how do make up artists clean their brushes?

ok firstly they have to be real hair not synthetic

you line up 3 saucers one with some shampoo, one with conditioner and one with a few drops of tea tree oil and boiling water near a sink.

you then wet the first brush use some shampoo and gently clean it and rinse the shampoo off.

repeat untill the brush is completley clean. this removes the makeup

then dip it in the boiling water and tea tree oil mix. this disinfects the brushes and kills the germs from peoples faces that are on it

you then rince them under water again to get rid of the mix.

and lastly gently condition the brushes with the conditioner and rince all residue off.

leave them to dry on a rolled up towel. preferably outside in the sun

and their good to use again =D

I have a bunch of brushes and I clean them. For quick cleaning I use a spray on brush cleaner, but that's only if I have to do makeup again quickly like between clients, then when I get home I wash them with baby shampoo, re-shape all the hairs, then let them dry. Hope that helped! Good luck!

im no make up artist but i clean my brushes with shampoo and conditioner, the shampoo cus it is gentle and conditioner because it is horse hair and like any hair needs conditioning. it also makes the brush soft again when you use it. some cleaners make it harsh. like i said im no MA but this works a treat for me

Look - the branded brush cleaners are a rip off.

Just wash thoroughly in warm, soapy water and dry them well. They are fine and work just as well as any special stuff.

There are several products available at cosmetic counters in department stores (usually "better" department stores) that are used expressly for cleaning makeup brushes.

they can use a specific brush cleaner like this one here from bobbi brown http://www.bobbibrowncosmetics.com/templates/produ...

or, they use regular hair shampoo. both work well, if washed gently so the bristles don't become deformed or fall out!

i heard MAC just use baby shampoo in lupe warm water