To avoid splits, snags, rips or tears, squeeze delicately, avoiding twisting or pinching. "Rinse and dry with clean cold water. Squeeze away excess water with a towel, set out to dry completely in a clean, well-ventilated area and re-use." Finally, make sure the sponges dry out completely after being washed.Aug 1, 2017

How do you dry a face sponge?

Run your sponge along the silicone nibs until your makeup stains are gone—no wringing or pulling—and then rinse until the water runs clear. Step 4: Dry. Set your sponge aside and let it air-dry with plenty of circulation (psst: drying your makeup sponge in a closed space can actually lead to mildew).

How do you dry a makeup sponge fast?

Try using a fan for faster drying. You can wash makeup sponges using the same kind of cleanser you would use to clean a makeup brush. Your favorite shampoo, mild soap, or facial cleanser will do the trick.

How long does a makeup sponge take to dry?

This will work to actively remove the foundation and excess product that gets clogged within the makeup tool. After 30 minutes, dry it out using a towel, and make sure it's free from moisture before using it again.

How often should you wash your Beautyblender?

“Your Beautyblender should ideally be washed after every use—it needs a little more love than your regular brushes. For a quick rinse, run it under warm water until the water becomes clear,” says Hughes.

How do you clean a Beautyblender sponge?

To give your sponge a quick clean, all you have to do is run it over a bar of soap (opt for something mild like the Dove Beauty Bar or Beauty Blender's own solid cleanser) and work it into a light later. Then, rinse thoroughly until the water runs clear and repeat as needed.

How do I clean a sponge?

The Best Way to Clean a Sponge Mix 3/4 cup of bleach in one gallon of water and soak the sponge for five minutes, then rinse – and that's it.

Can you dry a sponge in the dryer?

It will spring back to life in no time as soon as it absorbs all that fabric softener.” The cleaning guru said it was important to wring-out the sponge before adding to the dryer, so it wasn't dripping wet. “Pop that into your tumble dryer with your clothes and I promise you your clothes are going to smell beautiful.”