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Now, more than ever before, we need to pay attention to the transmission of germs, bacteria and viruses. We wash and sanitize our hands. We’re wary of touching surfaces in public places. We use wipes and other disinfecting cleaners all over our houses. Yet, what about our cosmetics? These are the products we place directly on our faces, lips and eyes – the entry-ways for bacteria and germs to get into our systems!
Cosmetic products contain preservatives to help slow down the growth of microbes, but they can become contaminated if people use non-sterile applicators or fingers to apply products, or if the products are poorly handled and stored. For example, products stored in warm and humid or damp conditions such as the bathroom, or out on an open counter in department stores and makeup kits.
Additionally, the natural oils from within your skin carry bacteria to the skin’s surface to be cleaned away, but some of that oil stays behind. So, when you use your brush on your blush, apply to one cheek, then “double-dip” the same brush to do the other cheek, those oils (and their bacteria) are transferred onto the blush itself, where they begin to grow.
Makeup brushes also have the potential to act as suitable homes for bacteria to thrive. Often, applicators are dampened to help the application of eyeshadows or foundation. But this environment has the potential to promote rapid bacterial growth.
Viruses can last anywhere from a few seconds to a few days on common surfaces. A simple sneeze or cough could transmit these virus particles on to your cosmetics or cosmetic brushes, where they are then able to transfer to the next surface they encounter – including your skin!
Staphylococcus Aureus is a group of bacteria that can cause a multitude of diseases because of infection of various tissues of the body. Staphylococcus is more familiarly known as Staph (pronounced “staff”)
Pseudomonas Aeruginosa is an opportunistic bacterium that lives in soil, water, and even in environments like hot tubs and on cosmetic items.
Escherichia coli (commonly abbreviated E. coli) – is the name of a germ or bacterium, that lives in the digestive tracts of humans and animals.
Human coronaviruses are a large family of enveloped viruses that infect both animals and humans. They are named for the crown-like spikes on their surface.
A novel coronavirus is the name for a coronavirus that has never infected people before. This recent new strain of coronavirus has been named SARS-CoV-2. The disease caused by this novel coronavirus is COVID-19.
Herpes Simplex Virus (HSV-1) is a highly contagious infection, that is common throughout the world. This very common virus is mainly spread by skin-to-skin contact, kissing and sex, but it can also be transmitted in droplets of spit left by an infected person on towels, cups, cutlery and, yes, lipstick. It is a hidden enemy – a person does not need to have visible signs of the virus to spread the infection. The virus lives in facial tissues where it can shed and spread.
Herpes causes blisters on the lips and around the mouth that can last up to ten days.
Human influenza A viruses cause seasonal epidemics of disease almost every winter. Influenza A viruses are also the only influenza viruses known to cause flu pandemics.
Currently circulating Influenza A (H1N1) viruses are related to the pandemic 2009 H1N1 virus that emerged in the spring of 2009 and caused a flu pandemic and has continued to circulate seasonally since then.
BeautySoClean® has the solution!
In an independent laboratory study, BeautySoClean® Cosmetic Sanitizer Formula C246 has been clinically proven to effectively remove Staphylococcus Aureus, Pseudomonas Aeruginosa and Escherichia Coli (E. coli).
Further testing also revealed this formula to be 99.9% effective against Herpes Simplex Virus (HSV-1), Influenza A (H1N1), and Human Coronavirus (229E).
Bacterial Efficacy:
Virucidal Efficacy:
Can you determine Virucidal Efficacy for SARS-COV-2 (the virus that causes COVID-19)?
Due to the novel nature of the virus, no official methods exist to test the efficacy of a disinfectant against the specific novel enveloped virus strain, SARS-CoV-2 which causes the disease COVID-19.
These procedures take a significant amount of time to develop, validate, and standardize. Therefore, no product will have label claims against COVID-19. In the interim, CDC and Health Canada recommend using products with efficacy testing against Human Coronavirus.
