We live in a society where aging is seen as something scary. But in truth, it’s the negative stereotypes associated with old age that influence our perception of aging. Everyone, but especially women, considers aging as something terrible. For women aging represents being less worthy, important, and beautiful.
But getting older doesn’t mean that you can’t look beautiful. Your age shouldn’t be an obstacle to you feeling beautiful, especially now with so many beauty treatments and makeup tricks available.
We’ve been on a mission to uncover the secrets to flawless makeup for those over 50, as our beauty needs evolve along with our skin over the years. Here are the top tips we’ve gathered to help you perfect your makeup at any age.
Start with the moisturizer
Applying moisturizer before makeup is an important step regardless of your age. Every woman should begin her makeup routine with a good moisturizer.
The moisturizer job is twofold. To hydrate your skin underneath the makeup and in that way make it less dull and cakey. And also smooth out your skin surface so that your makeup can go on evenly and stay on longer.
Next up is a primer
After moisturizing, it’s time to put a bit of primer on. Adding a thin layer of primer will help you get that flawless look you’re striving for.
The primer will create a smooth base, it will smooth out your wrinkles and fine lines and in that way help your makeup stay on longer.
It’s good to know that there is a primer for every type of skin, so choosing carefully can give you the best results. Similarly, there are primers for eyelids and lips that can keep your eyeshadow from crashing and lipstick from bleeding.
Choose the foundation for mature skin
Once your skin is moisturized and primed, you can start applying foundation. When choosing a foundation, make sure you opt for lightweight foundations that will give you that natural look. Also, make sure you choose the right foundation for mature skin.
The foundation for mature skin is different because it doesn’t set into wrinkles and fine lines or doesn’t cover spots you want it to cover.
Then apply foundation with a good sponge blender or a brush. Whichever works better for you. Always start applying your foundation at the center of your face and blend it outward towards your jawline.
Apply concealer after the foundation
If you have dark circles under your eyes or blemishes you’d like to cover, use a bit of concealer after the foundation. Applying concealer after foundation will make everything look more natural.
Additionally, make sure you choose the right concealer that won’t create more creases under your eyes and draw more attention. Use concealers made for eyes or concealers for blemishes.
When applying concealer, apply it in an upside-down triangle shape with the point directed towards your cheek. This technique not only offers coverage but also helps to deflect light from areas you want to downplay.
Blush and bronzer
For mature skin, a creme blush is always better than the powder one because it won’t get folded increases. However, be careful not to overdo it since you’re aiming for a natural look.
Similarly, you can add a bit of bronzer to give your skin a youthful look. Since most bronzers are powdered, adding just a bit will add a glow to your face without sitting in creases.
Fill in your brows
Brows play an important role in an overall makeup look. That’s why they also deserve some attention. Most older women have that thin and overplucked eyebrow look a signature of the 60s and 70s. On top of that, as we get older, our eyebrows become sparser.
But that’s nothing to worry about because there are numerous solutions for eyebrows these days, from filling in your eyebrows with a brow pencil to considering different brow treatments.
Today you have numerous options, from permanent to semi-permanent brow treatments. If you don’t want to worry about your brows and their maintenance anymore, consider getting an eyebrow tattoo. And if you want beautiful semi-permanent brows, consider microblading.
Choose the mascara right for you
The shape of your eye can dictate which mascara is right for you. For example, if your eyes are droopy and you have heavy eyelids, your mascara may be prone to smudging. That’s one of the reasons to opt for waterproof mascara. Also, don’t forget to use an eyelash curler for better effect.
Lipstick options
As you get older, your lips will lose their plumpness, but that doesn’t mean that you should stop using lipstick. What it means, however, is that you should look for different products.
For instance, for mature women, lip liners and lip gloss are perfect. But if you can’t give up lipstick, try going with neutral colors, shades darker than your natural lip tone. These colors will give your lips a boost by making them appear fuller. Try to avoid matte lipsticks, since the glossy finish is much more flattering.
In conclusion
The real beauty comes with age. Don’t let anyone or anything stop you from using makeup regardless of how old you are. Simply learn to adjust your makeup routine and change makeup products as you grow older.