PNS Duo Brush Oval/Liner

Preparing, Maintaining & Storing Gel Brushes:

For gel brushes, this works exactly the same as removing Arabic gum as mentioned above. Gel brushes are often thinner, making it easier to remove the gum. Additionally, you don't need to dip the gel brush in liquid.

It is very important to clean gel brushes thoroughly before use. In terms of maintenance, gel and nail art brushes are much easier than acrylic brushes. However, it is also important to store these brushes properly. When you want to put away a gel brush, always use a transparent gel/basecoat as a final step to keep the bristles neatly together. If you do want to clean a gel brush with a liquid, use cleanser on a wipe.

But how do you best store gel brushes? Always put gel brushes away without a plastic cap and out of direct sunlight. 'Sunlight is also UV light, and this can cure your brushes.' Even when the sun isn't shining. Therefore, store brushes in a dark place or in a storage case.

Removing Color from Gel Brushes

Do you find it difficult to remove colors thoroughly from your brushes? You can often remove the excess color, but pigments remain in the brush. Use some transparent gel on a mixing palette and then push the transparent gel through the bristles from one side. This way, you can push the color out. Gently wipe off the color pigments on a wipe and repeat this two to three times. It is difficult to completely remove the pigments. Therefore, use multiple brushes: one brush for lighter and one brush for darker colors.

It's also useful to keep a brush separate for glitter. 'As your career progresses, you collect brushes. If you want to do something with glitter, use an old brush.'

You can also use brush cleaner to clean brushes. 'BUT this dries out the bristles. All liquids dry out the brush. Don't let anyone tell you that you need special liquids to clean your brushes. This only dries out the natural bristles.' On average, you can use your brushes for about 6 months to a year if you work with them every day. 'But you have to handle them carefully if you want them to last a long time.'