JERDON Two-Sided Wall-Mounted Makeup Mirror - Makeup Mirror with 7X Magnification & Extendable Arm - 8-inch Diameter Mirror with Nickel Finish Wall Mount - Model JP2027N
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Brand | JERDON |
Room Type | Bathroom |
Shape | Round |
Product Dimensions | 16"L x 9"W |
Frame Material | Metal |
About this item
- WALL-MOUNT CONVENIENCE - Experience the space-saving convenience of a wall-mounted makeup mirror. This circular mirror is attached to a 20-inch scissor arm that extends from the wall. Save valuable counter space with this adjustable wall-mount mirror
- SWIVEL DESIGN - The makeup mirror features a smooth, 360-degree swivel design. The extendable arm combined with the swivel function makes grooming and makeup application easier and more convenient. Easily switch from 1X to 7X magnification
- MODERN STYLE - The Jerdon Swivel Wall Mount Mirror features a circular mirror attached to the nickel finish extendable arm. This modern makeup mirror looks stunning in any bathroom and saves space. The swivel capability and adjustable arm make this mirror as functional as it is stylish
- MAGNIFICATION OPTIONS - This Jerdon makeup mirror has 2 magnification levels, 1X and 7X. The 7X makes tweezing and grooming easier while the 1X is perfect for basic skincare and makeup application.
- SPECIFICATIONS - This makeup mirror includes an extendable scissor arm for wall-mounting with 1X and 7X magnification. The mirror has a modern nickel base and a 360-degree swivel function. The mounting hardware is included with the mirror for your convenience. The mirror measures 8-inches in diameter and has a 1-year warranty. This mirror comes with a 6.5’ power cord and plug
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Jerdon Style
Your favorite hotel products, now available for your home.
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Experience the luxury of your favorite resort from the comfort of your own home. Jerdon Style designs and sells spa-grade bath and beauty products that will make you look forward to getting ready in the morning.
Self-care shouldn’t end when your vacation does. Jerdon's products are featured in luxury hotels around the world and can now be enjoyed at home. Select from the variety of personal makeup mirrors, bathrobes, and towel dryers.
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Product Description
Looking for the perfect makeup mirror?
The model JP2027C wall makeup mirror is used in luxury hotels and spas because of its convenience, sleek look and magnification. This two-sided round mirror has an 8-inch diameter and features a smooth 360-degree swivel design that provides 1x and 7x magnification options to make sure every detail of your hair and makeup are in place. The extension arm and smooth rotation adjusts to all angles for a dynamic point of view. The JP2027C extends 20-inches from the wall and can be easily moved around, while still being firm enough to hold for odd angles. This mirror has an attractive chrome beaded finish that protects against moisture and condensation and is designed to be wall mounted. This item comes complete with mounting hardware.
JP2027 Product Features
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Mirror DimensionsThis two-sided round makeup mirror has an 8-inch diameter and features a 360-degree swivel. |
Magnification SettingsSee every detail with the 7X magnification that allows precise tweezing and grooming. Use the 1X magnification for flawless makeup application and hair styling. |
Extendable Arm Wall MountThe JP2027C has a wall mount arm that can extend 20 inches from the wall. This is great for viewing multiple angles while still saving valuable space. |
360-Degree SwivelThe rotatable mirror is mounted to a 360-degree swivel. Easily switch from 1X to 7X magnification |
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Elegant FinishElevate your bathroom with this luxury wall-mount mirror. The extendable arm features a sleek chrome or nickel finish that matches any bathroom decor or aesthetic. |
Luxury Hotel MirrorJerdon makeup mirrors are used in hotels around the world. Self care shouldn't end when your vacation does. Bring home a touch of luxury with this Jerdon mirror. |
Great GiftThis personal mirror is a great gift that's perfect for anyone looking to elevate their daily routine. Whether it's Christmas, Valentine's Day, an anniversary, or a birthday, this mirror will be a great present. |
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Customer Reviews |
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Lighted | No | No | No | No | No | No |
Magnification Level | 5X | 8X | 10X and 15X | 5X | 5X | 3X |
Two-Sided | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | No | No | ✓ |
Base Finish | Chrome | Chrome | Nickel | Chrome | Chrome | Chrome |
Wall-Mount or Tabletop | Wall Mount | Wall Mount | Wall Mount | Wall Mount | Wall Mount | Wall Mount |
Extendable Wall Mount | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | No | No | No |
About Jerdon Style
Jerdon has earned a reputation for excellence in the beauty industry with its broad range of quality cosmetic mirrors (including vanity, lighted and wall mount mirrors), hair dryers and other styling appliances. For over 40 years the Jerdon brand has been a leading provider to the finest homes, hotels, resorts, cruise ships and spas worldwide. The company continues to build its position in the market by both improving its existing line with the latest technology, developing new products and expanding its offerings to meet the growing needs of its customers.
