tips for flawless make-up - products to clean make-up brushes

Most make-up brands have their own brush cleansers available, however, it is not necessary to spend a huge amount of money to keep your brushes clean and fresh. If you do not have any make-up brush cleanser, you can wash your brushes using water and mild baby shampoo, or use the recipe below for an awesome DIY cleanser...we just love! 

Often using a store bought brush cleanser can often be easier, quicker and more convenient! They are also great for day to day cleaning. However, it is recommend that you give your brushes a 'deep' clean once a week.  Here are two amazing brush cleansers we recommend for daily use:

1. MAC Brush Cleanser
Like all other MAC products, this is fabulous. This is an alcohol-based cleaner, and is great for breaking down make-up residue that other brush cleaners often can not remove. This cleanser is really effective, easy to use, and is specifically formulated to prolong the life of your brushes. MAC is available at certain Edgars stores, or you can shop online. This cleanser retails for approximately R170 and we think it is well worth it.

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2. Fresh in a Flash
This make-up brush cleanser is made for the awesome Rubybox team, that is based in Cape Town. It is very really quick and easy to use. All you do is spray it on your brush, wipe on a tissue and allow it to air-dry. We love how easily it fits into a make-up bag, so it's a must have for all ladies who travel a lot. At R69,95 it is reasonably priced and very effective. It is available online through the Rubybox website.


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DIY make-up brush cleanser
For a really effective 'deep' clean of your brushes, this recipe is fabulous, especially as you probably have all of the ingredients lying around at home.  
All you need is:

• Extra virgin olive oil
• White vinegar
• Liquid dish washing soap

Mix equal parts of all three together, and gently work it into your brushes. Make sure to rinse properly afterwards and allow your brushes to air dry. The vinegar is a great disinfectant and removes all of the bacteria, while the soap removes the make-up residue and the olive oil helps to condition the bristles, making them soft and prolonging the life of your brushes.

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The femme fatale ladies
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