OFTEN MAKEUP BRUSHES

HOW OFTEN MAKEUP BRUSHES SHOULD BE REPLACED OR CLEANED

In my opinion, makeup brushes should be cleaned weekly and be replaced after using them for three months to avoid any skin issues and get the best out of them.

How it impacts the skin

Using makeup brushes for long without cleaning or replacing them can negatively impact the skin. Dirty brushes tend to accumulate oils, dead skin cells, bacteria, dust and makeup that can be deposited on your facial skin triggering clogging of pores, acne, skin breakouts, irritation, inflammation and other serious skin infections. 

Should you switch up brands every now and again or is it ok to stick to the same one once you find your perfect brush set

I recommend you stick with one makeup brush after finding the perfect one for your skin type or tone. It helps prevent unnecessary application challenges and skin irritations that might rise due to continuous switching of brushes due to high sensitivity of the facial skin.

How brushes impact different skin types and tones, are particular types of bristles better for specific skin types

For those with normal skin, you can pick from a wide variety of makeup brushes, using one made of two varying synthetic fibers, short or long bristles, with a taper tip and natural hairs can deliver the perfect look you desire. Buffing brushes with gentle and short bristles work best for people with dry skin. multipurpose makeup brushes with soft hair bristles are fit for people with oily skin as they prevent mix up of the natural skin oils with the beauty products you are using. Soft makeup brushes with natural bristles are good for sensitive skin as they lower any irritation risk due to their gentleness.

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Ieva Kubiliute is a psychologist and a sex and relationships advisor and a freelance writer. She's also a consultant to several health and wellness brands. While Ieva specialises in covering wellness topics ranging from fitness and nutrition, to mental wellbeing, sex and relationships and health conditions, she has written across a diverse range of lifestyle topics, including beauty and travel. Career highlights so far include: luxury spa-hopping in Spain and joining an £18k-a-year London gym. Someone’s got to do it! When she’s not typing away at her desk—or interviewing experts and case studies, Ieva winds down with yoga, a good movie and great skincare (affordable of course, there’s little she doesn’t know about budget beauty). Things that bring her endless joy: digital detoxes, oat milk lattes and long country walks (and sometimes jogs).

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