Like it or not, we are all ageing each moment. Pores get bigger, moisture and luminosity are harder to maintain. Having mature skin doesn't mean we can't look fabulous! It is all about how well you are treating your skin and makeup is best to be worn (if at all) on well cared skin.I am not a make-up professional but a great believer in skin care which includes proper cleansing, exfoliating and moisturising. I am not an expert in makeup but skin prep is essential if you do feel the need to 'put on a face'. There are many reasons for women of a certain age to apply makeup such as to look better, to feel more confident, to help face the day, etc... and my reasons for make up is to colour up, cover up, brighten up, shape up and glam up. For normal to dry skin, always moisturise prior to applying foundation and if you have oily skin, use a primer to make sure the foundation stays in place. Make up with SPF is not a substitute for proper sunscreen as your ears, neck, chest, and hands are exposed but not getting make-up.
As we get older, our skin doesn't hold onto hydration like it used to so establish a skin care routine is absolutely necessary. Use a cleanser that doesn't disturb your skin's pH balance. Do you apply moisturiser upon waking up and before going to bed? Do you apply a face mask at least once a week? It is best to apply masks after exfoliation to allow the ingredients to sink . Use a serum (rich in hyaluronic acid) before your night cream for 24 hour moisturization.
All make up is not created equal so please choose wisely when it comes to brands. Here are some tips which I gather first hand to share with you:
Older eyebrows are often sparse, over-plucked, faded in colour or even non-existent. Best to shape and tidy them like you do to your hair using tweezers. I would avoid microblading or having them tattooed in place as a permanent feature . Nicely shaped eyebrows are the best instant fix for an older face.
Older eyelashes may be short and stumpy or thin and sparse. I suggest curling them and use a good mascara to bring out your full lashes and maybe consider dyeing them from time to time.
Your eyes may look undefined and your lips are thin and colourless. Know your colours and stick to the warm or cool tone. Warm tones need peachy pinks, orangey browns or scarlet reds while cool tones look best in true pinks like rose, fuscia or cherry red.
There will be all the natural signs of ageing on your face such as wrinkles, age spots, sagging jawline and marionette lines at the side of the mouth. To cover up uneven and patchy skin and to create an all over consistency, foundation and concealer come to our rescue. My take is to adhere to your skin care regiment, and never ever take the risk of going under the knife.
I personally don't rely on makeup to look more youthful but I do take care of my skin to increase hydration, retain moisture, and minimise the appearance of unevenness and discolouration. A good foundation and creamy concealer can work magic. Make sure you use a dab of translucent powder to the areas you have concealed to set and mattify it so that it looks more natural. To banish the 'stale and pale' look, use a highlighter followed by a blusher. To nourish your skin, you may even consider taking supplements which include B-vitamin Biotin or the protein Collagen, or adding organic protein powders yo your diet. I love face oil for the readily absorbing feature (I have super dry skin) and I am using organic, natural 100% pure oils like argan, calendula, coconut, rosehip and sea buckthorn to remove buildup and environmental pollutants while giving my skin a deep conditioning treatment at the same time.
I don't generally wear makeup at all unless I have a photo shoot, a more formal function to attend or having a presentation to deliver. The skin requires breathing and clogging it with layers of products is the last thing I need. The main thing is to look your best without appearing too heavily made-up.
Do you wear make up? Why do you think you need it?
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