Our pick
e.l.f. Clean Queen Solid Brush & Sponge Cleaner, 1.5 oz
100% VeganCruelty-freeFair Trade
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Buyer question · Brush and sponge cleaner
Can you use the e.l.f. Clean Queen Solid Brush & Sponge Cleaner on makeup sponges?
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Short answer
Yes. e.l.f. says the Clean Queen Solid Brush & Sponge Cleaner (SKU 81659) thoroughly cleans makeup sponges as well as brushes. Ulta's directions are short: wet the sponge or brush, then massage it across the solid soap bar cleaner to create a lather.
At a glance
Best for
- Brushes and sponges with leftover makeup pigment, oil and buildup
- Freshening up makeup tools on the go, using the travel-friendly case e.l.f. describes
Skip it if
- You want a no-rinse cleaner: Ulta's directions say to rinse the tool thoroughly with warm water and lay it flat to dry.
What we like
- e.l.f. says it won't strip or damage your tools.
- Ulta lists an easy-to-use silicone pad as a feature.
Good to know
- e.l.f. says the bar now has an improved formula, so the packaging you receive is the place to check the current formula.
Why the Clean Queen solid cleaner works on sponges
A water-activated soap bar
e.l.f. describes the Clean Queen cleaner as a solid, water-activated soap bar.
It targets pigment, oil and buildup
e.l.f. says it effortlessly removes makeup pigment residue, oil and buildup.
Made to care for sponges, not just clean them
According to e.l.f., the water-activated formula nourishes brush bristles and sponges.
How to use it
- Wet your makeup brush or sponge.
- Massage the tool across the solid soap bar cleaner, creating a lather.
- Rinse the tool thoroughly with warm water and lay it flat to dry.
Steps are from Ulta's listing for this product; the e.l.f. product page shows its directions only as an image.
Key details
- SKU
- 81659
- Size
- 1.5 oz (per Ulta)
- Format
- Solid, water-activated soap bar
- Features
- Silicone pad (per Ulta)
From the e.l.f. Clean Queen product page and store product data, and Ulta's listing (size and silicone pad).
Questions buyers ask
Is it vegan and cruelty-free?
e.l.f.'s product page marks it 100% Vegan, Cruelty-free and Fair Trade.
Will it damage my brushes or sponges?
e.l.f. says the formula won't strip or damage them.
Does it condition bristles?
e.l.f. says the water-activated formula nourishes brush bristles and sponges. Ulta's listing says the formula helps nourish and soften them.
Can I take it with me when I travel?
e.l.f. says the travel-friendly case lets you freshen up your makeup tools on the go.
What is it formulated without?
Ulta lists it as formulated without phthalates, parabens, nonylphenol ethoxylates, triclosan, triclocarban and hydroquinone.
Has the formula changed?
e.l.f. describes the cleaner as now having an improved formula. Check the packaging you receive for the current details.
The bottom line
Yes: if makeup sponges are part of your kit, e.l.f. made the Clean Queen solid cleaner with them in mind.
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Sources
- e.l.f. Cosmetics: Clean Queen Solid Brush & Sponge Cleaner product page
- e.l.f. Cosmetics: Clean Queen store product data
- Ulta Beauty: Clean Queen Solid Brush & Sponge Cleaner
Photos: e.l.f. Cosmetics (elfcosmetics.com).
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