Makeup Mistakes That Make You Look Older

Greta

Are you sure your makeup routine is making you look younger and more attractive?

Have you noticed that it can sometimes make you look older?
To help you avoid these mistakes, check to see if you're making any of these makeup mistakes. These makeup techniques can make you look older, and unfortunately, many women are doing them!
  1. About Blush
Common Mistake: Using blush on the apples of your cheeks. Say goodbye to dark and bright colors! Not wearing blush can make you look haggard and listless, especially for those with fair skin. While the old saying goes, "A fair complexion hides three flaws," it can also make you look frail and even sickly. So, applying a touch of pink blush after your daily makeup routine not only adds to your approachability but, more importantly, makes you look younger.
Now's the time to turn your attention to lighter tones, like pale pink or peach. Remember to apply blush to the upper half of your cheeks, not the center. This might have been a good idea when you were younger, highlighting the apples of your cheeks. However, as we mature, we must adapt to the changes our skin goes through. Avoid highlighting the center of your face. Try applying blush lightly just above your cheekbones, avoiding the nose. Using soft, natural colors will make your face appear younger. Additionally, applying blush to your cheekbones can create a localized lifting effect.
  1. Regarding Foundation Amount
Common mistake: Overdosing on foundation. While you're trying to cover blemishes, overdoing it is crucial!
Foundation only works best when used sparingly.
Try to choose a foundation that matches your natural skin tone; avoid overdoing it to create a whiter complexion. Avoid over-contouring.
Those with dry skin will inevitably develop dry lines in the afternoon. Applying too much foundation can easily cause buildup on your cheeks and around your eyes.
If you have oily skin, excessive foundation not only increases your oiliness but can also cause your makeup to come off or even appear dull. Your makeup might look polished during the day, but it will be a disaster by the afternoon. Use mineral powder or loose rice powder to eliminate oiliness in the T-zone and achieve a radiant effect. Avoid powdering around your eyes, as this will only accentuate wrinkles and make your skin look drier.
Common Mistake: Using Too Much Foundation
In an effort to create a perfectly matte look, many people make the mistake of applying too much concealer. If you choose the wrong color and apply it too thickly, you'll end up accentuating wrinkles and making you look older. To avoid this, makeup artists recommend avoiding thick layers of concealer; instead, opt for liquid concealers with luminous particles, which will give your skin a healthy, natural look.

  1. On Covering Dark Circles
Common Mistake: Applying Too Much!
While covering dark circles is important, it's crucial to be skillful.
Dark circles pose a problem for many people. These blemishes become more noticeable with age. Using concealer all over your face will only make the problem worse. Instead, applying some under-eye concealer will work wonders! Try to apply it only to dark areas, applying it as thinly as possible. Why not use concealer? Eye concealer, with a pink or orange tint, is used to eliminate purple or green tints, typically dark circles. It's thinner and easier to blend than concealer! Concealer, on the other hand, is the color of our skin and can cover melanin. It also has a stickier texture!
Mix concealer to suit your skin tone and apply a thin layer around your eyes. Applying too much concealer to completely cover blemishes can cause dark circles to appear white, creating a color difference with the surrounding skin tone and making your eyes appear dry.
  1. About Lipstick Shades
Dark lipstick isn't for everyone.
For lipstick, choose natural shades like pale pink, coral, or aubergine. Bright red or ombré hues are reserved for appropriate occasions.
Only those with fair, radiant skin and good complexion should try this; otherwise, overly mature colors can make you look older. Common Mistake: Choosing the Wrong Lipstick Shade
There's no doubt that lipstick can greatly enhance your look! Don't be afraid to experiment with rich, saturated colors. However, don't forget—if you have thin lips, avoid dark lipstick shades; darker colors can make them appear thinner.
If you want to make your lips appear fuller, lipstick can also help—all you need to do is apply lip liner just outside your natural lips.
  1. About Eyeshadow
Common Mistake: Using Dark Eyeshadow the Wrong Way
Try to choose natural brown or gold eyeshadow colors, and avoid applying too much.
Be careful not to apply eyeshadow all over your eyelids; this will make you look older! The correct approach is to use dark eyeshadow only at the outer corners of your eyes.
Common Mistake: Applying Eyeliner Too Much
Many people tend to blink easily when applying eyeliner, and their hands shake uncontrollably. This results in choppy eyeliner or only applying it to the outer eyelids, which doesn't enlarge the eyes and instead makes them look unnatural. Also, don't draw the eyeliner too thick or make the tail of the eye too long or too curled, as this will make you look frivolous.