You may want to check the expiration dates on your makeup, but have you ever thought that your cosmetics bag might be full of bacteria?
You probably don’t clean your cosmetics case after traveling, and you may actually be contaminating the products and makeup brushes inside, which could lead to breakouts.
FEMAIL spoke to celebrity makeup artists and beauty experts to find out what you’re doing wrong (and what you can do right) to ensure your makeup bag and brushes stay clean.
Celebrity makeup artist and lash expert Dionne Phillips in Beverly Hills, California, warned: “If you travel frequently, your makeup bag is exposed to various environments, which can cause products to spoil or grow bacteria, especially if the bag is not cleaned or ventilated properly”.
“Spilled powders, creams and other debris can collect at the bottom of the bag and mix with dust and bacteria,” Dionne revealed to DailyMail.com.
You probably don’t clean your cosmetics case after traveling, and you may actually be contaminating the products and makeup brushes inside (file image)
Dionne said it’s best to “clean your makeup bag inside and out with an antibacterial wipe or cloth moistened with a mild soap solution at least once a month,” allowing it to air dry completely before using it again. fill it.
beauty expert Laura Kaybased in Hertfordshire, agreed that makeup bags “can be a great breeding ground for bacteria, which can be transferred to products and brushes if not cleaned properly.”
Laura told FEMAIL: ‘The biggest mistake people make is storing their makeup in plastic or cloth cases that they don’t clean regularly,’ because they should clean them at least once a month, and more if they travel frequently, especially on planes.
Celebrity makeup artist Michele Probst in Nashville he suggested to meChoose bags “that you can throw in the washing machine after a trip” and avoid “porous materials,” as well as cases with “interior fabrics that are difficult to keep clean.”
Michelle, who has worked with Katie Couric, Drew Barrymore, Justin Timberlake and Barack Obama, said it’s best to use “antibacterial cleaners in spray or soap form” or “hydrogen peroxide or alcohol-based wipes.”
It’s also possible that if the containers are not completely closed, bacteria could get in, so be sure to use airtight containers, whether for makeup or skincare.
Once you’re done traveling, don’t throw your makeup bag under the sink, especially if you live somewhere warm.
“A common mistake is storing makeup in humid environments like bathrooms, where humidity can encourage the growth of bacteria and mold,” Dionne advised.
Beauty expert Laura Kay agreed that makeup bags “can be a great breeding ground for bacteria.”
FEMAIL spoke to celebrity makeup artists and beauty experts to find out what you’re doing wrong and what you can do right to ensure your makeup bag and brushes stay clean (stock image)
“Always store your makeup in a cool, dry place, away from direct sunlight, which can degrade the product and increase the risk of contamination,” Dionne continued.
It’s also best to keep makeup brushes and sponges clean, especially if they’re in a makeup bag that you’re not washing enough.
Dionne warned that “dirty brushes can harbor bacteria, dead skin cells and oil, which can lead to breakouts and skin irritation.”
If you store your makeup brushes or sponges in a contaminated cosmetic bag, dirt and oil may be spreading.
To make sure you keep everything clean, Dionne recommends washing your brushes with a mild soap every two weeks and then letting them air dry.
Even if you’re in a hurry, make sure you don’t put your brushes back in your cosmetic bag right away.
“Never store wet brushes in a closed or plastic bag, as this can create a breeding ground for mold and bacteria,” Dionne said.