Makeup Disposal-It’s important. Do it!

Feb 16, 2011 by Clueless Fashionista

I am a big fan of makeup. I think it’s a great way to highlight your best features and really do a lot to punch up your overall look. However, makeup does not last forever. I understand that if you don’t wear a lot of makeup it can last for a long time, but that doesn’t mean you should keep using it for years. Makeup is a lot like food. It has an expiration date. While it may not get moldy, it can still go bad and cause negative health issues. But I also realize that many people have no idea how long certain types of makeup last.

I found a great and easy to understand article on bellasugar that breaks it all down. Here’s a short summary of some of the basics:

Mascara should be thrown out every three months
Foundation should be thrown out after a year
Eyeliner should be thrown out after 18 months
Lipstick/lip gloss should be thrown out after 18 months
Nail polish should be thrown out after a year

I like to apply these rules to the first use of the product but if you’ve owned some mascara for several years, you may want to keep an eye on it to make sure it’s still suitable for use. If it starts to irritate your eyes or smells funny, you should throw it out. Here’s a link to the full article: BellaSugar-When to throw away makeup.