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Makeup Expires?

Posted Mar 08 2011 12:26pm

by Shweta Shreyarthi, blogger

(Courtesy of stylecaster.com )

Makeup may not have an expiration date specified on its packaging, but that doesn’t mean you can keep it forever.   According to CBS News , “it’s important to get rid of cosmetics every so often to ensure that you’re getting the maximum benefits, and also to avoid things like infections.”   The chances of infection increase with the age of the product. so if your makeup is getting old, it might be time to let it go. Click ahead to find out when it’s time to toss your products! 

Mascara

Eyeliner

Lipstick

Foundation

The given times are just approximations, and the given problems don’t always occur.  But, if you smell any weird odor, or see a color or texture change, get rid of it.  It probably means it’s no longer safe to use.  It’s a lot like food in this sense—if only makeup had to have expiration dates, too.

 


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