When learning how to sanitize makeup brushes you need to understand that there are different kinds of brushes for different things. For example, an animal hair brush will kill the bacteria in your brushes, but it won’t do a very good job sterilizing them. Likewise, a synthetic bristle brush will not work as well, but an animal hair brush is so much better at sterilizing than a synthetic bristle brush. This article will list what brush types to use for each purpose, what kind of sanitizing to do, and which kind of cleaning product to buy.
How to Sanitize Makeup Brushes Sanitizing makeup brushes start with proper cleaning. You can sanitize makeup brushes with either liquid or gel detergents. Make sure that the brand and type of cleaner that you are using are compatible with your makeup brushes (some brands of make up brushes are specifically for a certain brand and type of cleaner). To sanitize makeup brushes soak them in hot water for a few minutes, then simply run the hot water through the bristles, rinse them off, and then repeat the process for the remaining bristles.
How to Sanitize Mascara While mascara is generally considered to be the most “oosiest” of the cosmetics products out there, the truth is that mascara can harbor a whole bunch of germs.
It is important to remember that your mascara wand will touch your face and ingest some of the germs on your face. If you find that your mascara is stinking or that it has an unpleasant odor, take a shower and throw the mascara away or wash your face in hot water. Also make sure that you only brush the outside of your lashes, and do not put the mascara into your eye. Clean your eye with sterile tweezers and then gently swipe the mascara off your eye.
How to Sanitize Eyelash Curlers One of the most common items found in makeup kits are eyelash curlers. They’re used to add shine and definition to one’s eyelashes, and can also be used to thicken the look of one’s eyebrows. Unfortunately, one of the main ways that these curlers get bacteria is through contact with ones face. So if you have eyelash curlers in your makeup bag, throw them away or rinse them off immediately before putting them on.
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How to Sanitize Makeup Wipes If you find that you have cream, powder, and pencil in your makeup kit, then you know that these products can end up in your eyes after they’re wiped away. This is because all three of these products have a tendency to gather and stick to your finger once they are removed from the container. To effectively sanitize these items, simply take a small amount of rubbing alcohol and spray it over your hands. Then rub the rubbing alcohol onto the wipe and allow it to sit for a few seconds.
How to Sanitize Makeup Brushes Although makeup brushes do not typically fall into the category of being “sanitized” like sanitizing products do, they still need to be cleaned properly to prevent the spread of germs. To clean a makeup brush, simply spray a little bit of rubbing alcohol onto the bristles and wipe them off. The alcohol will sanitize the brush as well as eliminate any germs. You may also want to consider purchasing an antibacterial brush that is designed to kill germs. These types of brushes will not only remove germs, but they will also make sure that your makeup stays fresh and beautiful for a longer period of time.
