What You'll Need:
- Gentle Soap or Brush Cleaner: You can use baby shampoo, gentle liquid soap, or a specialized brush cleaner.
- Warm Water: To rinse the brushes.
- A Towel or Paper Towels: To dry the brushes.
- Brush Cleansing Mat or Glove (optional): Helps deep clean brushes effectively.
Steps:
Gather Your Brushes: Collect all the brushes you want to clean.
Rinse the Bristles: Run the brushes under lukewarm water to remove any excess makeup.
Cleanse with Soap: Pour a small amount of gentle soap or brush cleaner into the palm of your hand. Gently swirl the brush in the soap, massaging the bristles. Alternatively, you can use a brush cleansing mat or glove by swirling the brushes on its textured surface with soap for a deeper clean.
Rinse Thoroughly: Rinse the brush under running water until it runs clear, ensuring all the soap and makeup residue are gone.
Squeeze Out Excess Water: Gently squeeze the bristles from base to tip to remove excess water.
Reshape the Brush: Use your fingers to reshape the brush head to its original form.
Dry the Brushes: Lay your brushes flat on a clean towel or hang them with the bristles facing downward off the edge of a counter to air dry. Avoid drying them upright as water can seep into the handle and loosen the glue that holds the bristles.
Repeat if Necessary: For heavily soiled brushes, you might need to repeat the process.
Tips:
- Frequency: Clean your brushes at least once a week to prevent bacteria buildup and maintain brush quality.
- Avoid Soaking: Try to keep water away from the base of the bristles as much as possible to preserve the brush glue and handle.
- Dry Completely: Ensure brushes are completely dry before using them again to prevent mildew or bacterial growth.
Regularly cleaning your makeup brushes not only ensures a better makeup application but also helps maintain skin health by preventing the transfer of bacteria and old makeup onto your face.
