Spring Cleaning!

I know I haven't talked about this much, but a lot of our makeup products need to be thrown out or cleaned up.  It's essential that we take care of the old.  For one, our brushes should be cleaned at least once a week! I'm not saying you need to clean all of them.  Just clean the ones that you use most often.  This may include, foundation brushes, powder brushes and blush brushes.  Other brushes, like eyeshadow brushes can be cleaned less often, depending on how often you use them.  Eyeliner or angled brushes should be cleaned twice a week to reduce the spread of bacteria, especially in the eye area.  It's all good to share, just make sure you're cleaning your brushes on a regular basis to reduce the spread of bacteria.  Brushes tend to hold on to the oils from the product which can cause breakout if they are not cleaned.  Clean your brushes! It's vital. 

 Ladies, mascara is not supposed to last you 6 months.  Mascara is only good for 3 MONTHS! Otherwise it can cause irritation, redness, or even pink-eye! Nasty, I know.  But this is a product that you should be replenishing consistently.  Dry products, such as eye shadows and powders are often good for up to 2 years. If they start to have a pungent smell- throw it out!  Anything that starts to have an odd smell- just chuck it.  No need in spreading bacteria and disease.  Liquid foundation is usually good for 8 months. Liners, lipsticks, and glosses- well those should be thrown out after a year or so.  Like anything else, if it smells funky- toss it in the garbage can!

Some of the recommended brush cleaners:
-MAC Brush Cleanser $16.00
-Lise Watier Makeup Brush Cleaner $14.00
-Sephora Purifying Brush Shampoo $6.00
-Clinique Makeup Brush Cleanser $13.00

If you don't have one, or don't find it necessary to use a brush cleaner, I suggest using a mild shampoo to clean off the bristles. Why not? It's hair anyways.