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Remove product build-up and bacteria while keeping bristles fluffy and soft.
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Plus, dirty brushes simply dont work as well.
Taking the time toclean your makeup brusheswill give you the best system possible, says beauty expertAnisa Telwar Kaicker.
Built-up product and pigment on dirty brushes can leave your makeup looking streaky and discolored.
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Its a top pick for Kaicker, who says that its extremely effective at removing debris from brushes.
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It also pairs beautifully with a brush-cleaning mat (keep reading for our favorite one of those).
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And since its alcohol-free, you dont have to worry about it drying out your natural bristle brushes.
The pro-grade formula works equally well on synthetic and natural bristles alike, and it comes in three sizes.
Its gentle, plant-based, free of potentially irritating fragrance, and its dermatologist-tested.
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Just FYI, its meant to be used for a weekly deep clean rather than a daily freshening.
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Up your cleansing game by pairing your fave cleanser with this clever multi-textured mat.
Just swirl your brushes against the mat and let the BPA-free silicone nubs do the hard work for you.
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This popular solid is a great option for anyone who wants a natural, vegan-friendly cleanser.
If you’re in a rush or on the go, these cleansing wipes provide an easy alternative.
Reach for this option for your makeup sponges.
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Dump out the liquid and spin again to get your brushes dry in 10 seconds flat.
This lightly scented option from NYX cleans and disinfects brushes, and leaves them feeling soft.
It even helps get rid of tough foundation and blush stains.
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This large bottle should last quite a while, too, as a little goes a long way.
But real talk: who has that kind of time?
Five minutes later, theyll be good to go.
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A quick spritz and youll have cleaner, fresher, fluffier brushes in a flash.
What to Look for in a Makeup Brush Cleaner
Yes.
every two to three weeks.
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After years of not cleaning her makeup brushes regularly, she recently committed to making it a weekly activity.
The Jenny Patinkin cleanser on this list is her current go-to.
Esme Benjaminis a writer, editor, and podcaster based in New York.
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She began writing and editing for the Byrdie team in 2023.
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