As our style or interests, as well as general appearance change with age as we age, also do the products for makeup we use. You might notice your foundations or powders which were once the top of the line in your beauty collection aren’t able to brighten your face as they did in the past. That’s perfectly normal. As we age the appearance of our skin is altered, from wrinkles and fine lines to less elasticity, changes to the texture and tone of our skin and much more. However, that doesn’t mean you aren’t beautiful and confident with your appearance in the present and for years to the future.

It’s possible that you’re already addressing new skin issues by altering your routine of skincare to include anti-aging products and that’s a great starting point. Time to modify your routine of makeup to make your skin radiant today and in the future. It’s not just about particular lip shades or shades of eyeshadow (if you’re in love with wearing it, do it! ) But the makeup formulations and techniques that you employ regularly.

1. Always begin with hydrating your skin.

As skin age the skin begins to produce lesser sebum (a.k.a. the natural oils of the skin) and is unable to retain moisture also. If you used to have normal or mildly oily skin, you could be more prone for dry and dry-looking skin. “Very generally saying, as we get older our skin gets dry. Be sure to cleanse and moisturizing properly prior to any makeup application. Dryer skin tends to highlight wrinkles, lines, and the texture. A well-hydrated skin can help increase the volume of these areas and create a more smooth makeup appearance.” That’s the reason most of us already know, the best principle for preparing your makeup is to always begin with a moisturizer that is great.

2. Don’t skip out on Primer

Like everything good it is important for your makeup to as good as it can for the long haul. For older skin types primers help smooth skin’s surface to ensure the most effective makeup application. “The most important factor to cover wrinkles and fine lines is to cover wrinkles.Look for products that contain sugar almond oil and hyaluronic acid or grape seeds extract.

3. Apply everything in thin layers

It’s tempting to apply the full coverage makeup to cover imperfections and create a flawless look however, doing this nearly assures that your makeup will be settling into wrinkles and fine lines throughout the day. Beginning with a light foundation and gradually building the color will allow you to create the look you want without putting on a lot of the product. “Light layers” is my most important advice. Also, the less product you have to cause wrinkles and fine lines, the more effective. Apply foundation first, and apply concealer sparingly for some coverage where you require it.”

4. Color Correct based on Your Specific Needs

Color correcting doesn’t just allow you to apply less makeup, it can also help to eliminate dark, redness and more to create a more even skin tone and better results. For your eyes, “First, take a look at the colors you can see. Do the circles in your dark areas appear red? have a blueish tone, or are they purple? Sometimes, we have to perform some color correction prior to applying a concealer since the concealer by itself is not enough. This is also true for concealing imperfections.” This is a quick instruction Formica uses to simplify things:

To treat redness, use either green or yellow correctors

brown or purple For brown: Use an orange corrector (darker shades of skin)

For blues, use Peach (light/medium skin tone) as well as pink correction (fair/light skin tone)

Covering imperfections or age spots, as well as broken capillaries “It is recommended to apply the color corrector with very thin layers, followed by a light cover of micro-fine powder. Once the color is put on, then apply a concealer to match the tone of your skin on the top. It’s a good idea to apply a tiny amount at a stretch to make sure that the makeup looks natural. Repeat the process. This technique of layering will completely correct color and seal in the color of the product. If you want to correct your eyes, you can apply a concealer that is one or two shades lighter in comparison to your complexion in order to remove any shadows that remain.”

5. Select a moisturizing concealer for your under-eyes.

The first places of the face that show signs of aging is the eyes. They can show signs of aging from puffiness to dark circles to crow’s foot. “The skin around the eyes is more delicate and thin than other areas that make up our faces. If we notice signs of dryness or feel tight due to age the reason is that this region has a difficult to retain moisture. Consider about the amount of time we shift our eyes all day. They spend a lot of time looking around the world! That being stated, it is important to restore that moisture by layers of skincare and hydrating cosmetics.”

6. Blend it to perfection

Like the makeup you apply to your eyes, blending your concealer with the correct tools will give you an elegant finish. “I prefer using an artificial small or medium fluffy brush that has the similar shape to the eye crease brush, and a beautyblender. These types of brushes offer great application and absorb any excess product. When using a makeup brush, apply the concealer onto the inside of your hand to limit your amount you use. Dip your brush in the product and then tap the inner corner of your eye in the direction of the shadow. After that, using small circles, gently smooth around the edge of your application.

