2007-10-27 07:44:51 · 14 answers · asked by sweethyedreamer213 3 in Beauty & Style ➔ Makeup
Rubbing alcohol for a brief period of time
2007-10-27 07:47:54 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 2⤋
I'm a make-up artist and I have brushes that are over 20 years old that are still in excellent condition that I use several times daily. And yes, I do have some M.A.C. brushes but none are that old...probably the oldest is about 6 years.
I have used Cinema Secrets brush cleaner for as long as I can remember. As soon as I'm through with a brush, I dip it into the cleaner and gently swipe on a soft towel until the brush rubs clean. I then let the brush dry on it's side with the bristles hanging just over the edge of the counter. This ensures that no liquid pools down inside the ferrule, or metal portion, of the brush that holds the bristles together. This is integral to keeping your brush clean AND it's keeping all it's bristles. Once dry I place it back in my brush holder. Once a week I gather all my brushes and gently wash in a solution of warm water and a small amount of gentle baby shampoo. I gently dry, press and shape the bristles with a cloth and, again, let them dry on their sides. Once dry, I will lightly spritz with 99% alcohol and I have beautiful, clean, almost like new brushes again.
Here is the link for the cleaner I use:http://professionalsecrets.stores.yahoo.net/more-brush-cleaner.html
If you treat your brushes well, they'll last a lifetime even when you're using them throughout the day.
Hope you found this helpful.
Good luck,
LR
2007-10-27 08:21:54 · answer #2 · answered by L R 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You can make a brush cleanser with: Purified Water - 1 cup Rubbing Alcohol - 1/4 cup Dishwashing soap/detergent (preferably one that is moisturizing and a good grease fighter) - 1/2 Tablespoon Shampoo (gentle for regular hair - optional) - 1/2 tablespoon Spray Leave in Conditioner (optional) - 1 Tablespoon Tall Glass (to mix in) Empty Bottle (needs to be able to hold about 15 fl. oz. I believe Something to stir with Or you can mix Dish detergent and pure olive oil on a plate, and wash them that way, Dip the tips in water, use the dish soap/olive oil, and work it in. Then rinse thoroughly. Try not to get the water in the metal above the bristles that attaches them to the handle, because it can rot, and the brush will be ruined.
2016-04-10 21:43:32 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
They make special cleaner for brushes at Mac so you wont ruin them, the stuff really works, just make sure you let your bristles dry very well before putting on any more makeup!
I hoped this helped =)
2007-10-27 07:48:22 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
Put a non- cream makeup remover in the sink with some tepid water and let your brushes soak for a while. Rinse well.
2007-10-27 07:49:30 · answer #5 · answered by momentary997 2 · 0⤊ 2⤋
I am not sure, but you should throw out make up that has:
become dry
you have had for 6 months
Brushes the same thing, throw them out after 6 months, it helps with your skin and breaking out... or the lack there of.
2007-10-27 07:49:00 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 2⤋
depends on whats on them. If its just dry powder and you didn't drop it in the toilet( like I have done!) I just wash mine out in the sink with shampoo. Or you can use a can of compressed air !
2007-10-27 07:49:38 · answer #7 · answered by to tell ya the truth........... 6 · 0⤊ 2⤋
I use Johnson's Baby shampoo...the best :)
2007-10-29 05:48:05 · answer #8 · answered by ? 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
shampoos probably the best idea, but use johnson's baby shampoo!
2007-10-27 07:51:23 · answer #9 · answered by Lisa S 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I use liquid soap and water. You can also use eye makeup remover.
2007-10-27 09:05:13 · answer #10 · answered by ♥BrownEyedGirl♥ 6 · 0⤊ 1⤋