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    How to Properly Care for Your Makeup Brushes

    A beauty industry pro shares how to wash your tools the right way, from choosing the best cleanser to drying them so they'll regain their original shape.
    by Eden Univer, Teen Vogue

    Brushes are often a necessary part of your beauty routine, but when cared for incorrectly, these makeup heros can become your worst enemy. First of all, brushes can be expensive. If you invest in a great set, you have to wash them properly or they'll quickly deteriorate. The other downside to dirty brushes is that in addition to applying makeup onto your face, you'll also be spreading germs and bacteria. That's a recipe for breakouts! Clean brushes mean clear skin. Do you really need another reason to get scrubbing?

    That's where celebrity makeup artist Nick Barose comes in. He's providing you with tips and tricks for keeping your brushes in tip top shape so they'll stay a part of your collection for the long haul. Find out what products to use for washing different types of brushes, how often each should be cleaned, and how to dry them properly post-cleansing.


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      Washing Natural Bristle Brushes
      "Brushes that are used for dry products, like powder, bronzer, and blush can be cleaned just once a week with a moisturizing white bar soap, like the Dove Beauty Bar," explains Barose. "These brushes can last for years."

      You can also use a gentle shampoo to clean brushes! "I prefer using shampoo for soft, natural bristle brushes or eye makeup brushes but only when the colors used ... more 
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      Washing Natural Bristle Brushes
      "Brushes that are used for dry products, like powder, bronzer, and blush can be cleaned just once a week with a moisturizing white bar soap, like the Dove Beauty Bar," explains Barose. "These brushes can last for years."

      You can also use a gentle shampoo to clean brushes! "I prefer using shampoo for soft, natural bristle brushes or eye makeup brushes but only when the colors used aren't too dark, like if you're using a lot of neutrals. Rinse the bushes in water and then swirl it into the soap so it lathers up. Massage through it and be sure to clean all of it, not just the tips. The same goes for if you're using shampoo. Pretend you're massaging your hair! Make sure to rinse until the water runs clean." less 

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