If you know how to clean makeup tools raise your hand; and if you know how to do it the right way, raise both hands. Well none of the hands around me are raised, including mine, which means cleaning makeup tools has never been my forte. And if it is the same case with you, help is at hand. The folks from Maincleaners in London, who know a thing or two about cleaning, have decided to share with us a few tips on how to clean makeup tools the right way. At least we might learn a thing or two and most likely extend the lives of our makeup tools.

Do you really remember the last time you deep cleaned your makeup tools? If you don’t it must have been quite a while ago. Many people are so focused on keeping the household clean that they actually forget to take care of the tools that touch their face.

The germs and dirt the makeup tools collect can be as dangerous as the bacteria inhabiting your carpet, so take your time and disinfect all tools you use. Those you keep for no apparent reason can also go through a thorough disinfection and you can keep them in a box where they will be protected against dirt.

Finally, How you can Clean Makeup Tools

The Sponges

Let’s start with cleaning the sponges as they endure the most wear and tear. You have to clean them after every 4-5 uses. Rinsing after every usage is a must-do activity unless you want bacteria to spread all over your face the next time you use the same sponge. As far as the thorough sanitation of the sponges is concerned, you need to run them under warm water and apply a few drops of a mild soap or shampoo. Then, rinse thoroughly and absorb the excessive quantity of water with a paper towel. Finally, let the sponges air dry.

Brushes

As far as brushes are concerned, they also require rinsing after every usage. When it is time for a deep cleaning procedure, put them under running lukewarm water. It is really important to clean the brushes with water streaming down; otherwise the water running directly into their base will most probably make them unusable. Apply either a mild liquid soap or a baby shampoo, rinse and repeat the procedure as many times as needed until the water runs clear.

Brush Disinfection

Your brush disinfection procedure should proceed with soaking the brushes into a solution of 2 parts water and 1 part vinegar. Soak the brushes for a minute and rinse. Place the clean brushes on a paper towel and allow them to dry naturally.

Hair Brushes

Cleaning your hairbrush might be a bit of a time-consuming project. This is because you have to remove as much hair from the brush as possible. Then you need to use a toothpick or a cotton swab to remove dirt from areas where your fingers cannot reach. If your hairbrush is made of plastic, submerge it into a solution of shampoo and water and wait for a few minutes. If the head of the brush is made of fabric, dip the bristles in the solution a couple of times. MainCleaners N1 advises to scrub the hair brush with an old toothbrush and rinse. Allow a few hours to dry before you use it again. In order to prevent dirt build-up, you are advised to clean the hair brush at least once a month.

The Metallic Tools

As far as disinfection of your metal tools is concerned, you can soak them into a solution of hot water and antibacterial soap. Rinse thoroughly and rub the tweezers, trimmers, eyelash curlers with some rubbing alcohol. Make sure you store your metal tools in a special box where they are protected against germs and bacteria. Repeat the cleaning procedure once every two weeks or as often as possible.

Taking good care of your beauty tools guarantees you will be protected against skin irritations and various unpleasant allergies. In addition, clean makeup tools allow you to achieve a better result when you apply your make up. The latter applies particularly to brushes and sponges. In other words, neglecting their disinfection is beneficial neither to your face nor to the extension of their life expectancy.

And that folks is how you clean makeup tools; whether plastic, metal or spongy.

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