Follow these tips to get clean fresh makeup brushes.
We all seek that perfect, flawless, and beautiful makeup look. And let’s all agree, that brushes are the magical tool to get “THE” look! Brushes need to be cleaned to protect our skin from germs and unwanted bacteria that could cause skin breakdowns. Here’s everything you need to know about the art of cleansing your brushes.
Without complicating things, all you need is warm water and a brush cleansing soap. If you don’t have a brush cleansing soap, you can replace it with a gentle soap. Using regular soaps will dry out your brushes.
If you are wondering how often you should clean your makeup brushes. Dermatologists advise cleaning it once a week, to avoid product build-up.
The right steps to clean your brushes:
- Soak your brushes for some time in warm water
- Drop some of your brush cleanser or the gentle cleaner gel on the palm of your hand
- Gently, press the brush against your palm and rub it to make sure that the cleanser will reach the hairs of the brush
- Rinse the brush well without leaving any soap in the brush
- Keep your brushes aside on a clean towel to dry and be ready again
Does the makeup brush expire?
Like anything in expires, so does a makeup brush. Note that you should get rid of your makeup brush when it doesn’t give you the finishing touch that you used to have by using it. When the brush starts to fray, shed, or lose its shape.