Can I still use my facial cleanser if it's expired? Under what circumstances should I replace my facial cleanser?

Nowadays, more and more people are accustomed to using face wash puffs instead of towels to wash their faces. Face wash puffs are softer than towels, and it is more convenient to control wetness and dryness when using them. However, facial cleansing puffs also have a shelf life. Can they still be used if they are expired?

Can I still use my facial cleanser if it's expired?

Cannot be used. The shelf life of a facial cleansing puff should not exceed 15 days. If it is more than 15 days old, it cannot be used to wash your face as it can easily breed a large number of bacteria. Using this expired facial cleanser for a long time will not only fail to clean the skin, but will also aggravate the problem of skin dirt. Coupled with the influence of bacteria, the skin will be more prone to acne and redness. Replacing your facial cleansing puff in time can prevent bacterial growth and provide better skin care.

When should you replace your facial cleanser?

It is generally recommended to replace the facial cleansing puff every 10 to 15 days. Of course, this is just an approximate time, and it depends on the specific situation. If the following situations occur, you can replace it with a new one, such as the elasticity of the face cleansing puff is significantly reduced and the water absorption capacity is insufficient; the face cleansing puff is broken or broken; the face cleansing puff has an odor.

Correct maintenance and storage of facial cleansing puff

1. Be sure to clean your face cleansing puff regularly, because after washing your face, there will be residual dirt left in the small holes, which can easily be brought to your face when you wash next time if you don't clean it. Generally speaking, it is best to wash it once every 5-7 days. After washing, place it in a dry and ventilated place to dry to prevent bacteria from growing.

2. After using the facial cleansing puff each time, in order to prevent the breeding of bacteria on the facial cleansing puff, place the facial cleansing puff in the sun or in a dry and ventilated place to dry it to keep the facial cleansing puff clean so as not to affect the normal use next time. For example, placing it on a balcony or near a window and exposing it to sunlight as much as possible can help reduce and eliminate bacteria. It is not suitable to store face wash sponges in the bathroom or on the washbasin because the environment of the bathroom and washbasin is usually humid and easy to breed bacteria.

How to clean the face wash puff

1. Soak the facial cleanser with clean water and wring it out to keep it moist.

2. Pour makeup remover or facial cleanser into the center of the facial cleansing puff, and rub it gently with the thumbs of both hands to produce foam on the facial cleansing puff. Proceed from the center to the surrounding areas in the opposite direction, making sure to rub the sides and dead corners of the facial cleansing puff as well.

3. After rubbing for 2-3 minutes, rinse the facial cleanser with plenty of clean water until there is no foam.

4. After squeezing the facial cleanser until no water drips, wrap it in a clean paper towel and store it in a dry and ventilated place.

What can I do with my expired facial cleanser?

It is definitely not advisable to wash your face with an expired facial cleanser, but it still has other uses. The material of the face wash puff is soft enough to be used to clean more valuable items without worrying about scratching them, such as leather bags, leather shoes, leather goods, etc. In addition, after cleaning the expired facial cleanser, it is very good to use it to wipe tables and furniture. Simply put, it can be used as a rag.