How to Tell If Your Makeup is Expired

by Sarah Ferguson


It's hard to say goodbye to your favorite nail polish or mascara no matter how streaky or flaky they've become, but when a beauty product goes bad, it's not just the quality you have to worry about, it's the bacteria.

Unfortunately, not all products have expiration dates on the packaging, so aside from smell and texture, it can be unclear when to actually throw them out. Above, Sonia Kashuk, makeup artist and founder of her own runaway success line at Target, shares her tips on when to replace your makeup.

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