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This article originally appeared in the April 2016 issue of SELF.
Chelsea McNamara
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Out with the old, in with the new!
This cleaning cheat sheet will help you let go of the products that are just taking up room.
And perhaps you’ll clear a little bit of emotional baggage, too.
Chelsea McNamara
This Spring, build a makeup collection that enhances the beautiful woman you are without cluttering your cabinets.
Divide your collection into coordinating groups.
Start by sortingyour collectioninto piles.
Putlipstickswith lipsticks,mascaraswith mascaras and so on, says New York Citybased professional organizerTidy Tova.
Once you see whats there, its easier to ask hard questions about what should stay.
Obviously, toss the cracked compact powder.
But also nix things that serve no purposefoundationwith so-so coverage or a blush that doesnt flatter your skin tone.
Assess which products are must haves and which ones are outdated.
Ultimately, yourbeauty productsshould make you look your best and also fit your needs.
Dig deeper and think about why you’re holding on to certain items.
But what if you just cannot get rid of that one blue eyeshadow?
Look for patterns of behavior, says Baumgartner.
Make arrangements for your everyday favorites and your backup stash.
Once youve decided what works and what doesnt, find a place for the winners.
First, says Tova, be sure that everyday products remain accessible and within easy grasp.
Then keep everything else separated by categories: makeup,haircare, and so on.
Youre creating a more efficient life for yourself, which is invaluable, she says.
And shop for new products that fit your needs.
Your reward forspring cleaning: a little well-earned shopping!
(Repurchase any products that have expired.)
Keep your lifestyle and budget in mind, says Baumgartner, then pick things you actually like.