Even though Human Coronavirus 229E, and SARS-COV-2 are not the same virus strains, all coronavirus strains are enveloped viral particles that belong to the same virus family of Coronaviridae.
Products with efficacy against enveloped viruses are therefore expected to be able to kill COVID-19 when used according to manufacturer’s instructions regarding proper concentration, and contact time.
Cosmetic Sanitizer Mist
Cosmetic Sanitizer Mist is effective for sanitizing powder-based products. It cleans and rejuvenates makeup products without altering the formula of the cosmetic product. It is specifically formulated so it does not dry out, crack or alter the colour of the makeup.
Directions for use: Hold Cosmetic Sanitizer Mist 6 inches / 15cm from product surface and mist once.
Recommended Size: 250ml/8.5 fl oz.
UPC: 628548 11002 1
*Other Sizes Available Upon Request
Cosmetic Sanitizer Wipes
The individually wrapped, non-woven, Cosmetic Sanitizer Wipes are effective for sanitizing makeup that accumulates visible debris such as dust, lint and food particles. They clean, and refresh makeup without altering the products formula. The wipes do not dry out, crack or alter the colour of the makeup when compared to using 70% or 99% alcohol.
Directions for use: Use one wipe to wrap around lip-gloss, lipstick or mascara wand. Gently wipe from base to tip.
Recommended Size: 100 wipes
UPC: 628548 12008 5
*Other Sizes Available Upon Request
Wipeout Brush Cleaner
Wipeout Brush Cleaner is a fast acting, deep cleaning makeup brush cleaner infused with sea salt and natural oils. This professional strength formula literally wipes out the residue and bacteria that lives on your brushes, leaving behind nothing but a clean and soothing scent.
Safe to use with natural hair, and synthetic brushes.
Directions for use: Saturate brushes and wipe out cosmetic residue with paper towel.
Recommended Size: 250ml/8.5 fl oz.
UPC: 628548 150034
*Other Sizes Available Upon Request
Conditioning Brush Cleanser
The Conditioning Brush Cleanser is our sensitive skin formula. It is an efficient, yet gentle makeup brush cleanser. Its fast-drying formula quickly dissolves makeup residue while leaving your brushes fresh, clean and soft. It does not leave residue on your brushes, makeup product or on your client’s face.
Directions for use: Saturate brushes and wipe out cosmetic residue with paper towel.
Recommended Size: 250ml/8.5 fl oz.
UPC: 628548 12002 0
*Other Sizes Available Upon Request
Superclean Brush Cleaner
The SuperClean Brush Cleaner is formulated with sea salt, tea tree oil, lime oil and camomile to quickly remove waterproof and highly pigmented full coverage products fast and effectively. For natural and synthetic brushes.
• Stronger, Faster, and it’s Safe
• Fragrance free
• Dermatologist tested
• Paraben free
• Clear
• No rinsing
• Fast drying
Directions for use: Saturate brushes and wipe out cosmetic residue with paper towel.
Recommended Size: 250ml/8.5 fl oz.
UPC: 628548 180031
*Other Sizes Available Upon Request
NEW 2020 – Elevated Brush Wash
Cruelty free, paraben free, fragrance free.
Deep cleaning.
Effectively dissolves product buildup and oil residue.
*Sizes Available Upon Request
BeautySoClean Custom Pre-Pack
Our Custom Pre-Pack contains the following:
Recommended Size: 250ml/8.5 fl oz.
UPC: 628548 150034
*Other Sizes Available Upon Request
“Elevated Best Practices” will empower you to put safety first. This program acts as a comprehensive training manual and online course, complete with step-by-step recommendations and safety guidelines for beauty service workers and workplaces. In 30 minutes or less, become equipped with the necessary hygiene protocols to keep you, your clients, and your workplace safe.
Our Makeover Protocol & Procedures book is an essential resource for any makeup artist and it is a great educational tool for instructors.
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