When Should I Throw Away My Makeup?

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Nail Polish: 1 Year

THE REASON With proper storage, expect polish to last up to one year. "Start examining it after nine months for color fading or separation," says cosmetic chemist Ni'Kita Wilson. "That's when you can tell that it won't go on as smoothly."

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