To clean your makeup brushes, you can follow these general steps:
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Rinse the tips of your brushes under lukewarm, running water to remove residual makeup. Only rinse the tip, as submerging the whole brush head will eventually dissolve the glue that connects the brush head to the handle.
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Use a gentle shampoo or clarifying shampoo to clean your brushes. Fill a bowl with lukewarm water and add a tablespoon of shampoo. Swirl each brush in the water, gently massaging the bristles to remove dirt and makeup. Rinse the brushes under running water until the water runs clear.
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Squeeze out any excess water from the brushes and lay them flat to dry on a towel with the tips hanging off the edge of the counter. Do not dry your brushes upright in a container, as this will cause the water to run down the brushes, loosening the glue that connects the brush head with the handle.
Here are some additional tips and recommendations:
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Dermatologists recommend washing your makeup brushes every 7 to 10 days to protect your skin and kill any harmful bacteria that lingers in your makeup brushes.
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Brushes used for liquid and cream makeup will need to be cleaned more often than those used with powder products, as bacteria is more prone to develop over time in a moist environment.
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Makeup formulas can affect the hygiene of makeup brushes. If you use mostly natural or organic makeup, you should wash your brushes more often, as those products lack a lot of the preservatives that inhibit the development of bacteria.
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You can use a specialized brush-cleaning glove or pad to help loosen the solidified makeup on your brushes.
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You can also use a natural makeup brush cleaner made with distilled water, vodka or rubbing alcohol, and a natural soap like olive or almond oil to deep clean and disinfect your brushes.
Remember that dirty makeup brushes can cause skin infections, acne breakouts, and rashes, as well as compromise your health. So, its important to keep your makeup brushes clean and hygienic.
