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Whether you wear makeup at work or only for special occasions, it’s important to know that wearing makeup for a long time can have a negative effect on your skin. It’s important to know how long you can keep your makeup on without harming it. Today, on International Makeup Day on September 10, find out how long you can keep your makeup on without harming your skin and learn simple tips to maintain healthy, glowing skin.
“Many people incorporate makeup into their daily routine, but it’s important to know how long you can wear it without putting your skin at risk. If you wear makeup every day, such as foundation and concealer, it’s generally fine to wear it for 8 to 12 hours, but make sure to remove it completely before going to bed so your skin can breathe,” explains Dr. Madhu Chopra, MBBS, DORL, cosmetologist, managing director, Studio Aesthetic, Mumbai.
How long can you wear heavy makeup?
Dr Chopra says, “Ideally, you should only wear heavy makeup for a maximum of 6-8 hours at a time, such as for big events. Wearing too much makeup for long periods of time can suffocate the skin, increasing the risk of irritation and allergies as well as acne and dullness.”
What happens when you wear it for too long?
Dr Vidushi Jain, dermatologist and medical head, Dermalinks (Noida and Ghaziabad) shares the long-term risks of makeup:
• Clogged pores, leading to acne
• Skin irritation and allergies
• Dryness, which usually causes premature aging, especially for mature skin
• Worsening of any skin problems you already have, such as eczema or rosacea.
“Excessive use of cosmetics can lead to a variety of risks, including infections, dryness, acne, and even premature aging from pollutants getting trapped in the skin. Always prioritize good cleansing, double cleansing if needed, and use high-quality, skin-type-friendly products to minimize these risks,” says Dr. Chopra.
How to protect your skin:
Dr Trishna Gupte, founder and owner of Cosmo-Square Clinic and ISCA Institute, says that since every skin type is different, it is important that you don’t use a product just because it works for someone else. “Identify your skin type and choose products that work for it, avoiding products that may irritate it,” she says.
Elaborating further, she says, “Always read product labels for any allergies, and do a patch test with a tester if you’re not sure. No matter what type of skin you have, you should always apply a moisturizer; even oily skin can benefit from having a healthy protective layer to prevent issues like flaky skin, redness, and dryness. Using sunscreen is a must to protect your skin from UV rays and premature ageing. If applying sunscreen bothers you, choose moisturizers and cosmetics that have integrated sun protection.”
Dr. Chopra recommends that using a good primer, using a lightweight formula whenever possible, and then thoroughly cleansing your skin to protect it, is the best way to keep skin healthy.
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