Experts reveal shelf life of make-up and cosmetics
Updated | By Breakfast with Martin Bester
We're all guilty of leaving certain beauty products at the back of our drawers for years before using them again.
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Are you unsure if your make-up is expired? Experts say lip gloss only lasts one year. If you use a blending sponge, it should be replaced every month!
Beauty experts PublicDesire.com uncover a few products’ shelf life because leaving cosmetics untouched for too long can cause damage to our faces. It could be an infection or irritation, particularly with products used on the eye.
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Did you know: The symbol to look out for on the product is the outline of an open jar. This includes the letter 'm', which means month, and a number before it, which stands for the amount of months you should keep it once opened.
Lipstick - 18 months - two years
Foundation - One year
Lipgloss - one year
Makeup sponges - Wash after use, then throw away after one month
Fragrances - 8-10 years
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