Makeup Shelf Life

Always wondered if that Lipstick sitting in your Makeup Bag for the past few months...still good? Or wondered if that Mascara that gives out a funky odour every time you open it...still good? This blog will give you answers to all these questions and more.

How you handle your makeup can immensely effect the Shelf life of your Makeup. Do you do the following:

• Wash your hands before applying.
• Not share makeup.
• Not add water or saliva to dilute makeup.
• Keep cosmetics in a dry area, away from direct heat, sunlight or moisture.

If so your Makeup is likely to last about 3-6 months longer than the industry timeline.

But if you’re still unsure about a product, here are some warning signs you should watch out for:

• The product’s smell has changed.
• It has been exposed to prolonged heat or cold temp. You should never let your makeup freeze or melt.
  
• There is an obvious colour or textural change.
• Mould is evident.

Here's a standard industry guideline of when to toss out your Makeup:

• Mascara — 3 months.
• Liquid Foundation and Concealer — 3 to 8 months.
• Cream Blush and Eyeshadow — 6 to 12 months.
• Powder Blush and Eyeshadow — 1 year.
• Eyeliner and Lipliner Pencils — Up to 2 years.
• Liquid Eyeliner — 6 months or less.
• Lipstick — 1 year.
• Moisturizers and Skin Care — 1 to 2 years.

These guidelines are only valid if you take proper care of your products. 

Remember:

Cream/ Oil/ Gel or Liquid based products last max of 3 to 8 months as long as the product doesn't smell and or you see the cream/gel separated from the colour in the product.

 


Powder based products last anywhere from 8 months to 1 year but you should know that its time to toss it out if the product becomes chalky and streaky upon application.

Make sure to check your Makeup on a regular basis. The more you take care of your Makeup the less chances you have of getting eye infections, pimples and other skin irritations. Trust me your skin is going to thank you for it.