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A member asked:
I unclogged my sink w plunger n some of the gunk on my soap. i washed the soap but used it to clean my makeup brushes. was this bad? do i throw emaway
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Yes, it not worth: Any risk for such a minor expense. Be safe, not sorry. Best!
Answered 1/2/2015
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Good hygiene dictate: Good hygiene dictates , you throw away those brushes, and use new ones, . How ever if you want use them sanitize them thoroughly before using.
Answered 1/10/2015
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