Vaseline your pulse points – and melt your mascara! 14 ways to get the most out of your makeup

Wise shopping

Look for items in packages that can be easily opened, such as a cleaner in a wide jar where the product can be completely scooped out, or a tube that can be opened with scissors.

Buy a crescent wrench to extract the last drop of toothpaste and hand cream tubes.

Store like a pro

Think of your beauty products like fresh fruits and vegetables. To keep them in optimal condition, they must be stored correctly. A hot and humid bathroom causes problems such as mold. Instead, you want a dry, dark, well-ventilated area. Dermatologist Dr. Alexis Granite suggests looking at your bathroom at different times of the day. Note where the sun hits it and if the room temperature changes when the shower is on. If a bathroom rather than a bedroom is the only option, a cabinet with a mirror or a toiletry bag is preferable to an open shelf.

Be very careful with assets
Woman placing product in cabinet bathroom.

Niacinamide serums and retinoids are the items you'll be spending the most on, so it's worth getting there pay special attention.Ascorbic acid, AKA vitamin C, is also very sensitive. When exposed to light or air, it can convert to dehydroascorbic acid, making the product less effective.< /p>

Most brands use dark packaging to minimize this risk, but to be safely place them in a cupboard.Although retinol is not as sensitive, it should always be kept in a dark, cool place.When purchasing, look for those that come with a dropper or pump, which reduces the amount of air that can get in. Always replace and tighten the lid after use as well.

Chill out

Dr. Granite says that most things with active ingredients can be stored in the fridge. It's not a must, but it's a bonus. "It's a bit complicated to go from the bathroom to the kitchen to get them, but if you're worried about steam, a fridge will ensure your produce lasts as long as possible," she explains. Also add eye gels, sheet masks, and jade rollers for an extra cooling effect.

Anything oil-based should be kept cool. ambient temperature. Just like a salad dressing, if it gets too cold, the oil will separate and the consistency will change. The same goes for clay-based products.

Pastel-colored mini coolers have become a staple on Instagram and TikTok. But since most British bathrooms don't have a power socket (and who wants another power-sucking device?), try squeezing your stash of beauty products among your condiments instead. /p>

Speaking of condiments, a turntable is great for making sure produce doesn't gather dust in the back of a cupboard. Spice racks and rotating cutlery trays that divide your makeup into...

Vaseline your pulse points – and melt your mascara! 14 ways to get the most out of your makeup
Wise shopping

Look for items in packages that can be easily opened, such as a cleaner in a wide jar where the product can be completely scooped out, or a tube that can be opened with scissors.

Buy a crescent wrench to extract the last drop of toothpaste and hand cream tubes.

Store like a pro

Think of your beauty products like fresh fruits and vegetables. To keep them in optimal condition, they must be stored correctly. A hot and humid bathroom causes problems such as mold. Instead, you want a dry, dark, well-ventilated area. Dermatologist Dr. Alexis Granite suggests looking at your bathroom at different times of the day. Note where the sun hits it and if the room temperature changes when the shower is on. If a bathroom rather than a bedroom is the only option, a cabinet with a mirror or a toiletry bag is preferable to an open shelf.

Be very careful with assets
Woman placing product in cabinet bathroom.

Niacinamide serums and retinoids are the items you'll be spending the most on, so it's worth getting there pay special attention.Ascorbic acid, AKA vitamin C, is also very sensitive. When exposed to light or air, it can convert to dehydroascorbic acid, making the product less effective.< /p>

Most brands use dark packaging to minimize this risk, but to be safely place them in a cupboard.Although retinol is not as sensitive, it should always be kept in a dark, cool place.When purchasing, look for those that come with a dropper or pump, which reduces the amount of air that can get in. Always replace and tighten the lid after use as well.

Chill out

Dr. Granite says that most things with active ingredients can be stored in the fridge. It's not a must, but it's a bonus. "It's a bit complicated to go from the bathroom to the kitchen to get them, but if you're worried about steam, a fridge will ensure your produce lasts as long as possible," she explains. Also add eye gels, sheet masks, and jade rollers for an extra cooling effect.

Anything oil-based should be kept cool. ambient temperature. Just like a salad dressing, if it gets too cold, the oil will separate and the consistency will change. The same goes for clay-based products.

Pastel-colored mini coolers have become a staple on Instagram and TikTok. But since most British bathrooms don't have a power socket (and who wants another power-sucking device?), try squeezing your stash of beauty products among your condiments instead. /p>

Speaking of condiments, a turntable is great for making sure produce doesn't gather dust in the back of a cupboard. Spice racks and rotating cutlery trays that divide your makeup into...

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