Maybelline mascara expiry date?

Have you ever found yourself wondering about the expiry date of your beloved Maybelline mascara? Well, fear not my fellow makeup enthusiasts, for I have all the answers to your burning questions!

Introduction

Mascara is a girl’s best friend. Whether you want to achieve long and voluminous lashes or prefer a more natural look, there is no denying that a good mascara can make all the difference. However, like most cosmetics, mascara has an expiry date.

What Is An Expiry Date?

Before we dive into the nitty-gritty of when your favorite tube of mascara will kick the bucket (or dry out), let’s first understand what an expiry date means. An expiry date is when something (in this case makeup) is no longer effective or safe to use. Think of it as a self-destruct button for your beauty products (not really, but kind of).

The Basics Of Mascara Shelf Life

Now let’s talk about how long our favorite tube can last us before having to toss it in the bin.

Unopened Tubes

If you’ve stumbled upon some new mascaras on sale at Sephora and are stocking up on several tubes,(I won’t judge) then unopened onescan last up from 2-3 years(check if they expire before purchasing). This applies if they were kept in normal room temperature conditions(meaning don’t store them in your freezing car during winter).

How About Opened Tubes?

Our cosmetic friends begin their expiration countdown as soon as we expose them to air.
It’s pretty much known that opened mascaras have shorter lifespans since air inside dries up contents faster than usual. So here;

Type Of Mascara Expiration Duration
Regular/Traditional Mascaras 3-6 Months
Waterproof/Smudge Proof 3-4 Months
Natural/Plant-Based Mascaras 2-3 months

Signs Of A Mascara That Has Gone Bad

Now you might think that your mascara is still good to use after a few months have gone by, but trust me when I say this – an expired mascara can cause serious harm. Using it past its time frame can irritate sensitive eyes and even transfer bacteria into the eye itself.
So here are some tell-tale signs to know if our friend has gone bad:

  1. Dried up or flaky texture
  2. Foul smell
  3. Clumpy formula
  4. Change in color(texture)

If one could relate their mascaras with people; we would advise wearing those like relationships; Relying on anything else for too long = She’s probably no longer with us.

Note : If you’re not sure about the consistency or texture of your makeup product, always give it a whiff before applying!

Tips For Extending Your Mascara’s Shelf Life

Although nothing lasts forever (especially true when it comes to Maybelline mascaras), there are ways to prolong your mascara’s lifespan.

1.Store In The Right Place: Between uses keep the tube upright and in a dry place where there is enough ventilation.(It could be kept at usual room temperature as well).

2.Don’t Pump The Wand:Please avoid pumping air inside! It pushes more air into the tube causing contents inside to dry out quicker than they should while clumping bristles together.

Conclusion

All in all, it is highly advisable that we follow cosmetic guidelines when dealing with mascaras or any other beauty products!
Remember folks; No cosmetic key holder will bail us out if exposed content becomes dangerous during usage(even if wasn’t noticeable before application). Play safe and do yourself no danger!
Wishing everyone happy make-up memories!

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