Are you an Olympics person? It’s one of those things: you love it or hate it.
Regardless of whether you watch or not, it’s impossible to avoid hearing about it! Especially this year with all the lead up to the games talking about bacteria in the water (and on the beach!) and Zika. I had the news on while doing my makeup and they were again reaming Rio about bacteria levels on Copacabana Beach, which are apparently 1.75 million times what would be allowed on a US beach. I went “ew” and put my big fluffy powder brush up to my face.
Pause.
When was the last time I washed that brush? 1.75 million? I’m pretty such I just rubbed more than that ALL over my face and not just once but EVERY day. That’s a pretty massive EW.
I haven’t heard of anyone dying of bacteria during the games but makeup brushes are a different story (just google eye infection- actually don’t, you get the drift.) Here are some products and tips to bring your makeup brushes up to gold medal standards:
1: Clinique Brush Cleanser
This cleanser gets the gold medal when it comes to classic brush cleansing! It doesn’t leave your favourite brush bristles dry or crunchy. Double win!
2: Sephora Cleansing Brush Wipes
When it comes to ease and simplicity (not to mention time saved) these wipes win the gold! Just use one every couple days and they will keep your brushes in tip top shape.
3: BlenderCleanser Solid
Made specifically for Beauty Blender sponges this solid cleanser will get your sponges back to new. It’s kinda like the gymnastics all-round gold winner though: it’s fantastic for all your other brushes as well!
4: Sigma Spa Express Brush Cleaning Mat
Every champion needs someone there supporting them and this mat fills that role perfectly when it comes to cleaning your brushes. The mat gets deep in the bristles without pulling them loose for a maximum clean.
Tips:
- Remember it takes a while for brushes to dry so do it on a day you aren’t planning to go out!
- Wash concealer and foundation brushes one a week (they use moist products that cake easily), and all other brushes should be washed at least 2x a month.
Are you as Olympic obsessed and as bad at remembering to wash your makeup brushes as I am? Let me know below!
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Thanks so much! Hugs, Kait
I’ve been meaning to clean my brushes and now I really want to!! Great post.
Xx
Molly
http://www.trendychickadee.com
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Thanks so much babe! It’s amazing how much better they work when they are clean. Hugs, Kait
Great post!! It’s easy to forget to clean your brushes, but definitely very important! Thanks!
Adi xx
http://www.fancycorrectitude.com
http://www.instagram.com/fancycorrectitude
Great post babe! In love with the brushes.
Thanks for sharing.
Happy Friday!
Xx, Raysa
I read this post when you posted but I am not sure if I left a comment or not.
This post was GENIUS! Loved how you kept with the olympic spirit with makeup Monday! So clever!
I desperately need to clean my brushes more often.
Love you and the new site!
xo, Shell
http://acourageousbeauty.com
Shell you are the bestest blogging bestie EVER. I miss your face and can’t wait to get back together. Hugs, Kait
Great post Kait! It is such a great topic; no wonder we both wrote about it in the same month!
~Jessica
http://www.petitestylescript.com/
It is great! And so important yet so forgotten. Hugs, Kait
Great post Kait! Glad I found your blog through social media! This is such a great topic; it’s no wonder we both wrote about it this month!
~Jessica
http://www.petitestylescript.com/
I use the blendercleanser solid soap and it works fantastically well! Always wanted to try the Sigma cleaning tool! Such a great post about cleaning your brushes – I feel like it’s normally so overlooked!
XO
StyleByPear
Very very overlooked! Thanks for dropping by babe. Hugs, Kait
I definitely don’t wash my brushes as often as I need to. I need to check out these products!
Emily
http://darlingdearestblog.com
Definitely do babe! Have a great Sunday. Hugs, Kait
You’ve read my mind kait! I keep saying, “Christina girl clean your brushes…” I then wait too long and get into something else then need them to do my makeup. It’s out of control how dirty they are. I’m gonna go do it now! Thanks for the motivation ahaha.
xo, Christina
http://www.christinabeex3.com/
Oh my goodness, I do that all the time. Ughhhh. Someday I’ll grow up and get on it! Hugs, Kait
These sound like great products. I use my fingers for applying my makeup, but will definitely remember these when I upgrade. Ha!
http://missymayification.blogspot.co.uk
I don’t blame you, fingers are the best! And always clean. 😉 Hugs, Kait
Such a great products! I totally need to try the brush cleanser!
