Wednesday, August 28, 2013

LOOK YOUNGER WITH MAKEUP




With the right makeup tips, you can easily turn back the clock and look younger!

Moisturize
This is so obvious but it's worth repeating because all the other steps are worthless if you don't do this one first. Before you even think of applying any makeup and with your face still a little damp from cleansing, apply your moisturizer. "The more hydrated your skin, the younger it looks."

Choose Liquid Concealer
As we age there is more to conceal but concealer can draw attention to fine lines. You want a product that hides redness and dark circles without getting cakey, which means a liquid concealer is key, preferably in a pen form. Anything that comes in a pan has a wax base and will look waxy on the skin.  "A click-pen formula covers just as well and doesn't seep into lines."

Buy a Yellow{ish} Foundation
 Not banana yellow, just yellowish. Yellow warms up the skin and the warmer your skin looks, the younger it looks.

Skip Tinted Face Powder
 If you feel naked without powder then use a translucent, light diffusing powder to set your base.

Show Off Your Bone Structure
 Apply your blush to the highest points of your cheekbones. It makes your bone structure stand out.

Tweeze or Wax Your Brows, But Only If You Absolutely Have To
 Tweezing or waxing a lot, won't reshape anything, it'll just make your brows thinner. If you tweeze at all, then only tweeze the most obvious hairs. If you need more shaping, then go to a professional.

Choose a Light Brow Pencil or Shadow
When filling in your brows, use a pencil or shadow that is lighter than your natural brow color {If you are blonde, then choose one shade lighter and if you are brunette, then again use a shade lighter} and fill it in at a 45 degree angle and use light, soft strokes to create a more natural look.

Eyebrow Gel
Using an eyebrow gel is key in keeping your brows looking polished. Brows frame the face and it's important to keep it looking groomed.

Curl your Lashes
 Eyelashes flatten as we age, and it's a good idea to curl the lashes. Even if you skip the mascara, curling your lashes will make your eyes look brighter and larger.

Brown Eyeliner
Wear a deep brown eyeliner. Dark brown has the same impact as black but it looks less drastic and it's more subtle.

Eyeshadow with Some Shimmer
A little shimmer in the eyeshadow is flattering when your getting older, as this brings light to the face. A creamy neutral color like champagne or gold is a great option. Don't forget to apply an eyeshadow primer first or get a crease proof eyeshadow. 

Lengthening Mascara
Lashes get thinner as we age. Heavy mascara formulas flatten lashes, so instead, look for a lengthening mascara {which is lighter on the lashes} with a thin wand so you can easily coat each lash.

Highlighter
Dab a sheer formula onto the cheekbones. This will add a subtle and youthful glow to your face. A champagne highlighter is perfect for light skin and a golden highlighter is great for medium to dark skin tones.

Do you have any makeup tips for a youthful look?

Have a fabulous day and thank you so much for reading, xo!!

30 comments:

  1. Very cool tutorial! I love that your blog seems to have a lot of tutorials, Ive been looking for blogs like that!

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  2. interesting tips, thanks for sharing! i am really horrible with makeup so no tips from me!

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  3. You're amazing!!! Love all of these tips! Great fountain of youth ideas ;]
    I found that the yellowish foundation is BOMB too!!!

    Happy Wednesday... ;]

    XO
    The Parlor Girl

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  4. OMG GREAT TIPS! Thank you so much!

    <3, Charlotte

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  5. If I do only one makeup thing every morning it's to curl my lashes and put on mascara. It helps me look awake!

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  6. Incredible tips! I completely agree with ALL of them. Highlighter is my best friend, as is contouring with blush and bronzer and filling in my brows.

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  7. What great tips! Even at a young age I am looking for anti-aging serums etc to keep my face youthful.

    Followed :)

    Xo, Michelle

    mash-elle.blogspot.com

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  8. Those are really, really great tips, I am trying to do everything to keep my skin as yound as possible even if I am only 21! :)

    callmemaddie.blogspot.com

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  9. I love all of these tips and actually follow them all! A highlighter can be a miracle working in looking fresher, and I'm all about moisturizing a ton and drinking lots of water and green tea!

    ~Jacy
    www.laviedelenore.blogspot.com

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  10. I agree with these tips! Tinted moisturizer is not for the young!

    XO Sahra
    EffortlessCool

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  11. These are great tips! I think I need to get a highlighter, I'm so naive when it comes to beauty products!

    xo, Yi-chia
    Always Maylee

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  12. love the tips. coming from such a beautiful woman <3

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  13. I moisturise a lot. My favourite product is Embryolisse Creme Concentre. Love it.

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  14. Love this! Great post :)
    xx

    www.thestylemma.com

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  15. What an awesome and helpful guide. Thanks for creating this!

    -Jenny, DaisyGem

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  16. Awesome tips!!
    thank you for sharing ;)

    xoxo

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  17. These are all great tips! I am mid-20s and I think some of these are must-do's for any age. Especially curling your eyelashes, every gal looks better with curled eyelashes!

    Lauren
    Style of One's Own

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  18. These are great tips, thanks for sharing these!

    Lauren,
    http://atouchofsoutherngrace.blogspot.com/

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  19. Great tips here, I'm all about curling my lashes :)
    Ginny

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  20. thanks for the great tips
    x
    hanstand.blogspot.ca

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  21. I've still got quite young skin at the moment but it's handy to have these kinds of tips up your sleeve. Thanks for sharing, this is an awesome post :)

    Debra Bros Blog

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  22. What a great tittle for a post, I run to read it!! haha

    http://strawberryleopard.blogspot.pt/

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  23. if i could talk to my younger self, i would make her wear sunscreen!

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  25. Such a lovely tips (: I love this blog post so much! Do you mind if we follow each other ? Do let me know on my blog (: x

    http://birdiethgirl.blogspot.com

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Thank you so much for reading. I love your comments and read each and every one xo.