Best Makeup Brush Shampoos

Updated September 2020
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Bottom Line
Pros
Cons
Best of the Best
Cinema Secrets Professional Brush Cleaner
Cinema Secrets
Professional Brush Cleaner
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Bottom Line

Outshines its competitors in both quality and efficiency – a great choice for those who share their brushes, as it cleans and sanitizes your brushes.

Pros

Only a small amount of shampoo is required, making this product last longer than most. No need to soak your brushes – they dry quickly and don't need to sit overnight. Leaves brushes conditioned and soft. Available in 4, 8 and 32-oz. bottles.

Cons

A little costly. Has a strong vanilla scent which can be bothersome to sensitive skin.

Best Bang for the Buck
Make Up For Ever Instant Brush Cleanser
Make Up For Ever
Instant Brush Cleanser
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Bottom Line

Alcohol-free and odorless, this is a reliable and fast-acting brush cleaner spray.

Pros

Works great for busy make up artists and professionals who need quick cleaning of brushes and applicators. Requires 1-3 pumps.

Cons

A few customers found that the spray bottle gets clogged easily.

BeautyBlender blendercleanser® solid pro
BeautyBlender
blendercleanser® solid pro
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A somewhat pricey yet high-quality solid cleanser that gets the job done with minimal effort.

Pros

This is a jumbo-sized, charcoal-infused bar that not only cleans brushes of makeup but rids them of dirt, oil, and bacteria. Has a hint of lavender to leave brushes smelling fresh. The large size enables you to clean multiple products at once. Includes a silicone scrubbing pad.

Cons

Some users reported this bar leaving a slight, dark residue and prefer the lighter version.

Sephora Collection The Cleanse: Daily Brush Cleaner
Sephora Collection
The Cleanse: Daily Brush Cleaner
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Bottom Line

A great choice for novice makeup users. Easy to use, easy to apply, and leaves brushes clean and conditioned.

Pros

Gentle enough for everyday use. Oil-based but lightweight spray that helps dissolve makeup residue. A good value for the price.

Cons

Not as effective on sponges as it is on beauty blenders and brushes.

Artis Aerosol Brush Cleansing Foam
Artis
Aerosol Brush Cleansing Foam
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Bottom Line

A pricier but popular choice foaming cleanser for makeup brushes.

Pros

We love how this foaming formula helps reach individual fibers on brushes, leaving them thoroughly cleansed and soft. Also works well for sponges and blenders.

Cons

May work better for Artis brushes than other brush brands.

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How we decided

We purchase every product we review with our own funds — we never accept anything from product manufacturers.

17 Models Considered
5 Hours Researched
1 Experts Interviewed
121 Consumers Consulted
Zero products received from manufacturers.

We purchase every product we review with our own funds — we never accept anything from product manufacturers.

Makeup brushes touch every inch of your face, so naturally, keeping them clean is essential. Makeup brush shampoos are designed specifically to remove the makeup residue, oils, and dead skin cells that accumulate over time – while still being gentle enough to avoid any damage to the brushes. Chose a brush shampoo over common alternatives such as dish soap to ensure softer, longer lasting brushes. Unlike dish soap, a proper brush shampoo will not leave any skin-irritating residue on your brushes. Keep in mind, you should be cleaning your brushes regularly throughout the month. Foundation brushes in particular should be washed at least once a week.

Other Products We Considered
The BestReviews editorial team researches hundreds of products based on consumer reviews, brand quality, and value. We then choose a shorter list for in-depth research and testing before finalizing our top picks. These are the products we considered that ultimately didn't make our top 5.
EcoTools
Makeup Brush Shampoo
beautyblender
Liquid blendercleanser
Real Techniques
Brush Cleansing Gel
Sigma Beauty
Professional SigMagic Brushampoo
Aesthetica
Pro-Series Brush Cleaner and Conditioner
The team that worked on this review
  • Katie
    Katie
    Editorial Director
  • Melinda
    Melinda
    Web Producer
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Cinema Secrets

Professional Brush Cleaner

Cinema Secrets

Professional Brush Cleaner

Outshines its competitors in both quality and efficiency – a great choice for those who share their brushes, as it cleans and sanitizes your brushes.
$42
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BeautyBlender

blendercleanser® solid pro

BeautyBlender

blendercleanser® solid pro

A somewhat pricey yet high-quality solid cleanser that gets the job done with minimal effort.
$9
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Make Up For Ever

Instant Brush Cleanser

Make Up For Ever

Instant Brush Cleanser

Alcohol-free and odorless, this is a reliable and fast-acting brush cleaner spray.
$5
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Sephora Collection

The Cleanse: Daily Brush Cleaner

Sephora Collection

The Cleanse: Daily Brush Cleaner

A great choice for novice makeup users. Easy to use, easy to apply, and leaves brushes clean and conditioned.

$14
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Artis

Aerosol Brush Cleansing Foam

Artis

Aerosol Brush Cleansing Foam

A pricier but popular choice foaming cleanser for makeup brushes.
$6

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