We’ll put this bluntly: disgusting things happen when you don’t clean your makeup brushes. We’re talking about the growth of potentially harmful microbes that can transfer to skin and cause irritation, breakouts and clogged pores.
In addition to breeding bacteria, dirty makeup brushes prevent us from getting a flawless makeup application. “A dirty brush doesn’t perform as well…
How to Clean Makeup Brushes (SEO)
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How to Clean Makeup Brushes
Restore makeup brushes and sponges to their former glory with this affordable cleaner. Spray it on beauty tools to remove built-up makeup, oil and dirt. It will help keep makeup brushes in good condition so they can be in your kit for years.
Sonia Kashuk Brush and Sponge Cleanser, $6.99 at Target
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Affordable Brush Cleaner
Makeup brushes should be washed frequently. Put this daily brush cleaner in front of the sink as a reminder to wash grubby brushes. It removes dirt, oil and makeup without ruining brush fibers.
E.L.F. Cosmetics Daily Brush Cleaner, $3 at E.L.F. Cosmetics
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Effective Alcohol-Free Brush Cleaner
Give dirty brushes a good scrub with this purifying alcohol-free brush cleaner. It banishes makeup, dirt and grime in synthetic and natural bristles, so brushes will look like new.
IT Brushes for Ulta Brush Bath Purifying Brush Cleaner, $18 at Ulta
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Solid Makeup Brush Cleaner
Traveling? That's still no excuse for letting makeup brushes get dirty. This solid brush cleaner contains argan oil to break down makeup and dirt without the risk of messy spills.
Sephora Collection Solid Clean: Solid Brush Cleaner, $14 at Sephora
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Makeup Brush Shampoo
This shampoo is designed to clean bristles thoroughly. Just run brushes under lukewarm water and gently work the formula in until it lathers to remove old foundation and eyeshadow. The effective formula utilizes plant-based ingredients that leave brushes feeling soft and looking clean.
EcoTools Makeup Brush Cleansing Shampoo, $7.99 at Ulta
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Makeup Artist's Brush Cleaner
This professional-grade makeup brush cleaner is a favorite of makeup artists and beauty lovers alike thanks to the way it cleans and deodorizes brushes in one step without leaving behind a telltale residue. It's a great addition to any makeup bag because it works on natural and synthetic brushes. And when used correctly, it's a 99.99 percent effective antimicrobial disinfectant.
Cinema Secrets Makeup Brush Cleaner, $24 at Sephora
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Spray Cleanser
Show those makeup brushes some love with this spray cleanser. Apply it to a cloth or paper towel and gently rub brushes over it until all of the dirt and makeup is removed. The formula helps to condition brushes to make them look like new.
NYX Professional Makeup On the Spot Makeup Brush Cleaner Spray, $10 at NYX Cosmetics
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Fast-Acting Brush Cleaner
Makeup brush cleaning couldn't be quicker with this spray-on brush cleaner. Apply a few squirts, then use a tissue to remove the residue. The fast-acting formula removes makeup to keep brushes looking box-fresh.
Clinique Makeup Brush Cleanser, $17 at Clinique
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Sponge Cleaning Solid
Keep makeup brushes and sponges spick and span with this solid brush cleanser. For a quick cleanse, simply swirl brushes around in the cleanser, then rinse and leave to dry.
Beautyblender Blendercleanser Solid, $16 at Sephora
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Foaming Cleanser
Artis is known for supremely chic and well-designed makeup brushes and this cleanser deserves equal hype. Its bubbling action targets makeup residue without oversoaking a brush's fibers. The sanitizing formula is especially great for those who forget to clean their makeup brushes at night because the product dries in minutes.
Artis Brush Cleansing Foam, $25 at Space.NK
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Natural Makeup Brush Cleaner
Want a natural makeup brush cleaner without having to DIY one? This effective makeup remover is made with citrus oils that bust through even the toughest of products, including mascara, latex, glue and acrylic. Try it on wigs and false eyelashes, too.
Sephora Collection The Natural: Citrus Brush Cleaner, $11.50 at Sephora
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Conditioning Cleaner
Makeup brushes should be well cared for and this conditioning shampoo ensures they remain in top shape. The multiaction formula rinses away dirt and makeup without the need for aggressive rubbing. Then it conditions brush hairs for a soft finish.
BareMinerals Well-Cared for Brush Conditioning Shampoo, $14 at Ulta
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Best Makeup Brush Cleaner
Want to know how to wash makeup brushes? This product is a great option. Wet brushes, then swirl them around in the solid coconut cleansing balm.
Japonesque Solid Brush Cleanser Cleansing Balm in Coconut, $20 at Ulta
