How to determine the authenticity of perfumes by barcode and batch code?

What is a batch code and why is it needed?

This is a code consisting of letters and numbers that is placed on the packaging of cosmetic and perfume products. The batch code carries important information for the buyer.

1. Firstly, you can find out the production date of the product using the batch code.
2. Secondly, the batch code makes it possible to estimate the expiration date.
3. Thirdly, the batch code helps to verify the originality of the product.

Do not confuse a batch code with a barcode. The differences between a batch and a barcode are the following features:

• The barcode consists of 8 or 13 digits and contains the following data: the prefix of the national organization, the registration number of the product manufacturer, the product code and the control number.
• Using the batch code, you can only find out the release date.

Not all perfume manufacturers use batch codes. For example, the wonderful Montale has its own code, the so-called check code, the application of which is not mandatory for all batches of perfume from this brand.

Arabic brands Rasasi, Afnan Perfumes, Al Haramain and others do not have batch codes. Arab manufacturers do not encrypt data, but write it directly on the packaging.

But if we are talking about popular luxury brands, then such companies actively use a coding system on perfume and cosmetic products. There are no generally accepted coding standards, so each manufacturer itself comes up with a formula that can be used to decipher the batch code.

Risk of using expired products

If a person continues to use stale perfume, then this is fraught with consequences for him. Often, buyers regret the amount spent and do not want to throw away their favorite bottle. If you use a damaged product, complications may arise. Allergic reactions begin, not only in those who wear this eau de toilette, but also in those around them. This often happens to older people who accumulated many packages many years ago and stored them for decades.

If you already know how to check the shelf life of perfumes and eau de toilette after opening, then to prevent the product from deteriorating, you should not allow the main preservative, alcohol, to evaporate. Without it, the components are no longer disinfected and begin to deteriorate. As a result, fungi or bacteria grow in the liquid. Using such perfume can lead to hives, respiratory tract irritation, fungal diseases, headaches and even asthma.

Where is the batch code located?

Most often, manufacturers choose a location next to the barcode. In order to check the batch code, it is not necessary to open the toilet water. On the bottom of the package there is a set of numbers and letters - this is what you need for testing.

The batch is applied to the packaging by embossing or dot-printed.

Another sign of the originality of the perfume, or rather a sign of its factory production, is the coincidence of the batches on the bottle and on the box. If the batches do not match, we can judge the clandestine production of this product.

What are the external signs to tell if a perfume is expired?

There are several factors that clearly indicate that the perfume is unsuitable for further use:

• a sediment appears at the bottom of the bottle (most often it is brown or yellowish);
• there is a change in the color of the liquid, and sometimes it becomes cloudy;
• perfume or eau de toilette develops an unpleasant rancid odor resulting from a chemical reaction of the main components of the perfume;
• the contents of the bottle began to thicken or lost their homogeneity.

How to check the batch code of a perfume?

There are several ways to check a perfume using its batch code:

1. Request information from the seller. An honest, interested seller will always answer the buyer's questions.
2. Request information from the manufacturer. In this case, you can use the feedback form on the official website of the brand.
3. Use online check.

Where to check the batch code of a perfume online. Reliable verification services

There are many sites with cosmetic calculators. On any of these sites you will find text warning users that all information is for informational purposes only and may contain errors. Thus, they absolve themselves of responsibility for false information. And this is understandable. As we said earlier, each brand comes up with its own decoding formula. These formulas are subject to change. In addition, batch codes are updated every 10 years. Due to these constant changes, calculators may produce errors if data is not updated in a timely manner. And keeping data always up to date is not easy.

The operating algorithm of such services is approximately the same. You need to select a brand from the list, then enter the batch code itself and press “enter”.

https://makeup-review.com.ua/decoder.php is one of the highest quality Russian-language calculators.

https://checkcosmetic.net/ – located in the upper corner of the page. The calculator itself works better in the mobile version. However, even the search results may depend on whether you are viewing it on a mobile device or on a PC

https://www.checkfresh.com/ is an English-language service with a simple and intuitive interface.

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What is the expiration date of perfume?

Many perfume lovers are interested in whether perfumes have an expiration date. There is a recommended lifespan of the fragrance, which is 5 years. This applies to the opened bottle! The scent may change more quickly if air gets inside the bottle. Closed vials that have not been exposed to sunlight last much longer.

Today you can find limited edition and vintage eau de toilettes on sale that were created 10-20 years ago. Their cost can be very high. When buying such eau de toilette, you need to read reviews on the Internet and find out in what conditions the vintage was stored. That is, the period recommended by the manufacturer is conditional, but in order to make sure that the perfume can be used after the expiration date, you need to carefully examine the bottle. The contents should not be cloudy or have sediment.

And we remind you: if you have any doubts and find it difficult to choose perfumes, then contact our consultants - they will be happy to help you!

Our store sells only original perfumes without any copies or replicas. We do not conduct total sales for 10% of the real cost, because quality, as we know, cannot be free.

If you have any questions related to the batch code or barcode, ask them in the comments, we will definitely try to answer!

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Rules for storing already opened perfumes

Storing perfumes is very similar to the rules for storing elite, expensive wines. Wine drinks are stored in the cellar inside hermetically sealed glass bottles. For a long time, the wine remains in a constant state of rest, no one shakes it. It is advisable to store perfumes under constant environmental conditions; they do not like sudden changes in temperature and excessive dampness.

Many women display their perfumery delights on the dressing table in the most visible place. But this is the most important mistake; it is in the light that the aromatic components disappear much faster and the product loses its properties.