Power Source | N/A |
Style | Wall Mount Extendable Mirror |
Mounting Type | Wall Mount |
Mirror Shape | Round |
Magnification Levels | 1X and 7X |
Portable | No |
Product details
- Is Discontinued By Manufacturer : No
- Item model number : JP2027N
- UPC : 874479000119
- Manufacturer : Jerdon
- ASIN : B000G666HE
- Best Sellers Rank: #111,531 in Beauty & Personal Care (See Top 100 in Beauty & Personal Care)
- #475 in Personal Makeup Mirrors
- Customer Reviews:
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Easy to install | 4.5 | — | 4.7 | 4.6 | 5.0 | — |
Sturdiness | 4.2 | — | 4.6 | 4.1 | 4.6 | — |
Value for money | — | 3.2 | 4.4 | 4.4 | — | — |
Sold By | Jerdon Telegraph Hill | Jerdon Telegraph Hill | ALHAKIN | Ibuywill | ffowcye | Jerdon Telegraph Hill |
material | Steel, Glass | Steel, Glass | Metal | Metal | Glass | Steel, Glass |
special feature | Magnifying | Magnifying | magnifying, wall mountable, dual sided | 360 degree, Adjustable, Magn | Adjustable, 2-Sided, 360 Degree, Magnifying | magnifying |
shape | Round | Round | Round | Round | Round | Round |
mounting type | Wall Mount | Dresser Mount | Wall Mount | Wall Mount | Wall Mount | Wall Mount |
finish type | Satin | Satin | Nickel Finish,Nickel | Chrome | Polished | Chrome Finish |
frame material | Metal | Metal | Alloy Steel | Metal | Iron | Metal |
assembly required | ✓ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✓ | ✗ |
weight | 1 pounds | 4.95 pounds | 1.85 pounds | 1.1 pounds | 1.12 kilograms | 2.4 pounds |
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Customers like the quality, ease of installation, appearance, performance, and size of the home mirror. They mention that it's well suited to the task, works well, and is a good size. Customers also like the value, and magnification. That said, opinions are mixed on stability.
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Customers like the quality of the mirror. They say it's well-made, sturdy, and has a nice finish. Customers also appreciate the mirror's clarity and the fact that it can be angled.
"...It is really solid. No flimsy components here. All of the rivets, joints, and structural members are heavy duty...." Read more
"...The quality seems pretty good, it may be a little cumbersome to extend and retract but she can just swing it out of the way so this works well for..." Read more
"Nice product. good large size. did notice some small rusty corrosion on the mirror frame...." Read more
"...The construction is solid, it really does extend like they say, and the magnification is crisp and clear - my pores have never been cleaner!..." Read more
Customers find the installation of the mirror to be easy. They mention that the whole unit is easy to install, with just two screws and wall anchors. They also say that the mirror is easy and simple to use, and it looks great when installed. The arm comes fully assembled and attached to the wall plate, and the mirror seems sturdy and comes with hardware to install. Overall, customers are pleased with how it looks and works and are happy with the purchase.
"...The arm comes fully assembled and attached to the wall plate. Included with the mirror are two phillips head screws and two wall brackets...." Read more
"...The installation was easy, I found and stud and did not use the plastic wall inserts...." Read more
"...Assembly was easy, and the mirror and scissor swing arm are made from good materials...." Read more
"Easy to install looks good works great. Thank you very much." Read more
Customers like the appearance of the mirror. They say it's not cheap looking, similar to an older design, and looks great in a black and white tiled bathroom. The finish of the metal and the mirrors look brand new once you clean the slaving creme.
"...For the price, this mirror looks very elegant and stylish - it looks like I paid a lot more for it...." Read more
"I looked for a better quality design and this is it. Similar to older design and looks great in black and white tiled bathroom." Read more
"This product (Jerdon chrome extension mirror JP2027C) is very nice, except mine has a mirror stem that is not parallel to the mounting bracket, as..." Read more
"...The look is very attractive and goes great in my bathroom. I would buy again." Read more
Customers are satisfied with the performance of the mirror. They mention that it works well, is highly useful for those who have difficulty applying makeup without a mirror, and the extension works like a dream. Overall, customers are happy with the product's performance and recommend it to others.
