If you're like me and purchase new makeup all the time, chances are you have drawerfulls of makeup that is either old or you just don't use anymore. It's a waste to throw it out. Consider some of these ideas for what to do with that unwanted lipstick or eyeshadow:
- If the makeup is in good condition and is still useable, see if a friend or coworker might want it. You may also want to consider donating it to a woman's shelter or organization in your area that does career counseling for women to help them get back on their feet.
- Put together a makeup bag for your daughter or granddaughter - it'll be perfect for when they want to play dress-up!
- Reuse makeup for art projects. Eye pencils make great art pencils! Eye shadow and other powers can be used with rubber stamps for crafting. If you have friends who are artists, they may be interested in your old makeup for their own projects!
- Your husband or handyman may be able to use certain pieces of makeup, like eyeliner pencils for construction projects, like marking drywall or lumber.
- See if your local drugstore accepts old makeup for recycling.
If you're like me and purchase new makeup all the time, chances are you have drawerfulls of makeup that is either old or you just don't use anymore. It's a waste to throw it out. Consider some of these ideas for what to do with that unwanted lipstick or eyeshadow:
