{"id":784,"date":"2020-05-07T08:14:05","date_gmt":"2020-05-07T08:14:05","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.helpyourskin.co.uk\/?p=784"},"modified":"2020-05-06T17:23:09","modified_gmt":"2020-05-06T17:23:09","slug":"how-to-clean-a-make-up-sponge","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.helpyourskin.co.uk\/how-to-clean-a-make-up-sponge\/","title":{"rendered":"How To Clean A Make Up Sponge?"},"content":{"rendered":"

Your make up sponge has likely been to a fair few places with you, and seen some sights. Once we have found a good make up sponge, it is hard to imagine ever using anything else! The best sponge will smooth on your foundation without brush strokes or lines, and leave you with a perfect finish. When you are using it every day, you may not think about washing it – but keeping your equipment clean is actually very important. Let\u2019s have a look into the ins and outs of how to clean a makeup sponge.<\/p>\n

Why clean your make up sponge?<\/h2>\n

Because your make up equipment is so often in contact with your face, it is important to keep it all clean or you can run the risk of transferring bacteria<\/a> to your skin, which can cause skin problems such as pimples, acne and skin irritation.<\/p>\n

Another good reason is that keeping your sponges and brushes dry and clean<\/a> will prevent any old, dried on make up from transferring to the new application and ruining your look.<\/p>\n

Different types of make-up sponge<\/h2>\n

Not all sponges are created equal, and there are a great many different types of sponge, made from different materials, for different purposes.<\/p>\n

Your basic foam sponge<\/strong> is probably the thing that you started out with, and this is one of the most well known types. These are often triangle shaped, and can cause lines and unevenness due to their shape and texture.<\/p>\n

The powder puff <\/strong>is a bit like the ones you may have seen in your grandma\u2019s bathroom, but much more sophisticated. They come in a variety of fabrics, from cotton to satin, and are used for powder applications.<\/p>\n

You can find latex based sponges<\/strong>, which are generally wedge shaped, are ideal for smoothing on liquid foundation and concealer. These are great because the tend not to absorb the product as much as other sponges, making them easier to wash.<\/p>\n

How to clean your make up sponge<\/h2>\n

\"How<\/p>\n

A. Cleaning with liquid soap:<\/h3>\n
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  1. Run your sponge under lukewarm water, then squeeze out the excess.<\/li>\n
  2. Place a small amount of mild shampoo into your hand, then roll the sponge between your palms.<\/li>\n
  3. Rub the liquid completely into the sponge, until it has absorbed it all.<\/li>\n
  4. Run the sponge under the tap again, squeezing it until the water runs clear.<\/li>\n
  5. Repeat this process until the water running from the sponge is completely clear.<\/li>\n
  6. Squeeze out the excess water with your hands, then lay the sponge in a towel and squeeze again.<\/li>\n
  7. Lay the sponge on a dry towel and leave it overnight to completely dry and shrink back to its original size.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

    B. Cleaning with solid soap:<\/h3>\n
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    1. Run the sponge under lukewarm water.<\/li>\n
    2. Take a bar of mild, unscented soap and run it under the tap to moisten it.<\/li>\n
    3. Run the soap between your hands to create a lather, then rub this lather into the sponge.<\/li>\n
    4. Rub the sponge between your hands until it has absorbed all the lather, then rinse it thoroughly under the tap.<\/li>\n
    5. Squeeze the water and bubbles from the sponge, until the water runs clear.<\/li>\n
    6. You should repeat these steps until the water you rinse the sponge with runs consistently clear. Make sure you rinse all the soap out of the sponge.<\/li>\n
    7. Squeeze out the excess water, then lay your sponge on a dry towel and let it air dry. You will know it is completely dry when it has shrunk back to its original size.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

      Dos and Don\u2019t of cleaning make up sponges<\/h2>\n