Overall, health problems due to makeup are rare, but they do occur. The company said the bacteria may have come from contaminated water used during manufacture in New York City. Fortunately, most of the mascara was recalled before it was sold. Keep makeup out of the sunlight to avoid destroying the preservatives. Throw away any makeup if the color changes or an odor develops.
Preservatives can degrade over time and lose their power to halt growth of bacteria.
The most common cosmetic-related injuries are scratches of the eyes with a mascara wand. To play it safe, never try to apply mascara while driving or when in a moving vehicle. Lastly, remove your makeup before you go to sleep. To reduce the risk of other infections, make a habit of washing your hands before applying makeup. Discuss makeup manners and matters on the Boards.