"...Works even better than I expected. And yes, a guest broke off the arrow, and no, I am not going to replace it...." Read more
"...The accordion arm works very well and it sits flat against the wall." Read more
"...So far the mirror is stable and working well. I'm not expecting this mirror to last through next Christmas, but at <$40, I can buy her another...." Read more
"...This mirror works well, with enough extension and adjustment available to do the job well...." Read more
Customers like the size of the mirror. They mention it's a good size, fits between large wall mounted mirrors, and is great for a smaller bathroom with limited light. The extension length is good, and suits their needs perfectly. The mirror and the extension are top notch, and are easy to put out of the way.
"Nice product. good large size. did notice some small rusty corrosion on the mirror frame...." Read more
"Long extension length helpful. Brushed nickel availability matches other bathroom items" Read more
"...Plus it is great for those who have limited space. The quality is good for the price point. The price of similar ones were way out of my budget...." Read more
"...The quality of the mirror and the extension are top notch. I couldn't be happier with this mirror." Read more
Customers appreciate the value of the mirror. They mention that it is great for the price, the quality is good for the money, and it offers good bang for your buck.
"...Plus it is great for those who have limited space. The quality is good for the price point. The price of similar ones were way out of my budget...." Read more
"...I guess I'm asking for too much from such a reasonably priced mirror though..It was very easy to mount too." Read more
"This mirror is very nice for the price. It is sleek, not chunky...." Read more
"...at a budget price." Read more
Customers like the magnification of the mirror. They say that the normal and the magnified side has great magnifiation, making detail care easy. The arm extends as described, and the 7X magnifier is really large. The mirror works great and is perfect for eyebrow tweezing and make-up application.
"...Love the magnifying side when getting close up for The husband shaving or I applying makeup, among other things...." Read more
"...I find the seven magnification to be perfect…you can see what you're doing without scaring yourself!..." Read more
"...I especially like the magnified side. As my eyes are not what they used to be it is wonderful for eyeliner and tweezing eyebrows...." Read more
"...I have not removed any stars but 7x is way too much magnification for shaving...." Read more
Customers are mixed about the stability of the mirror. Some mention that it is very sturdy, and stays exactly in the position they put it in. However, others say that the stand under the mirror comes loose easily, the screw attachment comes loose sometimes, and the mirror fell off.
"...mirror in my main bathroom is not perfectly vertical; the wall leans slightly forward and we installed the wall bracket with a slight tilt to the..." Read more
"...The mirror can also tilt up and down for a better perspective. One thing that really pleased me out of the box is the construction...." Read more
"...mention is that when it is stretched all the way out, it tilts a bit due to the weight...." Read more
"...mirror back toward the wall - gently as I normally do - and the mirror fell off & onto my bathroom vanity counter - shattering it into numerous..." Read more
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Okay, so far for exciting ways you can use the mirror. Next some words on getting the mirror properly installed and operational. First, in assembly the mirror needs to be screwed on the rod at the end of the accordion. In the "nut" on the mirror where the rod screws in is a *tiny* set screw . This must be out enough to screw the rod in, but not so far out that it falls out; you are never going to find it back. To prevent the mirror from vibrating free and falling off (a frequent complaint in the reviews), you need to put a bit of threadlocker, say "titen", on the end of the thread of the rod. I used Locktite red (permanent); then the mirror *will not ever* fall off, but there is also no way I know to take apart the mirror without melting the plastic bushings and probably oxidize the metal. Instead of trying, you would be far better off to buy a new mirror, trust me.
Further, there is a "knurled nut" on the rod that allows you to adjust the resistance that the mirror has against rotating around the rod axis. This nut should be all the way back when you screw in the rod. However, next come back half a turn or so on the rod, so that the knurled nut has a slight bit of moving space and you can use it to adjust tension. (Whether the nut retains its tension depends on which direction you rotate the mirror around its vertical axis.) The threadlocker should make the tiny set screw in the mirror nut redundant, but I screwed it in anyway, after putting a *tiny* amount of threadlocker on its thread with the point of a toothpick. It can't hurt and I rather not have a small hole there.
