Can I still use the Anessa sunscreen after it has been opened and expired?

Anessa is a Japanese brand that produces sunscreen. Many people like it. What is the shelf life of opened Anessa sunscreen? Can I still use expired sunscreen?

Speaking of Anessa, this is a brand that many people like very much. Anessa also produces sunscreen. Let’s take a look at the shelf life of opened Anessa sunscreen? Can I still use expired sunscreen?

How long is the shelf life of opened Anessa sunscreen?

Although Anessa sunscreen has a long shelf life, if the sunscreen is opened, the shelf life is generally one year. This is because if Anessa is left open until the second year, its sunscreen ingredients will be oxidized or volatilized and will not have the expected sunscreen effect. Therefore, the sunscreen must be used up within 1 year after opening. Using it up early can ensure the maximum effect of the sunscreen.

Can I still use expired sunscreen?

1. Opened and expired sunscreen cannot be used

If the sunscreen has passed its expiration date and has been opened, do not continue to use it. This is because the effectiveness of the sunscreen contained in opened and expired sunscreen is greatly reduced. It basically does not have the sunscreen effect as stated above. After using it, it will not achieve the expected sun protection effect and you are prone to sunburn. Moreover, the plastic bottles used for packaging will also degrade. Continuing to use them may cause the particles in the plastic to be applied to the skin, which will damage the skin and cause skin sensitivity and dermatitis in some people. Therefore, everyone should switch to the latest products.

2. Can you use unopened and expired sunscreen on your body?

If the sunscreen is expired but has not been opened and the expiration time is not long, you can use it to apply on your body. Because the skin on your body is not as thin as the skin on your face and is not as sensitive, unopened expired sunscreen will not harm your body's skin. But be careful not to apply too much.

The shelf life of Anessa sunscreen after opening is generally one year. Whether this sunscreen can be used after it expires depends on the specific situation.