As we get older our inside body parts start the decline. While we should take care of our inside organs, we sometimes forget the largest organ of all of our bodies, our skin. It can show signs of age like wrinking and sagging.
Did you know that you should avoid the sun as much as possible if you have gray hair? Or that you should avoid power if your skin is wrinkled? Continue to read for more various beauty tips that can keep you looking younger.
Avoid Using Powder As Much As You Can
For example, did you know that women over 60 should stop using powdered make-up, especially if your skin is oily? The powder can settle into fine lines and make wrinkles more visible. It also can make your complexion look more dull and your pores more easily visible.
Skin that is moisturized looks younger, so adding a little shine can give a more natural and glowing appeal. If you feel the shine is a little excessive, then only add powder to the cheeks, chin, and forehead where oil can collect more often.
Fill in The Eyebrows
Thin eyebrows can go in and out of style. But when you reach a certain age (over 60, in this case), thicker eyebrows are the way to go. Because, believe it or not, a thicker set of eyebrows helps shape your face and make it look younger.
If you used to have thin eyebrows when you were younger, it’s time to fill them in now. You can either use makeup (preferably eyebrow pencil) or use a growth serum. Or you can even use brow tinting as a temporary solution. Choose what works for you.
Making Thinning Hair Not As Noticeable With A Short Haircut
It’s inevitable. Age will make our hair thinner. Now you know why some women over 60 have embraced their short hair. And don’t you worry. There are so many hairstyles for short hair that can help a woman to look younger and classy.
Those with thin hair can try a pixie cut as that style can add volume to otherwise flat hair. Or maybe you prefer a hairstyle that’s longer than a pixie cut? Go for a longer bob. And keep it layered to add extra volume.
Foundation first
If you add concealer after your foundation, CC cream, or BB cream, it can help you look more natural. Don’t forget to add eyelid primer as well, even underneath your eyes.
Try to avoid concealers that are made to cover blemishes as they tend to be thicker and more obvious. One more thing, always look for a concealer that is made to cover dark circles. Apply in an upside-down triangle down to the apple of your cheeks to blend it best.
Use cream blush
We still want those rosy cheeks no how old we are. Stop using powder blush because it can settle in the fine lines and make wrinkles more obvious. And, because blush is applied on the cheekbones, powder blush will highlight the fine lines near the bottom of the eyes.
To make sure it lasts longer and looks more natural, use cream blush. It’ll give you a glowy look, too! Just dab a small amount directly on top of the cheekbones to achieve that glowy look. But be careful not to apply too much because it’ll give you a look that adds more to your age.
Go for blue
Eyes appear less white as a person grows older. But it’s okay because there are tricks we can do to brighten the eyes. One trick to make the eyes appear more white is to use blue mascara instead of black mascara.
The blue mascara will emphasize the whites and brighten up your eyes. Or you can also use a highlighter pen. Apply it on both the inner and outer corners of your eyes and it’s going to make the white color of your eyes pop!
The right eye shadow
It’s very important to pick the right eye shadow. Because the skin around the eyes becomes thinner as we grow older, picking the wrong one will make the fine lines and wrinkles even more visible. Picking the wrong one will age you faster.
Whatever you do, stop picking shimmery shadows because they will highlight those wrinkles. And remember, use a primer first. Your eyeshadow needs a strong foundation to stay even. And always use cream eyeshadow instead of powder to avoid highlighting those fine lines.
Always start with a primer
Fine lines and uneven pigmentation are major skin problems once a woman reaches a certain mature age. This is exactly the reasons primers were made. A primer will help smoothen the skin so the rest of the makeup will have a great foundation.
A primer will also keep your makeup looking fresh for longer and prevents makeup from rubbing off on the skin. Be sure to pick a primer that fits your specific skin needs, whether you need a primer that doubles as moisturizer or a primer that reduces the appearance of pores.
Cover that gray hair
Did you know that the sun can be detrimental to gray hair? You can’t expose it too long or the sun will bleach the pigments in your hair and make your hair yellow. Who knew?
It can also make your hair look brassy and dull. So if you’re going out in the sun, be sure to wear a hat to cover up your hair. And use a heat protectant spray for added hair protection.
