How long is the shelf life of perfume? Can you still use perfume after it expires?

Perfumes generally have a shelf life. The shelf life of perfume after opening is slightly longer than that of ordinary makeup products. So how long is the shelf life of perfume? Can perfume still be used after it expires?

Generally, the shelf life of perfume is about five years, but it depends on how the individual preserves it after opening the bottle. Generally, the shelf life of perfume is calculated from the time the bottle is opened, but the perfume we buy in China may only see an expiration date on the bottle. This is because of the relevant regulations of the domestic cosmetics industry. However, when buying perfume abroad, the bottle will generally be marked with the shelf life after opening the bottle, and some may even have two shelf lives marked. The basic ingredients of perfume are composed of water, alcohol, and essence. Generally, the content of essence is the least. The content of water and alcohol varies from product to product. In terms of the speed of volatilization, alcohol evaporates the fastest. Once the alcohol evaporates, the long-term storage of the perfume will be a big problem. The perfume will oxidize under strong light and temperature changes.

1. It can be sprayed: If the perfume is properly stored, it can still be used even if it is expired. If the perfume is stored in the correct way, the smell will not change significantly even if it is expired, and it will not cause discomfort when in contact with the skin. In this case, the perfume can continue to be used even if it is expired.

2. It is not recommended to spray: If the perfume is not well preserved during the storage process, the smell of the perfume may change. The smell of the sprayed perfume may not smell very good. You can put it in the closet and spray clothes.

1. Perfume becomes fragrance liquid

Drop expired perfume into the aromatherapy lamp, or spray it directly on the lamp tube; you can also drop it on gauze in winter and then place it on the radiator. As the heat spreads, the room will be filled with pleasant fragrance, making the air fresh and sweet, making people feel comfortable.

2. Perfume becomes fragrance

Spray expired perfume on cotton or bamboo charcoal bags that have been used for too long, and then put them in the closet or storage box to prevent insects and mildew, keeping the closet clean and fragrant.

3. Perfume becomes cleaning agent

Drop expired perfume on cotton cloth, and then use this cotton cloth to wipe the original wood furniture with oily stains. The effect is very good. You can also spray perfume on cotton pad, and then wipe the traces left by tape, and it will be clean with one wipe.

There are two correct ways to use perfume, one is smearing and the other is spraying. Spraying is the most common way. Spraying perfume can be divided into two ways, one is to spray directly on the body, and the other is to spray in the air, and then the person passes through the perfume air to get the perfume. You can choose different methods according to your needs.