You are in your 60s, but of course you want to look fresh and younger. Makeup can be a great help with this, but sometimes the makeup mistakes can have the opposite effect than no makeup at all. Remember that as you age, your makeup style will need to evolve and adapt to your changing skin. So if you're still using your old makeup routine, you could be doing things that are making your mature skin look older than you'd like. Read this article to the end to know which makeup mistakes to avoid.
We reveal 9 of the most common makeup mistakesWomen over 60probably do and also show you how to fix them. Makeup is a very powerful technique that can take years off your face if used correctly.
Insufficiently moisturizing the skin
This is one of the most common errors, but the easiest to fix. Dry skin and makeup rarely mix, so make sure your daily skincare routine includes a good moisturizer. Even if you have oily skin. There are tons of moisturizers made for oily skin. For even more hydrating power, apply a hydrating primer before you start applying makeup.
Choosing the wrong foundation
You can absolutely still wear foundation after 60! But how do you find the right one and what should you take into account? Here are a few tips.
- As we age, our skin loses collagen and elasticity and begins to appear more dehydrated. If you have mature skin, stick to a lightweight liquid foundation that has moisturizing properties.
- Our skin becomes duller over time, so a perfectly matched foundation can actually give you a “washed out” look. Choose a slightly warmer tone of your favorite foundation or go for the next darker shade and mix it with your current shade before applying on the back of your hand. Either way, you'll get a warm glow you'll love.
- Don't apply too much foundation. It won't hide crow's feet and other wrinkles, but it will definitely make you look older.
Apply the right concealer
Applying concealer under the eyes can hide these dark circles, but it can also accentuate the fine lines under the eyes. The skin under the eyes is seven times thinner than the rest of the face, so gentle touch is necessary. Carrythe concealerApply only to the inner half of your eye area to avoid wrinkles drawing unwanted attention.
Apply black makeup to the lower lash line
Eyeliner at the bottom used to be the height of fashion and it still looks good on some people. But if you're over 60, eyeliner under your eyes really adds years to your face. It makes the eyes appear smaller, emphasizes the fine lines around the eyes and draws the entire face downwards. To make your eyes appear brighter and more open, apply eyeliner only to the top.
Too much mascara on the bottom lashes
Similar to wearing black eyeliner on the lower lash line, heavy mascara on the lower lashes casts shadows. This creates the illusion of dark circles and can even draw the eye downward.
Make-up mistakes over 60: choosing the wrong eyeshadows
Eyeshadow can look amazing, but that's not the case if it gets stuck in the creases of your eyes. The powder eyeshadow sets in lines and if you have them, powder makes you look older.
As you age, it becomes more difficult to wear color on your eyelids without looking garish. Luckily, earth tones are all the rage right now, which are very flattering and much easier to wear.
Skip the metallic eyeshadow. You may love it, but it can really age you if your eyelids aren't as tight as they used to be. These fun, shimmery shadows can enhance and draw attention to the wrinkles and fine lines in the area.
Applying too much blush
Women over 60 often use a color of blush that is too dark for their skin tone. Avoid shades that are too brown or red as they can look muddy when applied. Do not apply it to the cheekbones. You should also avoid using too much blush and applying it too low.
Lipstick that is too dark is a makeup mistake you should avoid
Mature ladies' lips become thinner and lose definition as they age. If you don't like lip liner to line your lips, you should avoid the darker shades. Our tip for perfect lips is to start with a lip liner and then use a nice neutral shade.
What to do to prevent lipstick from running?
Lipstick can run more as you age because the fine lines around your mouth don't keep it from staying in place. To get the perfect looking lips, use a primer and finish your lip look with lip gloss. The shine sets the lipstick and prevents it from smudging.