Premium Silicone Cleaning Mat for Makeup Brushes - Baby Pink (1 Count) | Perfect for Makeup Artists & Beauty Enthusiasts at Home or Salon

I wanted a cleaning mat for my brushes, but didn't really see the point of paying $20-$30 for a name brand brush cleaning mat. (A nubby silicone mat is a nubby silicone mat, right?) I am really glad I opted for this mat. It is a nice large size, has multiple different textures (similar to the $25 Sigma mat), and works great for getting brushes clean. The only possible downsides are that it does not have suction cups on the back to hold it in place in your sink, and it does not come with directions. Usage is pretty self-explanatory, though. I simply place the mat into my sink, run a bit of water over it, squirt some liquid soap on (you don't need much), and rub the brushes around on it until they are clean (goes quickly). I also use it for rinsing - just let the faucet water run over it while I rub the brushes over the mat. This type of mat will definitely speed up your cleaning process & really deep clean your brushes. The varying textures on the mat really work well to get everything out of your brushes, particularly if you use a lot of dense synthetic kabuki or Artis-type style brushes that are notoriously difficult to clean. I personally find a flat-bottom sink (like a kitchen sink) easier to use than a smaller bathroom sink. This mat is an excellent alternative to pricier mats, and I definitely recommend it.