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Best Non-Toxic Brush Cleaners

We vetted brush cleaners against the Welpr Standard and here are our top picks.

Camille May

Camille May

Cofounder & Product Curator

Olushola M. Awoyemi

Olushola M. Awoyemi

Medical Reviewer, PhD

Here's what we look for:

  • Simple formulas with fully natural or safe synthetic ingredients
  • No parabens, PEGs, phthalates, harsh sulfates, BHA/BHT, artificial dyes, formaldehyde or formaldehyde-releasing ingredients, or undisclosed synthetic fragrance (unless certified safe)
  • Minimal, non-irritating preservatives
  • EU-compliant brands with third-party certifications when available
  • Full transparency around sourcing, ingredients, and manufacturing practices

Best Non-Toxic Brush Cleaners

On Welpr, terms like "non-toxic," "safer," "cleaner," "healthier," and "vetted" are editorial labels based on our own standard for product assessment. They are not guarantees, certifications, or medical claims. Learn more.

Pure Castile Liquid Soap

Dr. Bronner's

Pure Castile Liquid Soap

Est. Price$9.99
10.0
Performance
Ingredient Safety

Meets the Welpr Standard

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Liquid BLENDERCLEANSER

beautyblender

Liquid BLENDERCLEANSER

Est. Price$20
9.6
Performance
Ingredient Safety

Meets the Welpr Standard

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Makeup Brush Cleaner Mat

Golikee

Makeup Brush Cleaner Mat

Est. Price$9.99
9.1
Performance
Ingredient Safety

Meets the Welpr Standard

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The Brush Cleanser

Ogee

The Brush Cleanser

Est. Price$34
8.7
Performance
Ingredient Safety

Meets the Welpr Standard

Discount Code
WELPR15
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Electric Makeup Brush Cleaner

Abnaok

Electric Makeup Brush Cleaner

Est. Price$17.99
8.3
Performance
Ingredient Safety

Meets the Welpr Standard

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BLENDERCLEANSER Unscented Solid Cleanser

beautyblender

BLENDERCLEANSER Unscented Solid Cleanser

Est. Price$18
7.9
Performance
Ingredient Safety

Meets the Welpr Standard

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Sigmagic Brushampoo Liquid Makeup Brush Cleaner

Sigma Beauty

Sigmagic Brushampoo Liquid Makeup Brush Cleaner

Est. Price$24
7.4
Performance
Ingredient Safety

Meets the Welpr Standard

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Botanical Brush Cleaner

Jane Iredale

Botanical Brush Cleaner

Est. Price$20
7.0
Performance
Ingredient Safety

Meets the Welpr Standard

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How to Swap to Non-Toxic brush cleaners:

Here's how to swap to non-toxic brush cleaners:

What to know about brush cleaner

Brush cleaner is used to remove makeup, oil, and buildup from your brushes and sponges. Because it often touches your hands during cleaning and leaves residue on tools that later contact your face, the formula matters more than you might expect.

  • Residue left on brushes after cleaning can transfer to your skin with every use, especially around your eyes, lips, and cheeks.
  • Welpr looks at the full formula — including fragrances, preservatives, and surfactants — to make sure nothing unnecessary stays behind on your tools.

Check your current brush cleaner

Take a look at the brush cleaner you use now. Use the Welpr Personal Care and Cosmetic Scanner to snap a photo of the ingredient label and see if anything gets flagged.

  • Look for "fragrance" or "parfum" on the label — these often indicate synthetic fragrance that isn't fully disclosed.
  • Check the cleaner you use most often first, especially if you use it on brushes that touch your face daily.

Use your current brush cleaner more safely

If you're not ready to switch yet, a few small changes can reduce what ends up on your skin. A thorough rinse after cleaning makes a big difference.

  • Rinse brushes and sponges under running water for longer than usual after cleaning to remove as much residue as possible.
  • Clean brushes in a well-ventilated area, especially if your cleaner has a strong scent or comes in a spray format.

Choose a cleaner brush cleaner

Look for brush cleaners with simple, short ingredient lists built around plant-based oils or gentle plant-derived surfactants. Fragrance-free options are the best starting point since your brushes touch your face after every wash.

  • Skip products listing synthetic fragrance, parabens, phthalates, or harsh sulfates — solid or liquid formulas with minimal ingredients tend to be cleaner choices.
  • Click the button above to shop Welpr Approved brush cleaner.
Camille May

Camille May

Cofounder & Product Curator

Camille May is the co-creator of Welpr and a guide for clean living. After selling her last company in the health food space, she went non-toxic while working to heal an autoimmune condition....

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Olushola M. Awoyemi

Olushola M. Awoyemi

Medical Reviewer, PhD

Olushola M. Awoyemi (aka Shola) is a board-certified toxicologist and a research scientist with a PhD in Environmental Toxicology. Shola's long-term ambition is to be recognized as a world-renowned expert in toxicology,...

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