How to Wear Makeup for Older Women

As you get older, you want to wear makeup that's appropriate for your age but also gives you a more youthful appearance. You can use makeup to hide any flaws like blemishes, age spots and wrinkles, while also bringing out your natural beauty.

Difficulty: Moderate

Instructions

1. Use a primer before applying any makeup to your face. A primer prevents your makeup from seeping into and enhancing fine lines. Try the makeup primer from NARS (see Resources below).

2. Get a makeup set designed with older women in mind. Ask a makeup supply counter for advice or buy the Lauren Hutton Makeup Disk. This set works well for women over the age of 40.

3. Apply cream-based blushes and eyeshadows. Powder eyeshadow and blush will bring more attention to the wrinkles on your face. Cream-based products blend better and hide the fine lines around your eyes and cheeks.

4. Pick neutral shades. Neutral shades like peach and light brown tones give you a fresh-faced appearance. Darker shades close up the face and make you look older than you actually are.

5. Plump up your lips. Your lips can appear thinner as you age. Use a lip plumper and gloss to give your mouth a fuller appearance. Try the Lancome Lip Plumper to achieve this effect.

Tips & Warnings

• Remember to use hydrating makeup on your face. Stick to liquid foundations, powders and other products when you're an older woman.
• Older women should avoid drawing on their eyebrows with a dark pencil. This ages you and doesn't look attractive.

Resources

• Buy makeup primer from NARS.

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