It's a testament to the quality and detail in your videos that I really enjoyed watching this, despite being a guy who has never worn makeup. Great job! 🙂👍
I was shook when I read the name of the video 😂 I actually thought YOU were going to explain how to clean make up brushes. It was cute that you did a video with your wife❤
Thanks Sam for the tips! I used to sell/apply makeup professionally so I had a pretty good idea of how to clean brushes but I learned two new things that I'll work into my routine next time I clean them!
Yes! Castile soap is another good option. I personally have never used it on natural hair brushes, so wanted to stick with a process I knew worked on all types. Thank you for sharing! - Sam
Seems easy enough. Quick question - some of the sponges say they have an antibacterial coating. How does the the soap and oil affect this coating, if at all? Thx!
This is a great question! I did a bit of research and looked at how some brands recommend cleaning those types of sponges. You can use the process in the video, I would probably forgo the oil just to be safe. You may find, though, that some stains may not come out. So, just be aware! Thanks for asking! - Sam
Great video. I'm lazy, so I use a bit of makeup remover (oil based on DRY brushes), let absorb for 10-15 minutes. Rinse and all the makeup comes out. Next use a bit of Dawn, use rubber scrubber, rinse well and let air dry. For stubborn foundation stains, let the dawn soak for a bit and rub with scrubber until clean, rinse. Use a makeup remover you bought and don't necessarily like to save from using your fav.
I always enjoy seeing new ideas for cleaning makeup brushes. My method is to lay a bar of soap on a washcloth in the sink. I dampen the soap with the faucet then one by one wet the bristles of the brush and swirl it in the soap until clean. I rub the bristles between my fingers if needed. When the bar of soap gets dirty I give it a spray with the faucet.
I loved your tips, and your methods were really clearly demonstrated. I do have to wonder about the jojoba oil part, though. Almost all soap is meant to break down oil. The fact that the oil is added with the soap at the same time renders the oil inactive, if my chemistry is correct! Yes, oil does break down oil, but not if soap is used at the same time… maybe this isn’t correct? It would save some money if the oil were not essential to the process! Just a thought. Great video! 😊
Thank you for the insight! I love learning new things like that. The oil has always been helpful in conditioning my brushes, too, but you can absolutely do the process without it if you don’t have it around. - Sam
Thank you for this video, it's a winner. I already had the mat and the alcohol so purchased the baby shampoo and the oil. I was amazed how well it cleaned my brushes, they are like brand new. I have tried various brush cleaners and found Cinema Secrets to be the best but it was still quite a lot of work and lots of paper towels. Your combo is by far the best and is more cost effective.
If you’re cleaning synthetic brushes you can use a bit of Dawn Dish soap instead, and that will break down the oil and cleanse at the same time. I have really sensitive skin and a mix of natural hair/synthetic brushes, so I use this method so I don’t have to have multiple cleaners or use anything that may be too harsh. Thanks for asking! - Sam
Thanks so much for this! Incredibly useful. Have a makeup brush cleaner that I bought and like, but I don’t like single use products, so I’ll definitely be going with no fragrance baby shampoo when it runs out. Question on the jojoba oil: is there a particular reason for jojoba oil or could you use any gentle oil? I don’t currently use it for anything, but if it’s important or has other uses, I’d be glad to try.
Yay! Glad to hear you liked it ☺️ I like Jojoba oil because I have sensitive/acne prone skin and it’s non comedogenic. But, if you have an oil that you like and you know it doesn’t bother your skin, try it out! - Sam
Great video! :) Your 2-3 towel system (the other one that you usually mention in your videos) really helped me stop feeling overwhelmed by grimy surfaces. Question- does baking soda actually absorb odor? Lol. You should make a video going over which "old wives tale" tips work and dont work!
I'm so glad it’s helped you out! I love hearing that. As for your question, baking soda can absorb odor! I’ve personally found activated charcoal to work better.
