FUDE BRUSHES: Recommendations for Cleaning, Care, and Maintenance of Luxury Makeup Brushes

[@flameshot7194]

Thank you my friend 💐💐💐

[@LexiJong]

Thanks!

[@chitchat2595]

Hi Can I do this technique with chikuhodo gray squirrel brushes? Thank you so much! ✨

[@LexiJong]

Yes you can!

[@jessicaflores170]

I’m just now watching this video (I’m a relatively new subscriber) and it’s very helpful! Thank you for sharing!

[@LexiJong]

Thank you Jessica! I'm so glad it is helpful.

[@shahinaismail1370]

Definitely looking forward to a series from you Lexi...

[@LexiJong]

Thanks Shahina! I think it will be fun!

[@kaorurl7039]

Just got a chance to watch this with undivided attention. This is so thorough, and it will be something I will look up in the future too when I need a memory refresher on how to take care of my brushes. Thank you!

[@LexiJong]

I am so glad it was helpful! Thank you so much!

[@cccsssish]

Thank you for the thorough lesson, this was very informative! Isn't Dr. Bronner's soap way too harsh on the bristles though? I believe its pH is around 9 or 10, which would be extremely stripping on the skin or hair. I ever remember reading about how it messed up the hair of people using it as shampoo

[@LexiJong]

Sonia G actually recommends the Dr. Bronners but you need to use it diluted. I use about 1/4 of the liquid soap to 3/4 water and put it in a foaming dispenser so you really aren't using much of it at all. I wet my brushes first which makes the soap even more diluted on the brush. It is definitely way too hard straight up imo but using it this way has worked really well for me for a few years. I prefer using it over liquid brush soaps as they often seem to leave a film.

[@beautybycamellia2724]

Thanks you so much for all the tips!

[@LexiJong]

Thank you for watching!

[@melcsmakeupstyle5409]

I like the brush bar, I have a container I store mine in. I definitely need to clean mine more often! 💕

[@LexiJong]

Thanks for sharing Mel!

[@lgempet2869]

Occasionally I use a bit of nice, lightweight hair oil (like I use on my own hair) after washing my good makeup brushes & after they’ve dried. It helps keep the hairs from getting too dry, especially in the colder months when central heating tends to dry everything out (including our own skin & hair).👍😊

[@LexiJong]

That is a wonderful idea! Thank you for sharing!

[@tigerskatemom]

Yey! First comment. 😁 Love your videos, Lexi 💖 Very informative. Thank you for sharing with us all the useful tips about brushes and I also like your make up reviews.

[@LexiJong]

Thank you so much! I have another new video series that I will be starting soon with help from all of you! Stay tuned on Sunday for the first announcement!

[@filippaolsson2903]

I love your brush series! ❤️ I didn’t know that you were supposted to use the brushes every month because they can becomes brittle, but I have noticed that on one brush that I hadn’t been using for several months. Now I know why. I’m going to start rotating my brushes more. Thanks! 😊

[@LexiJong]

I am so glad that you were able to pick up something new. Please let me know how it goes. You may want to wash that one and add a touch of conditioner to rehydrate the hair shafts. When the brushes aren't being used, they start to dry out and shrink (microscopically) which is why they can start shedding as the adhesive is not as tight anymore. I don't know if it will work, but I think it is worth a shot. Good luck and please keep me updated!

[@filippaolsson2903]

@@LexiJong Thank you for the advice. I’ll try with some conditioner and see if it helps. 😊

[@filippaolsson2903]

@@LexiJong I washed the 2 brushes that were brittle and used a bit of conditioner and they are so much better, almost like new. I’m so happy I watched this video! Thanks for the help 😊❤️

[@LexiJong]

@@filippaolsson2903 i am so happy to hear that!

[@GlamourGuru]

Lexi, you have done such an excellent job of explaining makeup brushes, the brands, the types of brushes and the care and cleaning of the brushes. I always clean my new brushes mainly because my mind thinks of all of the handling and storage before it gets to me. You just never know... We have a similar cleansing style. I have only used liquid soaps and not any of the solid brush soaps, but I want to try them at some point. I truly appreciate this. Have an awesome weekend.

[@LexiJong]

Thank you so much! I appreciate this so much! Have a wonderful weekend also!

[@GlamourGuru]

@@LexiJong Thank you!

[@ShazzaDazzle]

excellent advise on brush cleaning Lexi, I need to try find some Dr Bronners in NZ. I usually like to buy from Alori collection but the shipping to New Zealand is over doubled since covid. You're most welcome for the pics.

[@LexiJong]

Thank you for watching! It has been a challenge to get certain soaps and disinfectants. I really love your drying set up!

[@mariarosariareho8163]

Lexi Very nice video on the importance of cleaning our brushes especially the eye brushes. I wash after every use and the face ones when needed.l use the solid soap from sephora and Yves Rocher shampoo with which hazel for delicate hair types so soft without conditioner give It a try thanks for the video enjoyed

[@LexiJong]

Thank you! I will check out the yves rocher! That sounds very nice!

[@LuVena143]

This was so helpful! When you said “3-5 years” I almost had a heart attack... shoot these brushes are lasting me a life time! I can’t afford it any other way 😂 thanks for mentioning washing when you first receive the brushes. I did do this with them all. I always thought you didn’t need to...

[@LexiJong]

I have had some brushes for almost 20 years and they are fine!

[@cynthiasstylemua9822]

Hi Lexi, don't you think a covered container (with a lid) would be better than those open containers? I think a covered container would protect the brushes from dust better. Glad you brought that up. I couldn't agree more with you about brush use (fade vs. synthetic) washing and pro use. Great tips! Have you tried MAC's brush cleaner on your eye brushes? I've been using it for years and it is amazing! It hasn't harmed my Hakuhodo or Rephr brushes at all. It doesn't leave a residue either. Don't ever spray the brush directly, spray the cloth, then clean the brush in that area.

[@LexiJong]

I tried it years ago but for me it is more about what is in my head. Just knowing that there is product on there makes me feel like it isn’t clean. I had skin issues for years and it became ingrained in me to always rinse things and now it is a compulsion. You are right that a covered container is technically better but i roared through all of my brushes regularly so it isn’t necessary but i really enjoyed having my brushes in drawers before and i wish i had the space now.

[@CatherinaMonica]

Wait!! It's ridiculous!! Some of these cheap, useless synthetic brushes cost competitively to natural bristle brushes. I'm talking what you mentioned and some of the other higher end junk brushes. Stay away. Best to go elf and such and then save for natural bristles. Better to have good brushes and a step lower eyeshadow. Brushes mean everything.

[@LexiJong]

I agree! Some synthetic brushes are even more expensive than nice natural hair ones (like westman atelier and they are great synthetic brushes but so not better than natural hair imo). Good brushes are the key to good makeup unless you are a very talented mua who can make anything work! 🤣

[@kathleencoomans8210]

Are you perhaps looking into the camera, rather than at us because you seem as tho you are not quite looking straight at us....you are so interesting to listen to and looking away from me is looks awkward...xxx

[@LexiJong]

I apologize

[@kathleencoomans8210]

@@LexiJong oh no need for apologies, but Thankyou, I just thought it might be he,Paul for you to know..xxx

[@LexiJong]

It helps! I can’t really see where i am looking while i am filming.