Make Up Research Paper
Find Out When To Toss Out Your Makeup Products
Have you noticed that most of your favorite makeup products don't come with an expiry date? You might feel elated that you can use your makeup products, especially your favorite lipsticks life long, but the harsh truth is that after a period of time you have to discard them from your vanity bag. Ok why cosmetic companies don't print an expiry date is because makeup shelf life depends upon when the product is first open, or how you store it. Most of the products would have PAO symbol- Period After Opening symbol, which tell how long you can use your product. However if you are unable to find the symbol, read out post and find out when it is time to get brand new cosmetics.
1. Mascara:
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We know it is disappointing to hear that, but as it can easily get contaminated due to bacteria, it is safe to toss is after 4-6 months. Beyond this there are chances you can get eye infections.
4. Pencil eyeliners:
We want you to smile now, as pencil eyeliners can last longer than liquid liners! Pencil eyeliners, kohl pencils can last for two years. They are safe and less prone to bacteria, however if you ever get eye infection due to your pencil eyeliner, discard it instantly. Even your brow pencils will last for 2 years.
5. Face makeup:
Liquid foundations, concealers can last for 6 months to 1 year as it can easily breed bacteria and the chances of breakouts, skin irritation is high. Whereas powders and blushes can last for 2 years because bacteria cannot grow where there is no liquid. Make sure you keep your makeup brushes and hands clean which will prevent the growth of bacteria in your makeup products.
6. Nail polish:
Have you noticed your nail polish going gooey and sticky? Those are the signs of discarding it, don't add nail remover liquid and extend it life- just toss it. Nail polish can last for 2 years and beyond that it is best to throw them off.
7. Lipsticks and
Have you noticed that most of your favorite makeup products don't come with an expiry date? You might feel elated that you can use your makeup products, especially your favorite lipsticks life long, but the harsh truth is that after a period of time you have to discard them from your vanity bag. Ok why cosmetic companies don't print an expiry date is because makeup shelf life depends upon when the product is first open, or how you store it. Most of the products would have PAO symbol- Period After Opening symbol, which tell how long you can use your product. However if you are unable to find the symbol, read out post and find out when it is time to get brand new cosmetics.
1. Mascara:
Sorry girls, …show more content…
We know it is disappointing to hear that, but as it can easily get contaminated due to bacteria, it is safe to toss is after 4-6 months. Beyond this there are chances you can get eye infections.
4. Pencil eyeliners:
We want you to smile now, as pencil eyeliners can last longer than liquid liners! Pencil eyeliners, kohl pencils can last for two years. They are safe and less prone to bacteria, however if you ever get eye infection due to your pencil eyeliner, discard it instantly. Even your brow pencils will last for 2 years.
5. Face makeup:
Liquid foundations, concealers can last for 6 months to 1 year as it can easily breed bacteria and the chances of breakouts, skin irritation is high. Whereas powders and blushes can last for 2 years because bacteria cannot grow where there is no liquid. Make sure you keep your makeup brushes and hands clean which will prevent the growth of bacteria in your makeup products.
6. Nail polish:
Have you noticed your nail polish going gooey and sticky? Those are the signs of discarding it, don't add nail remover liquid and extend it life- just toss it. Nail polish can last for 2 years and beyond that it is best to throw them off.
7. Lipsticks and