When you share or borrow beauty products with others, you expose yourself and the others to numerous bacterias and microorganisms that can cause infections and irritation.

Whether it’s your friend or sibling, there are certain beauty products you shouldn’t share or borrow. See list of them below

1. Mascara

The eyes are one of the most delicate parts of the face. Many bacteria can enter the eye and cause infections. One of the common ones is conjunctivitis. The eyelashes act as a barrier that prevents access to these harmful microorganisms in the eye. So, if you share the mascara with another person, you risk getting sick.

2. Brushes and beauty blenders

There are many germs and bacteria that are waiting to get under your skin. Most of the time they are not visible. When multiple people use the same makeup brush or beauty blender on their face or neck, any bacteria can be carried from one person’s skin to another’s skin. This increases the risk of having pimples, blackheads, irritations, allergic reactions and more.  It doesn’t matter how clean your friend’s skin is, if you are prone to acne and blackheads, it isn’t worth the risk.

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3. Eyeliner

The risks of exposing yourself to a bacteria are also high with eyeliner so put it on the list of cosmetics that shouldn’t be borrowed. When you borrow the eyeliner or share it with another person, you transfer the bacteria from your eyes to hers and vice versa. One of the most serious problems you may face is a serious eye infection called keratitis.

4. Nail clipper

When cutting your nails, you expose the nail clipper to the inside part of the nail. In it, there are not only bacteria but also dust and dirt that remain on the nail clipper. This can be transferred to other people. Avoid sharing the nail clipper or nail file with other people to prevent bacterial and fungal infections.

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