Protect the skin with BB cream
Do you want barely-there makeup that will protect your skin, too? Use BB cream. It’ll give you light coverage so just manage your expectations. But it will help prevent future damage. They will conceal blemishes and still keep your makeup natural-looking.
Plus, BB creams are great for keeping skin hydrated and firm. Plus it has SPF for skin protection from the sun and it also has concealer to even out the skin. Apply BB cream every day to keep your skin looking radiant and, this is a good one, slow down the aging effects.
Cover with CC cream
Do you want more than just light coverage but not the full coverage from a foundation? Try CC cream. 1) It evens out skin tone, and 2) it hydrates the skin. And they’re very helpful with age spots.
Want your skin to look flawless? CC cream will lightly cover the spots without making your coverage look too obvious. Your skin is going to look even and natural.
Exfoliate that skin
Our skin cells regenerate every 30 days. That’s why dead skin cells build up on our faces. These dead skin cells clog our pores and make our skin quite rough. And because of that rough texture, wrinkles and dark spots look even more pronounced.
What do you do? Exfoliate your skin. Exfoliate twice a week to stop the accumulation of dead skin cells. When you do that, you’ll have brighter-looking skin with barely-there blemishes. Remember though to avoid over-exfoliating, which will irritate your skin. And always moisturize after exfoliation.
Plump lippie
Red lips are always dramatic. But with women over 60, going neutral is the way to go because darker lips will make your lips look thinner and age you faster.
On the other hand, neutral colors for lipstick, lip gloss, and lip liners will make your lips look fuller. Choose a color that’s a few shades darker than your natural lip color. And with lipsticks, use cream-based too. Otherwise, those fine lines on your lips will look more pronounced.
Always moisturize
Before you apply any kind of makeup, make sure you prep the field first. And remember, less is more. For older skin, the heavier or thicker the coverage is, the more drying it is for the skin. So always moisturize before using foundation.
Using a moisturizer will prevent the foundation from drying up and becoming cakey. Plus that moisturizing habit will prevent future wrinkles from appearing! Or go for multi-tasking makeup. Look for a foundation with moisturizer so you’ll never forget and you’ll always have soft, lustrous, youthful-looking skin.
Shampoo swap
We used to believe gray hair is hard to maintain. But it’s not true. We just need a different set of hair products to keep gray or silver hair healthy.
So change your shampoo and conditioner for products that are specifically designed for gray or silver hair. This will keep the hair looking shiny and healthy instead of dull and lifeless. You can also try out hair masks and oils designed to keep gray hair healthy.
The benefits of a toner
No matter how much we clean our faces, there will still be some impurities left. That’s when a toner comes in. They will keep your skin clean and revitalized.
Using a toner will help reduce the appearance of pores, and moisturize and protect the skin. And remember, like primer, there are different toners for different needs. Pick one that’s specific to what you actually need.
Leave the shimmer at home
Use bronzer for that youthful look because it adds color to your face. But adding glitter? Don’t do it! It can make your face look unnaturally youthful.
A shimmery bronzer may look nice on some women but it can look very tacky on older women. Always go for natural. Go for a bronzer with no glitter and get that lustrous look to make your face look naturally youthful.
Embrace the gray
As you transition from your original hair color to gray hair, it can be hard to maintain the upkeep. Instead of spending too much money and time on salon visits for the upkeep, simplify and make the transition smoother.
Switch to a semi-permanent dye and use a lighter shade every time it wears away. To cover any incoming gray hair, opt for highlights. And the lighter hair color you use, the less the gray hair will become noticeable until gray hair becomes your normal color.
Mascara has become more challenging
Mascara always looks good, no matter how old a woman gets. But getting older can make applying mascara more challenging than before. It can easily smudge so sometimes you have to make a sacrifice and use waterproof mascara instead.
Keeping hands steady while applying mascara is also a challenge. Opting to use a shorter brush is an option. And because eyelashes can become thinner as you get older, getting a mascara with a thickening formula is ideal. It’s a good thing there’s mascara for every need.
See those roots?
As you transition to gray hair, your dark roots will continue to show as your hair goes grayer. Or, alternatively, more grays may appear when you’re dying your hair another color.
It doesn’t matter which situation you’re experiencing, there will always be something that will scream, “Go to the salon now!” If going to the salon is impossible at the moment, you can use root mascara, spray or powder to cover dark roots or gray hair.
