How to Clean Makeup Brushes

[@cynthiasstylemua9822]

Hi Lisa, I use regular Dove Bar soap on my brushes and it washes them the best! I used to buy the one you are using but this cleans them so much better for less. 😁 💜

[@lisajmakeup]

Thanks Cynthia! Great tip!!

[@Madelyn5454]

I will try this

[@cynthiasstylemua9822]

@@Madelyn5454 I hope you like it. 😁 I have switched from expensive brush cleaners to Dove for the past year and my brushes are just as clean and it doesn't damage natural haired brushes either. 😁

[@cynthiasstylemua9822]

@@lisajmakeup Great video! I used to use the cleansers you mentioned. 😁 💜 I tried Dove Bar soap one day and it worked just as well. I never replaced my fancy brush cleansers after that day over a year ago. I take very good care of my brushes (by the way). 😁 I hope the tip helps someone. 😁 💜

[@sandrametcalfe7483]

Cynthias stylemua , I use a regular Dove Bar. To this day I Haven’t found anything that does a better job.

[@gayemisurec5198]

De. Bronner’s solid bar soap works amazing!

[@DaxyBlu]

You are so gentle washing your brushes it is soothing to watch😊

[@lisajmakeup]

So happy to hear! Thank you! :)

[@samantha132]

Actually, I like the ELF sponge solid! Cleans brushes and sponges alike. Thank you for another informative video! ❤ 👍

[@kimhough7753]

It's good to know that I've been washing my brushes the right way! Thanks Lisa! Can't wait to get my brushes!!

[@marshaboswell1166]

Fantastic instructional video! Thanks so much for this. How often should brushes be washed?

[@JaniceSimpler]

Tips from an expert! You are such a joy to watch. Always uplifting and informative...I so very much appreciate that. 💕 Janice

[@bhampatty1]

I've always used cheap brushes and never thought brushes mattered. But I finally broke out and ordered my first BK Beauty brush! Wow! Never would I have thought a brush could make so much different in how my foundation looks on my face. Thank you for a quality product.

[@tammylauber4224]

Same!!!! I’m amazed at the difference & will never go back!

[@theresavitale5929]

You are going to be a great business woman and I see your business excelling. You take so much pride in your product. You’ve explained how they are to be used and how to clean them. We could have just read the instructions on our packaging but you took the time to personally explain everything. I wish you all the best❤️

[@debster7100]

New subscriber......just got my Angie brush set plus your BK 101.....LOVE, LOVE, LOVE it after two tries......had never used a foundation brush, and so much better than a sponge or my fingers (not that there's anything wrong with that!)......but seriously, very impressed with the quality and ease of use with this foundation brush. Thanks for sharing how to care for them, too!

[@kathrynjj145]

I always learn so much from your videos, you were born to teach. I can see you having your own beauty school. Another great video 👏👏👏

[@lisajmakeup]

Aww, thank you! That would be so fun!

[@lecimarie8500]

Wow, lots of feedback about the running water, but I'm just here for the awesome make-up tips. Thank you for them! 😊

[@Jess4mab]

Great video, this is exactly how I wash mine! The Beautyblender solid is great, either the white or black version. I bought one of the Benjabelle brush trees about 10 years ago, and it's been well worth the money. It holds the brushes upside down to dry, and you can fit a LOT in it at once. I also use the Brush Guards to keep the shape of my brushes. They also help the bristles dry faster.

[@makayla8693]

Hi Jess

[@Josh-pe5pl]

To protect against any errant water from staying in the ferrules, you can lay them apart on towels as Lisa did. Then roll the brushes up gently in the towel to absorb any water from the brush fibers: then unroll it. Microfiber dish towels are especially absorbent. Lay them back down on the towel to air dry. If I want to be super careful about possible residual water in the ferrules, I lay something very narrow along and under the ends of the brush handles to raise the ends slightly. This makes the brushes point very slightly downward (without bending brush hairs). Luckily for me, our windowsills lie at a slight angle, so I air-dry them on my open windowsills (in he shade). Can't wait for my new RKBeauty brushes!

[@daynad8104]

I do the same thing with the towel. I learned that from hand washing my delicate clothes, so do it with my makeup brushes, too.

[@robinswaytoday]

I use Dr Bronner's soap and it cleans them very well. Thanks for sharing. xoxo

[@daynad8104]

So do I! It’s the best thing I’ve found for my makeup brushes.

