10 ways to look Younger now
By Melissa Matthews Brown
Missing your youthful glow and
plump lips of years past? Learn how to take years off your look without
heading to the dermatologist. Instead, try the following age-defying
makeup tricks that'll give sagging skin a boost, deflate puffy eyes and
more.
"I have puffy-looking eyes." - The fix: Wear eyeshadow
When lids are swollen they lose
definition. Bring back depth with two shadows: one in a light color (try
gold) and another in a medium shade like bronze. "Swirl both colors
together with a brush before applying to your lids and just beyond the
crease," says Silver. Estée Lauder Double Wear Stay-in-Place ShadowCreme in Antique Gold and Golden Sands, $17.50;
"My skin tone is uneven." - The fix: Wear full-coverage foundation
"An older complexion needs more
coverage, not more product," says celebrity makeup artist Jake Bailey.
Translation: Layering on a sheer formula isn't your best bet. Instead,
Bailey recommends using a small amount of full-coverage liquid
foundation. Since these formulas are denser, they're better at
camouflaging imperfections. Use a foundation brush to apply color down
the center of your face, then gently sweep it outward. Dermablend Smooth Indulgence SPF 20 Foundation, $30;
"How do I lift my droopy cheeks?" - The fix: Put on liquid highlighter
Have you noticed that the supple
skin that once plumped up your cheeks has now headed south for your
jawline? Don't panic, here's the trick: Smile wide and use the tip of
your ring finger (it applies the lightest pressure on delicate aging
skin) to gently tap liquid highlighter along your cheekbones, from just
beyond the apples of your cheeks up toward your temples until you meet
your hairline. "The product contains light-reflecting particles that
draw the eye upward and away from droopy jowls," explains celebrity
makeup artist Laura Geller, owner of Laura Geller Makeup. Benefit Cosmetics High Beam, $26;
"I look tired all the time." - The fix: Wear two shades of eyeliner
"Properly applied liner opens up
your eyes by giving them definition," says Mally Roncal, celebrity
makeup artist and owner of Mally Beauty. She suggests using creamy
formulas since they will glide across lids without tugging at skin,
creating a more seamless line. "Walk" black eyeliner across your top
lashes using tiny back-and-forth motions, starting from the outer corner
of your eye inward. But avoid dark colors on bottom-they'll only
accentuate undereye circles. Instead, use a nude shade to brighten the
area. Mally Beauty Mattewand Eye Brightener, $25; QVC.com. Revlon Luxurious Color Smoky Crayon in Black Smoke, $9.99; at drugstores.
"When I wear lipstick, it bleeds into the lines around my mouth."- The fix: Use lip stain
Nothing screams "I look older"
louder than when your lipstick "feathers" or seeps into tiny lines
surrounding lips. The simple solution is to swap your lipstick for a lip
stain. "These matte formulas are quick-setting and don't bleed like
creamier lipsticks," Bailey explains. If you prefer a shinier finish,
wait for the stain to dry, then apply a moisturizing balm over lips. Laura Mercier Lip Stain, $20;
"I miss my youthful glow." - The fix: Swipe on cream blush
Know this: If you prefer to use
powder blush (or foundation or eyeshadow, for that matter), proceed with
caution. "Powders settle into fine lines, accentuating them," warns
Bailey. Go for creams instead-they won't highlight imperfections and are
more pigmented so you can use less. As for choosing a blush color,
light skin works best with paler shades; darker complexions should go
brighter. Hard Candy Hide & Glow Cheek Duo Cheek Tint in In Love, $6;
"How can I get the most out of my antiaging products?" - The fix: Coat skin with makeup primer
While you sleep, nighttime creams
and serums boost cell turnover to reveal younger-looking skin. But they
can't work if they rub off onto your pillow. Prevent this by applying a
thin layer of primer to your face after you smooth them on. "A
nickel-size amount should do the trick," says Roncal. Laura Geller Spackle Under Makeup Primer, $25;
"My lips are getting thinner." - The fix: Dab on clear gloss
Collagen production slows down with
age, causing lips to lose their fullness. "To combat this, apply clear
gloss to the center of your bottom lip and along the bow of your top
lip," Geller says. The gloss attracts light to the thickest parts of
your lips, plumping them. Elizabeth Arden Crystal Clear Lip Gloss, $14;
"I need an eye lift."- The fix: Curl your lashes and use mascara
"Curling is an important first step
that will really open up your eyes," says celebrity makeup artist
Melissa Silver. Also, since lashes tend to thin out as we age, sweep on a
coat or two of a volumizing black mascara. "These mascaras are
formulated with ingredients that condition and plump," Silver explains. Maybelline New York Falsies by Volum' Express Mascara, $7.77; at drugstores.
"My skin looks washed out."- The fix: Put on lipstick
If nothing else, swipe on lipstick
before heading out the door in the morning. "Adding color to this focal
point on your face instantly warms up your entire complexion," says
Bailey. The best lip color to use? Berry. "It's the most universally
flattering shade-great for every skin tone," he says. CoverGirl Lip Perfection Lip Color in Euphoria, $6.50; at drugstores.
Original article appeared on WomansDay.com.
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