I myself have been guilty of going a long time without cleaning my makeup brushes, but I can honestly say that I didn’t know any better then. When you think about it, it’s quite disgusting. It is proper hygiene to clean your makeup brushes at least once a week; your face will thank you.
NOTE: While it is important to wash your brushes please do not leave the water running while you are not using it. Preserving water is really important and so conscious & chic. Now back to washing those brushes – Here are some facts to help you know better:
1. CONTAINS BACTERIA
After a few uses your brush can become a breeding ground for bacteria – when you apply make-up with your brushes not only does it put the color on your skin but it also removes small bits of the natural oils that are on your skin on to the brush. The bacteria then grows in the oils and goes back onto your skin when you apply your make-up again with that dirty brush.
2. CAN CAUSE PIMPLES
Dirty brushes can lead to unnecessary breakouts and infections – because you are essentially reapplying bacteria on your face, that bacteria can then get into your pores and clog them causing breakouts or infections. Yuk!
3. SPREADS COLOR
The colors from an eyeshadow, blush, or a foundation will stay on the brush after every application unless you clean it off. Often times when you are using the brush again the residue from an earlier applications can mix in with the new application and taint the color, giving you a look that you were not necessarily trying to achieve. So to see the true color of a product, not that product mixed with another product’s residue, wash your brushes. This will help you achieve the best results from your make-up.
4. AFFECTS DURABILITY
You want your brushes to last for a long time – most makeup brushes can last for up to 2-3 years, if not a little longer depending on how often you use them. However, one sure-fire way to ruin your brushes is not to maintain and take care of them in between uses. As everything that we have, the better we take care of it the longer it will last.
HOW TO WASH MAKE UP BRUSHES?
Washing make up brushes is really easy to do. All you need is baby shampoo, warm water and a towel on which to lay your brushes to air dry after cleaning. First, wet your brush. Then pour a bit of baby shampoo in the palm of your hand. Using a circular motion, rub the brush in the shampoo causing it to lather. Thoroughly rinse and repeat the process if necessary. Lastly, do not blow dry your brushes as the heat could damage them but allow them to air dry flat on a towel.
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Stay Conscious & Chic!
