Powders will begin performing poorly and not look as good on your skin. Concealer Concealer tends to be a product we go through the slowest since it only takes a teeny bit to cover up most imperfections. For powders and sticks, that can be up to two years, while liquids typically go after one year. Eye Shadow, Blush, and Bronzer In powder form, these heavy hitters can last up to three years.
Liquid and cream versions have a much shorter shelf life and can typically last up to a year, says Menzer. However, liquid eyeliners last between six to 12 months or until the formula dries out or starts clumping up. Want to get the longest possible use out of your cosmetics? Clean makeup brushes and sponges on a regular basis, and wash your hands before applying or touching up makeup, as doing both will help prevent bacteria growth on products, says Menzer.
Instead, gently drip the formula onto the back of your hand before you apply. Products with less preservatives, such as those made for sensitive, have less preservatives and bacteria are more likely to grow.
Maintenance Tips: While not as long-lasting as their powder counterparts, the liquid highlighter can last up to one year. Store in a cool, dry place and opt for a disposable applicator when applicable to maximize its shelf life.
Maintenance Tips: Similar to foundation, concealer can last up to a year. Keep the product out of direct sunlight, avoid touching the application with your fingers, and when you notice separation, it's time to toss. Shelf Life: Two years. Always, always keep your brushes clean!
Shelf Life: 12 to 18 months. Shelf Life: One year. Make your favorite red last longer by keeping it in a cool, dry place not in your hot car. Keep your liners away from your steamy bathroom to extend their life. Shelf Life: Three months. Maintenance Tips: Replacing your mascara regularly is crucial for avoiding eye infections. Shelf Life: Three to four months. Shelf Life: Three to six months.
Shelf Life: Two months. Maintenance Tips: Unfortunately, a pot of gel eyeliner should only be used for a few months since it easily traps bacteria. Shelf Life: Three to five years. Maintenance Tips: Fragrance is the longest-lasting product in your beauty routine—by far!
Some brands, like Le Labo, even suggest storing them in the fridge. Shelf Life: One to two years. Maintenance Tips: Heat and direct sunlight will make your polish separate and become discolored faster, so store your lacquers upright in a cool, dry place. There are also tricks to help you extend the life of polish that has gone goopy. Definitely yes, and the recommended time to keep it is 18 months. Wilson explains that oils will cling to the bristles of your brush and transfer to your product when applying powder over liquid or cream face products, which causes a dull grey film on the product.
Noticed a hard rim on your powder? This is due to minerals in your blush mixing with oils from your skin overtime. Always close your compact or twist the lid shut after use to avoid oxidation, which can change the colour of powders. Also, avoid using an emollient or greasy concealer before you apply. Plus, make sure your brush is always clean before each use to limit the amount of oil that ends up in your powder.
Make-up expiry dates are arguably most important to keep in mind when it comes to mascara. Three months with everyday use and six months with occasional use. Wet environments harbour bacteria, which is why our most-loved beauty product has such a short expiration period. Bacteria also naturally exist on our eyelashes and these germs are transferred from our eyes to our wands and into the mascara tube.
It might be heartbreaking to see your make-up expire, but binning that mascara now is better for you in the long run. Ideally, you want to hear a popping sound when you take your wand out of the tube. If your mascara dries up, revive with a few drops of baby oil. Just how long can I get out of it, you ask? Luckily, eyeliners tend to last that bit longer than complexion make-up staples like foundation, and can last anywhere from three months to three years.
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