Ring light for makeup – your ideal makeup light

Almost every woman does it practically every day: applying makeup. To give your makeup the best possible look, you surely know how important the right lighting is. With a ring light for makeup, you have the optimal light source to achieve a perfect makeup result.

Ring light for makeup – why you need it

For many women, applying makeup is more than just a daily ritual. Makeup allows every woman to emphasize her own personality and express it more effectively to the outside world. Naturally, you also want to present yourself in the best possible light in public.

But the right lighting is also crucial when applying makeup. Only then can you see all the facets of your face optimally and perfectly coordinate the individual components and color nuances. A ring light for makeup provides improved illumination at your vanity.

It's no coincidence that professional makeup artists in film, television, and theater rely on optimal lighting not only during filming and performances, but also backstage while applying makeup. A ring light is frequently used for makeup application in this context as well.

Ring light for makeup – what exactly is it?

As the name suggests, a ring light is a light source in the shape of a ring. Because the light itself is ring-shaped, it ensures optimal illumination of the area where you want to apply makeup. A ring light is therefore practically indispensable if you want to achieve the best possible makeup results.

The special feature of a ring light for makeup application is that the even illumination prevents unwanted shadows. This ensures that all areas of the face being made up are optimally lit and can therefore be applied perfectly.

Ring light for makeup – consider the differences before buying

Ring lights were originally developed to ensure optimal lighting for selfies, photos, or videos. Since their main purpose is to perfectly illuminate a specific area, they are also ideal as ring lights for makeup application. Ring lights can be categorized as follows:

In our online shop you'll find a wide selection of different ring lights , so you're sure to find the perfect ring light for your makeup routine. Which model is best suited to your needs depends primarily on the conditions at your makeup station.

We'd be happy to advise you comprehensively in your search for the perfect ring light for your makeup. Simply chat with us or send us an email to info@piecarte.com . This way, you'll not only benefit from our experience and knowledge of all types of ring lights, but we'll also work with you to find the ideal ring light for your makeup needs.

Buying a ring light for makeup – These points are important

When choosing your new ring light for makeup, you should pay particular attention to the following points:

The size

A small ring light with a diameter of 10 to 15 centimeters is usually sufficient for makeup application. However, if the available space allows you to place the ring light further away, you should opt for one with a diameter of 30 to 40 cm.

The luminosity

To optimally illuminate all facets of your face when applying makeup, the brightness is crucial. Ideally, this should be adjustable so you can adapt your ring light to the ambient light.

The light color & light temperature

You should also consider the color temperature and light color when choosing your ring light for makeup. Cool white light is rather unsuitable, as it doesn't closely resemble natural light. Warm orange light with a color temperature of 4,000 to 6,000 Kelvin, on the other hand, is closest to natural light.