Q: How often should I clean out my make-up bag?
A: The cleaning of one’s make-up bag is a personal affair. You find things you once couldn’t live without and things you didn’t even know you were missing.
I like to clean mine out at least twice a year. Now that spring is here, you can add your make-up bag to your spring cleaning list.
It’s important to keep your make-up and the bag you keep it in clean so it doesn’t store dirt and bacteria next to your favorite lip-gloss. The easiest way to start fresh is to dump everything out onto your counter.
Divide the contents of your bag into two piles, products that are still fresh and products that need to be thrown out. Here are a few ways to tell if make-up needs to be thrown away:
1- You don’t remember when you purchased it or where it came from.
2- The product, especially mascara, has a weird smell.
3- The original color has changed.
4- The consistency has changed.
5- The product is broken or crushed.
In addition to cleaning out your bag, be sure to clean your make-up brushes. Over time, brushes can collect dirt and bacteria that can be spread if not properly cleaned.
It’s a good idea to clean your brushes once a month to keep them fresh. After washing them, lay them flat to dry so water doesn’t drip into the handle and loosen the bristles.
Stores like Ulta sell brush cleaner, but you can also use baby shampoo to remove any build up.
After a good spring clean, your brushes will feel like new again and there will be more room in your bag for new products.