I’m sorry, I haven’t tried any other oils because of my sensitive skin. If your brushes are synthetic and you’re needing to cut down on oil, a bit of Dawn Dish soap will do the job as well. Hope this helps! - Sam
This is exactly how I wash my brushes, only I use Dr. Bronner's castille soap, which is oil based, so I can skip a step. 😊 I've found that applying soap directly to the brush may make it harder to rinse out (especially for bigger brushes) so I make a little cup of diluted soap and dip in that. Perhaps my rinsing needs patience!
I always keep a spray bottle of 60/40 vinegar/Dawn. Wet the brushes, spray with the V/D mixture, rub on the pad, instant clean. Way simpler than this method.
I dump mine in the sink filled with water rub it on a stick of bar soap and then on my hand and then rinse. That being said most of my brushes are from like wet n wild, elf, bh cosmetics, and a few from eco tools and rt which all came from my older sister. So they were already kinda busted anyways. The only brushes i dont do this with is my two natural hair brushes.
Thank you so much for sharing your process! I always love to hear how others are cleaning things up! I have really sensitive skin, and I think the vinegar would be a bit too harsh for me. Dawn Dish soap can be great for synthetic brushes! I have a mix of natural hair/synthetic brushes, so I like using a cleanser that works for both. I also really love bold colors and glitter, so I’ve found my brushes need a good scrub once in a while. I do love the alcohol/distilled water mix for in between those baths, though, kinda like the one you mention. Thanks again for sharing! ☺️ - Sam
I've found that drying my brusher with a hair dryer works a lot better than air drying (i live in cold humid environment). Have only been doing this for a few months, so we'll have to see about the longevity of the brushes..
I'm a bit shook by the amount of soap and oil you will end up using if you do one brush at a time like that. I do all my large brushes (about 5-6) in the same solution and then repeat if needed. But overall, I think your method is good.
2:21 I’m a make up artist and I can tell by just looking at this brush that there is still some make up left in the middle of the brushes when you’ll spread them out you’d see .. it’s not that easy and quick to completely get them squeaky clean
Hi Brandon, please teach us how to clean kids' stuff--dirty playmats, table with crayon & sharpie marks, stuffed animals that cannot be machine washed...appreciate it!
I wonder why we need the pad when we can just use our hands and fingers to be delicate or more aggressive with the amount of force we use. Other than that, I appreciate the video tips.
It's a testament to the quality and detail in your videos that I really enjoyed watching this, despite being a guy who has never worn makeup. Great job! 🙂👍
Same. And also checking the quality of the video to assess sending it to my sister and girlfriend
I really appreciate the kind words and thanks so much for watching!
I was shook when I read the name of the video 😂 I actually thought YOU were going to explain how to clean make up brushes. It was cute that you did a video with your wife❤
Had to bring in an expert on this one!
Thanks Sam for the tips! I used to sell/apply makeup professionally so I had a pretty good idea of how to clean brushes but I learned two new things that I'll work into my routine next time I clean them!
Thank you so much! I have a lot of makeup artist friends, and y’all always have the best tips! - Sam
Great video. Always looking for inexpensive cleaners for my makeup brushes.
Thank you! 🙌
YES 😂 this is what I needed!!! Samantha is awesome!
I use almost the same technique to clean paint brushes!
Very nice job! Especially appreciated the tip about jojoba oil and the drying method.
Also nice it's a family effort 😊
Thanks so much for watching!
I use Castile soap, it saves me the extra step of mixing 2 products and it removes all makeup including concealer and foundation like a charm! 😊
Yes! Castile soap is another good option. I personally have never used it on natural hair brushes, so wanted to stick with a process I knew worked on all types. Thank you for sharing!
- Sam
That was SO excellent and helpful !! Thank you so much for doing this for us.
Excellent work on the video! You two are truly a charming pair. It’s my belief that Samantha should consider creating more content like this.
