Strolling inside a beauty store can be both thrilling and overwhelming.
One way to endure the process of elimination is by testing the makeup you want in the store.
Prama Bhatt, Ulta Beauty’s chief digital officer, explained toCNNwhy these changes were significant.
But safety is paramount right now."
However, as COVID restrictions eased, makeup testers made a comeback in 2021.
But does that mean you should use them?
The latter can trigger eye and skin infections.
WCNCreported that a study conducted on makeup testers at various Charlotte, North Carolina, stores had similar results.
E.coli and Methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA) were discovered on the products.
Infectious disease specialist Dr. Arash Poursina explained to WCNC why he believes no one should use makeup testers.
Poursina added, “Why would you pick up a lipstick and use it?
It’s the same thing.”
It would be best to never put dirty fingers in your makeup or have it in a damp place.
Other health issues that can arise from using unsanitary cosmetics or makeup testers include pink eye and herpes.
Experts recommend never trying a product that has to go on your lips or eyelashes.
If you want to swatch a product, use your wrist, hand, or palm.
