$1.00 – $15.00 USD
CONCERN: Cleansing | Acne/Maskne
RESULTS: Quickly cleaned and sanitized makeup applicators
NATURAL FRAGRANCE: Peppermint and Spearmint
GENERALLY OK FOR AGES: 10+
GENERALLY OK FOR PREGNANCY
ACCESSORIES NOT INCLUDED
Give your makeup brushes the refresh they deserve with Corum Makeup Brush Cleaner, a gentle yet powerful formula designed to remove makeup residue, dirt, and oils without damaging delicate bristles.
NITA’S NOTE: This cleaner is so effective and easy to use that it’s easy to clean my makeup applicators every time I use them.
Safe for sensitive skin: This cleanser is gentle enough for everyday use. It’s suitable for pregnant women and ages 10 and up.
Fast-acting cleaning: Clean and sanitize your brushes quickly and easily.
Gentle on brushes and hands: The formula is tough on makeup residue but gentle on your brushes and hands, preserving the bristles and preventing irritation.
Fights breakouts: Peppermint, spearmint, and manuka oil, along with New Zealand Totarol, help combat acne-causing muck buildup.
Clean and clear formula: Free of harsh chemicals like preservatives, alcohol, and sulfates.
Water-free concentrate: A little goes a long way! The concentrated formula means you use less product and it lasts longer.
Eco-friendly: This vegan and biodegradable cleanser is kind to the environment.
A Harris poll of 1,113 adult women in 2015 found that 39% of women who use makeup brushes clean them less than once a month or not at all.(1) Does it matter if you clean your makeup applicators?
3 Reasons to clean your makeup brushes and sponges regularly:
1. Using clean makeup brushes and blenders is one of my top skincare tips. If not cleaned, makeup applicators accumulate sebum, pollution, dust, product buildup, and dead skin cells, and bacteria that can contaminate makeup products and cause an imbalance in the skin’s microbiome. A study in 2019 reported in the Journal of Applied Microbiology found that 93% of used beauty blenders they tested had not been cleaned and were contaminated with significant levels of microbes (fungi, Citrobacter freundii, E. coli, Enterobacteriaceae, and Staphylococcus aureus). About 79-90% of all used makeup products were contaminated with bacteria. (2) Yuck!
2. Dirty applicators will also make it more difficult to achieve that flawless makeup look you’re seeking. Left-over products can affect the shape of the applicator and make it more difficult to apply pigment evenly and blend properly.
3. Taking care of your makeup tools will make them last longer. If you keep them clean and fresh, you can afford to invest in brushes that will last for years.
References:
(1) www.businesswire.com/news/home/20150520005851/en/Anisa-International-61-Percent-of-Women-Who-Use-Makeup-Brushes-Clean-Them-Less-Than-Once-a-Month-or-Not-at-All
(2) Bashir, A. and Lambert, P. (2020), Microbiological study of used cosmetic products: highlighting possible impact on consumer health. J Appl Microbiol, 128: 598-605.
IMMEDIATELY AFTER APPLYING MAKEUP
Step 1 – Pump a few drops of the cleanser into your palm or a small dish. Add water if desired.
Step 2 – Swirl the brush or sponge in the cleaner.
Step 3 – Gently rub brushes or sponges on your palm until they are well coated with the cleaner.
Step 4 – Apply a few drops of water to the sponge or brush.
Step 5 – Gently swirl the applicator in your hand or on a soft cloth (paid link) to loosen and dissolve makeup. (Cloth not included with purchase.)
Step 6 – Rinse brushes and sponges under running water, with brush bristles facing down so water doesn’t get into the handle.
Step 7 – Gently squeeze out excess water.
Step 8 – Gently stroke brush bristles on a clean towel and lay flat to dry. Gently squeeze makeup sponge in a clean towel and allow to dry in a sponge holder (paid link).
See a demonstration of this superior makeup tool cleaner (opens in a new tab).
SYNTHETIC BRISTLES are better for applying liquid or cream foundations. They do not soak up foundation but hold it enough to smoothly disperse it.
NATURAL BRISTLES are great for applying powder like eyeshadow and blush. If you use a natural bristle brush to apply liquid or cream foundation, you may find that your brush is more difficult to clean because the bristles are absorbing the makeup. If you want to continue using a natural bristle brush for this purpose, first apply a drop or two of an oil cleanser like Corum Barrier Repair Oil Cleanser and allow it to soak into the bristles to loosen the makeup. Rinse, then use Corum Makeup Brush Cleaner Concentrate. Consider switching to a synthetic bristle brush for liquid or cream foundation.
SPONGES like BEAUTY BLENDERS are great for applying different types of foundation. They can be used damp to apply liquid and cream and dry to apply powders without creating dust clouds. Sponges should be washed immediately after each use.
If applying a powder foundation, use a sponge first to avoid breathing in the product, then use a natural or synthetic foundation brush to blend, if desired.
Caprylyl/Capryl Glucoside (biodegradable, gentle, vegetable-based fatty alcohols and glucose break down makeup ingredients so they can be rinsed away without over-drying)
Di-PPG-2 Myreth-10 Adipate (Cromollient SCE – this biodegradable, gentle, synthetic emulsifier breaks down makeup ingredients so they can be rinsed away without over-drying)
Mentha Piperita (Peppermint) Oil (purifies makeup brushes and sponges that accumulate breakout-causing invisible impurities)
Tocopherol (Vitamin E) (antioxidant keeps the product fresh)
Citric Acid (adjusts pH to improve mildness)
Panthenol (pro Vitamin B5) (conditions)
Mentha Spicata (Spearmint) Oil (purifies makeup brushes and sponges that accumulate breakout-causing invisible impurities)
Totarol (bark from the New Zealand totara tree, sanitizes)
Leptospermum Scoparium (Manuka) Oil (this powerful essential oil from the New Zealand Manuka tree freshens makeup brushes and sponges that accumulate acne-causing crud)
*We regularly check various databases that list safe personal care ingredients and make sure we use ethically sourced, effective, fresh ingredients and don’t use anything questionable. Here’s our “No” list.
NOTE: This list is subject to change based on the availability of ingredients. Please consult the printed list included with your purchase or contact us if you have any questions.
Do not use to cleanse skin. For cleaning makeup applicators only.
Ingredients are generally considered safe for adults and children over 10 years.
Ingredients are generally considered safe for pregnancy. Our guidelines are based on generally accepted safety data for the ingredients in this product. Some of the ingredients in this product have not been specifically tested for safety in pregnancy. If you are pregnant or nursing, we recommend you consult your health care professional about your personal care products.
This product uses plant-based ingredients and should be used within 6 months of opening to ensure the highest quality.
A small percentage of people can be sensitive to fragrant essential oils. We’ve made every effort to choose oils that have a very low risk of a negative reaction. However, if you develop irritation discontinue use immediately.
Store below 30°C/86°F, away from direct sunlight, humidity and moisture.
Keep out of reach of children.
Follow directions for use.
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