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6 Beauty Tools You’re Not Cleaning But Should + The Right Way to Do It

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When skin and hair start acting up, dirty brushes, styling tools and/or skin cleansers may be to blame. Why? The buildup of product on hot tools could actually cause your go-to style to fall flat. And bacteria, dirt and dust on makeup applicators could transfer to skin, causing breakouts, irritation or even pink eye. Use this cheat sheet for the best cleaning times and techniques to keep your skin and hair healthy.

 

  1. 1. Your beautyblender
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    1. Your beautyblender

    The beautyblender original is an incredible new way to apply your foundation. Its unique, egg-like shape is designed to apply your makeup without streaks or excess formula, resulting in a complexion that is seemingly flawless. The narrow end fits easily into the creases of the nose, mouth and eyes, while the larger end creates a sheer, no-makeup look on the chin, cheeks and forehead.Because the beautyblender is washable and very resilient, it minimizes the amount of bacteria that comes into contact with your skin, thereby promoting a clearer and healthier complexion. beautyblender's silky
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  2. 2. Your Makeup Brushes
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    2. Your Makeup Brushes

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  3. 3. Your Facial Cleansing Devices

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  4. 4. Your Eyebrow Spoolies
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    4. Your Eyebrow Spoolies

    Define your lashes with the Deluxe Spoolie Brush from jane iredale. Its ultrasoft, nylon brush is perfect for grooming brows and eyelashes.Key Benefits: * Puts the finishing touch on
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  5. 5. Your Eyelash Curler
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    5. Your Eyelash Curler

    The Eyelash Curler is a professional quality tool designed by Kevyn Aucoin himself to fit all eye shapes without pinching the upper eyelid. Its sleek, stainless steel frame provides a firm grip while its signature red silicone pad provides contrast against the skin to show and curl lash hairs of all shades.Key Benefits: * Designed to fit all eye shapes without pinching upper eyelid * Replacement pad includedAllure Best of Beauty 2013 Winner: Best Eyelash
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  6. 6. Your Hairstyling Tools
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    6. Your Hairstyling Tools

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Beauty Correspondent

Alexis Farah

Before becoming a freelance writer in Los Angeles, Alexis was the Senior Beauty Editor at Everyday Health in New York City. She started her career as the Associate Beauty Editor at Women’s Health magazine and learned social networking 101 at Attention, a social media PR and marketing agency. Alexis launched RandomActsofLipstick.com in 2016 to raise awareness about beauty brands and influencers who give back. She’s been referred to as a professional bridesmaid (seven times and counting), so by default she is called upon for various bridal beauty emergencies. It’s rare to catch Alexis without sunscreen or bright-red lipstick.