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Dry brushing your skin a few times a week with a soft but firm brush helps with overall detox, while sweeping away dead skin cells. But the buildup of dead skin cells on the actual brush can get nasty.

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To clean it, fill a bowl with water and add three drops of essential oil and a bit of liquid Castile soap. Then, place your dry brush facing down, avoiding getting the wood part wet. After sloshing the bristles around, rinse the bowl and add plain water, and slosh the bristle again. To dry your brush, place it on a clean towel.

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Eyelash curler -

To keep your eyelash curler clean, use a makeup wipe or wet a cotton ball with rubbing alcohol and wipe down all the surfaces that come close to your eyes, including the cushion pad.

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It's recommended to clean your eyelash curler at least once a week or more, depending on if you curl your lashes after applying mascara.

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Hairbrushes and combs -

Hairbrushes and combs collect lots of oily dirt, dead skin, and hair products on their surfaces. If you don't clean them regularly, all of that dirt can be transferred back to your hair.

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First, remove as much hair as possible from the brush or comb. Then wash the tool using a mild shampoo. Use an old toothbrush to loosen any residue that remains. After that, just rinse it in water and allow it to air dry.

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For fabric headbands and bows, follow label directions or clean with a gentle detergent and water. Allow the items to air dry. You can also spritz on a bit of spray starch or fabric sizing, and then gently reshape it back.

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Due to the hair products that are added before styling, sometimes buildup can appear and decrease the tool's effectiveness.

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Curling and flat irons - Unplug the appliance, and make sure it's completely cool. Then, with a cotton pad dipped in rubbing alcohol, wipe down the surface. Allow it to work for a few minutes. Finally, wipe it with a clean, damp cloth, and dry it with a soft cloth.

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Your body may be clean after a bath or shower, but did you know that all that dirt and oil goes into your loofah or bath poof?

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After every use, rinse the loofah or poof well. Shake it out, and hang it to dry. At least once per week, clean it thoroughly by soaking it in a diluted bleach and water solution for five minutes. Don't forget to replace visibly dirty or musty loofahs and poofs.

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Makeup brushes -

Makeup brushes should be cleaned at least once a week. First, wet the bristle part of the brush in cool water. Then, place a dab of shampoo or detergent in the palm of your hand. Swish the brush through the shampoo, making sure it gets into the center of the brush.

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Rinse with clean water, keeping the handle dry. Then, gently squeeze the water out of the bristles. Lay the brushes flat on a towel to air dry overnight before using it.

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Manicure and pedicure tools -

Dispose single-use manicure and pedicure tools, such as wooden sticks, after every use. Other tools should be washed after every use, as they come in contact with skin tissues.

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It's best to wash them with antibacterial soap and water, then dry them after each use to prevent nail infections. For a deeper clean, scrub with an old toothbrush and clean the edges with a Q-tip dipped in rubbing alcohol.

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Mirrors -

Whether your mirror is a large one over the bathroom sink or a handheld one, you can easily keep it crystal clear with a glass cleaning spray. For any remaining tough hair spray stains, wipe with a cloth dipped in isopropyl alcohol. Then, dry it with a lint-free cloth.

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Eyeliner, eyebrow, and lip liner pencils all become dull and need to be sharpened. However, these pencils might have contacted some pathogens, so to prevent cross-contamination the sharpener should be cleaned after every use.

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To clean the sharpener, dip an old toothbrush into some rubbing alcohol or hydrogen peroxide, and carefully scrub into the edges of the sharpener. Then, rinse with cool water and allow to air dry.

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Razors -

Reusable razors should be scrubbed from time to time. This is because stubble and mold can collect in the space where the blade cartridge is, which is obviously gross.

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Razors -

Razors without cartridges can be soaked for five to 10 minutes in either bleach or vinegar diluted in water. Then you just need to scrub it with a toothbrush.

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Face roller -

After each use, clean your face roller with warm soapy water. Then wipe it down using a soft towel before rinsing and patting it dry.

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Face roller -

If you use the roller with any type of face oil or creams, make sure to avoid product buildup, as it can cause breakouts. You should also spray a bit of rubbing alcohol and wipe clean to sanitize once a week.

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Facial brushes -

Even if you use a cleanser with your facial brush, it still needs to be cleaned at least once a week. Use a few drops of liquid soap on an old toothbrush to scrub between the bristles.

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Facial brushes -

Rinse the bristles well with warm water, and then clean the handle with soap and a soft cloth. Allow the brush head to air dry overnight.

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Hair clips -

Hair clips can be cleaned by soaking them in warm water and using a bit of shampoo before rinsing. However, you might also need to use a bit of rubbing alcohol on a cotton pad to remove hairspray residue.

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Makeup sponges -

Whether you use it wet or dry, it's always best to clean your makeup sponge after each use. Simply dampen the sponge with warm water and massage mild soap into it. Don't forget to focus on the dirtiest parts.

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Then, squeeze the makeup sponge under running water until it runs clear. Finally, dry it with a clean towel and set aside to air dry.

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Tweezers -

Tweezers are used for lots of tasks, and some of them involve contact with body fluids. Therefore, for hygiene reasons, they should be cleaned after every use.

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Tweezers -

For overall cleaning, wash the entire tweezer with hand soap and warm water. Then, dip the tips in rubbing alcohol or hydrogen peroxide. Allow to air dry on a clean towel.

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See also: Are you applying your skincare in the correct order?

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