6 best ring lamps for makeup artists

Review of the best according to the editorial board. About selection criteria. This material is subjective and does not constitute advertising and does not serve as a purchase guide. Before buying, you need to consult with a specialist.

Proper lighting is key to a makeup artist. The versatile ring lamps will help you create warm or cool light in any room without creating shadows or altering your complexion or makeup.

How to choose a ring lamp for your makeup artist

1. The first thing to look for when choosing a ring lamp is ease of use. A make-up artist working on the road should give preference to compact, small-sized models with low weight.
2. Another important point is the presence of a tripod and a mount for a phone and a camera, so you can take high-quality photo and video shooting.
3. It is also worth paying attention to the number of LEDs that provide the illumination level. Simpler models of ring lamps have 240 LEDs, professional ones – 480.
4. Makeup lamps should be able to adjust color temperature and brightness, which can vary depending on the purpose of the makeup. Warm color (2000-3000K) is required for party makeup. A neutral shade (3100-4500K) is required for everyday make-up, cold white light (4500-6000K) corresponds to the luminous flux in shops, offices and shopping centers.

Rating of the best ring lamps for makeup artists

Nomination	a place	Name of product	price
Rating of the best ring lamps for makeup artists	1	LED RING PROFESSIONAL FC-480	RUB 16 900
	2	MADISON VZ-480	RUB 14,000
	3	Image Inventor FD 480 ll	RUB 14,590
	4	Nail FT-R480	RUB 6,512
	5	Color QS-280	RUB 6 490
	6	ZOMEI 35	RUB 4,500

LED RING PROFESSIONAL FC-480

Rating: 4.9

The FE-480 opens our list of the best ring lamps for makeup artists. The lighting device has a power of 96 W. The model uses 9600Lux LEDs, with a lifespan of up to 100 thousand hours. The brightness setting is adjustable thanks to the LSD screen. The main advantage of the model is the adjustment of the color flux from 3200 K to 5500 K and the presence of a color rendering index. Also, the lamp provides a mount for equipment: a mobile phone and a camera.

The set includes a separate control panel, white matte filters and a mount with a flexible main. The inner diameter of the lamp is 30 cm, and the outer diameter is 45. The lamp tilts 180 degrees, the illumination range is at least 30 m. For ease of use, the model has connectors for installing a battery, which allows you to use the ring lamp anywhere.

Reviews indicate that the lamp gives a good level of illumination, buyers like the equipment – a bag, a tripod, a mirror, and a white filter. In general, this ring lamp is recommended for purchase.

Advantages

• Gives quality light;
• Powerful built-in LEDs;
• Full set;
• The ability to install batteries;
• Flexible base.

disadvantages

• Not.

MADISON VZ-480

Rating: 4.8

More than 20 years ago, Madison began developing equipment for the beauty industry. Today the manufacturer has a large number of branches in the cities of Russia. The Madison VZ-480 model is one of the most popular, as it does not require special skills in management and maintenance. Our experts gave the VZ-480 the second place in the rating. Good lighting in the lamp is achieved thanks to the many LED bulbs (480 pcs).

The lamp gives natural light and does not distort shades, allowing you to adjust the uniformity of light, brightness, as well as light temperature. It is installed on a metal tripod and is height adjustable. The package contains a bag, cord, holder for camera and phone. VZ-480 is very easy to assemble and disassemble, carried in a special bag made of waterproof material. Suitable for makeup artists with no prior experience with equipment.

Advantages

• Flow regulation (3200-5500K);
• View up to 60 degrees;
• Low weight;
• Flexible leg with adjustment;
• Waterproof case included;
• The ability to use without a network.

disadvantages

• Not found.

Image Inventor FD 480 ll

Rating: 4.7

Lamp for make-up Image Inventor FD 480 ll, which is a combination of European technologies and materials with domestic engineering developments, occupies the third position in our rating. The model has earned 18 international diplomas and is widely used by make-up artists, cosmetologists and other beauty industry specialists.

480 LEDs and 9600 lumens provide perfect light without any distortion, while light temperature adjustment from 3200k to 5500k allows it to adapt to any ambient light. When shooting photos and videos, the light does not flicker, does not give spots and stripes, allowing for high-quality broadcasts due to the plastic matte light diffuser. Average lamp life is 5000 hours, weight is only 1.5 kg. Thanks to the special hot shoe mount, a cosmetic mirror or camera can be conveniently attached to the lamp. Digital displays allow you to see power and flow settings on 2 digital media.

Advantages

• Convenient and compact lamp;
• Adjusting the light temperature;
• 2 digital displays;
• Weight 1.5 kg;
• The term of work is more than 5000 thousand hours;
• Suitable for filming and broadcasting.

disadvantages

• Not found.

Nail FT-R480

Rating: 4.6

A ring lamp for make-up artists, beauticians, lashmakers, eyebrowers, 45 cm in diameter Nail FT-R480 is on the fourth line in our ranking. The model is suitable for tattoo parlors, nail studios, photo salons.

Nail FT-R480 is popular with video bloggers, makeup artists and other professionals who require natural, even light for their work, and photographers also use it in photo areas and press walls. 480 LEDs and 4,500 lumens provide high-quality professional lighting. Additionally, the kit includes a tripod, 2 m high, an adapter for attaching a phone and a camera, a bag for carrying a lamp and a 2-sided mirror.

Advantages

• Convenient lamp for professional use;
• 480 LEDs for even flow;
• 2m tripod;
• Equipment bag and mount included.

disadvantages

• Not.

Color QS-280

Rating: 4.5

The Color QS-280 lamp with 280 LEDs, designed for studio shooting, is in the fifth line of the rating. It has a round classic shape with a diameter of 25.5 cm and shines up to 10 meters. The matte diffuser does not create shadows or reflections on illuminated surfaces. A dimmer allows you to adjust the light temperature, making the lighting warmer or colder.

The lamp is equipped with a USB port for charging a smartphone, a universal mount for a camera and a camera, a phone. The floor stand allows you to conveniently place the lamp near your desktop. Also included is a mirror and connection cable, adapter and bag. In general, buyers like the Color QS-280 due to its compactness, power and unusual design. The lamp comes in black, mint, pink.

Advantages

• Convenient compact lamp;
• Matt diffuser;
• Basic configuration;
• Phone charging port;
• Brightness and lighting adjustment.

disadvantages

• Does not work from the outlet.

ZOMEI 35

Rating: 4.4

At the last step of our ranking is the ZOMEI 35 ring lamp, which is designed for both home and professional use. The model has optimal power (41 W) and directional light flux, tilt and color temperature (2700 to 5500K) can be adjusted. Outside diameter – 35 cm, mains powered, number of LEDs – 336 pcs.

The set includes a tripod, mounts for the camera and smartphone, a mirror. The tilt angle is up to 180 degrees, it is also possible to fix the lamp in a given position, which greatly facilitates the work. Additionally, there is a battery connector. Buyers love the lamp's even light, stability, and battery life.

Advantages

• Light and color adjustment;
• Tripod and mirror included;
• Compact and flexible tripod;
• Battery connector.

disadvantages

• No display.

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Attention! This rating is subjective and does not constitute an advertisement and does not serve as a purchase guide. Before buying, you need to consult with a specialist.