Brushes and blenders and bacteria, oh my! Chances are you use your makeup brushes and makeup blenders on most days—but how often do you really clean them? If you want to make all the effort you put into your skin care routine worth it, then you’re going to want to wash your makeup brushes and makeup blenders more regularly. Keep reading to find out why it’s so important to keep your makeup tools clean—and how to do it.
WHY YOU SHOULD CLEAN YOUR MAKEUP BLENDERS AND makeup BRUSHES
You know how valuable beauty tools like makeup blenders and brushes can be when it comes to applying foundation, concealer, blush, and more. In fact, you probably own quite a few different varieties that you break out in the morning when you’re getting ready for the day. They just make things look so much better, right?
But it turns out that makeup brushes and makeup blenders can be breeding grounds for bacteria, especially if they’re not cleansed regularly or stored properly—or, even worse, shared with a friend. Think about it: Even if you don’t have oily skin, the buildup of products and germs can contaminate your brushes—and if you don’t clean them, then you’re just going to transfer that to your face. Um, no thanks!
HOW TO CLEAN YOUR MAKEUP BLENDERS
We love makeup blenders because they can help create the seamless application of many liquid and cream makeup products like foundation, concealer, and highlighter. But what if you’re always in a rush and feel like you have no time to wash all your blenders? The good news is, the L’Oréal Paris Infallible Blend Artist Foundation Blender, L’Oréal Paris Infallible Blend Artist Concealer Blender, and L’Oréal Paris Blend Artist Contour Blender can all be cleaned easily. Just wash each makeup blender with gentle soap and water. Squeeze out the excess water and store in a cool, dry place. Yep, it’s that simple—so no excuses next time!
HOW TO CLEAN YOUR MAKEUP BRUSHES
Once you take a moment to think about your makeup brushes touching your face and coming into near-constant contact with dirt, oil, and bacteria, it should be an easy realization that they need more love and maintenance.
Cleansing your makeup brushes doesn’t need to be a big undertaking, though—you can keep it simple by using products you already have at home. A gentle shampoo, soap, or daily facial cleanser can work perfectly to help break down the makeup or dirt that has caked onto the bristles over time, without damaging your brushes and blenders. You can also wash makeup brushes with a brush cleanser—it’s up to you as to what you’d like to use!
Once you’ve chosen the best product to cleanse with, it’s time to get right to it. Set up shop at the sink and start running warm water. Place a small amount of shampoo or facial cleanser in the palm of your hand and mix with a bit of water. Take a few brushes at a time and swirl the bristles in your hand to help loosen the debris. Once your brushes are thoroughly sudsy and the cleanser/shampoo that was in your hand has started changing color, begin rinsing them off. Repeat these steps until the water starts to run off clear and your tools have returned to their original color. (Just keep in mind that certain dark-hued makeup products may have permanently stained your previously lightly-colored makeup brushes.)
When you’ve finished rinsing, gently brush your tools against a microfiber cloth or towel (even a textured paper towel will help) to test their cleanliness and dislodge any last bits of dirt or makeup that might remain. If you’re satisfied with your work, lay your brushes down to dry overnight on a paper towel to absorb any excess water.
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