Hi guys!
I thought I’d make a post on this as I didn’t know about it until recently, and that is that makeup does in fact expire! There’s a quick an easy way to tell when your makeup expires and it’s by looking at the back of your product – it should have a small jar with 6M, 12M, 24M, etc on the back of it – this means the product expires from 6 months, 12 months, 24 months, etc after you open it.
I did some research on the typical expiry dates on makeup in case your product doesn’t have this symbol as it was on the packaging that you threw out.
Signs that your makeup has expired:
- Discolouration
- Runny
- Lumpy
- Has seperated
- Weird odor
- Has a weird consistency unlike before
General rules for the expiration of:
Makeup
- Mascara, liquid, pencil or gel eyeliners: 4-6 months.
- Cream, Liquid or Stick Foundations or Concealers: 1-2 years (dependent on whether there’s a pump).
- Powder-based products (including mineral foundation): 2-3 years
- Lipsticks, Lip Gloss, & Lip Pencils: 1 years
Skincare
- Cleansers: 1 year
- Toners: 6-12 months
- BHA or AHA Exfoliants: 1 year
- Facial or Body Moisturizers and Serums: 6-12 months
- Lip Balms: 1 year
* These facts vary through different sites, so I advise you to use the indicator on the back of your makeup/skincare product for the most accurate information on the expiry date.
Amy x
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Source: http://www.paulaschoice.com/expert-advice/skin-care-basics/_/When-to-Toss-Out-Beauty-Products
Tell that to the lip balm I’ve had for eight years! The only things I don’t screw around with on the best by dates, though, are eye products. Never lasts long enough to go bad, though.
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HAHAHA! I feel you, I don’t really pay attention to the expiration dates unless it causes a reaction on my skin/smells funny. I just take more precaution now if I feel it may be out of date haha ;).
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I need to do some serious makeup cleaning now! Thanks for the very helpful post 🙂
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I’m glad it helped you! We don’t want to be breaking out ><.
xxx
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Reblogged this on Kristina Gard.
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Feel like our beloved cosmetics expiring is something we try to pretend doesn’t happen, I know that’s how I am. My rule of thumb is if it starts to change in any way/shape/form, it’s done for! But I do have an all natural face mask that does say on it that due to the natural ingredients in the product that discoloration may occur. So I definitely take things like that into consideration when de-cluttering.
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Yeah I totally feel you on that – I don’t really pay attention to the expiration date but use it as a guideline and do the same as you; if it smells funny or causes a reaction it goes in the bin.
xxxx
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It’s so important! When I worked for Estee Lauder, we tried to mark customers’ boxes with the date purchased so they know when to replace it. Mascara is the most important: you don’t want pink eye! Eeek. We told people replace it every 3 months, a little shorter than your recommendation.
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Oh that’s awesome to hear! I think more shops should do that too for a more accurate reading. Hahaha yeah that would be terrible! >< xx
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Important information to know.
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Glad it helped you! ❤
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It did. Is the expiration time the same if the product is unopened and or sealed?
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When I researched it it said it’s from when the product is first opened, but you may want to look that up yourself just in case (if you have had a product for ages haha!). Hope that helps x
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Thanks, I have several products that I’ve had for ages. LOL!
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Thanks for this ❤ Really a huge help!
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I’m so glad you found this helpful! xx
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I really didn’t know that but I haven’t had makeup last longer than 4 months anyway hahahahhaha… Skin care runs out in 2 months but that’s only toners for me….
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Hahaha that’s good – I should get in the habit of using what I buy installing of continuously buying more (but I can’t stay away from them sales.. 😉 )
xx
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I feel your pain luv ..dont worry lol… but then my prob is i feel obligated to wear makeup daily to ensure it gets used up
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Thank you for posting this! So informative 😀 Looks like I have some decluttering to do -_-
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I’m glad it helped you! Bahahah oh no >< have fun 😉 x
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This is SUCH an important message to share. I’ve had customers who think this is just a marketing ploy so that I can sell more Avon; but in fact, it can be an actual health hazard if you don’t carefully follow expiration dates. Thank you for promoting consumer awareness! ❤
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Yeah it is pretty important and seeing I had no idea that they even expired, I thought it’d be best to share my discovery with my blogging buddies haha! Thanks for your super sweet comment ❤ xxx
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great post !
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Thanks Ingrid! 🙂 x
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awesome post
I need to remind myself
TO CHECK EVERYTHING
xo
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Thanks Cat! ❤ x
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great info xx
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Thank you, I’m glad it helped xxx
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Omg, I just realized what those little jars mean last week and I started checking all my makeup just for fun haha
Although I don’t know how powders (like blush) can really go bad.
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Hahahahah I had no idea until recently! I know right, it’s strange. I guess the chemicals and stuff inside eventually mix too much or something (has no idea) haha xx
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Reblogged this on and commented:
It’s SO important to understand that makeup DOES expire, and when it does, you DO NOT want to put it on your face. Not only does it not do it’s job, but it can also increase break outs or even allergic reactions. It happened to me personally. So check this post out so you know how long you can keep your makeup and skincare for!!
Much Love,
Veee
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wow this was really helpful. I knew that makeup expired but wasnt sure when. also i’ve followed you! if you get a chance, come check out my fashion and fitness blog as well! http://www.sincerelyaimee.com
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I’m glad it helped you! ❤ x
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And I sure will! X
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Thanks! Hopefully you will like my blog and follow as well!
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So helpful .. nice post !😀☺😊
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Thanks glad you found it helpful! Xx
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I started writing “date opened” dates on my mascara bottle with a sharpie….I have too much mental gray hair to be trusted to remember!!!
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Ahh that’s a really smart idea! Hahahah xx
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Your blog is really nice ! ❤
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Thanks Lulu xxx
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I am so amazed these days at the things that expire. thanks for sharing
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Glad it helped you! X
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