We all want to look our best, but using dirty makeup and beauty tools can leave less-than-desirable results. More frightening than going out looking a little off is developing a skin rash or infection from bacteria-laden tools.
Learn how to properly clean ten common beauty tools for your health and your best self.
Makeup Brushes
Unless you have extras, pick a time to clean your makeup brushes when you’re not in a rush.
- First, wet the brush well with plain, cool water. Try to wet only the bristle part to prevent weakening the adhesive that holds the brush to the handle.
- Place a dab of gentle shampoo or detergent in the palm of your hand and swish the brush through the shampoo, making sure it gets into the center of the brush.
- Rinse with plain water, keeping that handle dry.
- Gently squeeze the water out of the bristles, keeping them lying as flat as possible. Lay the brushes flat on a towel to air dry, at least overnight before using.
Ultrasonic Facial Brushes
Even though you use a cleanser with your ultrasonic facial brush, it still needs to be cleaned regularly, at least weekly.
- Unscrew the brush head.
- Use a few drops of liquid antibacterial soap on an old toothbrush to scrub between the bristles.
- Rinse well with warm water and then clean the handle with soap and a soft cloth.
- Allow the brush head to air dry overnight separated from the handle.
Eyelash Curler
Mascara, eyeliner, and bacteria can all coat the surface of your eyelash curler. None of that sounds very conducive to good eye health. A curler should be cleaned at least weekly; daily if you have sensitive eyes or any type of eye infection.
- To clean the curler, wet a cotton pad or ball with rubbing alcohol or hydrogen peroxide and wipe down all the surfaces that come in contact with your eyes.
- Keep moving to a clean part of the pad as you work. When it looks clean, make one last pass with a clean pad dipped in rubbing alcohol.
- Rinse with plain cool water because the alcohol may dry out any rubber or plastic components.
- Allow to air dry on a clean towel.
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