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Health risks of expired cosmetic products

Overview

Health experts and regulatory bodies have highlighted the risks associated with using expired cosmetics, noting that products can become breeding grounds for bacteria as preservatives lose effectiveness. Potential health consequences include skin irritation, redness, stinging, and contact dermatitis, with individuals possessing sensitive skin or conditions like eczema facing higher risks.

Warning signs of deterioration include changes in aroma, such as rancid smells, as well as changes in texture like clumping or separation, and color shifts. To manage safety, European Regulation (EC) 1223/2009 requires manufacturers to provide expiration guidance, including minimum shelf life for unopened items and the Period After Opening (PAO) symbol, which indicates how many months a product remains safe after its initial use.

Entities

Ministry of Health · Istituto Superiore di Sanità · Mayo Clinic

Timeline

  1. [HEALTH] 2 sources
    Cosmetic safety: risks of using expired makeup

    Using expired makeup can cause infections and dermatitis. Consumers should monitor the PAO (Period After Opening) symbol and discard products showing changes in smell, color, or texture.

  2. [HEALTH] 3 sources
    Risks and signs of using expired makeup

    Expired makeup can harbor bacteria and cause skin irritation, redness, or contact dermatitis. Signs of expiration include changes in smell, texture, or color.

Sources

antaranews.com · clovermedia.jp · grazia.it · leitv.it · medcom.id