how can i remove glue from my makeup brush handles? (details inc)?

Emmarrr :] · #1 (**permalink**) 12-26-2007, 04:05 PM

okay as i christmas present i got a makeup brush set and they were all stuck to this plastic as like a stand.

ive pulled them off the stand but theres a blob of a pva style (only not the peelable stuff) still left on the metal bit on the handle.

any ideas on how to get it off? ive tried picking it off and its stuck
i could really do with something that doesnt invole buying anything

Cindybear · #2 (**permalink**) 12-26-2007, 04:10 PM

Have you tried soap and water, hot water that is, hope this helps.

samdugan · #3 (**permalink**) 12-26-2007, 04:11 PM

Nail Polish Remover....

Venissa_98 · #4 (**permalink**) 12-26-2007, 04:14 PM

Goof Off works well for removing sticker or glue residue
http://www.valsparglobal.com/val/resident/goof-off.jsp
You might also try WD40 - I hear it works too just be careful not to get it on the bristles of the brush.

William B · #5 (**permalink**) 12-26-2007, 04:14 PM

finger nail polish remover, [has acetone in it will remove most glues]

Angela · #6 (**permalink**) 12-26-2007, 04:31 PM

What are the handles made of? You could try to use an acetone nail polish remover, but, you may want to do a test on it first & be very careful when using it so you do not damage the handles.