What Exactly Does a Skincare Fridge Do and Do You Need It?

Yusra3

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If you're looking to keep your skincare products fresh, a skincare fridge is the best way to do it. But what exactly does a skincare fridge do? And do you really need one?

A skincare fridge keeps your skin care products at an optimal temperature. This ensures that the active ingredients in your skin care products are preserved and that they don't go bad prematurely or lose their potency. When you store your products at room temperature, they can easily lose some of their effectiveness over time. While many companies claim that their products will last for years, this isn't always true. Some products have expiration dates, while others may be less effective after a few months or even weeks of being opened or exposed to air or light.

The main factors that affect the shelf life of your skincare products include the formulation itself (whether it's oil-based or water-based), the packaging (plastic bottles are often less sturdy than glass), and how well you keep them sealed after opening them (for example, if you use an airtight pump top instead of screwing on caps).
 
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