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.
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 any one, 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 us 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!
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.
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 any one, 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 us 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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