First, look at the effective date.
1, each powder cake has a brand and batch number, and each one will indicate the production date and shelf life. This method is the most direct way to judge whether the powder cake has expired.
2. The shelf life of the powder cake is generally about five years, so there will be no problem in using it within five years, but this is for the unopened powder cake. If opened, the shelf life of the powder cake will be relatively shortened.
Second, observe the state of the powder cake.
1, smell. If the powder cake has expired, the first thing to change is its smell, which will give off a bad smell.
2. color. Expired powder cakes will also change color due to oxidation, which will aggravate the dullness.
3. texture. The texture of expired powder will change from delicate to rough, and it is not easy to put on makeup.