For something that may extend as far away from the wall as this mirror might, I would be very hesitant to attach the thing to drywall by any other way than screw it into a stud (like no way in hell I would). Google "Lift the World". And my handyman thought the provided 1-1/4 inch stainless screws were "flimsy", *even* for screwing into a wood stud instead of in stupid plastic anchors. At Lowe's, the gifted guy discovered "Hillman #9 x 1-1/2-in Silver Nickel Plated Flat Interior/Exterior Wood Screws". We would have prefered the 2 inch length, but the local Lowe's was out. Even so, the 1.5 inch Hillman screws are (1) slightly longer than the ones that came with the mirror; (2) far more substantial; and (3) look a lot better since they are nickel like my JP2027N mirror and have a bigger head that fits better. (For the chrome version, you might want to look for 2 inch #9 stainless wood screws.)
As shown in the first picture, we installed the mirror at the edge of a door frame. According to my handyman, many door frames, including this one of mine, have a stud that extends about an inch away from the edge of the door frame. Note that this is very marginal, as half the mounting bracket width takes already 3/4 of this 1 inch distance. If you want to be safe, screw a wood strip to the stud and then screw the mirror mounting bracket to that strip. But I took the risk and we screwed directly into the stud. I think it looks simpler, hence better. (First I did hammer a very thin "finishing nail" into the wall, its hole eventually to be hidden by the mounting bracket, to test that indeed the wood extended at least somewhat beyond the needed 3/4 inch. Google the various ways to locate studs if you are not familiar with these things. Or much better, consult someone who is. I wish the mounting bracket was 1 inch wide instead of 1.5 inch, but for the $25 I paid, I cannot be picky.)
One potential problem is that the mirror has very little resistance against rotating around the rod on the wall bracket. That then means that if this rod is not perfectly vertical, the mirror will not stay put in the position you put it. The mirror in my main bathroom is not perfectly vertical; the wall leans slightly forward and we installed the wall bracket with a slight tilt to the left in picture 1. So the mirror would prefer to hang somewhere above the middle of the vanity. However, in my case the deviations from vertical are not enough to affect function, as pictures 1 to 5 show. It is only at very long extensions that the mirror really starts refusing to stay where I put it. If yours needs correction, my handyman suggests glueing a little block of rubber or so, like a clear plastic bumper, to the wall bracket, so that it rubs against the bottom sleeve of the accordion that goes around the rod. Also, I found that the ugly trick of poking a wood toothpick in the holes of the plastic bushings can temporarily keep the thing from rotating. The wall in the guest bathroom is vertical, and the mirror there stays put everywhere despite a small installation deviation. The bottom line is that you want to install the wall bracket so that the rod is as vertical as possible.
The height we installed the mirror in the main bathroom is such that the accordion part can pass just above my head. For the guest bathroom, we installed it rather low, as it is easier for a tall person to hunker down a bit than for a shorter person to stand on her toes or on something else.
Next problem: it takes quite a bit of force, (an insane amount if you want me to put it more clearly), to extend the accordion, especially if you want to extend it to the max (refrain from trying or do not blame me for what happens). (Definitely another reason you want to install the mirror in a stud.) The ideal way to fix this would presumably to remove the rivets holding the accordion together, and install new ones with suitable washers between the legs. But that is beyond me. As an alternative, some lubricant is indicated. So I covered the extended accordion, and the long rods holding its ends, in "vaseline" (petroleum jelly). Then I worked the vaseline more deeply into the joints by repeatedly extending and compressing the accordion. Finally, with the accordion fully collapsed, I wiped off all vaseline still showing (except for that on the pins; that needs to stay). So in the default position, no vaseline is exposed. The remaining vaseline works, so far, really great for making extending and collapsing the accordion much easier.
(Everyone's favorite, the original WD-40, is not recommended as it is not a real lubricant and will gum up over time. You may think that a real lubricant should be used, like white lithium grease or, maybe, silicone grease. But note that the lubricant is exposed when the accordion is extended. So you want something clear rather than white. And you want something that is free from nasty chemicals that someone may be allergic to. Like, how about the chain oil lubricant suggested by my handyman, which according to the Amazon reviews, in newly revised formulation stinks insufferably like petroleum? On the other hand, people put vaseline *on their lips*. And vaseline helps protect against rust; as a kid, I covered my ice skates with a thick layer of vaseline between winters to prevent them from rusting. That is of interest for the Jerdon mirror, because the "Care and Cleaning" instructions note: "Do not submerge mirror in water or use extensive amounts of water for cleaning purposes." I assume the real message is here that if water gets at the contact area between different metals, like the accordion arms and the rivets, or the arms and their nickel coating, over time it is bound to produce rust.)
