{"id":4757,"date":"2019-04-26T20:59:04","date_gmt":"2019-04-27T03:59:04","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/skinflash.com\/?p=4757"},"modified":"2019-05-04T11:11:39","modified_gmt":"2019-05-04T18:11:39","slug":"makeup-brushes-cleaner","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/skinflash.com\/makeup-brushes-cleaner\/","title":{"rendered":"Makeup Brushes Cleaner DIY"},"content":{"rendered":"

When was the last time you cleaned your makeup brushes? If it\u2019s been a while, you\u2019re risking bacteria-caused breakouts, infection and streaky makeup by not washing your brushes.<\/p>\n

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Makeup brushes should be washed at least once a month, but once a week is even better.<\/strong><\/p>\n

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You don\u2019t have to run out and buy expensive brush cleaner. The items you need are probably already in your house. You can use simple ingredients to clean your brushes, such as dish soap and vinegar.<\/p>\n

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The oil and old makeup on your brushes can build up on your pores and cause clogged pores<\/a>. Clogged pores are the main cause of acne<\/a>. Even more serious, the dirty brushes are a breeding ground for bacteria.<\/p>\n

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Cleaning your brushes might seem like a hassle, but you will greatly prefer this chore than an acne outbreak or skin infection.<\/strong><\/p>\n

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If you\u2019re super OCD, you can even clean the makeup itself by running a cotton ball soaked with water and vinegar over the top layer of the makeup particles.<\/p>\n

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Benefits of Cleaning Makeup Brushes<\/h2>\n

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If you have rashes or skin irritations, look at your brushes as a possible culprit. If your makeup looks clumpy and uneven, it\u2019s time to wash your makeup brushes, including the beauty blender<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Dirty makeup brushes can stress the skin and make it prematurely age. Sharing makeup brushes is another no-no. Makeup artists clean their brushes after every use and you should follow suit, though you can get away with a weekly cleaning.<\/p>\n

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Other benefits of clean makeup brushes include:<\/h3>\n

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Kills creepy-crawly bugs. Most people have microscopic mites that live in our eyebrows, eyelashes and nose hairs. Gross, right? They are generally harmless, but their remains can stay on your makeup brushes unless you evict them by routinely disinfecting your brushes.<\/p>\n

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In addition to tiny bugs, bacteria and dead skin cells can accumulate on your brushes and cause acne breakouts. The oil transferred from your skin to your brush can transfer back to your skin, clogging your pores.<\/p>\n

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Dirty brushes cause makeup to go on streaky and patchy. Clean, soft bristles are less irritating to the skin and ensures a smoother makeup application. Clean brushes also last longer, which saves you money from needing to replace pricey makeup tools.<\/p>\n

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How can I disinfect makeup brushes?<\/h2>\n

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Makeup brushes can be disinfected with a special store-bought makeup cleaner. Or you can use a number of regular household items to clean your brushes.<\/p>\n

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Anything that contains vinegar or alcohol can be used, though it can cause the bristles to dry out.<\/strong><\/p>\n

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Antibacterial soap does a great job disinfecting the brushes while preventing the bristles from drying out. You can add a drop of olive oil to any mixture containing vinegar to keep the bristles nourished.<\/p>\n

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Simple Dish Soap and Vinegar cleanser:<\/h3>\n