cleans even caked on foundation very well [SEP] reviewing item this brush cleaner takes deeply imbedded foundation from very dense hair brush quickly i wet the brush first then put just few drops in this brush cleaner and go over with my makeup brush and rinse it has suction cup so it can be stick to the sink when i clean the brush but i found it i like to use it without the suction it comes in the set good value share with someone or keep the extra one for later useconswhen i purchase items from amazon which i do buy a lots of items from here i rely on your reviews so i tried my best to describe my experience accurately and honestly as possible so that you can also make decisions based on reviews that i wrote in this particular item i had an opportunity to purchase this item at a discount in exchange for my honest and unbiased reviewsome of you may think this review is biased and over rated just simply i purchased the item at lower price than advertised however regardless of i ve paid for the item or i received the item free all my reviews and star rating on the items are truthful and unbiased