Using a dirty sponge day after day can also damage the skin. If the problem of acne persists, the consequences of this habit can be fatal.

As careful as we are in using cosmetics these days, no one is as conscious about other cosmetic ingredients. The dirtier the sponge used to blend the make-up, the greater the risk of bacterial infection. Using a dirty sponge day after day can also damage the skin. If you have acne problems, the consequences of this habit can be serious. There are several simple ways you can pre-sterilize your cosmetic sponge. How to do it, that’s the clue.

1) The easiest way to clean a makeup sponge is to soak it in soapy water. Take a bowl of warm water, and soak the sponges in it with a little soap for half an hour. Once done, wring out the water from the sponge and rinse thoroughly with normal water and dry it completely before using it again.

2) Mix water and soap in a microwave-safe cup. Take enough water to completely submerge the sponge. Heat the cup in the microwave for one minute. Invert the cup and let it cool a little. When the water cools down, you will see that the sponge is completely clean. Wash in cold water with soap and dry in the sun.

3. Make a mixture of olive oil and liquid soap in a bowl. Soak the sponge gently in it. After some time remove this liquid from the mixture and keep it under water to clean it well. You can keep your makeup sponge clean and sterile with this process once every two weeks.