You use certain bathroom products every day, but how long should
you continue to use the same item before you replace it?
MOLLY MAID provides these guidelines for expiry dates of
household products you often use in the bathroom. Of course, you
should always look for the manufacturers' guidelines as well.
Toothbrushes
- Expiry Date: 3 months
- The Canadian Dental
Association recommends tossing your toothbrush every three
months - to avoid a build-up of bacteria and because of wear.
Makeup
- Mascara Expiry Date: 3 months
- Powders, lipsticks, eye pencils Expiry
Date: 6 months
- Makeup is exposed to bacteria on your face, and that's why you
want to follow these guidelines to limit the accumulation of
germs. If makeup hasn't been opened it has a shelf life of
about two years if stored in a dry, cool place.
Razors
- Expiry Date: As soon as dullness appears (usually after
10-15 uses)
- If your razor is dull you will experience pulling and
irritation when shaving. This can cause cuts and 'razor burn'
on your skin and that can feel quite uncomfortable. The
quality of razor used can help improve its lifetime.
Check back in the coming weeks to learn about the expiry
guidelines for
kitchen items and
bedroom items.