2006-09-24 16:25:22 · 16 answers · asked by ? 3 in Beauty & Style ➔ Makeup
Foundation : No longer than 6-12 mouths
Blush : 6 months
Eye Shadow : 12-14 months
Mascara : 4 weeks
Eye Pencils/Lip Liner : 6 months
Lipstick : 3 months
2006-09-24 16:34:09 · answer #1 · answered by Blah..... 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It really depends on the type of makeup. Mascara, cream blush or eye shadow, lipstick, and foundation are usually good for 3-6 months. Blush and eye shadow (powder)are good for about a year. The best indicator is to look at the makeup itself. And clumping or funny odor would indicate that it's gone bad. Sometimes you can stretch the length if you keep the makeup in a cool place.
2006-09-24 23:28:41 · answer #2 · answered by lucyfire24 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You may not be able to use eye make-up, such as mascara, eyeliner, and eye shadow for as long as other products. This is because of the risk of eye infection. Some experts recommend replacing mascara three months after purchase. If mascara becomes dry, throw it away. Don't add water or, even worse, saliva to moisten it. That will bring bacteria into the product.
You may also need to watch certain "all natural" products that contain substances taken from plants. These products may be more at risk for bacteria. Since these products contain no preservatives or have non-traditional ones, your risk of infection may be greater.
If you don't store these products as directed, they may expire before the expiration date. For example, cosmetics stored in high heat may go bad faster than the expiration date. On the other hand, products stored the way they should be can be safely used until they expire.
2006-09-24 23:27:59 · answer #3 · answered by Trish 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It depends on the product. For example, toss masacara after 3 months, while foundation can last over a year. Check out the link below for totals.
2006-09-24 23:28:01 · answer #4 · answered by Kayl Q 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
no more than 2 YEARS
2006-09-25 15:27:18 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I was told, BY TYRA, on the tyra show, generally most stuff 3-6 months, like mascara, lip gloss. I think blush and eyeshadow can go a little longer. But basically every 3-6 months.
...I don't do it. lol
2006-09-25 01:00:32 · answer #6 · answered by nickisthesex96 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
i dont keep anything for more than 6 months, mascara and stuff max of 2 months. i also hav a push/squirt thing of water-free hand sanitiser.... just think, you apply makeup with ur brushes and applicators... and your grubby hands! dont wipe germs onto your face!
2006-09-24 23:35:01 · answer #7 · answered by izabella 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
6 months. But who can really throw their make up away after 6 months?
2006-09-25 00:05:09 · answer #8 · answered by Ask me anything! 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Every 6 months you should throw away all of your cosmetics and skin care products. You wouldn't believe what is growing in them.
2006-09-24 23:36:28 · answer #9 · answered by amalia372005 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You should only keep mascara for 3 months. It accumulates bacteria. You should never share your mascara with anyone either.
Others, I guess you just have to use your own judgement.
2006-09-24 23:29:07 · answer #10 · answered by pixles 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