6 Easy Ways To Clean Your Make-Up Brushes
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6 Easy Ways To Clean Your Make-Up Brushes

It’s no secret make-up brushes harbour lots of bacteria – so to shift the dirt, experts recommend cleaning them at least once a week. From grime-busting shampoos to solid soaps, these are the products you need on hand…
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The Liquid

Brush Cleanser, £15 | MAC Cosmetics

M·A·C’s brush cleanser has been around forever because it really is that good. Loved by the pros, it’s ideal if you want to lift colour quickly – for instance, if you want to use the same brush for a handful of different products. Simply spray it onto the brush head, and gently wipe it back and worth over a tissue. 

Available at MACCOSMETICS.CO.UK


The Soap

Katie Jane Hughes Spotless Brush Soap, £19.99 | Spectrum Collection

Make-up artists know all the tips and tricks for keeping their brushes spotless, and this solid soap is not only endorsed by, but was actually created in collaboration with, leading pro Katie Jane Hughes. The fresh, cotton scent is light and unobtrusive, and after use it makes bristles feel revived and nourished, without any effect on the shape or precision of the brush.

Available at SPECTRUMCOLLECTIONS.COM

The Shampoo

Sigmagic Brushampoo Natural Brush Cleanser, £12.50 | Sigma

Try Sigma’s Brushampoo if you prefer a satisfying lather. Full of palm and virgin coconut oil, it transforms into a light foam then, with a little elbow grease, simultaneously dissolves product build-up and nourishes bristles. And you only need a small amount, so it’ll last a long time.

Available at SELFRIDGES.COM


The Silicone Pad

Brush Cleansing Pad, £13 | Zoeva

Washing bristles with your fingers won’t fully remove all the residue, so a textured pad is useful for a more thorough cleanse. Zoeva’s version gets our vote – you can really work the bristles into the silicone to get rid of all the bacteria and build-up. Slim and palm-sized, it even features a suction cup so you can stick it to the side of your sink. 

Available at ZOEVACOSMETICS.CO.UK


The Spray

Makeup Brush Cleaner with Spray Top, £17 | ISOCLEAN

ISOCLEAN has only been around for a few years, but already it’s an internet favourite. It’s so easy to use: all you have to do is spritz it over the bristles and rub the brush head with a microfibre towel. The formula kills bacteria and shifts stubborn waxy residue, but it also contains aloe vera to keep your brushes feeling silky soft.

Available at LOOKFANTASTIC.COM

The Device

Original Make Up Brush Cleaner & Dryer, £29.99 | Stylpro

Forget scary-looking LED masks and overly complicated hair tools, this is the gadget you need in your life. It does all the hard work for you, using centrifugal spin technology to clean and dry your brushes in next to no time. Trust us, it’s a game-changer if you’re impatient. 

Available at LOOKFANTASTIC.COM

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