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Expired liquid foundation .
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Most make-up and cosmetics have either an expiry date printed on them or a picture of a little open jar with a number inside it, reflecting the expiry date after date of opening. I find it best to write the date that I opened the product somewhere on the label or bottle (using a sharpie) so that I remember when I opened it.
Obviously, if a product starts to separate, the formula changes or it starts to smell different, rather replace it than risk using an expired product.
Some other general guidelines for replacing make-up and cosmetics are as follows:
Blush : cream 6 to 12 months
Blush : powder 18 months
Brushes Can last for years.
Wash weekly & dry completely before storing
Concealer 6 to 12 months
Eye shadow : cream 6 to 12 months
(some may last 12 to 18 months)
Eye shadow : powder 18 months
Eyeliner : liquid 6 months or less (if it smells strange, replace it)
Eyeliner : pencil 3 to 5 years
(sharpen frequently to remove bacteria)
Foundation : liquid 6 to 12 months
Foundation : oil based 18 months
Lip liner : pencil 3 to 5 years
(sharpen frequently to remove bacteria)
Lip Gloss 1 year (if becomes extra sticky, replace it)
Lipstick 1 to 2 years (if it smells rancid, replace it)
Mascara 3 to 6 months (if is smells strange, replace it)
Moisturisers 1 to 2 years (check for expiry date or symbol)
Powder up to 2 years
Sponges Wash weekly, replace monthly
Obviously, if a product starts to separate, the formula changes or it starts to smell different, rather replace it than risk using an expired product.
Some other general guidelines for replacing make-up and cosmetics are as follows:
Blush : cream 6 to 12 months
Blush : powder 18 months
Brushes Can last for years.
Wash weekly & dry completely before storing
Concealer 6 to 12 months
Eye shadow : cream 6 to 12 months
(some may last 12 to 18 months)
Eye shadow : powder 18 months
Eyeliner : liquid 6 months or less (if it smells strange, replace it)
Eyeliner : pencil 3 to 5 years
(sharpen frequently to remove bacteria)
Foundation : liquid 6 to 12 months
Foundation : oil based 18 months
Lip liner : pencil 3 to 5 years
(sharpen frequently to remove bacteria)
Lip Gloss 1 year (if becomes extra sticky, replace it)
Lipstick 1 to 2 years (if it smells rancid, replace it)
Mascara 3 to 6 months (if is smells strange, replace it)
Moisturisers 1 to 2 years (check for expiry date or symbol)
Powder up to 2 years
Sponges Wash weekly, replace monthly
I know I should be better at tossing out things when they expire but the only makeup product I'm a stickler for tossing out on time is mascara. When it comes to skincare I am more strict about that especially when it comes to sunscreen. Of course if I use an old powder and I break out it gets binned.
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