[@kimthomas9301]

OK, I just ordered brushes today and watching this video makes me even more impatient and excited for them to arrive! I watched your launch video but haven't been able to respond or pre-order as we've been camping -- no cell phone, no Internet. (A royal pain in some ways, but absolutely glorious in others!) I wish you all the best in this new adventure. Your daughters are so blessed to grow up with a mom who obviously loves them so much, and at the same time has so much to teach them about being a truly lovely woman inside and out. Thank you for sharing your passion for true beauty with the rest of us, too!

[@heatherfoss8211]

Helpful as always! My brushes dry very quickly in AZ when the humidity is just 15%. Lol I guess that's one really good thing about dry weather.

[@tammieroth9175]

I'm so glad I found your channel a few months back. I love your personality! For someone like me who learns and remembers things differently, you explain things so I can understand them. Thanks! And I love your shirt and nail polish.

[@pamherald9597]

Thank you Lisa! I have always used Dawn to clean my brushes with but recently purchased the Sigma cleaner. Need to get the solid now too. I always lay my brushes down with the ends (hair ends) hanging over the edge of a table. If I have waited too late in the weekend I turn the fan on them to speed up drying. They seem to keep their shape well. XO

[@himaureen]

The open non stop running tap water is stressing me out. Water is a precious resource. Too many fires 🔥 in drought areas of the country.

[@bernitajenkins7581]

Mynameonlynotyours So Agree... it's all I could think about whilst watching this ! Always tell kids to turn off the tap when brushing their teeth. So wasteful,Lisa :(

[@krystal_iz_s2pid]

Same here, i feel like putting a bucket to catch the water

[@justines9233]

Me too! I’m from Australia and water is precious!

[@AC-wm8fi]

Thank you for mentioning that! The running water made me crazy as well!

[@Josh-pe5pl]

In Lisa's defense, I'm sure she considered water use. I've tried the off-on-off-on-off-on approach to save water, but IT stressed me out! 😅. Anyway, I concluded that if I have my brushes, the cleaner, and counter space set up efficiently with a predictable water flow, I don't waste nearly as much water as feared. Furthermore, a steady water pressure makes it easier to flush the cleaner and makeup out efficiently, and easier to avoid splashing water on the ferrules. Plus running is soothing to the soul. 🤗

[@1minerst1]

This summer I have been laying my clean brushes out in the sunshine to dry. This cuts drying time sown SO much. In fact it’s made me wash my brushes more frequently because I can use them quicker. 🙂

[@rochellepizza5802]

I absolutely love the backdrop of your videos. So beautiful

[@evamarko2995]

Hi Lisa, thank you for making the video. I use baby shampoo that makes the bristles very gentle. I also wash the HANDLES of the brushes to get rid of the germs. Clean brushes = healthy skin. 🙂

[@reneklein6049]

Thanks Lisa. I usually use Mrs. Meyers hand soap. Rinses pretty quickly. Then, I put the washed brushes upside in a stand that Walmart sells. Inexpensive, and effective! ❤

[@lisajmakeup]

Nice! I will have to try that stand! do you mind shooting me a link?

[@melissaleuice8816]

Rene Klein, could you please edit your post with a link for the brush stand?

[@reneklein6049]

@@lisajmakeup I'll DM it!!

[@makayla8693]

Hello reneklein

[@caseydelachante2905]

Very helpful video. I was really wanting to find out about cleaning brushes that you use creams or foundation with. Thank you, great video!

[@ruby123473]

Wow! I'm glad I got to watch this video because I was cleaning my other brushes wrong! Can't wait to use them. I will definitely clean them the right way🫡Thank you😊

[@jennifernichols3499]

Was wondering about this. I clean on 1st Sunday of the month with Jentry Kelley brush wash. Love that one and it makes my brushes so so clean and smell so good!! Love my bk beauty brushes. Best brushes ever!!!!!! Die hard IT cosmetic brush user but these knock them out of the park. Can’t wait to see what is next. Congratulations!!!

[@allisonma1121]

Hi Lisa I use Zote soap that I grated and hardened and put into a jar

[@nickidolce637]

Hello Lisa, Thank you for a really informative video on brush cleaning! I was so relieved to learn that I was cleaning my brushes correctly. We have the same pretty bathroom sink hardware as well! Best wishes to you and BK, Nicki D.

[@jojobeth]

So helpful, thank you! Earlier today I was in Sephora, dumbly staring at all the cleaners and the remembered seeing the headline of this video. I watched the whole thing (with headphones) right there. Excited to wash my gorgeous BK brushes for the first time-you make it look soothing (though I realize you might hate it lol). ❤️

[@annamarie6228]

For my, natural hair brushes especially, I love the alori cosmetics brush cleanse. Cleans my brushes great and leaves them so soft!