As pictures 1 and 6 show, I glued a small strip of velcro as a small white "handle" to the bottom point of the accordion that you want to pull at. I cut the strip from a white "industrial strength" velcro 1-7/8 inch circle. For the mirror in the guest bathroom, I also added a little notification arrow, made by cutting off the zip tie of a "Mr-Label 4-3/8 inch Nylon Cable Zip Ties Tags Labels Marker". It is somewhat tricky to glue this to the accordion at the right place. I ended up first glueing the arrow to the ring cut from the screw-down end of an electrical wire end, and then that ring to the accordion. I don't know how long it is going to last. Fortunately, the arrow is made from nylon instead of effectively unglueable polyethylene or polypropylene. Unfortunately I did not put it on quite straight; I will try again when a guest breaks it off.
Update Dec/29/22: I was thinking that in due time, I would have to redo the vaseline, but after over 1 1/2 years it is moving as easily as ever, and I do not see any visible dirt in it. Works even better than I expected. And yes, a guest broke off the arrow, and no, I am not going to replace it. They will just have to figure it out. :)
Reviewed in the United States on May 12, 2021
Okay, so far for exciting ways you can use the mirror. Next some words on getting the mirror properly installed and operational. First, in assembly the mirror needs to be screwed on the rod at the end of the accordion. In the "nut" on the mirror where the rod screws in is a *tiny* set screw . This must be out enough to screw the rod in, but not so far out that it falls out; you are never going to find it back. To prevent the mirror from vibrating free and falling off (a frequent complaint in the reviews), you need to put a bit of threadlocker, say "titen", on the end of the thread of the rod. I used Locktite red (permanent); then the mirror *will not ever* fall off, but there is also no way I know to take apart the mirror without melting the plastic bushings and probably oxidize the metal. Instead of trying, you would be far better off to buy a new mirror, trust me.
Further, there is a "knurled nut" on the rod that allows you to adjust the resistance that the mirror has against rotating around the rod axis. This nut should be all the way back when you screw in the rod. However, next come back half a turn or so on the rod, so that the knurled nut has a slight bit of moving space and you can use it to adjust tension. (Whether the nut retains its tension depends on which direction you rotate the mirror around its vertical axis.) The threadlocker should make the tiny set screw in the mirror nut redundant, but I screwed it in anyway, after putting a *tiny* amount of threadlocker on its thread with the point of a toothpick. It can't hurt and I rather not have a small hole there.
For something that may extend as far away from the wall as this mirror might, I would be very hesitant to attach the thing to drywall by any other way than screw it into a stud (like no way in hell I would). Google "Lift the World". And my handyman thought the provided 1-1/4 inch stainless screws were "flimsy", *even* for screwing into a wood stud instead of in stupid plastic anchors. At Lowe's, the gifted guy discovered "Hillman #9 x 1-1/2-in Silver Nickel Plated Flat Interior/Exterior Wood Screws". We would have prefered the 2 inch length, but the local Lowe's was out. Even so, the 1.5 inch Hillman screws are (1) slightly longer than the ones that came with the mirror; (2) far more substantial; and (3) look a lot better since they are nickel like my JP2027N mirror and have a bigger head that fits better. (For the chrome version, you might want to look for 2 inch #9 stainless wood screws.)
As shown in the first picture, we installed the mirror at the edge of a door frame. According to my handyman, many door frames, including this one of mine, have a stud that extends about an inch away from the edge of the door frame. Note that this is very marginal, as half the mounting bracket width takes already 3/4 of this 1 inch distance. If you want to be safe, screw a wood strip to the stud and then screw the mirror mounting bracket to that strip. But I took the risk and we screwed directly into the stud. I think it looks simpler, hence better. (First I did hammer a very thin "finishing nail" into the wall, its hole eventually to be hidden by the mounting bracket, to test that indeed the wood extended at least somewhat beyond the needed 3/4 inch. Google the various ways to locate studs if you are not familiar with these things. Or much better, consult someone who is. I wish the mounting bracket was 1 inch wide instead of 1.5 inch, but for the $25 I paid, I cannot be picky.)
