BEAUTY DETOX

It’s time to take stock of your makeup bag — use our detox guide to help keep your collection fresh

IF you rang in the New Year with a few slicks of your favourite mascara that may be more than three months’ old, you might want to think about a little beauty detox for your makeup collection. Most women can easily hold onto makeup products for years, but, unlike food or medicine, there aren’t any glaring expiry dates on these purchases — so it’s essential to keep a close eye on how they look smell, and how long you have been using them. Storage also plays a role in the shelf life of your products as exposure to heat, humidity and even ambient air can cause formulas to degrade faster. Avoid storing makeup products in your bathroom; rather keep them in a cool, dry bedroom cupboard.