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Posted by cosmeticsseller on 24-Aug-2009 02:08 Report
Cosmetics and their expiry
Due to posts about when you should chuck out that lipstick from 1980...LOL here are the approximate expiry dates of makeup.

For natural preservative Free makeup
Naturally the best?
You may need to be extra scrupulous about hygiene with so-called 'natural' or 'green' cosmetics. These tend to contain fewer preservatives and have earlier use-by dates that do, in fact, need to be stated by law on the label. If you continue to use this kind of product after the expiry date it's more susceptible to bacteria overgrowth, which can cause skin irritation. 'The ingredients in products with fewer preservatives break down more rapidly than other types of cosmetics, creating the perfect environment for bacteria to breed.

Mascara
Shelf Life: Three-six months
Mascaras should always be used fairly quickly once they're opened because they're easily contaminated by the pumping action of the brush. This can force bacteria further into the container where the moist, wet environment is ideal for bacteria to thrive.
  • Stick to one and use it regularly so you finish it within a few months. This is far better than alternating between a number of different mascaras, which means you keep them longer and increase the risk of contamination.
  • Never add water or other liquid to mascara to keep it from drying out, as this can cause the preservative to become diluted and therefore offer less protection against germs.
  • Never share mascara, as this is the most common way to pass on eye infections such as conjunctivitis.
  • Don't use the same mascara if you've just had an eye infection, and buy a new one to minimise your chances of the infection coming back.
  • Don't use saliva to moisten mascara. The bacteria from your mouth may get into the mascara, which can encourage bacteria to grow and cause infection.
  • Always wash your hands before applying mascara to cut down the risk of passing on bacteria with your hands.
  • Keep mascara in a clean place. Don't let it come into contact with dust or dirt that may harbour harmful bacteria.
 
Replied by cosmeticsseller on 24-Aug-2009 21:31 (Ref 1887988) Report
i have posted this link on the dry mascara post.
Replied by cosmeticsseller on 07-Mar-2010 12:34 (Ref 2093339) Report
www.oztion.com.au/secure/forum/forum_reply.aspx
Replied by cosmeticsseller on 07-Mar-2010 12:56 (Ref 2093364) Report
also linked back to other forums, just so people have the correct info.
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