December 13th, 2013 • Posted by Esthetics by Liliya Spa and Acne Clinic • Permalink
Do you have a tube of lipstick in your cosmetic bag that's been in there for a while? When was the last time you replaced your mascara? Women have a tendency to hang on to makeup long past its prime. Learn when to kick cosmetics to the curb below.
Mascara
This eye-opening makeup has the shortest lifespan of all cosmetics. Mascara is only good for about three months. When you apply mascara, you're constantly forcing air into tube as you pull the brush in and out of the bottle. This causes the paste-like substance to clump and dry out. Once it's clumpy, it's a breeding ground for bacteria, so don't keep it around.
Lipstick
Your favorite shades of red will last about a year. Again, if your lipstick starts to dry out, you'll want to toss it. Lip gloss lasts a little longer, usually about 18 months.
Foundation
Whether its power or liquid, your foundation will typically last about a year. However, if your foundation starts to separate or has pockets of discoloration, you'll want to discard it. Foundation is usually the most expensive cosmetic women buy, but that doesn't mean you should keep it past the one-year mark. Expired foundation can aggravate acne and cause skin rashes.
Overall, if you can't remember when you bought your makeup, it's probably time to replace it. When you buy new cosmetics, use a permanent marker to put the date you purchased it on the bottom. This way, you'll know exactly how old your cosmetics are.