[@lisajmakeup]

Thank you! i haven't tried that before!

[@jogosa3762]

Lisa, thanks so much for this video. Great information. I’m so excited about the BK brushes, they are beautiful! Congrats on this incredible launch. So happy for you

[@layacohen]

Informative and helpful tips, thanks Lisa! I've had a good kind of crazy couple of weeks, so I'm planning to purchase some of your brushes very soon! Can't wait

[@lisajmakeup]

Thanks so much Laya!

[@deecal4104]

This is exactly how I clean my brushes! I use Sephora brand solid cleanser. It does come with that little scrubbie you mentioned - which is so tempting to use - but hands work perfectly and more gently 🤗 LOVE your brushes!

[@frannievanselow5568]

Thank You for sharing with your calming wonderful voice. Please have your Brush Soap at ULTA too? Loveya Lisa!

[@frannievanselow5568]

OhhhMyGoodness… I forgot to share my tip! To Dry: I use my Cookie Cooling Racks with a Drying Mat underneath!❤

[@Ziggysmom1200]

I have your travel set and just got the hot & flashy set they are the best brushes I’ve ever used!

[@schizlor]

Very informative! I wish you would have turned the water off while you were soaping up the brushes and washing them on your hand though.

[@Josh-pe5pl]

Get a grip, Ladies!

[@katherinepecoraro1731]

Thanks Lisa. I think I was too aggressive cleaning my brushes. Great video!

[@meganmorris7332]

Thank you so much. I too just bought BK brush.It so amazing I’m afraid that I might ruin it. I appreciate you very much.

[@yvettealdrich1201]

I have found Dr. Bronner’s Castile soap at Costco and it works great and leaves the brushes so soft! It is the hemp and peppermint kind so the brushes smell awesome as well. I have enough to last a long time! Not expensive and works great on my beauty blenders as well.

[@JM-tx2dn]

Thank you! I just wanted to make sure I was using to correct product to not damage your beautiful brushes!

[@lisajmakeup]

Thank you for supporting me and BK beauty!

[@vickycorey8195]

I'm glad you are filming this. I wondered and I definitely don't want to mess mine up! ❤

[@karenmazzacone5906]

Super helpful! As always you just brighten my day sweet sweet Lisa! You look beautiful ☺️💕

[@conniemelvin6727]

Thanks so much for this video. I can’t wait to get my new brushes. I’ve been looking to invest in some new one and there you were. I’m so excited and happy for you and your new venture.

[@silynthiacrane66]

I just ordered your brushes, super excited to try them! I’ve also been using dove soap on my brushes as someone else stated and have had good luck with it also. 😊

[@LizLyonsPhD]

Lisa, I love this video. It is so easy and yet careful to clean brushes this way. And, I definitely want a set of the BK Beauty brushes. They look amazing. xo

[@lisajmakeup]

Thank you Liz xoxo

[@lisahong32]

Are you supposed to wash brushes when they’re new before first using them? Just purchased my first set of bk brushes this morning…excited!

[@nanaslife7911]

I just ordered a set and was wondering the same thing? Are they ready to use or do they need to be washed ?

[@nathaliacota1248]

Hi Lisa. Appreciate your content! Just ordered my first BK Beauty brushes during the mother's day sale. How often do you wash your brushes? For foundation or cremes, do you recommend to wash after a single use? Thanks again 😊

[@pattyn2362]

Can’t wait to get my BK brushes!!!!!!!!!!

[@littlemom2070]

I have used Dr. Bronner's castile soap as well. But I recently bought a Costco 3 pack of Olay body wash that I didn't like so much for my body, but it does a great job of washing my brushes. It is creamy and gets rid of the oily foundation residue. I think the creamy body washes have some moisturizer in them to remove makeup and condition your brushes.

[@14calabash]

So much water 😢 Love your videos and tips. Please consider turning your tap off in between. 💗

[@tammyp5585]

I absolutely love watching ur videos... I can’t wait to get my brushes in!! I am also going to try the cleanser, I’ve always used shampoo r soap... I am always looking to try new products thou!! You r just the sweetest ☺️

[@marlowejenkins3074]

Thank you finally splurged and bought some brushes and I am in love with them. I am also super happy you sent this tutorial so I can properly care for them. How long should brushes last or at what point should you replace them?

[@janehuey6960]

What do you think of the sigma pink rubber pad that you swirl the brush on to clean?