If you like mixing sponges, such as Beautyblenders,”When you use a Beautyblender to treat under-eye or blemishes apply the product by hand and then gently tap it on the blemish or shadow. To blend, press and then roll away from areas of the sponge with a gentle. The most important thing is to build slowly.”

7. Opt on Liquid Foundations

“I suggest a cream-based foundation for older skin and avoid using powders”. This is due to the fact that powder foundations can settle into wrinkles and fine lines which make them appear more obvious. Fluid cosmetics, such as tinted moisturisers however typically contain hydrating ingredients as well as a dewy look that look beautiful for this type of skin.

Follert recommends staying clear of foundations with full coverage because they could cause a mask-like appearance on the skin, as instead of a natural-looking look. Instead, she recommends customizing coverage with buildable or medium-coverage foundations with hyaluronic acids and vitamin C to create an “fresh and even-toned appearance.”

8. Go For a Slightly Warmer Foundation Tone

It’s been a common practice to pick a shade of foundation close to our natural skin tone however, when foundation matches skin tone that is mature excessively, this could cause your appearance to be like you’ve been washed out. Instead, opt for the shade that is just a little more warm than the natural tone of your skin to give it an the overall warmth. A tip to remember: when applying your makeup, be sure to blend your jawline!

9. Set with a Fine-Powder

“To set, apply a fine powder to increase the durability the makeup. I recommend Lakme loose powder (I apply a thin veil) using a small to medium-sized dome-shaped, fluffy brush. Then, sweep it over the area you put the concealer on and take off any excess. Then you’re all set to face your day with stunningly sparkling eyes.”

10. Trade in your Powder Blush for a Radiance-Boosting Blush

As you get older highlighters and blushes can be great skin savers, as they can quickly add radiant warmth and brightness back to your skin. Be aware that using the wrong formula may cause more harm than good. This is because like powder foundation’s ability to highlight signs of aging and age spots, blushes made of powder can cause exactly the same. “I do not use any powders at all and prefer cream blushes. I really want the skin to appear natural, fresh and hydrated , with glowing, healthy skin.”

It doesn’t end there. The location you apply your makeup brush is equally important, as is the kind of blush you choose to use. “We were trained to make a smile, and then apply the blush to cheeks’ apples however this could actually bring the face downwards. As you smile your cheeks rise upwards, and when you let your face go your cheeks receding. Apply blush by keeping straight faces and an out and upward motion never lifting. Apply as you want or as little you’d like, but remember to keep it in a straight line!”

11. Try using Foundation to create a bronzer

Okay, it might appear risky, but trust us that it’s a good idea. If you’ve changed your bronzer with powder to a cream-based bronzer however, it’s not appearing exactly right, it could be due to the wrong bronzer for your skin. Although a little shimmer can make mature skin appear radiant, using too it can result in highlighting wrinkles and lines.

Instead of traditional bronzing products instead, she prefers to “use an edgier shade of foundation as a bronzer for an natural bronzer look.” Pro tip: Look for a hydrating and illuminated formulation which is about 2-inches darker in comparison to your skin’s tone for the most effective results.

12. Create a defining look for your eyes and lashes

As we age, the skin around our eyes is more susceptible to wrinkles and wrinkles. As a result, you may notice loss of density in your eyelashes. In order to revive your eyelids, matte eyeshadows are the best way to get. “The general principle for a more smooth texture is to apply darker shades that are matte on your lids. If you want brighter eyes, it is best to use lighter shades and place darker shades towards the outer part of the lids.”

To draw the eye in a defined way by using eyeliner. Do not use the thick lines that are dramatic and focus on tightlining your eyes on the lower and upper line of the lashes using darker gel pen. This technique is barely noticeable enough to make a visible distinction without overpowering the eye area. For a more pronounced effect, Follert suggests adding natural-looking false lashes to bring your eyes to life by lightly putting on mascara.

13. Be Extra Watchful of Your Lips

Lip definition is often softened as you age, meaning the lip products are more likely to leak into the lips’ skin. However, there are some simple remedies: exfoliation is one of the options. “Just as your body and face, it is essential to cleanse and moisturize your lips. You can use a lip scrub (made specifically for you lips) or a soft brush to scrub your lips prior to applying your favourite Lip balms or lipstick.” After that, you can apply a lip liner that is hydrating prior to swiping on your lip products to avoid bleeding and feathering.