Make mascaras last longer

Friday July 18, 2008

Mascaras should the disposed of after three months. Bacteria can build up in your mascaras potentially causing styes or pink eye. Styes are an infection of the sebaceous gland at the base of the eyelashes. They seldom produce lasting damage, they are painful. Pink eye causes redness, irritation and watering and potentially a discharge. If you experience any eye infections while using mascaras, throw them away immediately and avoid using makeup until the infection has cleared up.

If you find that your mascaras are clumping up before their three month mark, here are some ideas to try to make your mascaras last longer:

Look for mascaras with thin brushes - less air will get into the tube. Air entering the tube will dry out the liquid.
Avoid pumping the wand of mascaras as this will entrap air in the tube. Gentely twist the wand into the tube.
Remember to remove yesterday's mascaras before applying new coats. By leaving old dried mascara on your eyelashes, you can transfer it back into the tube.
Clean the wands of your mascaras on a regular basis.

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