Beauty Trends

By Jessalyn Holsing

Aging isn’t a crime: we all do it, yet aging gracefully is the ultimate dream. Life gets in the way sometimes and even the best of us can’t avoid the aspects of aging that cause makeup to be more difficult to apply. As we get older, makeup application differs from when we were younger—our skin is different and interacts with our makeup differently, and since we can’t really change what’s happening to our skin, we have to adjust our makeup habits to comply instead.

First thing’s first: drop the heavy matte foundation. Matte foundation has fallen off in popularity in recent years making it a good time to ditch it all together. Take up a light cream glossy foundation, and use a good foundation brush or blending sponge for gentle application. It’s tempting to use more in an attempt to camouflage more, but that only causes caking, creases, and shadows in all the wrong places. Next, concealer is imperative, just don’t over-use it. We don’t like shadows and bags under our eyes, so be careful and avoid putting concealer where there’s puffiness. Concealer and highlighter applied to areas of puffiness and raised skin will make that area jut out even more: keep your concealer light (never use dark!) in application and color and only put it in the hollows of your eyes where there may be some slight discoloration. Additionally, cream products are you best friend! Cream blush on the apples of your cheeks applied with a soft brush will create a nicely blended look to give youthful warmth. As well, cream highlighter on your cheekbones, the tip of your nose, just above the Cupid’s bow on your lips, and even on your brow bone will give you that young glimmer and shine—again, don’t over-use it! Just a hint of a glint will do the trick. Don’t forget plush lips: over line your lips just a little bit to give them a soft, pillowy look, and avoid matte lipstick. You’ll look younger with plump, gently glossed lips!

Finally, moisturizing is a must. While there are expensive anti-aging creams out there, don’t shuck your money away unless there’s a product you know really works for you and your skin type. A nice, gentle moisturizer to start off the day should be applied before you even begin to put on any makeup products. And you should also apply moisturizer at night before bed. Youthful looks are all about being well-moisturized, glowing, and full of life. With these tips and tricks, you’ll be able to emphasize your grace and maintain your gorgeous good looks for a long time! n

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