Shelf life of beauty products

We use different types of makeup and beauty products to look beautiful. We love buying these and using them for months, but it is important to keep in mind that every product has a certain shelf life.

Over time, the active ingredients in these products begin to weaken, allowing bacteria and fungus to grow. Using expired products can cause problems like skin irritation, allergies, pimples or eye infections. Let us know which beauty products expire before you think.

Mascara: spoils in 3 to 6 months

Mascara spoils in 3 to 6 months

When it comes to the most perishable beauty products, mascara comes in first place. Putting the brush into the tube every time can cause air and bacteria to enter, which can cause eye infections. If its smell changes or a burning sensation is felt when applied, it should be thrown away immediately.

Liquid Eyeliner: Wears out in 3 to 6 months

Liquid eyeliner spoils in 3 to 6 months

Like mascara, liquid eyeliner can fade after three to six months. Bacteria can accumulate in it with repeated use. If its color changes or a layer starts forming on the brush, it should be replaced.

Vitamin C Serum: Bad in 3 to 6 months

Vitamin C serum spoils in 3 to 6 months

Vitamin C serum is one of the skin care products that spoils quickly. It oxidizes when exposed to air and light. When it gets spoiled, its effect reduces and its color can change from light yellow to dark orange or brown.

Moisturizers and face creams: spoil in 6 to 12 months

Moisturizer and face cream spoil in 6 to 12 months

People consider moisturizers and face creams to be long lasting, but putting fingers in jar packed creams can quickly lead to bacteria. If its color changes, water starts separating or it starts smelling strange, change it immediately.

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– Mithali Jain