[@nefferttisolis-bradley5552]

Those brushes are so beautiful I need to buy them!

[@robinwilson956]

Will the cinema secrets work and not damage these brushes. Love them!

[@JackOllie4]

I have seen some genius brush drying arrangements lately! For the first, Google "pool noodle hack makeup brushes". I've also seen elastic hair ties used to attach brushes to a towel bar. And I've seen toe separators for toenail polish used to hang brushes. All of these allow you to hang the brushes vertically with the brush heads down. Fun DIY stuff!

[@judyromo4802]

Hi Lisa, I’m a newbie using a foundation brush to apply my liquid foundation. Ordered your big 101 Contoured foundation brush and received it today. Can’t wait to try it! Appreciate this video how to clean brushes. But I noticed using the solid cleaner canister, right after dipping every dirty brush, it is contaminating the solid cleaner. So I think I’ll use the foaming cleaner you spray into your palm or use Dove or Dial bar soap. What do you think of using Dial antibacterial soap bar? Thanks, Judy

[@dmarkey4360]

Thank you Lisa great tips so we can take good care of our brushes.😘❤

[@marywiest7115]

Hi Lisa; Wouldn't putting your dirty brushes into the balm contaminate the container each time you dip the brushes???? I would this so.

[@cubbyoharaclose4562]

Some great tips as well as a very helpful video Lisa. Thankyou. Just bought your BK Beauty Essential collection with your famous 101 Foundation brush, and Angie's new collection. All the way out to Australia 🇦🇺 The postage was terrifying, but necessary. So with my investment and it has been a big one, I most certainly want to look after my brushes. I do have a battery powered brush cleaner. Spins the brushes in soapy water, then spins them pretty dry. Anyone else out there tried or has one of these? The brushes dry super fast and after spinning the water out, you just reshape and lie on a towel as Lisa said. Though, the brush trees look the go. Thanks to everyone for their helpful tips!

[@julietrucks2653]

What do you think of Sigma’s drying tower for brushes?

[@marinekaspaaryan932]

Loved this very detailed video Lisa! I've tried both brush cleaners you mentioned and I agree on your verdict. The solid is much beget them the Sigma Brush cleaner. I really hate the pump! Lol I'm put of my solid so I will have to repurchase! ❤ Can't wait to get my gorgeous BK Beauty brushes! ❤❤❤ Looking forward to your next video ! ❤ xoxox

[@simplyblair]

I was hoping you’d make a video about cleaning your brushes! Thank you for the tips 😊

[@lisajmakeup]

So glad it was helpful!

[@aliciabrodie3494]

Lisa, can you recommend any dupes (any brand) for the MAC lipstick Eden Rocks?

[@Madelyn5454]

Great video - so practical . I was just thinking about brush cleaning . I struggle with cleaning eyeliner brushes because I use black Chanel eyeliner in a pot . Any advice because it seems harder to clean away the black liner ? Thank you !!!

[@cubbyoharaclose4562]

Maybe try a good makeup remover on it first, like Take the Day Off by Clinique, then wash as per video.

[@stephwilkens4974]

Thanks for the video Lisa! The Sephora brand brush clearer bar is similar to the beauty blender cleaner but it’s cheaper and also REALLY good . Keep up the amazing videos! Ps - can’t wait for your individual bk brushes to go on sale!!!

[@mariagabrielasaturnomartor7141]

Great video, helpful! What lipstick are wearing ? Beautiful color!!!

[@SueB402]

This is my least favorite part of makeup lol, but after trying a few different cleaners, I prefer the Sephora solid brush cleaner; it does a good job. Thank you for these helpful tips and tricks Lisa 🥰

[@lisajmakeup]

I need to try that one Susan!

[@carapowers8718]

Thanks for the video. Do you recommend was new brushes before using them? Where did you get the hair bow you used this afternoon in the GRWM video? I learned from the Chanel and Bobbi Brown counters to wash my brushes just like you do.

[@tracyhooker1361]

Thank you for showing how easy it is to clean your brushes when you do it right. I was soaking mine and the handles definitely suffered. Now, if only we could get your bk beauty brushes in Australia (sigh) 🥺

[@sabsa70]

Lisa, your top (or maybe a dress?) is the cutest I‘ve seen 🥰. Your brushes look stunning and I would love to purchase them, but the shipping to Europe is far to expensive. Have to wait for a win in a lottery 🤷‍♀️. Hugs and kisses, Sabine 😘

[@TheFroufie]

I use a mix of baby shampoo with a few drops of olive oil and one of those plastic scrubbies - leaves them clean and conditioned!

