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HeatherVA
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Sun Jan 20, 2008 1:57 pm      Reply with quote
I have a unopened tube of JM Eyelash Conditioner with an exp. date of 1/07 (I misplaced it until now!).

Considering I've never opened it, is it still safe to use? I never had a problem with the earlier (questionable) version of this product, so I'm not worried about that, just the exp. date.

It's expensive, I don't want to throw it out!
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Sun Jan 20, 2008 2:55 pm      Reply with quote
the expiration date only reference.
If product is exposed to sun everyday, it will expire before expiration date.
If you put product in a cool dry place, it will expire after EXP.

So just check the product's condition.
If you think it's still good , you can use it ~~
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Sun Jan 20, 2008 3:27 pm      Reply with quote
It expired a year ago...I personally wouldn't use it, mainly because it's going to be so close to the eye. If it just expired this month (as in 1/08 ) I might be more likely to give it a go, at least just for a short time. It might not be expired "yet" as it hasn't been opened, but once it has been, it might turn rather quickly.

Just my opinion though Smile

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Sun Jan 20, 2008 3:34 pm      Reply with quote
hahaqj wrote:
So just check the product's condition.
If you think it's still good , you can use it ~~


That's what I would have done too.
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Fri Mar 14, 2008 10:22 pm      Reply with quote
Right, check the condition like smell, exceeded oil on top of cream, color, & even possible mold around the opener....
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Sat Mar 15, 2008 5:03 pm      Reply with quote
I'd hesitate since it's expired over a year ago, and it's going to be close to the eyes, so I agree with PT.
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Sat Mar 15, 2008 5:10 pm      Reply with quote
I would check the smell and consistency of it, esp becaue it'll be near your eyes. If you feel like it's off at ALL then don't risk it. You don't want a nasty skin infection that could leave you with permanent scars just to save money on skin stuff. That said, most products will last a few months from when opened no matter when that is. I have used cleansers that were past due by a year and been fine.
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Sun Mar 16, 2008 7:52 am      Reply with quote
I would suggest contacting the company and asking them for their opinion. That stuff is too expensive to throw out unless you absolutely positively have to part with it. It's "liquid gold"!

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Sun Mar 16, 2008 8:51 am      Reply with quote
I personally think that a year after the expiration date is way too long! If you said it was a month past the expiration date, I would say maybe. But, in this case THROW it out, even though it may be a tough thing to do!
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Sun Mar 16, 2008 9:00 am      Reply with quote
So,you go to a grocery store and you need to buy milk.And there is one last carton left that is oooh about a week expired-will you buy it?My guess-no.Now you are talking about something that is going to be near your tear duct and has been expired for a year.You know the answer Laughing
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Sun Mar 16, 2008 11:34 pm      Reply with quote
HeatherVA wrote:
I have a unopened tube of JM Eyelash Conditioner with an exp. date of 1/07 (I misplaced it until now!).

Considering I've never opened it, is it still safe to use? I never had a problem with the earlier (questionable) version of this product, so I'm not worried about that, just the exp. date.

It's expensive, I don't want to throw it out!


Aren't you afraid to take a chance with this product, after all the problems it caused in so many people?

Throwing it away, might translate to the best money you ever wasted. Your eyes are too precious for such a gamble.

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Mon Mar 17, 2008 1:16 am      Reply with quote
A year ago is quite a long time. I sometimes give an extra month or 2 past the exp, if the product still looks, smells, and feels good. But I don't think I would something that is over a yr old on my face, esp near the eyes.
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Mon Mar 17, 2008 5:21 am      Reply with quote
I agree with the majority that a year is too long for a product like this. It's just not worth the risk.

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Mon Mar 17, 2008 6:19 am      Reply with quote
I would use it,I think the worst that can happen is it just wont grow your lashes, you will know in about 3 weeks if it still works
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Mon Mar 17, 2008 7:47 am      Reply with quote
If I were you, I will not use the product. I don't want to take the risk to hurt my skin. Once the skin is hurt, it may take a long time for my skin to recover.
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