Clean out the makeup bag.
Makeup has a shelf life and while we all clean out our refrigerators and cabinets we forget about our makeup bags. Cosmetics and skin care products also have expiration dates; while they are quite a lot longer than some of the items in our kitchens its a good idea to label when each item was purchased and then you will know for sure when it’s time to replace them.
Foundations -
Liquid foundations expire after 12 months, liquids with an oil base 18 months. Loose or pressed powder also 18 months. If you are using a concealer stick make sure that you shave off the top layer every now and then as it’s a great place for bacteria to grow.
Mascara - 3 to 4 months.
Moisturizers - 1 year opened, 2 years unopened. Although because of the vitamins and antioxidants used in some of the moisturizers they could expire more quickly so if the consistency or order has changed toss them and call your Avon lady.
Eye Makeup - 3 years.
Powder Blush - 2 years.
Eye LIner - 2 years for pencils; 3-6 months for liquid.
This is just a guideline of expected shelf life of some of your cosmetics and moisturizers. Use your common sense though as with anything else, and if it smells wrong, or the color has changed or the consistency just doesn’t feel right toss it out and give me a call.
