How to Make a Makeup Brush Cleaner

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Makeup brushes

Makeup brushes are a necessary part of beauty routines. The right brush can mean the difference between ordinary and extraordinary. Something that is often not considered is the fact that makeup brushes need to be cleaned. If they are not taken care of regularly, dirt, debris and bacteria will remain on the brush. They will no longer work as well, and they can cause acne flare-ups and other skin problems.
You don't need to spend a lot of money on a makeup brush cleaner. With a few simple ingredients, you can make your own right at home and extend the life of your cosmetic tools. Does this Spark an idea?

Things You'll Need

  • 1 cup distilled water
  • 1 tbsp. baby shampoo
  • 2 tbsp. rubbing alcohol
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Instructions

    • 1
      Distilled water

      Take a glass bowl and put in 1 cup of distilled water (available in most stores). If you don't have access to distilled water, you can boil tap water on the stove for 20 minutes, then let cool. Add 2 tbsp. of rubbing alcohol and swirl until mixed.

    • 2
      Gentle baby shampoo

      Add 1 tbsp. baby shampoo to the water and alcohol mixture. Any brand is fine, as long as it is a gentle shampoo.

    • 3

      Mix all ingredients until well-blended.

Tips & Warnings

  • Double the batch of your cleaner recipe and store in a container for future use.

  • Brushes should be cleaned every 2 weeks to avoid bacterial buildup. Don't omit the alcohol, as it kills bacteria on the brushes.

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