Goodness! Yes! My way too! 🙏🏻
You guys are fantastic teachers. I love your videos so much
❤ From Australia
Thank you! 😃
Thank you so much for these great brush cleaning steps… I am excited to use them! Awesome job, Sam!
Thanks for watching!
I've found that dial soap, just the plain orange antibacterial soap, removes the makeup the fastest.
Seems easy enough. Quick question - some of the sponges say they have an antibacterial coating. How does the the soap and oil affect this coating, if at all? Thx!
This is a great question! I did a bit of research and looked at how some brands recommend cleaning those types of sponges. You can use the process in the video, I would probably forgo the oil just to be safe. You may find, though, that some stains may not come out. So, just be aware! Thanks for asking! - Sam
Great video. I'm lazy, so I use a bit of makeup remover (oil based on DRY brushes), let absorb for 10-15 minutes. Rinse and all the makeup comes out. Next use a bit of Dawn, use rubber scrubber, rinse well and let air dry. For stubborn foundation stains, let the dawn soak for a bit and rub with scrubber until clean, rinse. Use a makeup remover you bought and don't necessarily like to save from using your fav.
I always enjoy seeing new ideas for cleaning makeup brushes. My method is to lay a bar of soap on a washcloth in the sink. I dampen the soap with the faucet then one by one wet the bristles of the brush and swirl it in the soap until clean. I rub the bristles between my fingers if needed. When the bar of soap gets dirty I give it a spray with the faucet.
Great suggestions Samantha!
Excellent tutorial thank you!
Great. Thank you. 😊
I loved your tips, and your methods were really clearly demonstrated. I do have to wonder about the jojoba oil part, though. Almost all soap is meant to break down oil. The fact that the oil is added with the soap at the same time renders the oil inactive, if my chemistry is correct! Yes, oil does break down oil, but not if soap is used at the same time… maybe this isn’t correct? It would save some money if the oil were not essential to the process! Just a thought. Great video! 😊
Thank you for the insight! I love learning new things like that. The oil has always been helpful in conditioning my brushes, too, but you can absolutely do the process without it if you don’t have it around.
- Sam
Thank you for this video, it's a winner. I already had the mat and the alcohol so purchased the baby shampoo and the oil. I was amazed how well it cleaned my brushes, they are like brand new. I have tried various brush cleaners and found Cinema Secrets to be the best but it was still quite a lot of work and lots of paper towels. Your combo is by far the best and is more cost effective.
Great video! And the Mrs. is beautiful! 💜
You're awesome. Thank you.
Thank you for great tips. I never used Jojoba oil but I will now
Hope you like it!
Would an oil based soap or cleanser work just as well as an oil and separate cleanser?
If you’re cleaning synthetic brushes you can use a bit of Dawn Dish soap instead, and that will break down the oil and cleanse at the same time. I have really sensitive skin and a mix of natural hair/synthetic brushes, so I use this method so I don’t have to have multiple cleaners or use anything that may be too harsh. Thanks for asking!
- Sam
nice video. I just use simple soap and it does the job :)
What a nice voice, good tips!
Thanks so much for this! Incredibly useful. Have a makeup brush cleaner that I bought and like, but I don’t like single use products, so I’ll definitely be going with no fragrance baby shampoo when it runs out.
Question on the jojoba oil: is there a particular reason for jojoba oil or could you use any gentle oil? I don’t currently use it for anything, but if it’s important or has other uses, I’d be glad to try.
Yay! Glad to hear you liked it ☺️ I like Jojoba oil because I have sensitive/acne prone skin and it’s non comedogenic. But, if you have an oil that you like and you know it doesn’t bother your skin, try it out! - Sam
I thought I had a good technique UNTIL I saw this. The drying process using the three towels was epic. Thanks for sharing and enjoyed every minute!
Great video! :) Your 2-3 towel system (the other one that you usually mention in your videos) really helped me stop feeling overwhelmed by grimy surfaces.
