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Which LED bulb for over bathroom mirrors?

10 years ago

Natural, white or other LED bulbs for over bathroom mirrors. Which light is best for applying makeup. Am not using these mirrors BUT they do look too high, don't they?

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Steph
10 years ago
last modified: 10 years ago
It's all a matter of taste but higher color temperatures (white) are usually best for the kitchen & under cabinet lighting. I like 3000- 3500k for my kitchen (natrual white), 2700k for the bathroom/LR, even for doing makeup, it's just easier on the eyes.
You will find that brands will differ, even between the same temp and have specialty options like warm glow as you dim or whiten as you brighten, so experiment.
Bev
10 years ago
I prefer using true color (daylight) LED lights for putting on make up since it looks the most like natural light. I also use daylight LED lights throughout my house as well!

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