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Which brings us to the question: do wereallyknow how to keep our makeup clean?

Meet the Experts

How often should you sanitize your makeup?

A counter with makeup on it and a plant in the corner

Stocksy

First, let’s start with the basics.

This is important, as we all have our own microbiomes and germs, plus infections can be asymptomatic.

What should you focus on when cleaning your makeup?

You’re not alone, but you are likely reusing old, dirty sponges.Yikes.

How often should I clean and sanitize my makeup brushes?

Mostmakeup brushesare made of synthetic bristles or natural animal hairs and work best when cleaned weekly.

If this happens, toss it right in the garbage or recycling.

How can you keep your makeup clean?

How do you sanitize specific makeup products?

The eye area is so delicate and its best not to chance it.

A serious no thank you.

Liquid/Cream Tubs or Pots

Another way to keep your products clean?

Do not, we repeat, do not dip your fingers in them.

You always want to use sanitaryapplicatorson your makeup to not cause germs, oil, or dirt to spread.