We all develop a close bond with our favorite beauty trimmings and trappings. There's that set of professional makeup brushes that sat at the top of your wish list for months, that that took you forever to track down, that makeup bag (in a limited edition print) gifted to you from your bestie... Let's just say if there was a beauty-specific edition of Hoarders, we could all be in big trouble. But unfortunately what they say is true: all good things must come to an end. And considering you get rather up close and personal with the majority of your beauty tools on a regular basis, the end may be nearer than you might think. Find out when it's time to say bye to your beloved beauty tools below.

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Makeup Brushes

Clean: The more often the better, but aim for every other week.

Toss: When ratty or frayed.

Makeup Sponges

Clean: Weekly. Unless you're using the average drugstore makeup sponge, those are for one-time use only.

Toss: Every 3 months or when cracked.

Eyelash Curlers

Clean: Weekly with a cotton pad soaked in rubbing alcohol.

Toss: Replace the rubber pad every 4-6 months or when torn. Replace the curler when it loses tension. For most, that's about every 12-18 months.

Makeup Bags

Clean: Give it an honest assessment yearly. If it's in good condition, throw it in the washing machine.

Toss: When it's no longer salvageable.

Tweezers, Sharpeners and Nail Tools

Clean: Ideally metal tools should be cleaned and disinfected after every use, or at least every 2 weeks.

Toss: When the tools start to dull or you see rust or corrosion.

Razors

Clean: Thoroughly rinse your razor and allow it to dry outside of the shower after every use.

Toss: Weekly or when it begins to dull.

Hairbrushes

Clean: Remove hair from the bristles weekly. Give it the full treatment monthly.

Toss: When bristles are broken or damaged.

What beauty tools will you be cleaning and tossing this week? Let us know below!