Cosmetics Expiration Dates and Storage Methods

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Just as eating food past its expiration date can cause stomach problems, using cosmetics past their expiration dates can irritate your skin. You should check whether the cosmetics you are currently using have expired and how much time is left before they do.

Frequently used skin & toner

Skin and toner are products applied immediately after washing your face. Their shelf life before opening is 3 years, but once opened, it shortens to about 1 year. After opening, they should be stored in a cool place away from direct sunlight to prevent the contents from spoiling. Also, if you have stored them in the refrigerator once, you should continue refrigerating them.

Essence & serum that can easily spoil

Essence and serum are functional products that can provide nourishment to the skin on the face. Since they spoil easily, their shelf life after opening is very short. Their shelf life before opening is about 2 years, and after opening it becomes very short at about 6 months.

Cream that helps regulate oil and moisture in the skin

Creams, which are responsible for balancing oil and moisture, can spoil differently depending on the temperature, so they must be stored at an appropriate temperature. Creams with a high oil content should be kept away from high temperatures, and eye creams should be kept away from very low temperatures. The shelf life of cream is about 3 years before opening, and about 6 months after opening due to the risk of spoilage and the difficulty of storage.

Makeup base & foundation that help even out skin tone

Foundation and makeup base are not particularly difficult products to store, so generally their shelf life is about 3 years before opening and about 1 year after opening. Store them in a cool place close to room temperature.

Please carefully check the cosmetic storage methods and expiration dates explained by Imiseok Theme Dermatology Clinic at Sinsa Station, and make an effort to use only healthier and fresher products on your skin!