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Why No Expiration Date Is Written | The “3-Year” Rule for Cosmetics

Many cosmetics do not have an expiration date written on them. That is because there is a rule saying it does not have to be displayed. The dividing line is the number “3 years.” This is about the difference between products that show it and products that do not.

Why No Expiration Date Is Written | The “3-Year” Rule for Cosmetics

Many cosmetics do not have an expiration date written on them. That is because there is a rule saying it does not have to be displayed. The dividing line is the number “3 years.” This is about the difference between products that show it and products that do not.

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What Do SPF and PA Numbers Measure? | Rules for Sunscreen Labeling

SPF and PA are indicators for different wavelengths of ultraviolet rays. Measurement follows ISO international standards and assumes an application amount of 2 milligrams per square centimeter. This is about where the numbers come from.

What Do SPF and PA Numbers Measure? | Rules for Sunscreen Labeling

SPF and PA are indicators for different wavelengths of ultraviolet rays. Measurement follows ISO international standards and assumes an application amount of 2 milligrams per square centimeter. This is about where the numbers come from.

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Ingredient Lists Are Ordered from Highest Amount to Lowest | How to Read Full Ingredient Labeling

The ingredient names listed on cosmetics packaging follow a rule for their order: from highest amount to lowest. However, ingredients at 1% or less may be listed in any order. Knowing this “however” slightly changes how the ingredient list looks.

Ingredient Lists Are Ordered from Highest Amount to Lowest | How to Read Full Ingredient Labeling

The ingredient names listed on cosmetics packaging follow a rule for their order: from highest amount to lowest. However, ingredients at 1% or less may be listed in any order. Knowing this “however” slightly changes how the ingredient list looks.