Makeup DOES Expire!

As many of us know, most things expire with time. Except honey, it is too sweet to expire! When most of us think about things expiring we think of milk, eggs, and medicine. Although, your precious makeup surly does expire!
I just want you to remember that I am not an "expiration export" but I did do about three hours worth of research and learned some things that I would love to share with you all!


The first thing you need to remember is that once you open a product, the expiration process begins. 

Here is a basic breakdown to help you determine when to trash your old makeup stash:

• Concealer: Concealer applicators should be tossed within 6 months since these instruments are known to grow and harvest bacteria. If you use a brush to apply your concealer, hang onto your twist-up sticks and compacts for up to 1 year.
• Foundation: Between 6 months and 1 year
• Pressed Powder Cosmetics (face powder, eye shadow, blush etc.): 1 year to 18 months
• Lipstick and gloss: 1 year
• Lip and eye pencils: If you sharpen your pencils regularly and they are not crumbly or dry, you will get 1 year to 1.5 years out of them!
• Mascara and liquid eyeliners: Always, always replace every 3 months. If you get an eye infection, throw your mascara and liner away ASAP and replace with a fresh mascara once the infection has completely cleared up.
• Natural cosmetics: Any organic, all-natural, products must be disposed of after 6 months because these cosmetics are preservative free.

Sending Well Wishes Your Way,

Nicole Xo