when pressed, lights up to indicate how much charge you have left. You control the mirror features via six buttons located along the bottom right corner of the frame.
MIRROR WITH LIGHTS PORTABLE
Its combination of bright lights, crystal-clear reflection, and compact, portable form elevate it far above the competition, and make it worth its higher-than-most price.įor starters, unlike many mirrors, the Riki is wireless and rechargeable, so I could unbox it and get right to.well, looking at myself. But the fact is, the Glamcor Riki Skinny is the most versatile and most intuitive lighted makeup mirror I’ve ever used. Let’s start with the obvious: This is a pricey mirror and far above the amount that even I, Reviewed’s beauty writer, would typically spend for the ability to look at my own reflection. Not looking to spend too much? We have a recommendation for you, too. Our favorite? The Glamcor Riki Skinny ( available at Amazon), which features five bright light settings, an adjustable stand, and a magnetically attachable three-times magnification mirror and a phone connectivity setting that lets you take photos in stellar lighting.
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It’s easy to be overwhelmed by the sheer volume of options on the market, but don’t worry-we’ve done all the hard work for you and tested seven of the most popular lighted makeup mirrors. Unlike a plain-old, wall-mounted bathroom mirror or a vanity mirror with lights, these high-tech reflectors project a halo of illumination directly on your face to make grooming simple and accurate, so you’ll never again walk out of the house with an unblended line of foundation along your jawline or overly plucked eyebrows. If you do your makeup in a dim room or pluck your brows in a super-zoom mirror, you’re likely going to take a step back and think, “What have I done?” When it comes to makeup application or precision tasks like eyebrow grooming, here’s the truth: Even the best products or the steadiest hand are no match for poor natural lighting and a blurry reflection. Written by Jessica Teich and Jessica Kasparian