Why Summer Is the Season to Detox Your Makeup Tools
There’s something about summer that makes everything feel fresh, light, and full of possibility, so why should your makeup tools be any different? With rising temps, sweaty skin, SPF layers, and more makeup touch-ups than usual, your brushes and sponges go through a lot this time of year.
If there was ever a season to give your beauty tools a deep clean (or a well-earned upgrade), it’s now. Here’s why summer is the perfect time to detox your tools and how to do it the Spectrum way.
Heat + Humidity = Bacteria Build-Up
Summer is prime time for sweat, oil, and sunscreen build-up. When that gets transferred onto your brushes and sponges, it creates a breeding ground for bacteria—not exactly what you want to blend into your skin.
Cleaning your tools regularly in the summer can help prevent:
- Clogged pores and breakouts
- Patchy, uneven makeup
- Stained brush fibres
You’re Probably Using More Product
Between setting sprays, bronzers, cream blushes, highlighters, and all the glow, summer makeup routines can be heavier than you think. That means your tools are working overtime. If you’ve noticed your favourite brushes aren’t blending quite like they used to, it’s probably time for a proper detox.
Travel Season = Germ Season
Whether you're packing for a beach weekend or a festival, your brushes are coming along for the ride. But tossing them into a makeup bag (or worse, the bottom of a suitcase) can expose them to dirt, oils, and other unwelcome grime.
Cleaning your tools between trips helps keep your skin happy and your makeup routine hassle-free.
Spectrum Summer Clean Essentials
Ready to refresh your routine? These Spectrum must-haves make tool detoxing easy and even a little satisfying:
- Vegan Solid Brush Soap – Powerful, gentle, and TSA-friendly
- Makeup Brush Cleaning Towel – Quick-drying and super cute
- Brush Cleaning Bundles – Great for gifting or starting fresh
Or Maybe It’s Time for a Full Reset?
Sometimes cleaning just isn’t enough. If your brushes are frayed, shedding, or just not blending like they used to, summer is the perfect excuse to upgrade.
Explore our full collection of vegan makeup brushes and brush sets and find your new favourite tools. Think of it as self-care for your skin and your makeup routine.
Summer's about feeling good in your skin and that starts with the tools you use every day. Whether you’re deep cleaning your staples or investing in new ones, detoxing your beauty routine now means smoother makeup, cleaner skin, and good vibes only.
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