Reading Beauty Labels With Confidence

Check what the product is designed to do, how it should be applied, and whether it has warnings or age restrictions. Review the ingredient list if you have a known sensitivity, and look for expiry or period-after-opening guidance. Claims on the front label are not a substitute for the full instructions.

Use products only for their intended purpose, and do not mix treatments unless the directions say it is safe. Keep cosmetics away from children and follow storage instructions. If a label is unclear, contact the manufacturer or ask a pharmacist before using the product.