One potential problem is that the mirror has very little resistance against rotating around the rod on the wall bracket. That then means that if this rod is not perfectly vertical, the mirror will not stay put in the position you put it. The mirror in my main bathroom is not perfectly vertical; the wall leans slightly forward and we installed the wall bracket with a slight tilt to the left in picture 1. So the mirror would prefer to hang somewhere above the middle of the vanity. However, in my case the deviations from vertical are not enough to affect function, as pictures 1 to 5 show. It is only at very long extensions that the mirror really starts refusing to stay where I put it. If yours needs correction, my handyman suggests glueing a little block of rubber or so, like a clear plastic bumper, to the wall bracket, so that it rubs against the bottom sleeve of the accordion that goes around the rod. Also, I found that the ugly trick of poking a wood toothpick in the holes of the plastic bushings can temporarily keep the thing from rotating. The wall in the guest bathroom is vertical, and the mirror there stays put everywhere despite a small installation deviation. The bottom line is that you want to install the wall bracket so that the rod is as vertical as possible.
The height we installed the mirror in the main bathroom is such that the accordion part can pass just above my head. For the guest bathroom, we installed it rather low, as it is easier for a tall person to hunker down a bit than for a shorter person to stand on her toes or on something else.
Next problem: it takes quite a bit of force, (an insane amount if you want me to put it more clearly), to extend the accordion, especially if you want to extend it to the max (refrain from trying or do not blame me for what happens). (Definitely another reason you want to install the mirror in a stud.) The ideal way to fix this would presumably to remove the rivets holding the accordion together, and install new ones with suitable washers between the legs. But that is beyond me. As an alternative, some lubricant is indicated. So I covered the extended accordion, and the long rods holding its ends, in "vaseline" (petroleum jelly). Then I worked the vaseline more deeply into the joints by repeatedly extending and compressing the accordion. Finally, with the accordion fully collapsed, I wiped off all vaseline still showing (except for that on the pins; that needs to stay). So in the default position, no vaseline is exposed. The remaining vaseline works, so far, really great for making extending and collapsing the accordion much easier.
(Everyone's favorite, the original WD-40, is not recommended as it is not a real lubricant and will gum up over time. You may think that a real lubricant should be used, like white lithium grease or, maybe, silicone grease. But note that the lubricant is exposed when the accordion is extended. So you want something clear rather than white. And you want something that is free from nasty chemicals that someone may be allergic to. Like, how about the chain oil lubricant suggested by my handyman, which according to the Amazon reviews, in newly revised formulation stinks insufferably like petroleum? On the other hand, people put vaseline *on their lips*. And vaseline helps protect against rust; as a kid, I covered my ice skates with a thick layer of vaseline between winters to prevent them from rusting. That is of interest for the Jerdon mirror, because the "Care and Cleaning" instructions note: "Do not submerge mirror in water or use extensive amounts of water for cleaning purposes." I assume the real message is here that if water gets at the contact area between different metals, like the accordion arms and the rivets, or the arms and their nickel coating, over time it is bound to produce rust.)
As pictures 1 and 6 show, I glued a small strip of velcro as a small white "handle" to the bottom point of the accordion that you want to pull at. I cut the strip from a white "industrial strength" velcro 1-7/8 inch circle. For the mirror in the guest bathroom, I also added a little notification arrow, made by cutting off the zip tie of a "Mr-Label 4-3/8 inch Nylon Cable Zip Ties Tags Labels Marker". It is somewhat tricky to glue this to the accordion at the right place. I ended up first glueing the arrow to the ring cut from the screw-down end of an electrical wire end, and then that ring to the accordion. I don't know how long it is going to last. Fortunately, the arrow is made from nylon instead of effectively unglueable polyethylene or polypropylene. Unfortunately I did not put it on quite straight; I will try again when a guest breaks it off.
Update Dec/29/22: I was thinking that in due time, I would have to redo the vaseline, but after over 1 1/2 years it is moving as easily as ever, and I do not see any visible dirt in it. Works even better than I expected. And yes, a guest broke off the arrow, and no, I am not going to replace it. They will just have to figure it out. :)
Tip: When we stayed at a hotel last few times I specifically had her critique the mirrors for magnification and lighting. She preferred the 5X or 7x(this one is 7X) was over the 10X, and did not really care about the light.
For the price, this mirror looks very elegant and stylish - it looks like I paid a lot more for it. The construction is solid, it really does extend like they say, and the magnification is crisp and clear - my pores have never been cleaner! I take really good care of my skin, and was shocked that with my old magnifying mirror my pores looked totally clean, but with this one I could see they weren't - which explains why I couldn't get my pores to shrink all the way down! Thanks to this mirror, after just one week my skin is 100% clean.
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Reviewed in Mexico on August 14, 2020
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