🔍 1. Check the Ingredients List First

The ingredients list shows what the product is made of.

📌 Important things to know:

• Ingredients are written in descending order

• The first ingredient is the highest amount

• The last ingredient is the lowest amount

❌ If the first ingredients are sugar, oil, or chemicals → not very healthy
✅ If natural ingredients are first → better choice

💡 Tip: Short ingredient list is usually safer.

📅 2. Look at Manufacturing Date & Expiry Date

Always check the dates before buying any product.

📌 You will usually see:

• MFD → Manufacturing Date

• EXP → Expiry Date

• Best Before → Use before this time

❌ Using expired products can cause:

• Skin problems

• Food poisoning

• Bad smell / taste

✅ Always choose products with longer expiry.

⚖️ 3. Check the Quantity / Weight

Labels show how much product you are getting.

You may see:

• g = grams

• kg = kilogram

• ml = milliliter

• L = liter

💡 Tip: Compare price with quantity to know the best value.

Example:
500g for ₹100 may be cheaper than 200g for ₹60.

🧪 4. Understand Nutritional Information (For Food Products)

Food labels show nutrition details.

Common things on label:

• Calories 🔥

• Protein 💪

• Fat 🧈

• Sugar 🍬

• Carbohydrates 🍞

• Salt 🧂

❌ Too much sugar / fat = unhealthy
✅ More protein / fiber = healthier

💡 Tip: Always check sugar and fat first.

⚠️ 5. Check Warnings & Safety Instructions

Some products have warnings for safety.

Examples:

• For external use only

• Keep away from children

• Store in a cool place

• Allergy warning

This is very important for:

• Medicines 💊

• Cosmetics 💄

• Cleaning products 🧴

💡 Tip: Never ignore warning labels.

🌿 6. Look for Certifications & Quality Marks

Some symbols show the product is safe or approved.

Common marks in India:

• FSSAI ✅ (Food safety)

• ISI ✔️ (Quality standard)

• Organic 🌱

• Cruelty Free 🐰

• ISO Certified

These marks mean the product follows rules.

🛒 7. Check the Brand & Manufacturer

Always see:

• Company name

• Customer care number

• Address

Good brands give full information.
Fake products often hide details.

💡 Tip: Avoid products without proper label.

✅ Conclusion

Reading product labels is a simple habit that can protect your health and money.

✔ Check ingredients
✔ Check expiry date
✔ Check nutrition
✔ Check warnings
✔ Check quality marks

Once you learn this, you will always buy better and safer products. 🛍️✨