Cosmetic products are expensive, and you deserve to get the most out of your beauty items. Luckily, there are smart ways to make cosmetics last longer. Read the best ways to extend the life of beauty products and save your cosmetics today!
Don’t Contaminate Cosmetics
Hands carry a lot of bacteria, and when you use them to touch cosmetic products, you transfer germs into the container. A simple way to minimize contamination is to use clean makeup brushes and pour products onto a makeup plate (or separate container).
For example, one way to keep your nail dip powder sanitary is to separate the powder into smaller containers. When you place your fingers inside the initial nail dip jar, you risk transferring germs and bacteria into the product. Contaminated material is unsanitary and significantly shortens the lifespan of your cosmetics. Therefore, it’s essential to keep items safe from germs.
Place Products in New Containers
As previously mentioned, placing products in new containers minimizes contamination. However, it also prevents products from drying out. If you notice signs of premature drying, transfer cosmetics into new bottles. This extends the item’s lifespan, and you don’t have to worry about flaky product formulas.
Revamp Dried Out Items
Revamping dry items is a smart way to extend the life of beauty products. In particular, mascara and liquid eyeliners tend to dry out quickly. Instead of tossing them away, add eye drops to the tube and revamp the product. Moisture may bring the products back to life and let you use them more before they completely dry out. Sadly, if this technique doesn’t work, it’s time to toss out the old product.
Purchase Small Containers
When you find a “Holy Grail” cosmetic product, it’s easy to purchase the item in bulk. However, this isn’t the best idea. The product may expire before you can use it, leaving you with old cosmetics and wasted money. So always purchase small containers of products to save some bucks and ensure healthy cosmetics. For example, eye creams, face serums, and concealers are items with a specific shelf life. Purchase these products as needed to prevent using expired cosmetics.
Always Use Clean Tools
Whether you apply skin-care products or makeup, always use clean tools. Doing so prevents contaminants from spreading back and forth from the product to your skin. For instance, a top celebrity beauty secret is regularly exfoliating your skin to remove dead cells. When you exfoliate with a brush, you leave dry skin and germs behind. It’s essential to clean the brush to avoid placing bacteria back onto your face.
Dianne Pajo is a writer based out of the Chicagoland area with a passion for music, combat sports, and animals. She enjoys competing in amateur boxing and kickboxing, but in her other leisure time, you can find her performing music around the city. She is also a dog mom of 2.
