For many women it’s important to have a quick, simple beauty routine in the morning with minimal products and a look that isn't overdone. Here are some simple beauty tips to help the mature woman to present a confident and beautiful face.
Create the illusion of a fuller lip. As we age our lips tend to thin out and fade. The cause for this is that the collagen, a protein that supports the body’s soft tissue, starts to break down from age and the sun’s ultraviolet rays. To help preserve the fullness of your lips, key is to protect them from the sun by wearing a lipstick or lip balm with sunscreen.
Added benefit of wearing lip protection is that lips can be defined to look plump and fuller. Pick out a neutral-colored lip liner, one that's matches your natural lip color. Use the liner to trace over your natural lip line and fill in the rest of your lips. Your lips will look plumper, and you can swipe on some lip balm and head out the door. Or, if you prefer a little more color, apply some lipstick on top of the liner for added lasting power.
Focus on the brows, they will make or all the difference in your look. As we get older, the brow often thins and white and gray hairs pop up, creating a less defined look. If you have a strong brow, focus on grooming, by trimming and brushing the hairs into place as needed. If your brows are a little sparse, you can use brow pencils, gels or powders to add definition, volume and a hint of color.
You should always wear blush, it will help add brightness to your face. It is easy to apply -- as long as you don't overdo it. Swipe blush high up on the very top of cheekbone. Place only on the very top of the cheekbone, and up into the temple, almost as though applying under-eye concealer.
By placing the blush higher on the face it will looked tighter, more lifted and positively younger. When positioning blush too far down on the cheek a droopy effect is created.
For a glowing look for drier skin, stick to a cream or gel formula, which can be applied just with your fingertips. Oily skin types may want to opt for a powder blush. *Tip ~ in a pinch your lipstick can double as a little cheek pick me up.
The most aging effect on a mature face is not wearing foundation. To even out the skin tone and help protect skin from the sun’s UV rays foundation is the answer. If you’re just looking to even out the skin then you can add sunscreen to your foundation before applying. But, if you're battling age spots and pigmentation issues then you are going to want to use a foundation. Finding the right formulation without losing coverage is the key to not having a cakey and powdery face. Liquid foundations come in different finishes, like matte, luminous or natural, depending on your preference.
The key to proper application; dab your foundation to the center of your face first, then place a dab on your cheeks, nose, chin and forehead. Next, smooth out the foundation by blending and spreading it out. You don’t want to see where your foundation begins and ends.
As with everything, it all takes a little practice. It’s really about learning how to do makeup a little different as you’re getting older -- getting the proper tools, taking the time to learn it.
Thank you for joining me. Let’s enjoy life to the fullest!
Nanette Lewis is an independent Avon repetitive.
Visit me on Facebook.
Visit me on Instagram.
Visit me on Twitter.
No comments:
Post a Comment