Lighted Magnifying Makeup Mirrors for Older Eyes: 7 Picks

7 picks and who each one suits

1. simplehuman Sensor Mirror, 5X, 8-inch round, rose gold stainless steel

   Best for: Someone who wants one dependable round mirror for everyday makeup, with light that comes on as she leans in.

   simplehuman lists 5X magnification, a cordless 8-inch round mirror, a sensor that lights it as your face approaches, and Tru-Lux light at 800 lux with a color rendering index of 95 and sunlight and candlelight settings.

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2. simplehuman Sensor Mirror Trio, 1X 5X 10X, brushed stainless steel

   Best for: A reader who switches between a full-face check and close detail work.

   The listing describes a rechargeable round mirror with 1X, 5X and 10X views you flip between, Tru-Lux full-spectrum light, touch brightness from 100 to 800 lux and sunlight and candlelight settings.

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3. Zadro Newport 10" by 18" Oval LED Lighted Makeup Mirror, 5X/1X

   Best for: Someone who wants a large, bright mirror that sits on a vanity.

   Zadro lists a 10-by-18-inch oval mirror with 1X on one side and 5X on the other, touch controls, three light settings for daylight, office and evening, and an LED ring rated up to 3,250 lumens.

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4. Conair LED Vanity Mirror, Double-Sided, 10x Magnification, Satin Nickel

   Best for: A reader who needs strong magnification for tweezing and brow shaping and is happy with a corded mirror.

   The listing describes 1X and 10X sides, three color modes and three brightness levels, an 8.5-inch viewing area that rotates 360 degrees, a weighted base and a 5-foot cord.

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5. JERDON Lighted Wall-Mount Makeup Mirror, 5X, Nickel, HL65N

   Best for: Someone with bathroom or dressing-room wall space who wants a mirror on an extending arm.

   Jerdon lists an 8-inch two-sided head with 1X and 5X views on a 14-inch wall arm, 3000K warm white LEDs and a 6-foot cord. The listing says it includes mounting hardware and a one-year manufacturer warranty.

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6. Zadro 11-inch LED Wall Mounted Makeup Mirror, 10X/1X, Oil-Rubbed Bronze

   Best for: A reader who wants a wall-mounted mirror with strong magnification that can run on batteries or a cord.

   Zadro lists a 9-inch head with 7 inches of glass, 10X on one side and 1X on the other, a 12-inch jointed arm and a 1-inch ring of 6400K LEDs. It runs on a cord or four C batteries, which are not included.

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7. Fancii Taylor LED Lighted Travel Makeup Mirror, 10x/1x, Rechargeable

   Best for: Someone who wants a purse-size mirror for touch-ups and trips.

   The listing describes a 5-inch double-sided mirror with 1x and 10x views, three dimmable light settings for warm, neutral and daylight, and a rechargeable battery that it says lasts up to 30 days on a full charge.

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How we chose

This guide is desk research. We compared mirrors by the magnification, light and mounting each brand and listing describes, and by whether an exact, new listing was available. We did not test any of these products; the notes come from brand pages, retailer listings and published reviews, and they describe what the listing says rather than how a mirror performs for any one person.

How to choose: 5X shows more of the face and suits foundation, blush and lipstick, while 10X suits tweezing and fine liner but shows a small area and magnifies every movement. Pick light that you can adjust, and think about where the mirror will sit: a steady base for a vanity, or a wall arm to save counter space.

At time of writing, every “Check price on Amazon” button below went to an exact Amazon listing that was new and in stock. Some listings are sold by Amazon.com and some by the brand, so confirm the size, finish, power type and seller on the listing before you buy.