You have some options, according to our pros: What should I use to wash my makeup brushes? As far as cleaning your makeup sponge and beautyblender, it 'should be washed after every use they can harbor bacteria much easier than brushes as they are used wet and stay wet for a while after use,' says Wizemann. For liquid foundations, concealers, and eyeshadows, these 'should be cleaned daily as they are more prone to harbor bacteria that can potentially cause infections,' says Wizemann. For brushes used with liquids or creams: Daily.'Once or twice a week is probably adequate for brushes used for powder makeup such blushes and bronzers,' Wizemann says. For brushes used with powders: 1-2 times a week.'Ideally, the brushes should be cleaned every time you use them but that may be a real challenge to most of us,' says Sabina Wizemann, senior chemist at the Good Housekeeping Institute Beauty Lab. Here's what you need to know: How often should I clean my makeup brushes? Many makeup artists believe brushes are the most important step for achieving great makeup, so if it's been quite a while since you lathered up your own, it's time to get deep-cleaning. But according to the pros, it's essential to spend at least a few minutes each week getting the gunk out to prevent bacteria growth, acne, and more gross skin issues.

Most of us are guilty of neglecting our makeup brushes, letting powder and cream formulas build up on the bristles for weeks, or using more than one color without cleaning in-between.

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