Should we be throwing away our beauty products if we've been exposed to coronavirus? We asked the experts:
have reported activity anywhere from two hours to nine days depending on the surface. All of the experts we spoke with recommended proceeding with your regularly scheduled beauty regimen cautiously, as the exact longevity of SARS-CoV-2 has not been tested in beauty products. Dr. Rasmussen offered straightforward guidance: if you contract the coronavirus, avoid using any products, and definitely avoid sharing yours with other people.
As far as disinfecting products you already have at home, the CDC’s cleaning recommendations apply to the outer packaging but after the product inside is potentially contaminated, Dr. Hu reassured us that any product at risk can become safe again if left untouched for several days. The virus won’t remain viable in all ingredients, Dr. Rasmussen added. Detergents and products with high alcohol content, like cleansers and toners, render the virus inactive.
“Wash makeup brushes and sponges regularly. Do not double-dip applicators into makeup after it has touched your skin,” dermatologist Dr. Joshua Zeichner, MD, suggests. Also, wiping down your makeup bag and any products that were used outside your home, like lip gloss and mascara is a good idea. Venturing out for beauty services also adds a new layer of risk. While most medical equipment in a dermatologist’s office is sterile, that’s not always the case for spas and salons. If you’re visiting your hairstylist, dermatopathologistrecommends calling in before your visit to gain insight into the precautions they’re taking to safeguard your health. At the very least, salons should be sanitizing hard surfaces, laundering capes after every use, and ensuring staff washes their hands regularly.
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