Makeup brush care between washes

3 min read · Beauty House HQ

Makeup brush care between washes

Brushes do their job when they are looked after. You do not need to wash them every day.

A short weekly routine keeps them in shape.

Wipe after use

After each use, wipe the bristles on a clean tissue or cloth. This takes a second.

It stops product building up.

Wash weekly

Once a week, swirl the bristles in lukewarm water with a little mild soap. Rinse until the water runs clear.

Reshape the bristles with your fingers.

Dry on a rack

Let brushes dry head down on a towel first, then stand them in a rack. Our Makeup Brush Drying Rack holds several, and the silicone wipes clean.

Let them dry fully before you put them away.

Keeping a routine

Choose one day each week as brush day. Wash the ones you use most, and spot clean the rest.

Keep a clean tissue near your makeup spot, and wipe each brush after use. Store brushes with the bristles up in a clean cup once they are dry.

Set up your rack near a window or a shelf with some air. The Makeup Brush Drying Rack is about 21 cm long and 5 cm wide, so it fits on a small counter. Browse travel and brush care for more, and the Refillable Travel Bottle Set for taking brush soap on a trip.

Questions and answers

How often should I wash my brushes?

Many people wash them once a week.

Can I use hot water?

We suggest lukewarm water.

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