I hope your day is as beautiful as you are!
xoxo, Vanessa
http://www.WhatWouldVWear.com
Awww you are the sweetest! Love you lady! Hugs, Kait
Amazing brushes! Love it! Thanks for sharing!
Much love, Len
http://www.lenparent.com
Thanks babe! Have a fantastic finish to your week. Hugs, Kait
These products look awesome! Thanks for the tips.
Xx, Raysa
Thanks for reading love! Hugs, Kait
I really want to try the Sigma cleaning mat! I’ve heard good things!
http://thegirlswhobrunch.com
Right? It’s so good! Hugs, Kait
These products look great! I need to try them out – especially the brush cleaner!!
xO – Steph
http://www.urbanblonde.com
Definitely! SO so important! Hugs, Kait
The Clinique cleanser sounds so nice! Thanks for sharing these tips 🙂
Check out my blog if you want: http://www.theglamandglitter.com
Tamara xxx
Thanks for reading love! It’s fantastic. Hugs, Kait
Thanks for the tips! I don’t own any of these products but I do plan on washing my brushes tomorrow with plain old soap and water! Love how you referenced the Olympics so perfectly throughout the post! Xoxo
Thank you so much Gail! It was a fun post to be punny about. 😛 Happy Monday babe! Hugs, Kait
Omg!! I’m loving all these make up tips..
Thank you babe! Have a great week. Hugs, Kait
Thanks for the reminder to clean my brushes…I don’t want to think about what’s on my blush brush right now! I haven’t tried the clinique stuff but I love everything else by them and need to!
-Lauren
http://www.ivorytowerchic.com
Definitely a brand you can’t go wrong with! Mine have been traveling a lot lately and need a good scrubbing when I get home. Hugs, Kait
Very cool post, to clean brushes make perfect sense – great products
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Sarah Lindner
http://www.thehouseofsequins.com
Thanks for stopping by babe! Hugs, Kait
Yes and yes!! I couldn’t take anymore Michael Phelps races…too intense. And I’m obsessed with Simone, she is simply A.MAZ.ING. I need to wash my brushes TONIGHT!! Thank you for the reminder!!
xoxo
Tiffani
http://www.tiffaniatbretonbay.com
That man is in a league of his own for sure!!!! I’m loving Biles soooooo much. She’s fantastic. Hugs, Kait
Kait! What a great post… EEK yes… guilty of infrequent makeup brush cleaning. So dang guilty. I needed this reminder and love the product suggestions you put out there. As for the Olympics?! I’m addicted… which means less sleep, more makeup, and more reason to clean my makeup brushes, lol.
Again, love this post idea!
X,
Heather
http://www.alittlecasual.com
Thanks for the support babe! Watching the Olympics is a great excuse to stay in and wash those brushes!!! Hugs, Kait
I was just ordering the brush cleaning mat!
XO,
Anna
http://www.blushingrosestyle.com
Such a great little device! So simple and useful. Hugs, Kait
I religiously wash my make up brushes every one days with…dish soap! I have combo skin and my oily parts are REALLY oily so I find that dishwashing soap removes every trace of color and oil from my brushes without damaging them!
Oh….and I’m so into the Olympics! You’re right, you’re either into it or not.
Happy Monday!
Nicole
http://www.nicolesometimes.com
Ooooo interesting! I’ve never heard of dish soap but I know a lot of people use Johnsons Baby Shampoo! I hope your Monday was great babe. Hugs, Kait
Yesss! Simona is a make up utensil cleaning freak! Loved reading this blog! Absolutely!
xoxo, Simona and Indre
http://www.sistertalessite.com
That’s amazing! I wish I could say the same for myself. Ya’ll are so sweet! Hugs, Kait
I always forget to clean and/or replace my clarisonic brush too! It is so important to replace them!
xo Jessica
http://www.whatsfordinneresq.com
Oh my gosh yes! Yet so hard to remember to do! Hugs, Kait
Great tips! I need to wash my brushes! And I love the Olympics! 🙂
They are the best! Can’t wait for the winter ones though. Hugs, Kait
Thanks for the tips, and the reminder that my make-up brushes are super disgusting and need some TLC!
It was a reminder for myself as well! Hugs, Kait
I dont own ANYTHING to clean my brushes…. I was just thinking… I need a product!! Great suggestions babe. I will be buying some goodies asap.
It’s so hard to remember to do!!! I don’t know why…. Hugs, Kait
girl I am so bad at keeping my brushes clean. This post inspired me!! Xoxo!
Aren’t we all?? 😛 I’m trying to be better for sure! Hugs, Kait