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Well, it is now March, and you know what that means… spring cleaning!!!
I have been asked many times over the years about how I clean my makeup brushes, and I figured it was finally time to share my method. You really only need two tools to thoroughly disinfect makeup brushes: a gentle soap and a textured cleaning mat.
Dr. Bronner’s Baby Unscented Pure-Castile Soap – $8.12:
After using dish soap, bar soap and expensive face wash, I have come to find that Dr. Bronner’s works the best for my needs. It is inexpensive, cruelty free, fragrance free, a little goes a long way, and it effortlessly cleans my brushes.
Large Brush Cleaning Mat – $6.79:
I could not find my exact mat, but I linked a similar one. There are a million and one brush cleaning mats online and in stores. I highly recommend purchasing one that has suction cups on the bottom so it stays in place. Not too long ago, I used a mini handheld version, and while it works in a pinch, I prefer the larger mat.
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Do not judge my dirty brushes! Actually, please do. I am ashamed to admit how long it had been since I washed them.
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I pour a small amount of soap on the mat (you do not need much with Dr. Bronner’s), gently scrub the brush in the suds, rinse and place it on a towel to dry. Sometimes I need to scrub and rinse multiple times if stubborn makeup is caked on the bristles.
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There is nothing more satisfying than all of your makeup brushes being completely clean and sanitized!
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How do you clean your makeup brushes? Have you tried one of the electric brush cleaners?
All my love,
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Hmm I love to try Dr Bronners one day!
I use Elfs hand held scrubbing pad and their Sponge Charcoal Soap Bar. It works wonders for both sponges and brushes! Both are affordable!
I need to try their charcoal soap bar!