How often should you be cleaning your makeup brushes?īecause makeup brushes can be such a breeding ground for bacteria, King says makeup brushes and sponges should be washed at least once per week.
Here, we asked three makeup artists for their suggestions on exactly how to clean makeup brushes, when it’s worth purging your makeup brushes, and which cleaners and cleaning accessories they like to use.
There are a variety of methods popularized on YouTube and Reddit for washing brushes and makeup sponges-from swirling with dish soap and olive oil to putting your Beautyblender in the microwave-but it's often best to seek out expert advice.
