What You Didn’t Know About Your Dirty Makeup Brushes

Makeup brushes are great for achieving the streak-free, smooth complexion look that we all yearn for, and are an essential tool in any makeup wearer's toolkit.

However, did you know that, over time, these useful brushes could actually become a breeding ground for all kinds of bacteria, a repository of oils and dirt and can ruin your intended look?

Dirty Makeup Brushes Can Cause Skin Infections

The most common skin infection due to dirty brushes would be the staph or Staphylococcal infection, which could develop into more serious issues like cellulitis. Inflammation, with surface swelling and blistering, is common for these conditions. A course of antibiotics is usually prescribed for treating these infections, and the affected areas are mildly disfigured until the infection is completely under control.

Dirty Makeup Brushes Can Clog Pores

Using makeup brushes avoids your fingers touching your face while applying makeup, but dirt and oil in the brushes from each application stays and accumulates on the brushes. With each application, this dirt and oil could end up back on your face, clogging pores, and causing breakouts and pimples. Overtime, this will result in skin damage and scarring.

Dirty Makeup Brushes Can Cause Conjunctivitis

Conjunctivitis, or 'pink eye' is often caused by sharing makeup or by dirty makeup brushes. Although not as serious as bacterial infections, this condition is, nevertheless, seriously life-disrupting and uncomfortable, which can be easily avoided by paying attention to makeup and makeup equipment. Avoid sharing makeup and use clean makeup brushes every time.

Dirty Makeup Brushes Can Worsen Your Look

Makeup brushes tend to retain some makeup from the last application. If this makeup is even partially reapplied during the next application, your look will be infinitely worse. Think sticky mascara clumps on your eyelashes, or dark makeup mixed with light makeup on your cheeks. The colors and look could be completely altered, worsening your intended look.

Not only is cleaning dirty makeup brushes essential, but they must be cleaned properly and thoroughly. Just rinsing under water is not effective in cleaning makeup brushes. To kill all the bacteria and get rid of the accumulated oils and grime, the brushes need to be periodically disinfected with antibacterial agents. This cleaning routine will easily become tiresome.

Another solution to dirty makeup brushes is to periodically replace your brushes. BEAUTIAC offers an innovative solution to the dirty makeup brush problem, with brushes and recyclable brush heads, universal handles, and three convenient sizes. The system is very affordable and includes monthly replacement heads with a subscription.