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Haven’t cleaned your makeup brushes in ages? You’re not alone. But you need to follow these directions if you want gorgeous skin and brushes that last.
You probably diligently cleanse your skin and faithfully replace your mascara when it starts to get clumpy…but when was the last time you cleaned your makeup brushes? Unless you’re a professional makeup artist, it might have been months or even (yikes!) years since you last dusted off those brushes and gave them a thorough deep clean. But this should be a regular step on your beauty routine, and it’s not just a matter of quickly rinsing them in water. You need to know how to clean your makeup brushes properly if you want them to work well and last.