Original Article by US Food & Drug Administration, cited below.

SUMMARY BY SIMPLY THE BASICS

FDA provides context on what is cosmetic “shelf life” and notes how some products are not mandated to share this information with consumers.

However the article does go into some details around what to look for and what will affect shelf life, like being exposed to moisture and growing mold, or ensuring products are stored properly and not left in the sun or a hot car.

Learn more to ensure you are safely storing and handling your hygiene products for clients.

Center for Food Safety and Applied Nutrition. “Shelf Life and Expiration Dating of Cosmetics.” U.S. Food and Drug Administration, FDA, https://www.fda.gov/cosmetics/cosmetics-labeling/shelf-life-and-expiration-dating-cosmetics.