The best time to throw away cosmetics
You should change your cosmetics every 3 to 24 months. Different cosmetic products have different expiration dates. Try to throw away your liquid makeup such as foundation and concealer after 6 months. After 2 years, buy new powder products like blush, bronzer and highlighter. Replace your lip gloss and lipstick after 2 years and your mascara after 3 months.
Some makeup products don't have expiration dates on them, so you may want to write down when you bought your last products so you remember when to replace them. Most skin care products have a manufacturing and expiration date. If your makeup smells bad or is discolored, throw it away. If you notice a musty smell after opening the lid of your cosmetics, do not use it. Likewise, if you open your product and it changes color or texture, throw it away immediately. Any change in the smell or color of the cosmetics means that the product has gone bad and it is time to throw away the cosmetics. In another article, we have talked in detail about the signs of spoiled cosmetics.Donate unused cosmetics
Donate unused cosmetics to those in need. If you have unopened cosmetics that you no longer want and are no more than 1-2 years old, donate them to those in need. You can coordinate with some centers like welfare centers to see if they accept your help or not. Make sure everything you donate is clean and sealed. If your cosmetics are too old or you've already used them, don't donate them. Since there is no expiration date on some cosmetics, avoid donating if in doubt.
Putting expired cosmetics in a sealed bag
Put the rest of your cosmetics in a sealed bag and then throw it away. If your cosmetics have expired but there is a lot left, put the excess in a plastic bag that can be sealed tightly. Then put the whole bag in the trash. Placing cosmetics in a sealed bag ensures that none of the chemicals can seep into the ground.
Wipe off liquid makeup and then throw it away
The way to dispose of liquid cosmetics is to first wipe it with paper towels and then throw away its empty container. Liquid foundation, concealer, moisturizer and eye cream, or perfume may be left in their bottles, even if they look empty. Use a paper towel to wipe the inside of the containers and the rest of the cosmetics. Then throw the tissue in the trash. Never wash the remaining ingredients in the sink or toilet; Because chemicals enter the water and are dangerous for human health and other living organisms.
Wipe the shadow palettes before throwing them away
Wipe the pallets with baby wipes and then throw them away. Empty eyeshadow palettes and pressed blushes, bronzers, or highlighters may still have material on them, even if they appear empty. Wipe these dishes with baby wipes or wet paper towels to remove the chemicals. You should not wash these products so that the chemicals in them enter the sewage water.
Recycling cosmetic containers
Some major cosmetic companies have programs where you can send your empty cosmetic containers for recycling. Try contacting your company's support and see if they have this program.
Some beauty stores or manufacturing companies have restrictions on what containers they take back and when they take them back. If you are unsure about recycling your containers at your company, call and ask first. Additionally, there are some recycling companies that accept cosmetic containers as well. Before you throw away cosmetics, you can contact some product recycling companies and see if they also recycle cosmetic containers. Put your empty plastic or glass cosmetic containers in the curbside recycling area. If your city offers curbside recycling, eyeshadow palettes and pressed powders can be placed in the recycling bin. Glass perfume or foundation bottles can be placed in the glass recycling bin. First of all, make sure that the containers are clean and free of cosmetics. Most cities have recycling programs that accept plastic, as long as the plastic isn't extremely thin or small. If you're not sure what type of plastic your city's recycling accepts, contact support and check. Note that mascara and lipstick tubes cannot be recycled, even if they are made of plastic.