Stupid Q. time :D how to 'unstiff' new brushes!

[cocolette]

i know stupid question but i just got my first mac brush (190) for my NW15 and its stiff so how do i make it unstiff for first use?!
thanks
coco xxx

 

[neeshie]

Wash it!!!!

 

[BunnyBunnyBunny]

Wash it with brush cleanser, or baby shampoo. =)

 

[cocolette]

Thought so but i didnt want to mess it up!
thank you

 

[MAC_Whore]

You should always wash MAC's brushes before you use them. When they are new, they may have a residue of agents from their manufacturing process as well as preservation agents in the fibres. That is why they feel stiff.