Well it is summer time and people are packing for summer vacation pulling out their travel size bottles
to fill with their favorite ACP Shampoos & Conditioners (hint hint). Women are packing their make-up
and water proof mascara preparing for swimming in the ocean. This is the perfect time to clean out and
replace much used items that may be old or expired.......your make-up. Here are some basics on when
to toss your beauty items and how to make them last longer.
Hair Products
Organic shampoos, conditioners, gels, and lotions are only good to keep around for one year, unless
the bottle contains an expiration date. That is industry recommendations.
Most ordinary gels and lotions are able to be kept for two years, if they get hard or begin to crystallize, it
is time to toss them.
To keep all styling products at their best keep the lids on the product, or to use a pump, and always
wipe around the bottle neck or around the lid after each use. Shake mouse, gel, hair spray and lotions
before use.
If your product has discolored or smells bad it is a good inclination that you should throw it out.
Nail Polish
Nail Polish will last for three to six years if kept correctly.
It is best to keep nail polish in the fridge (I know it sounds weird) or in a cool cupboard or closet. Do not
store in an area that gets hot (like the car or garage).
If it is lumpy throw it away. Do not try to thin it out with nail polish remover. That causes the polish to flake
on the nail and remover breaks down the consistency nail polish.
Make-Up
Powdered eye shadow, blush, and face powder lasts forever if stored properly. Keep in a dry place,
and do not get wet.
Mineral make-up will last forever or until date of expiration if stored in a dry area, keep away from
moisture.
Mascara should be tossed out every 7 to 12 weeks ( I recommend every two months). The wand and
around the lid should be wiped with baby wipes or tissue and rubbing alcohol after each use. Do not
share mascara with anyone, this will cause the mascara to become contaminated.
Liquid Foundation lasts for 6 months. Wipe around the lid with tissue.
Liquid Eye Liner and Eye Shadow last for 6 to 8 months. Wipe down wand and around the lid with baby
wipes or tissue and rubbing alcohol after each use.
Clean your sponges after each use and please make sure they are dry before their next use. Replace
sponges once a month. Brushes must also be cleaned as least once a month but don't worry about
replacing those, unless they are loosing bristles or smells bad.
Happy Cleaning!
to fill with their favorite ACP Shampoos & Conditioners (hint hint). Women are packing their make-up
and water proof mascara preparing for swimming in the ocean. This is the perfect time to clean out and
replace much used items that may be old or expired.......your make-up. Here are some basics on when
to toss your beauty items and how to make them last longer.
Hair Products
Organic shampoos, conditioners, gels, and lotions are only good to keep around for one year, unless
the bottle contains an expiration date. That is industry recommendations.
Most ordinary gels and lotions are able to be kept for two years, if they get hard or begin to crystallize, it
is time to toss them.
To keep all styling products at their best keep the lids on the product, or to use a pump, and always
wipe around the bottle neck or around the lid after each use. Shake mouse, gel, hair spray and lotions
before use.
If your product has discolored or smells bad it is a good inclination that you should throw it out.
Nail Polish
Nail Polish will last for three to six years if kept correctly.
It is best to keep nail polish in the fridge (I know it sounds weird) or in a cool cupboard or closet. Do not
store in an area that gets hot (like the car or garage).
If it is lumpy throw it away. Do not try to thin it out with nail polish remover. That causes the polish to flake
on the nail and remover breaks down the consistency nail polish.
Make-Up
Powdered eye shadow, blush, and face powder lasts forever if stored properly. Keep in a dry place,
and do not get wet.
Mineral make-up will last forever or until date of expiration if stored in a dry area, keep away from
moisture.
Mascara should be tossed out every 7 to 12 weeks ( I recommend every two months). The wand and
around the lid should be wiped with baby wipes or tissue and rubbing alcohol after each use. Do not
share mascara with anyone, this will cause the mascara to become contaminated.
Liquid Foundation lasts for 6 months. Wipe around the lid with tissue.
Liquid Eye Liner and Eye Shadow last for 6 to 8 months. Wipe down wand and around the lid with baby
wipes or tissue and rubbing alcohol after each use.
Clean your sponges after each use and please make sure they are dry before their next use. Replace
sponges once a month. Brushes must also be cleaned as least once a month but don't worry about
replacing those, unless they are loosing bristles or smells bad.
Happy Cleaning!
| Matters of Make-Up |
by Sara T
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