To clean a foundation brush, you can follow these general steps:
- Rinse the brush : Run the bristles under lukewarm water to remove residual makeup.
- Use a gentle shampoo : Fill a bowl with lukewarm water and a tablespoon of gentle shampoo. Swirl the brush in the bowl to create a lather, then rinse it under running water until the water runs clear.
- Dry the brush : Squeeze out the excess moisture with a clean, dry paper towel, and then lay the brush flat to dry on a towel with the tips hanging off the edge of the counter.
It's important to clean your makeup brushes every 7 to 10 days to prevent bacteria buildup and skin issues
. You can use gentle shampoos, solid bar cleaners, or makeup brush cleansers to clean your brushes
. Additionally, you can use natural ingredients like castile soap, alcohol, and oil to make a DIY makeup brush cleaner
. It's also essential to take care of your brushes to extend their lifespan. For example, you can wash natural brushes more frequently than synthetic ones, and you should avoid submerging the whole brush head in water to prevent damage to the glue that connects the brush head to the handle