The perfect blush
Did you know that the wrong shade of blush will make you look pronounced and unnatural? That’s why it’s important to pick the right shade for you. Do you want a more subtle look? Try a muted shade of rosy pink.
Has your skin gone paler than you want? Try and experiment with different blush shades, like soft pinks, peaches, and romantic light corals.
The perfect spot
What is the perfect spot for blush that will take care of your skin, too? And what is the right way to apply blush for older skin? Keep it up literally. Apply blush upwards and inwards.
Start at the top of the cheekbones and blend towards the middle of the face. The blush will highlight your lovely eyes because the blush will now lift your look and draw the attention to your eyes.
How to make bronzer work for you?
Do you want a natural look while using a bronzer? Ask yourself two questions: how much time do you spend under the sun, and which parts do the sun hit your skin? Asking and answering these questions honestly helps you achieve an even post-holiday glow.
Check where the sun hits your chin, neck, and shoulder blades. That’s where you apply the bronzer. And blend well. Nothing kills makeup than seeing the obviously unblended bronzer streaks.
Different brushes for your makeup
Bronzers add warmth while blush highlights liveliness. That’s why you need different brushes for bronzers and blush. Yes, you need two different brushes for your makeup.
Get a soft, large brush for your bronzer to make it easy to blend under the cheekbones. Use another brush that’s stiff and retractable to apply bronzer on your jawline, too.
Care for your nails
Nail can help reveal the age of a person. And if you don’t take care of them, your nails will age you. In fact, dehydration, damage, and discoloration can add years to the look of your nails.
Remember to use a non-acetone remover since acetone removers can weaken your nails. Besides that, always pay attention to your nails. They can be an indication that something is wrong inside.
Which color to go for?
Nails are a grow to show off your individual personality. And, if you pick the right color, it’ll draw attention away from aged hands. So pick colors that will pop.
Which nail color will you go for? Pick one that suits your personality. Pick a color with a bright, eye-catching shade within the color palette that’s flattering on you. But if you really can’t choose, go for red, coral, or green because it can make wrinkles and skin discoloration less visible.
The perfect one glides
Foundation is not meant to conceal, it’s meant to even out and freshen the skin. That’s why the perfect foundation should easily glide on your skin. So always carefully select the best one for your skin.
Your perfect foundation shade needs to match your skin tone and it shouldn’t crease or flake. You’ll have to test several shades before you find the right one but it’s worth it. And sometimes, the different seasons can make your skin color change, depending on the season. So it’s good to have different color shade to match each new skin color.
Take all the time you need
Makeup is an investment. It can take a lot of time and money to purchase the right one for you. When you’re at the store, take your time and look for the best ones. It’s always good to ask the staff present since they know their product in and out to give you the best recommendation.
Before you go, go au naturel so you can decide which makeup works best for you. Get samples and makeovers to find out which ones work for you. There’s no need to purchase immediately that day. Go out into the sun first to test out the makeup. If it looks good on you, go back to the store to buy it. If not, go back to store and try more.
Always use sunscreen
If you’re going out in the sun, no matter what your age is, it’s always best to use sunscreen. Even though is usually marketed towards families and younger people, older and more mature people need sunscreen as well. It also reduces the risk of skin cancer.
Because did you know that most skin cancer cases were detected in people over the age of 60? “Each year in the United States, more than 5 million people are treated for skin cancer at a cost of about $8.1 billion,” CDC warned.
What about purple?
They say older ladies can’t and shouldn’t wear purple because it looks gaudy on them. Is that really true? Of course not! Anyone at any age can wear whatever color. “When I am an old woman I shall wear purple / With a red hat which doesn’t go, and doesn’t suit me,” Jenny Joseph, the poet, wrote.
The thing is, the color purple comes in different shades from delicate lavenders to deep regal indigos. Anyone can wear people. You just need to know which shade works best for you. Know your skin undertone, hair color, and eye color can help you pick the right shade of purple.
That chiseled look
Want that chiseled look? It’s not just for the runway anymore! You’ve got your pick from contour sticks, creams, and bronzers to reshape your face, flesh it out or chisel it.
Applying bronzer under the cheekbones, sides of the nose, jawline, and across forehead can transform your face like never before. Try it and get that magical effect for your face.
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