Keep in mind that your makeup style needs to evolve and adapt to your changing skin as you age.
If you skip foundation, your skin tone will be uneven.
Use a formula that is heavy enough to smooth out your complexion without becoming cakey.
But not all are created equally for everyone.
Kline explained that understanding coverage is key.
If you want something that will cover imperfections, reach for a medium to fuller coverage foundation."
Over contouring
In recent years, contouring has become one of the top makeup trends.
From the runway to the red carpet and even the grocery store, contouring is everywhere.
It’s easy to understand why contouring is popular.
He broke down how contouring works and explained how it can easily go south.
However, too much definition can actually highlight aging lines that are better left concealed."
Another tip to keep it youthful looking Evin says always blend those contour lines.
Highlighting
Bright, glowing skin equals youthful-looking skin.
But it takes the proper placement of such a glow to make it work in your benefit.
There are certain areas of the face where mature women shouldn’t wear highlighter.
Another area you don’t want to apply it?
“In your smile lines or in the crease of the eye,” she tells us.
“Both tend to emphasize crepey texture.”
So you want to highlight more taut areas, such as the center of the eye or the cheekbones.
And if you are going to highlight, she recommends sticking to a liquid highlighter.
But as you age, your skin produces less oil.
“With dryer skin, powder tends to seep into fine lines,” explains makeup artist Ariel Lewis.
“Try using a setting spray instead!”
She recommends tryingUrban Decay All Night Long-Lasting Makeup Setting Spray.
According Evin, as people get older, they tend to skip over the very essential step of blending.
Forgetting to blend can reveal the dead giveaways of aging, says Evin.
Mature skin needs extra TLC because it gets more and more delicate as you age."
He says you could only achieve this with the right brushes and tools.
“It is important you use the correct tools to ensure you achieve a light coverage.
A common mistake people make is using heavy-duty brushes with thick, tight bristles to apply foundation with.
Evin explained that it’s all because of skin elasticity.
“Eyelids loosen up as you age and the skin around the eyes is the most delicate of all.
This doesn’t equate to a youthful look.
By using a primer, you are making sure that your makeup lasts throughout the day.”
But don’t forget to prime your skin before using primer, Kline reminded.
Concealer mishaps
When it comes to concealer, one size does not fit all.
A concealer perfect for covering spots or blemishes will likely be way too thick for under-eye use.
Use a lightweight formulation for under-eye use, and pick a shade that matches your skin tone.
Apply only to the inner corner of your under-eye area, and gently blend and sweep outwards and downwards.
Avoid shades that are too brown or red, because they can look muddy when applied.
Opt for a cream formulation instead of powder to avoid a flaky finish.
Apply a small amount to the center of your cheekbone and sweep upward and back.
confirm to blend well.
This will give an instant lift to your face along with a youthful glow.
To keep things looking youthful, you want your eyes to appear brighter and more open.
you’re able to do this many different ways.
First, would be to keep the bottom lash liner light.
“Keep gel liner away from the bottom.
Use it only on the top of your lids.”
And she reminds us that it’s O.K.
to have black liner on the top lid and brown liner on the bottom.
Simply blend the brown eyeshadow to from the inner to the outter corner of the bottom lid.
you could even wet the brush for a little more control.
Another tip is to use white liner on the bottom waterline, makeup artist Missy Lowe explains.
“It brightens your eyes and creates a youthful glow.”
This is a perfect option for the no-makeup, makeup look.
“I’m really into the Tightline mascara by It Cosmetics,” she explains.
“It allows you to get right into the roots without clumping, and functions almost as eyeliner.”
So if you are going to wear mascara on the bottom, keep it clean and tight.
These fun shimmer shadows can enhance and draw attention to wrinkles and fine lines in this area.
“The best bet to create a flawless look is to use either matte or satin finish shadows.”
Another way you could incorporate the shimmer without aging yourself is to use fine pearl shadow.
“Choose one that’s light and not too-sparkly,” explains Ilia Beauty founderSasha Plavsic.
So for a more youthful-looking brow, think full and arched.
you could start by filling in with a brow powder.
“Powder can add lost fullness and is quick and easy to learn,” Jeschonek explains.
“They tend to apply too harsh of a line.”
Lewis recommends using Anastasia Beverly Hills Brow Powder Duo.
“It takes a little practice, but it’s magic.”
Lipstick that’s too dark
Our lips become thinner and lose definition as we grow older.
“I line the lips and then I fill in the rest with a tinted gloss.
He explained why it is essential to put on your lipstick flawlessly, or risk showing your flaws.
“As you age, the neater you apply your lipstick, the better.
It hides obvious creases that begin to appear around the mouth.
Evin shared that perfect lips are possible with a multi-step process.
“Use a primer to start off your latest lip look, and finish it off with lip gloss.
The gloss will secure your look and prevent your lipstick from bleeding.”
Wearing bright colors
We know a bright pop of color in your makeup look is fun.
“But for many others it may not be age appropriate.”
And she’s not alone in this opinion.
DC-based makeup artist Ariel Lewis also recommends to stay away from bright colors.
“The days of wearing blue eyeshadow should be behind you.”
Furthermore, there is a fine line between attempting a more youthful look and just looking bad.
It’s best to be the best you without going overboard.”
But Pazos doesn’t think you should forgo all makeup trends.
You just need to incorporate them into your standard look in a subtle way.
“This doesn’t mean you’ve got the option to’t take calculated risks.
Baby steps are always the best bet when trying something new or trendy.”
He believes the most foolproof approach is to keep it classic for the most part.
“Remember being classic is timeless because trends come and go.”
After all, over the years styles change and according to Pazos, you oughta as well.
“If you are stuck in an era not in the 21st century, you’re aging yourself.
Sometimes our own comfort levels can make us appear stuck in an era long gone.
His final tip was that when it comes to beauty, small adjustments can go a long way.
Kline says the number one thing you’re gonna wanna do is use sunscreen.
“Are you not using sunscreen daily?
It’s one of the top reasons why you’re aging your skin.
The sun is the top cause of skin aging.
So, double-check that you’re wearing a daily sunscreen with SPF of at least 30 or higher.”
Less is more
So the general tip to keep makeup from aging you?Less is more.
Keep things light and natural.
And even when you want a splash of a little something extra, keep it at a minimum.
