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It’s fairly safe to say that most of us don’t clean our makeup brushes and sponges as often as we’d like to admit. And while cleaning your brushes and Beautyblender isn’t the most thrilling activity, it is one worth doing if your makeup tools are starting to look a little worse for wear.

By giving your makeup tools a deep clean, you not only maximise the lifespan of your brushes and makeup sponges but also minimise the levels of product build-up and bacteria which are known to cause breakouts when left unchecked.

If you’re looking to keep your makeup tools in pristine condition, here are some of the best cleansers and brush cleaning tools that beauty junkies and makeup artists swear by.

Designed for maintaining the integrity of the Beautyblender sponge, this gentle liquid cleanser removes dirt and stubborn makeup residue with coconut and sustainable palm oils. All you have to do is add a few drops to your wet makeup sponge and brushes, work up a lather and rinse.

Formulated to enhance the longevity of your brushes, this brush cleanser from MAC cleans and conditions brush fibres.

Great for makeup artists, this Mecca Cosmetica brush cleaner is a quick-dry antibacterial mist that instantly cleanses and conditions brushes. Perfect for use in between deep cleans, this highly-rated brush spray removes product build-up and works to extend the longevity of bristles.

For a thorough brush clean, try a cleansing pad like this one from MECCA MAX. Featuring alternating ridges, this cleansing pad should be used alongside a brush cleanser to remove old makeup residue and revitalise your tired brushes.

Let’s face it, we don’t always have time to clean our brushes and sponges regularly, so a quick fix like Fenty’s Brush-Cleaning Sponge is a must in your makeup arsenal. Perfect for removing makeup powders in just a few swipes, this sponge features extra grit to absorb those pesky remnants of pigmented eyeshadow. Packed in a compact tin, this handy brush cleaning sponge is great for packing in your travel makeup bag.

Another travel-friendly brush cleaning solution is this cleansing balm and scrubber set from Morphe. All you have to do is wet your brush or beauty sponge, swirl it into the balm to work up a lather and then use the scrubber to remove stubborn grit and grime before leaving your beauty tools to dry.

Featuring a charcoal-infused cleanser, this handy Beautyblender and makeup brush cleaning set offers a deep and effective clean. The compact sponge and cleanser set comes with a silicone scrub mat.

Great for daily makeup wearers, this instant brush cleanser from Make Up For Ever utilises an alcohol-free formula to instantly purify brushes. Dissolving the most waterproof product residue, this handy cleansing spray is effective and convenient.

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