Beauty is how you feel inside, and it reflects in your eyes. It is not something physical.
Sophia Loren
Saturday, September 25, 2010
Friday, September 10, 2010
Are Your Cosmetics Making You Sick?
You have heard it a million times before...
Wash your hands! This is the best way to avoid the worst of cold and flu season. However, did you know that your make-up could harbor a host of bacteria? I am sure you have heard or read about discarding your mascara after 3 months.
Mascara is very susceptible to infection causing bacteria, so it is important to replace it regularly, even if it has not dried up and you still have a lot left. However, you should also replace other cosmetics regularly. Here is a list with a general time line of shelf life:Wash your hands! This is the best way to avoid the worst of cold and flu season. However, did you know that your make-up could harbor a host of bacteria? I am sure you have heard or read about discarding your mascara after 3 months.
Mascara and other eye makeup: 3 months
Liquid Foundation: 3-6 months
Blush: 6 months
Facial cleansers & moisturizers: 6 months
Lipstick: 1 year
Nail Polish: 2 years
Breakthrough Beauty Secrets - http://www.breakthroughbeautysecrets.com - www.JaniceBird.com - www.interactivebeauty.blogspot.com
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