2 tbsp Rubbing Alcohol (Surgical Spirits, Witch Hazel OR Tea Tree Oil).1 tbsp Liquid Dish Detergent (Fairy Liquid).2 tbsp Rubbing Alcohol (Surgical Spirit, Tea Tree Oil or Witch Hazel).Here are my suggestions for DIY Cleanser solutions: By using items generally found in the home or are bought at a fraction of the cost of branded brush cleansers, I have put together my top DIY cleanser solutions that may be used on Makeup brushes. By applying some basic DIY knowledge, homemade cleanser solutions are just as effective as the store bought options. In these times of cutting back and being more frugal with our spending, I have tried a number of less expensive solutions for cleaning my brushes.Ĭutting down does not have to mean cutting out. There are a vast amount of cleanser solutions or brush cleaners out there on the market and I have used many different ones over the years in every price bracket. To sterilize brushes keeps them hygienic.The hairs or bristles of the brushes need careful washing to get the maximum life out of them.