How to Clean Makeup Brushes Without Damaging the Bristles

Cleaning makeup brushes is mainly about removing product buildup while protecting the brush head, ferrule and handle.

Use lukewarm water and a gentle cleanser

Wet the bristles with the brush angled downward. Work a small amount of appropriate brush cleanser or mild soap through the fibers with light motions, then rinse thoroughly.

Keep the ferrule from soaking

Routine cleaning should focus on the bristles. Avoid submerging the entire brush, and do not twist or pull the fibers.

Reshape and dry flat

Press out excess water with a clean towel, reshape the head and let the brush dry completely in a ventilated area.

Dense brushes need careful rinsing

With a dense base tool such as the FLAWLESSCORE™ FOUNDATION BRUSH, work cleanser through the center and rinse until visible residue is gone.

For a broader care routine, see our makeup-brush hygiene guide.