To properly store perfumes, the following conditions must be met:

1. It is recommended that the bottle remain at rest for as long as possible, so it is important to secure it. Do not carry it in your purse or place it in a dresser drawer where it will be constantly in motion.
2. The humidity in the storage area should be up to 70 percent and it is advisable to avoid sudden changes.
3. Be sure to adhere to the temperature regime, information about which is necessarily contained on the packaging. The optimal temperature for storing perfume is from +20 to +25 degrees.
4. It is advisable to store perfume in the manufacturer's box, make sure it is closed tightly and keep it away from direct sunlight. Otherwise, alcohol, the main component, will undergo rapid evaporation.
5. It is not recommended to display perfume in the bathroom.
6. It is necessary to ensure that particles of foreign materials do not get inside. Therefore, when using a perfume bottle without a sprayer, it is not recommended to bring the neck of the bottle close to the skin or clothing. Otherwise, trapped particles of epidermis or fabric fibers may react with the ingredients of the fragrant liquid.
7. Under no circumstances should you put perfume in the refrigerator; it will deteriorate when exposed to low temperatures.
8. If some of your favorite scent spills, there is no need to try to put it back together.

Women who like to display bottles of their favorite scents in a prominent place are advised to use them before the expiration date. And if it’s difficult to give up the habit of displaying beautiful bottles in plain sight, then the best option is to use universal fragrances that can be applied every day and that simply will not sit for years and not be used.

How to check the authenticity of perfumes and eau de toilette

To determine the authenticity of eau de toilette, you should not rely only on a batch or barcode. As we wrote above, some brands do not put a batch code on their perfume at all, and barcodes are quite easy to fake. To determine originality, you need to use the entire arsenal of possible tools:

1. Check the cellophane packaging (if you have a tester, there should be no cellophane). The quality of mica most often reveals a fake, so we recommend that you start checking with it.
2. Barcode. We have described ways to check barcodes above.
3. Evaluate the quality of the cardboard inside the box. In original perfumes, the quality is always at a high factory level.
4. Pay attention to the country of origin.
5. Read the information on the packaging carefully. Forgeries are characterized by: grammatical errors, missing letters, abrasions, uneven font, etc.
6. Price. If you see the phrases “Store closing”, “Total sale”, “90% discount”, etc., then most likely you are faced with non-original perfumes.

Timing and types

Each product has a shelf life before and after opening. Although the composition of the main components is similar - aromatic concentrate, alcohol, water - they are distinguished according to their ratio:

1. Eau de Toilette. The lightest type, contains about 10% aromatic component. Pronounced top and middle notes, practically no sillage, can be used several times a day. Storage for a new one is 4 years, for an opened one – 2.
2. Eau de parfum. Contains up to 20% aromatic ingredients, has a weak sillage, and retains a pronounced scent for up to 7 hours. Great for daytime use. A closed bouquet will fully preserve the bouquet for 3 years, and an opened one – 18 months.
3. Perfume. The most persistent type of perfume: the number of fragrant components reaches a third of the composition. They have a strong sillage, and the smell intensifies when exposed to high temperatures, so it is not recommended to use them in hot weather. Factory packaging of perfume (regular or oil) will maintain its properties for 2 years, after opening - 10 months.
4. Cologne has the lowest concentration of aroma: 3–8%, so the smell disappears quickly. The shelf life of a new, opened men's perfume is 60 and 24 months, respectively.
5. Antiperspirant deodorant. Personal care product contains about 10% fragrance ingredients. Balloon and liquid variations are possible. Provides protection against sweat odor. Retains its qualities in the original packaging and without it for 24 and 12 months, respectively.

IMPORTANT! The indicated periods are conditional and are individual.

Manufacturers set them based on their composition. The main preservative is alcohol. The higher the concentration, the longer the liquid can be stored. Therefore, cologne remains good for the longest time - the percentage of alcohol is very high.

Natural components – essential oils – also deteriorate quickly. After opening the package, they instantly oxidize under the influence of oxygen, and their molecular bonds change. Over time, they become bitter, the aroma becomes less pronounced, and the bouquet may change.

Perfumes are shelf-stable, so the process of changing properties takes years. In addition, bottles equipped with dispensers provide a high level of tightness, minimizing the effects of the external environment.

How to determine the production date using a barcode

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More detailed information can be obtained on the website: www.ean.ru Important! There is a misconception that, in accordance with international standards, the product packaging must have an EAN-13 bar code. This is not true. The EAN coding system is optional and voluntary by its status.

The presence of a bar code on a product can be checked and requested from the manufacturer by the supplier or wholesale (retail) trade enterprise, but references to legal documents and standards in this case are illegal. There are no regulations requiring you to join the National EAN Organization or apply bar codes to your packaging.

In order to correctly use the EAN barcode, you need to understand what elements it consists of, what types of codes exist, and when and how they should be used. Each country may have its own code structure.

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A bar code is information encoded in a graphic form that is easy to read by technical means. The light stripe is called a space, and the dark stripe is called a stroke.

There are various ways to encode information, called barcodes or symbologies. There are linear (one-dimensional) and two-dimensional symbols.

Currently, there are several dozen encodings. The most common linear encodings are: EAN, UPC, Code39, Code 128, Codabar, Interleaved 2 of 5.

Two-dimensional symbologies are designed to encode large amounts of information (up to several pages of text). Two-dimensional encodings are read using a special two-dimensional code scanner and allow you to quickly and accurately enter a large amount of information.

Deciphering such a code is carried out in two dimensions - horizontally and vertically.