10 Affordable Makeup Brush Cleaners You Need To Keep Your Tools Clean
Because dirty brushes and sponges can cause breakouts
By Smita DeSouza -
Whether you’re looking to recreate a trending makeup look, nail a flawless base or just want to do a no-makeup makeup look, makeup brushes can help you achieve the look you want. However, they do tend to get dirty and washing them can definitely feel like a chore. But trust us when we say, you want to clean your makeup brushes at least every week, more often if you use them daily.
Why you need to clean your makeup brushes
Makeup brushes can be a breeding ground for bacteria and germs and can collect dust and dirt standing on your vanity table. Not only will this transfer to your eyeshadow palettes and blush and contour products contaminating them, they can also cause breakouts or even eye infections if you’re not cleaning your eye brushes regularly.
Plus, dirty brushes that already have pigment on them will never give you that flawless application you’re looking for. The colour and product build up on them makes it difficult to pick up and lay down pigment, and it’s difficult to blend with a brush that already has product on it. Not only will you avoid all this by washing your brushes regularly, it will also help maintain your brushes so you can enjoy them for longer.
How to wash makeup brushes the right way
To wash your makeup brushes, wet the bristles and swirl them in a little brush cleanser. Avoid wetting the ferrule—the metal covering that sits between the handle and the bristles—as this could break down the glue inside that holds the hair or bristles together and destroy the brush. Work the cleaner into the brush hair by moving the brush back and forth in the palm of your hand or on a cleansing mat to thoroughly remove pigment and foundation and then rinse the brush, once again being careful not to wet the ferrule too much.
Make sure the cleaner is completely rinsed out, and gently squeeze out excess water before putting your brush to dry on a flat surface. This will help maintain the shape of the brush. Don’t use a hair dryer to try to dry the brushes quickly. Instead let them air dry for a few hours.
Now that you know the best way to clean your brushes, here are some affordable brush cleaners available in Singapore, some even as inexpensive as $2.16!
Travelling seems like a great excuse to avoid cleaning your makeup brushes, but this solid cleanser takes away the hassle of bringing liquid soap or spray along when you go away on vacay.
All you have to do is wet your Beautyblender, and swirl it around on the soap to lather it up.
This can also be used to clean brushes — all you gotta do is place the grid (which comes with the cleanser) over the block of soap before swirling your brushes.
A staple favourite, this not only ensures your brushes are super clean, but also conditions the bristles so your brushes can last for a longer time.
Extend the life of your brushes with this gentle brush cleanser that will remove product build up, foundation, dirt and dust while also conditioning the brush hair or bristles.
This no-rinse brush cleaner removes makeup and conditions your brush bristles or hair with vitamin E and macadamia oil. Dip the brush in the solution and gently dab on a tissue or towel to dry.
Alcohol-free and no rinsing required? Yes, please! Ideal for both synthetic as well as natural hair brushes, this spray instantly removes makeup so your brushes are ready to use in a jiffy.
Free of nasties, this cleanser removes makeup, dirt, oil and other impurities from your brushes leaving them soft and extending their longevity. The soft brushes allow for better pigment pick up and pay off, thus improving your makeup.
Deep clean your brushes with this carbon soap that soaks up all the impurities while destroying spores and microbes that could cause breakouts. It also comes with a cleaning pad so you don’t have to use your hands to clean the brushes.
Next time you’re at MUJI, stop by the personal care section and pick up this cleanser that is ideal for removing makeup from both your brush and your sponge.
If it’s a foaming brush cleanser you’re looking for this natural one will deliver while also deep cleaning your brushes leaving the bristles soft for better makeup application.
This cleanser easily and gently removes foundation and other makeup from the brushes without any residue, leaving your brushes looking as good as new. You can also use it to clean your sponges.