useful for [SEP] the first time i used this makeup brush cleaner i was not impressed it did not clean my brushes and i had to rewash by hand i thought this was another waste of money today after washing my brushes by hand i used it as a dryer and it was amazing for that the brushes are so fluffy and although not completely dry i known they will be when i need to use them if you are looking for a cleaner do not waste your money but if you are looking for a dryer it is useful