The article delves into the importance of expiration dates and paraben-free labels on skincare products, explaining how symbols like 6M, 12M, and 24M indicate the Period After Opening (PAO), which shows how long a product remains safe to use after being opened. Parabens, often used as preservatives to inhibit bacterial growth, have raised safety concerns, leading to a demand for paraben-free alternatives. Although studies suggest potential health risks linked to parabens, definitive causal re