1. Avoid wearing too much
Makeup is meant to enhance
features not bring negative attention to you. That's what wearing too
much makeup will do; it will bring you unwanted attention. Don't wear
too much of anything such as:
1. Eyeliner: dark, thick eyeliner will make you look overdone and will ruin the rest of your makeup.
2.
Mascara: too much mascara looks fake and will flake. It looks
especially bad if worn with thick eyeliner or dark blue eye eye shadow.
3.
Foundation: Make sure your foundation is the same color as your skin.
Foundation is meant to protect and give the face a smooth look. The
magic word is blend.
4. Powder: The same holds true for powder - not too much. Also, be sure to blend your makeup so there are no obvious lines.
2. Lips
Apply
lip liner to completely cover the lips, add color and your lipstick
will stay on much longer. Make sure your lip liner doesn't show. Also,
your lip color should match your skin tone; wear cool colors if you
have cool coloring and warm colors if you have warm coloring. If you
want to make your lips look smaller, keep your liner on the inside of
your lips. However, if you decide to make your lips look larger, going
outside the natural outline of you lips is a mistake. This can look
quite messy and unnatural.
3. Appropriate makeup
Wear
makeup that is appropriate for the occasion. If you are going to the
beach you shouldn't wear the same or as much makeup as you would if you
were going dancing. Also, when you are in daylight your makeup should be
a lighter than when you are out for the evening.
4. Too little or no makeup
Some
women don't wear makeup because they are not sure how to use it and are
afraid of being overdone. If you are unsure, start will light colours
in your shade. Start slowly and add one product at a time. Maybe start
with foundation, add mascara, blush or lipstick.
If you are not used to wearing makeup, using a lot a first may be a
little too much for you, so start slowly. The bottom line is a little
is better than none. If you are still unsure seek professional advice.
5. Overall look
When
your makeup is completed it should look natural. That means avoiding
colours that clash. If you have dark skin and hair you will look better
in darker shades; light colours will make you look washed out. If your
hair and skin tone are light, light colours will look better on you.
Dark makeup will make you look older and harsh. If you have
oily skin, first use oil control moisturizer and foundation. Then be
sure to wear loose powder, keeping pressed powder with you for touch
ups.
6. Hair color
Your hair color should also be in
harmony with your skin. If you have dark hair and you want to add color,
keep it close to the same shade. If you have light hair, use light
colors. As you age your skin will lighten, so should your hair color.
One last thing about hair color - if you do color you hair be sure you
keep it up, don't let your roots show.
7. One last thing
Keep makeup looking fresh all day by doing regular touch ups. Don't let your makeup fade or crease. Smile!!!
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Wednesday, May 22, 2013
Wednesday, April 24, 2013
How To Apply Makeup To Minimize The Signs Of Aging Skin
7:42:00 AM
While we may wear our wrinkles with pride, it's still important
to us to look our best. You don't have to go the Botox route to reduce
the signs of aging. Below are six makeup tips that can help you look
younger.
1. Skin Care
The first step to young-looking skin is keeping it healthy. A gentle cleanser and a good moisturizer will go a long way towards reducing the appearance of fine lines.
2. Foundation
Foundation should not change the color of your skin; it's best when used to even out skin color.
You want to use a foundation that blends into your natural skin color. Liquid foundation is best for mature skin; avoid powder which can settle into wrinkles, making them more pronounced. Use a foundation brush for application rather than fingers or a sponge for the most flawless finish.
Use concealer after foundation so you can easily see where it's most needed. The concealer color should match the foundation. Lightly pat concealer around your eye for the most natural look.
3. Eye Shadow
Mature women should avoid shimmery or frosted eye makeup as it emphasizes wrinkles. Instead, stay with matte shade that blend easily and help hide the lines.
Light peach or champagne colors can be applied to the eyelid first to help open the eyes. Apply a darker taupe or gray into the crease to add depth. Blend well for a natural appearance.
4. Eye Liner
Applying liner correctly can make eyes look wider and lashes look fuller. However, use a liner that's too dark, and it can make your eyes look harsh. Waterproof liner in a brown shade, applied under the lash line, will give a soft look. Use a pencil liner rather than liquid for a softer line, and work it across the top of your lashes, including in between - follow with mascara.
Use a brow pencil in a color that closely matches your eyebrow color to fill in your eyebrows. Following the natural shape of the brow, use small motions to apply the color. Be careful not to create the "drawn on" look, which is a danger for those of us with thinning brows.
5. Blush
As we age, our skin becomes drier, and collagen loss causes it to sag. Use a shade of blush one shade darker than normal to add depth and contours beneath the cheekbone.
Apply the normal shade to the apple of the cheek, brushing it back lightly towards the temple and blending it into the contour shade to soften the line.
Finally, apply a very light touch of color to the parts of your face where the sun naturally hits - your forehead, top of the chin and top of the nose. All together, this helps to add definition to your cheeks, and will help you appear more youthful.
6. Lipstick
As we age, our lips naturally thin. Applying dark, heavy lipsticks only accentuates this. Instead, use softer rose, peach or coral shades. Use a lipstick to apply color first, then use a matching color pencil to outline the lips.
This keeps the lipstick from spreading out into the lines around your mouth. Make sure the liner is not darker than the lipstick color. Top lips off with a sheer gloss to give them a young and healthy shine.
1. Skin Care
The first step to young-looking skin is keeping it healthy. A gentle cleanser and a good moisturizer will go a long way towards reducing the appearance of fine lines.
2. Foundation
Foundation should not change the color of your skin; it's best when used to even out skin color.
You want to use a foundation that blends into your natural skin color. Liquid foundation is best for mature skin; avoid powder which can settle into wrinkles, making them more pronounced. Use a foundation brush for application rather than fingers or a sponge for the most flawless finish.
Use concealer after foundation so you can easily see where it's most needed. The concealer color should match the foundation. Lightly pat concealer around your eye for the most natural look.
3. Eye Shadow
Mature women should avoid shimmery or frosted eye makeup as it emphasizes wrinkles. Instead, stay with matte shade that blend easily and help hide the lines.
Light peach or champagne colors can be applied to the eyelid first to help open the eyes. Apply a darker taupe or gray into the crease to add depth. Blend well for a natural appearance.
4. Eye Liner
Applying liner correctly can make eyes look wider and lashes look fuller. However, use a liner that's too dark, and it can make your eyes look harsh. Waterproof liner in a brown shade, applied under the lash line, will give a soft look. Use a pencil liner rather than liquid for a softer line, and work it across the top of your lashes, including in between - follow with mascara.
Use a brow pencil in a color that closely matches your eyebrow color to fill in your eyebrows. Following the natural shape of the brow, use small motions to apply the color. Be careful not to create the "drawn on" look, which is a danger for those of us with thinning brows.
5. Blush
As we age, our skin becomes drier, and collagen loss causes it to sag. Use a shade of blush one shade darker than normal to add depth and contours beneath the cheekbone.
Apply the normal shade to the apple of the cheek, brushing it back lightly towards the temple and blending it into the contour shade to soften the line.
Finally, apply a very light touch of color to the parts of your face where the sun naturally hits - your forehead, top of the chin and top of the nose. All together, this helps to add definition to your cheeks, and will help you appear more youthful.
6. Lipstick
As we age, our lips naturally thin. Applying dark, heavy lipsticks only accentuates this. Instead, use softer rose, peach or coral shades. Use a lipstick to apply color first, then use a matching color pencil to outline the lips.
This keeps the lipstick from spreading out into the lines around your mouth. Make sure the liner is not darker than the lipstick color. Top lips off with a sheer gloss to give them a young and healthy shine.
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