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Don’t forget to clean your brushes at least once every other week with The Brush Guard’s Cleaning Kit.

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The Brush Guard

Birchbox Breakdown

We close our compacts and screw on moisturizer tops, all to keep dirt and dust away from the products that touch our faces. But somehow makeup brushes get tossed around in cosmetic bags and left on vanity shelves. That’s why these brush guards are perfect—they keep our tools clean and protected against all the yuckiness that builds up.

How it Works

The cross-stitched plastic guard holds the shape of a makeup brush. It also protects it from dust and dirt. And the snug fit keeps all our favorite tools safe. Try the ¼” for your shadow or liner brushes, and the ⅖” size for blush accents. We like the ¾” guard for foundation brushes, and the 1” for powder or Kabuki brushes to keep your all-over application tools extra clean.

How to Use

Slide The Brush Guard® over the brush’s handle past the end of the bristles. Keep the guard on whenever you’re not applying or reapplying. That’s it. The only puzzle piece is which guard is the right size for your brush. As a test when the guard is on, tap the bristle end of the brush on a solid surface. If the guard slides back at all, it’s too big; try the next smallest size.

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definitely get two sets

I got on the waiting list for these and completely regret not getting two sets right away when they became available. Brush guards seem like such a trivial thing, but when you start to use them you'll be hooked.

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neat idea

These work great! although an extra tiny one would be great for those of us that have 2 small liner brushes. I'll definitely will buy again add my brush collection grows

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Such a neat product!

I had never seen these before but purchased them based on the reviews. I used them on a recent trip and they really kept my brushes in perfect shape. I am very pleased with this purchase! Thanks Birchbox!!

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Must have

This is a wonderful product. i use them when i travel and when i dry my brushes. it really help them hold their shape.

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Must have

The best investment ever if you want to prolong the life of those expensive or cheap brushes you bought. Easy to use, they keep my brushes safe and sound while drying. No more splayed brushes.

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Perfect

I like how these go on easy and protect your brushes from getting beat up in your make-up bag. I wish they would sell them in different varieties, I have no use for the small ones. These are a great product especially for travel.

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No Thanks

Great idea but I already have a brush holder that keeps them nice. Hard to work with. Not worth the cost.

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Keeps Brushes Nice

I just used the brush guards while traveling. My brushes remained nicely compact and neat. My only complaint is that the guards unravel a bit.

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Love Them

My makeup brushes look great after using these. Brushes hold their shape and for some reason feel smoother on my skin. If you're going to invest in quality brushes, you should protect them, and this definitely does that.

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Work well but don't hold up.

I liked the sample and then ordered a set. The melted edges don't seem to hold up well. I think they could use a different finish on the ends. They do protect my brushes and I like how the brushes can air dry in them.

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