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Are you one of those people that use their products till the last drop? I admit that I was one of those people. I used to boast with my friends about how long they lasted. It never came across my mind that theses things actually expire. I remember opening my lip-gloss once and it smelt really bad and the colour had changed. That moment made me realise that they is no such thing as last for really long time. Especially when you use them everyday and they are exposed to air, brushes and so on. Anyway that made me do some research into roughly how long they last.
In case no one has noticed, we have the shelf life symbol on most beauty products. This symbol is an opened jar with a number and the letter ‘M’ meaning months inside. This indicated how long it will last once opened. Obviously most products do not reach the months indicated because they are used quickly or they start to smell, crack, separate and changed colour but its just a general rule, so don’t take it for gospel. Just use common sense and constantly wash brushes with soap, throw away old dirty sponges and wash hands before apply them on. Cleanliness is key here to prevent eye infections and skin inflammation! Keep your cosmetics away from direct sunlight and moist areas and make sure that the lids are on tight! Do not share them (especially lip gloss and mascaras) with others!!!
Here are some guidelines:
FOUNDATIONS AND CONCEALERS 1 year, 3 years unopened
EYE SHADOWS AND EYE PENCILS Powder and cream eye shadows last up to 3 years, Pencils last longer providing that they are sharpen regularly and if you get an eye infection throw them away!
MASCARA AND LIQUID EYELINER Up to 3 months. Do not pump wand or add water. This will shorten shelf life.
POWDERS 3 years
LIPSTICK AND LIP GLOSS Good for 3 years after opening. Make sure lips are clean before using lip-gloss wands.
MOISTURIZERS AND CREAMS 6 months, 3 years unopened
CLEANSERS AND TONERS Use up to 1 year, 3 years unopened. NEVER dilute!
SHAMPOOS AND CONDITIONERS Use up to 1 year. (Unopened, 3 years.) Use as directed. Never add water (could be dirty) to dilute the product.
STYLING PRODUCTS Aerosol Hairsprays & Mousses are good for 3 years, opened or unopened. Non Aerosols, gels, and all other styling products are good for up to 1 year. (except certain oils and butters) Use as directed and follow safety precautions. Never mix product unless suggested by manufacturer.
ORGANIC PRODUCTS Up to 1 year
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- 13 May 2009
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Are you one of those people that use their products till the last drop? I admit that I was one of those people. I used to boast with my friends about how long they lasted. It never came across my mind that theses things actually expire. I remember opening my lip-gloss once and it smelt really bad and the colour had changed. That moment made me realise that they is no such thing as last for really long time. Especially when you use them everyday and they are exposed to air, brushes and so on. Anyway that made me do some research into roughly how long they last.In case no one has noticed, we have the shelf life symbol on most beauty products. This symbol is an opened jar with a number and the letter ‘M’ meaning months inside. This indicated how long it will last once opened. Obviously most products do not reach the months indicated because they are used quickly or they start to smell, crack, separate and changed colour but its just a general rule, so don’t take it for gospel. Just use common sense and constantly wash brushes with soap, throw away old dirty sponges and wash hands before apply them on. Cleanliness is key here to prevent eye infections and skin inflammation! Keep your cosmetics away from direct sunlight and moist areas and make sure that the lids are on tight! Do not share them (especially lip gloss and mascaras) with others!!!
Here are some guidelines:
FOUNDATIONS AND CONCEALERS 1 year, 3 years unopened
EYE SHADOWS AND EYE PENCILS Powder and cream eye shadows last up to 3 years, Pencils last longer providing that they are sharpen regularly and if you get an eye infection throw them away!
MASCARA AND LIQUID EYELINER Up to 3 months. Do not pump wand or add water. This will shorten shelf life.
POWDERS 3 years
LIPSTICK AND LIP GLOSS Good for 3 years after opening. Make sure lips are clean before using lip-gloss wands.
MOISTURIZERS AND CREAMS 6 months, 3 years unopened
CLEANSERS AND TONERS Use up to 1 year, 3 years unopened. NEVER dilute!
SHAMPOOS AND CONDITIONERS Use up to 1 year. (Unopened, 3 years.) Use as directed. Never add water (could be dirty) to dilute the product.
STYLING PRODUCTS Aerosol Hairsprays & Mousses are good for 3 years, opened or unopened. Non Aerosols, gels, and all other styling products are good for up to 1 year. (except certain oils and butters) Use as directed and follow safety precautions. Never mix product unless suggested by manufacturer.
ORGANIC PRODUCTS Up to 1 year
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