Many women have their bathroom cabinet filled with various cosmetics. Each of them, of course, for something different. However, many people forget that even cosmetics have an expiration date. And we should be careful about it, because expired ones can have a negative effect on our skin.
Skin and expired products. Is it safe?
Dr. Anthony Youn, a plastic surgeon who is active on social media, decided to share with his followers the dramatic effects that can result from using expired skin care products.
He drew attention to the plight of a woman who had a severe infection after using expired acne remedies and dark spots on her face. The specialist said that after the woman applied the expired product to her skin, she began to feel a burning sensation. So she decided to wash it off with water and make a steam bath to reduce the unpleasant sensation.
Unfortunately, she had already suffered a serious skin burn. The woman waited four days before going to the hospital. There, doctors diagnosed her with a bacterial infection. Fortunately, the whole story has a happy ending.
The woman managed to recover from the infection. However, her case is an important warning for everyone. Dr. Youn emphasizes that you should not use any expired products.
Expired products are not safe
The specialist explained why expired products can cause these types of reactions. He said that when products expire, their chemical composition can change and bacteria can also accumulate in them.
It is worth remembering that one of the greatest risks associated with using expired products is not the loss of their effectiveness, but the irritation caused by spoiled ingredients.
Many experts emphasize that using expired skin care products or makeup, contrary to popular belief, is not safe for our skin.
Expired makeup can clog pores and lead to bacteria growth. It is important to pay attention to the storage time to avoid potential health risks.
It is impossible to clearly assess how the skin will react to expired product ingredients. However, it usually leads to redness or irritation. Bacteria that find their way to the open product packaging will multiply quickly. Later, they can cause acne and various other skin infections – emphasizes the Mayo Clinic.