[@traceykopp]

How often do you recommend cleaning the brushes?

[@kathipoplar7024]

How do you feel about the spray instant brush cleanser? Can that be the only way to clean the brushes?

[@leslieschock1968]

I love your brushes! I’ve been using the Beauty Blender solid which works well but it doesn’t last very long. Mel Thompson likes to use Dove bar soap so I’m going to give that a try....What are you wearing on your nails? I love the color!

[@krishbart2916]

Thank you for the tips Ms. Lisa😘

[@terrieinhorn8532]

Do you recommend the Stylpro brush cleaner system for your brushes? You did a video on that and I have it? Can’t wait to receive your brushes. I ordered the whole set💐

[@jessicaw5674]

Hi Lisa. Do you prefer the Beautyblender solid cleanser over a more oi-based cleanser like Cinema Secrets?

[@tamiescott8981]

I have a makeup brush spinner. It drys the brushes very quick, but it also spins so fast it flares out the hair on the brush as u hold it upside down to spin. Is this ok to use on my hot and flashy bk brushes. I LOVE them sooooooo much I do not want to ruin them. Thank you.

[@alexamackay]

Random request, can you do a eyelash tutorial? Ur lashes are gorgeous I have no idea how to Apply fake lashes. 💋✌🏼🌸

[@yvettealdrich1201]

Alexandria Cosentino she gets lash extensions. They are not strip false lashes. They are expensive and need fills about once a month.

[@KathleenNoonan-y4p]

What is the name of the cream in the hand held container you used to clean the brushes?

[@kerihelder348]

Your brushes are beautiful

[@starlamaurer4137]

Lisa - how often should you wash your brushes. I wash mine after each use. The thought of putting a dirty brush on my face geeks me out. Is this wrong? Help!

[@trinablum7102]

Hi Lisa, thanks for this video, I have a couple of questions. I recently received my Angie brushes & BK Beauty foundation brush are they synthetic or real hair? What do you think about using those cleaning mats with the different nodules to clean brushes?

[@barbd3488]

Is it ok to hang the brushes to dry? How often is good to clean them

[@roseelliott2728]

I’ve never tried the beauty blender solid, I will definitely try it🌺

[@nm9412]

How long you let dry or how long does it take to thoroughly dry these brushes? I was hoping you would say how long…

[@peggylee3629]

Hi Lisa, what shade in the Bobbi Browne cream stick shadow do you use? .... thks

[@Missfoxtooyou]

I ❤️ using Dr Bronners bar soap. Less expensive ( less than $5) ,very effective, minimal waste, and is organic. 😁

[@BlingyBea]

How often does one clean that foundation brush, if I clean it after the 3rd use it takes me like 4 washes to get the foundation all off, no problem with the other brushes. I wipe it on a microfiber cloth after using it to get most of the foundation off. I have to kind of dig with my finger into the center of the brush to get it really clean. I was using the solid bar cleaner from Beautylish which they recommend for natural hair brushes too. I went in with the Dr Bronners bar soap and got it all out. I just placed an order for the big black bar of the Beauty blender solid. I’ve never used a foundation brush till this one, had awesome reviews, I have dry skin so using a foundation brush brought on the flakes, well not with this one, absolutely loving it. Thank you Lisa💖

[@lindaliffers9690]

Congrats on the new brush collection! Of course I pre-ordered today!! They look awesome and I wanted to support you. Where can we order the tshirts? I love them too!

[@jenniferkenner1290]

Curious if you still use these products and methods. I end up never washing my brushes because I have a contraption I have to set up to dry with brush heads down and it’s way back in my cabinet lol

[@chrissysvideos]

Love the beauty blender one 😉 important info thanks 😁

[@kathleendaniel5537]

I ordered a brush about 2 weeks ago and have not yet received it. What is the usual time to expect delivery?

[@She11eyG]

Love your videos, BTW 😊

[@beckyneemann7273]

Quick question: is it okay to have a fan blowing on them to speed up the drying process? I've done that before so they are ready by the next morning but not sure if that's really recommended.

[@gildagutierrezcookingandcl2899]

How often you should clean them?

[@lynnesfitness372]

My Sigma brush handle paint came off on two of mine. I do not submerge my brushes and I do lay mine flat to dry. Why did that happen? Also...why don’t you use the pink scrubber disc that comes with the Beauty Blender Solid Cleanser? Just wondering. Thanks so much.

[@gringoandlacubana2041]

This was awesome! Thank you!