Makeup brushes and sponges are essential beauty tools for applying products to your face, such as foundation, concealer, powder, eyeshadow, and blush. However, it's important for the health of your skin that you keep these tools free of dirt.
Luckily, removing makeup residue from brushes and sponges isn't difficult. In fact, there are several home cleaning methods you can follow. Below we explain in detail what each of them consists of, in addition to giving you a few tips and tricks.
Best ways to clean makeup sponges
With liquid soap
If you're wondering how to clean your makeup sponges, you should know that one of the most common methods is to use plenty of water and liquid soap. To start, wet the sponge with water and apply enough liquid soap to form a lather. A drop the size of a small coin is recommended.
You can use hand soap, shower gel, or whatever you use for washing dishes. Once the sponge absorbs the soap, rinse with warm water and squeeze out the excess. Repeat this process several times until the water starts to run clear. When that happens, remove all the liquid and let it air dry completely before using it again in your beauty routine. 
With bar soap
The method to clean your makeup sponges with bar soap is exactly the same as the previous one. Wet the sponge with warm water, moisten the soap and rub it well with the sponge until it has absorbed it, then rinse it. Repeat this process until the water runs clear and is free of dirt.
With olive oil
Sponges can also be cleaned with olive oil to easily remove makeup residue. All you have to do is mix a tablespoon of liquid soap with another of olive oil in a container and then insert the sponge. Make sure it absorbs the mixture well, then rinse with plenty of warm water until it regains its original color and finally let it dry on a clean towel. This method is one of thebest home tricks.
In the microwave
Washing your makeup sponges in the microwave is another fairly effective method. This can be done without any problems and won't take long. However, you have to be careful and do it well, as you run the risk of burning the sponge.
Simply place your sponge in a microwave-safe bowl of water and some liquid soap. Dip the sponge into the mixture and make sure it absorbs well.Then place the bowl in the microwave for one minute. When you take it out, rinse it with plenty of water until all traces of dirt are gone. And be careful because it will be hot! 
How often should you wash your makeup sponge?
The best thing you can do for the proper care and cleaning of your makeup sponges is to follow these tips and tricks.
As for how often you should clean your sponges, it is recommended to wash them after each use, but as we know this is not always possible, at least try to do it once a week. And of course, don't forget to change your sponge every 2-3 months for the sake of your skin.
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