11 Steps to a Better Bath

Rethink the Makeup Bag

Buttigieg recommends using a drawer (or a freestanding unit) to store your makeup. “Put dividers in it so that it looks neat and gives you quick and easy access,” she says. “Make sure you select dividers that are easy to remove and clean.”

Every few months, when you clean the dividers, discard unused items. A good rule of thumb is that mascara lasts about three months, and lipsticks and powders last about three years. And remember to toss foundations after two years.