While it’s a commonly overlooked process, it’s crucial to properly clean your makeup brushes. Without doing so, makeup, oil, dirt and bacteria can accumulate in the bristles, resulting in clogged pores and blemishes. Not only that, but failing to clean brushes can cause them to break down more quickly. To prevent any breakouts from the buildup while preserving your brushes, follow these quick and easy steps once a week.

First, you’ll need a quality cleaner like being Colorescience Pro – Brush Cleaner Spray. Spritz the product onto a paper towel and gently work it over the brush hair until makeup is fully removed. The solution not only disinfects brushes and rids them of any harmful bacteria but also conditions them with natural citrus oils. For more thorough, deeper cleaning, spray directly onto the brush and leave it on for one minute.

Next, dry the brushes as much as possible with a paper or cloth towel. Lastly, reshape them and allow them to dry over night. It’s important to lay them down flat so that water doesn’t leak into the brush handles, which can loosen the glue and cause the brush to eventually break.

A clean makeup brush is key for keeping skin looking fresh and ensuring optimal application of your favorite makeup products. This simple process will keep brushes more hygienic and additionally, long-lasting.