Jan 9, 2024, 03:31 PM IST

Tips to clean your makeup accessories

Khushi Patel

Wash your makeup brushes at least once a week with a gentle shampoo or brush cleaner. To stop bacteria from growing, give the bristles a gentle wash, rinse them well, and allow them to air dry

Regularly clean your makeup brushes

After using brushes, sponges, or other equipment, spritz them with an alcohol solution or makeup brush cleanser. By doing this, germs are killed and breakouts are avoided

Use alcohol to disinfect quickly

Beauty sponges should be cleaned on a regular basis by soaking them in soapy water, squeezing out any product buildup, properly rinsing, and letting them air dry

Regularly clean beauty sponges

Tweezers and scissors should be sanitised by wiping them down with rubbing alcohol or a disinfectant solution both before and after each use to ensure cleanliness and avoid infection

Sanitise equipments

To get rid of any bacteria or product residue, use an alcohol-soaked cotton pad or cosmetic wipe to clean the surfaces of makeup palettes, compacts, and containers

Clean beauty palettes and containers

To avoid transferring bacteria or oils onto your brushes, sponges, or other tools, make sure your hands are clean before using any makeup accessories

Wash and dry your hands

To stop dust buildup and bacterial growth, keep brushes and utensils in a clean, dry place. To keep them arranged and ventilated, think about utilising brush holders or breathable containers

Makeup tool storage best practices

Throw away cosmetic brushes that are broken, frayed, or not working correctly because they can harbour bacteria and interfere with applying makeup

Replace worn-out or outdated accessories

This content including advice provides generic information only. It is in no way a substitute for qualified medical or expert opinion