How to Care for Your Bella Vida Skincare & Accessories

Good care keeps luxury products working their best. These simple habits protect potency, extend shelf life and keep packaging beautiful — whether you use Cocomero Hyaluronic Acid Serum, Brighten Vitamin C Cream, Calm and Restore Cream or a BV Large Leather Cosmetic Bag.

General rules for all products

• Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight and humidity. Avoid leaving products in the bathroom where heat and steam accelerate breakdown.
• Keep lids and caps closed tightly. Air and moisture are the main causes of product degradation.
• Use clean hands or a spatula to remove creams and balms — never scoop with wet fingers. This prevents contamination and maintains formulation integrity.
• Check each product’s label for its expiration date or the PAO (period-after-opening) symbol and follow those instructions.

Serums and actives (Hyaluronic acids, peptides, niacinamide, vitamin C)

• Apply serums to clean, dry skin and follow with moisturizer or sunscreen. Active ingredients are most effective on a clean base.
• Store potent actives out of direct light and heat to slow oxidation. If a serum changes color or develops a strong odor, discontinue use and contact us.
• Always replace droppers and pumps promptly if they become clogged or contaminated.

Cleansers and oil-to-milk formulas

• Rinse dispensers and pump nozzles periodically to remove product build-up. Wipe the bottle neck with a clean tissue after each use.
• Because oil cleansers can separate slightly over time, gently roll the bottle between your palms to re-emulsify before dispensing.

Sunscreens

• Sunscreen performance can degrade with prolonged heat exposure. Keep bottles out of direct sun and avoid storing them in hot cars.
• Shake tinted or mineral sunscreens briefly before use if the formula settles.

Makeup sticks and color-correcting products

• Retract sticks fully before storing and keep caps snapped on to prevent drying out. If texture becomes crumbly or changes smell, replace the product.
• Clean flat applicators or brushes after each use that touches the stick to avoid transferring oils back into the product.

Lash & brow serums

• Wipe the applicator with a clean tissue if excess product accumulates. Avoid pumping the applicator — this introduces air into the bottle.
• Do not apply to irritated or infected skin. If you experience persistent irritation, stop use and consult a clinician.

Leather and accessories (BV Large Leather Cosmetic Bag or Clutch)

• Keep leather items dry. Wipe spills immediately with a soft, slightly damp cloth and let air dry naturally.
• Store leather products stuffed with tissue or a soft cloth to maintain shape. Use a leather conditioner sparingly when the leather looks dry.
• Avoid placing leather in prolonged direct sunlight to prevent fading.

Tools and applicators

• Clean brushes and spatulas weekly with a gentle cleanser, rinse thoroughly and air dry lying flat. This prevents bacteria and extends brush life.
• Replace tools when bristles become splayed or when wooden handles splinter.

Signs it’s time to replace a product

• Strong change in color, smell or texture.
• Irritation or unexpected reactions after previously tolerated use.
• Visible contamination in jars or applicators.

Follow these simple steps and your Bella Vida products will perform longer and look better. If you have a question about a specific item — from Calm Plum Mineral Sunscreen SPF 30+ to Cocomero Hyaluronic Acid Serum — reply here and we’ll advise for that product.