Do Brushes Cause Acne?

Dirty makeup brushes can wreak havoc on the skin. In addition to collecting product residue, dirt and oil, makeup brushes are a breeding ground for bacteria. This could compromise your complexion — in the form of acne breakouts and rashes — as well as your health.

Are makeup brushes bad for your skin?

"Through daily use, makeup brushes can accumulate dead skin cells, dirt, oil, pollution, and bacteria," says Dr. ... An Australian woman contracted a staph infection after sharing makeup brushes with a friend, leaving her paralyzed in the legs and arms.

How often should you wash your makeup brushes to avoid breakouts?

1. Generally speaking ladies, how often should we be cleaning our makeup brushes? If you are only using your brushes on yourself then give them a good clean twice a week. If you suffer from skin breakouts, have any cuts or grazes or have an eye infection then you must clean your brushes every day.