How long has it been since you cleaned your makeup brushes? According to a survey by Anisa International, 61% of girls clean their makeup brushes only once a month or not at all. Whether it’s a foundation sponge, makeup sponge or various makeup brushes, these tools will always get dirty after being used for a long time. The accumulation of oil, dead skin, and powder stains from a dirty brush can all wreak havoc on your skin. Many dermatologists say dirty makeup brushes risk causing clogged pores and acne-prone skin. It’s time to clean our makeup tools. In just 5 steps, we can have a brand new makeup brush.
Dirty makeup brush
Mild shampoo/soap/brush cleaner
Silicone cleaning pad
Paper towels or clean towel
How to Clean Makeup Brushes
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1 Moisten the bristles of your makeup brush with warm water. Do not use hot water as this may damage the bristles of some materials. Animal-derived, natural bristles are more fragile than synthetic bristles.
2 Apply some mild soap or shampoo to the bristles. Professional brush cleaners are also a good choice. You don’t need to apply too much detergent, just let the bristles lather evenly.
3 Hold the makeup brush and gently rub it on the silicone pad. The texture of the silicone cleaning pad can clean the bristles more deeply and remove stains quickly. It’s okay if you don’t have a silicone pad. Try rubbing your makeup brush in circular motions in the palm of your hand. After 30 seconds of circular motion, you will find that the stains in the brush are disappearing along with the foam.
4 Rinse the bristles with warm water until the foam completely disappears. Try not to let water seep into the brush handle, as this may cause the glue to loosen and the brush to fall apart.
5 Gently squeeze out the moisture from the bristles. Please do not pull on the bristles. Place the cleaned makeup brushes on the makeup brush drying rack to dry. You can also lay the brush flat on a clean towel or paper towel to dry. It is recommended not to use a hair dryer to dry the bristles to keep their shape intact.
How often should I clean my makeup brushes?
The American Academy of Dermatology recommends cleaning your makeup brushes every 7-10 days. Of course, exactly how often you clean your brushes depends on how often you use them. If you wear makeup every day, it’s best to cleanse once a week. During the cleaning process, if you find that the brush is moldy, throw it away immediately. Mold will spread to other brushes, which is scary.
How to store makeup brushes?
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In order to prevent makeup brushes from being scattered, it is best to use a makeup brush storage rack. Choose a storage box with a lid to prevent your brushes from collecting dust. There are many beautiful and affordable makeup brush organizers on Amazon. Organizing your makeup brushes will make your dressing table look tidier and is also good for our skin health.
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