The expiration date is always indicated on cosmetics, but they are never interested in it. Specialists from the British department store chain Debenhams, having inspected the cosmetic bags of several hundred volunteers, found that some had stored expired products in them for years. And they not only store, but also continue to use them.
In the meantime, bacteria can easily grow in a tube with expired mascara, which can cause it. Old eye shadow is evoking. Lipstick – . The longer you store your cosmetics, the higher the chances that harmful microorganisms will start in it.
In addition, she does not think about the fact that brushes, sponges and puffs for applying makeup need to be washed regularly. Such carelessness with the beauty arsenal can cause acne, herpes, shingles and erysipelas.
Cosmetologists strongly recommend that you be interested in the shelf life of cosmetics when buying and observe it during storage.
Cosmetics, like sponges with brushes, need to be in your sole use. If not, then be sure to disinfect. After use, all items must be washed – there are special care products for this. But you can get by with regular shampoo or liquid soap. To make the brushes softer, you can finally treat them with hair balm.
| Cosmetics | Recommended storage times | Real shelf life |
| Mascara | 4-6 months | 12 months |
| Pomade | 12-24 months | 12 months |
| Eyeshadow | 18-24 months | 18 months |
| Eyebrow pencil | 18 months | 96 months |
| Eyeliner | 18 months | 12 months |