It is true that I have been reading lots of warning against the dangers of using cosmetic products that are out of their recommended use-by date. But I would say I often forget about it, just as many women out there. This happens mostly because many ladies including me are not even aware these products actually go “bad” or find the small fonts informing them of this too troubling to read, a poll cited by the Daily Mail informs.

Cosmetic products should not be kept around forever: even if they still smell and look the same as when we first bought them, they’re good places for bacteria to grow. Therefore, we must make sure we use them only for as long as their makers say we should and thus avoid complications and even serious problems.

So ladies, we should always remember that eyeshadow and blusher have PAOs of 18 to 24 months. Lipstick or lipgloss has a recommended life of up to one to two years. Mascara has a PAO of four-six months. And, perfume is good for 36 months.