How to track cosmetic expiration dates
Practical ways to track makeup and skincare expiry and open dates at home — for products you already own.
2026-08-12
Quick answer
Record open dates, save period-after-opening marks when present, and set gentle reminders before products age out of your comfort zone.
Two dates worth tracking
- Printed expiry — when the package shows one
- Open date / PAO — when you break the seal and the jar symbol applies
You do not need a lab notebook. A short list is enough.
A weekly 3-minute habit
- Add anything newly opened
- Mark anything finished
- Glance at reminders for the coming weeks
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