Question- does baking soda actually absorb odor? Lol. You should make a video going over which "old wives tale" tips work and dont work!
I'm so glad it’s helped you out! I love hearing that. As for your question, baking soda can absorb odor! I’ve personally found activated charcoal to work better.
Loved it ❤❤❤
Thank you for that information
Can you recommend any other oil to use please? X
I’m sorry, I haven’t tried any other oils because of my sensitive skin. If your brushes are synthetic and you’re needing to cut down on oil, a bit of Dawn Dish soap will do the job as well. Hope this helps!
- Sam
Thank you! 🤗
This is exactly how I wash my brushes, only I use Dr. Bronner's castille soap, which is oil based, so I can skip a step. 😊
I've found that applying soap directly to the brush may make it harder to rinse out (especially for bigger brushes) so I make a little cup of diluted soap and dip in that. Perhaps my rinsing needs patience!
I always keep a spray bottle of 60/40 vinegar/Dawn. Wet the brushes, spray with the V/D mixture, rub on the pad, instant clean. Way simpler than this method.
I dump mine in the sink filled with water rub it on a stick of bar soap and then on my hand and then rinse. That being said most of my brushes are from like wet n wild, elf, bh cosmetics, and a few from eco tools and rt which all came from my older sister. So they were already kinda busted anyways. The only brushes i dont do this with is my two natural hair brushes.
Thank you so much for sharing your process! I always love to hear how others are cleaning things up! I have really sensitive skin, and I think the vinegar would be a bit too harsh for me. Dawn Dish soap can be great for synthetic brushes! I have a mix of natural hair/synthetic brushes, so I like using a cleanser that works for both. I also really love bold colors and glitter, so I’ve found my brushes need a good scrub once in a while. I do love the alcohol/distilled water mix for in between those baths, though, kinda like the one you mention. Thanks again for sharing! ☺️
- Sam
Great video, always excellent!
I've found that drying my brusher with a hair dryer works a lot better than air drying (i live in cold humid environment). Have only been doing this for a few months, so we'll have to see about the longevity of the brushes..
Can we use essential oils or almond oil or coconut oil or olive oil rather than jojoba?
Where did you purchase the beaker?
Eye caterpillars! But great info, thanks!
Can I use my Shuemura cleansing oil to wash my brushes, instead of jojoba oil?
So cool
What if you feel the need tobclean them daily?
That's a bit excessive, tbh I just rub them off before and after use when I use them until they need to be washed
What if makeup is not oil based?
I'm a bit shook by the amount of soap and oil you will end up using if you do one brush at a time like that. I do all my large brushes (about 5-6) in the same solution and then repeat if needed. But overall, I think your method is good.
2:21 I’m a make up artist and I can tell by just looking at this brush that there is still some make up left in the middle of the brushes when you’ll spread them out you’d see .. it’s not that easy and quick to completely get them squeaky clean
Thats why you use your hands to get in there not these other tools
I’ve always known the pronunciation of “jojoba” thanks to the Steve Martin Pink Panther movie lol
Cheaper method: dawn and extra virgin olive oil
That works too! The only thing to keep in mind is that’s Dawn is not great for natural hair brushes.
@@CleanThatUp idk, i’ve been doing it for 14 years and my brushes are still in perfect shape
Hi Brandon, please teach us how to clean kids' stuff--dirty playmats, table with crayon & sharpie marks, stuffed animals that cannot be machine washed...appreciate it!
Why most wives called Samantha are true soulmates and wife material? 😂😂😂
You guys speak the same 😂
It happens after 15 years of marriage 😂
Keep 2 sets of make-up brushes.
I use a cheap salad spinner to clean my beauty blenders… rinse and spin.. done.
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I wonder why we need the pad when we can just use our hands and fingers to be delicate or more aggressive with the amount of force we use. Other than that, I appreciate the video tips.