Have you ever wondered how long you should you keep your beauty products in your makeup bag? Just like any product, beauty products also have a shelf life. The problem is that there isn’t one rule in all the countries in the world and the international standards for cosmetic products are different in different countries. For example the standards for cosmetic products are slightly different in Europe and the US and in countries with tropical climate, the cosmetic products usually have shorter shelf life.
One important rule that you have to know is that if you want your makeup or beauty products to last longer, don’t store them in the bathroom or in places where there’s a lot of moisture. And don’t use your beauty products with dirty or wet hands.
Cosmetics shelf life – When to toss out your mascara
Usually the shelf life of mascara is between 3 to 6 months. The mascara is a beauty product that you should be very careful with. Mascara is usually water based, which means that bacteria can quickly multiply in it and therefore the product can go bad in less than 3 months. It is important how you take care of your mascara. And don’t forget that this is a beauty product that you shouldn’t share with anyone.
Cosmetics shelf life – When to toss out your face cream
Face creams usually last from 6-12 months depending on how often do you use the product and how you take care of it. If you want your face cream to stay fresh for longer, you can keep it in the refrigerator. Also, if you can, choose face creams that you can squeeze from a pump – this way dust and germs won’t be able to get into the product. If you use face cream in a pot, always apply it with clean hands.
Cosmetics shelf life – When to toss out your foundation
Liquid foundation and creamy eye shadows can last up to 12 months. If they’re in a pot and you need to apply them with your hands, be sure that your hands are always clean before you use them. But because most foundations are water based, it’s best to by them in a tube or a glass bottle with a pump. That way no germs or dust will go into the product and the foundation won’t dry out.
Cosmetics shelf life – When to toss out your face powder
Face powder and loose or pressed eye shadows can usually last a little bit more than 12 months. Usually when they go bad, they start to smell quite unpleasant. The only thing that you have to know about dry powder products is to always pick some of the product with a clean sponge, clean fingers or clean makeup brush and keep them away from moisture.
Cosmetics shelf life – When to toss out your lipstick
Lip gloss, lipstick and lip products don’t last more than 12 months. When they get spoiled, they usually have really unpleasant smell and weird taste. The most important thing that you need to know is to not share lip products with anyone, because of bacteria and viruses.