The Best Makeup Tips for Aging Skin
Ever wonder how to look young again? Botox and facial fillers aren't your only answer. In fact, choosing the right makeup -- and following some helpful makeup tips -- may be your best tool to reverse aging skin. Who knew that the drug store held all the magic tools you need to shave a few years off your face?
Vincent Lee, a national makeup artist for Dior cosmetics, says many women don't realize makeup mistakes can make a dramatic difference in how old they look.
The Hong Kong native has been in the beauty business for years, working in fashion shows, television and music videos. He joined Dior cosmetics in 2007.
"Dark colors, shimmery shadows and powder can all accentuate wrinkles," Lee says. "Also, too much makeup can be aging. As you age, you lose density and collagen; you need products that are going to make your face look smoother, more lifted and more luminous."
To prove it, we asked Lee to show us the transforming power of makeup on 53-year-old Lynette Garcia of Temple Terrace, Fla.
Here are some of Lee's tips to look younger using makeup.
Skin Care Makeup will only look as good as the skin underneath it. Always start with a good cleanser and moisturizer. This will help soften any fine lines and allow your makeup to go on smoothly and evenly, Lee says:
"If (skin) doesn't have the proper hydration and smoothness, the foundation won't do its job properly."
Foundation
Foundation shouldn't cover your skin or turn it a different color. It's meant to even out your skin tone and give you a luminous look.
Choose a foundation that disappears on your face. Liquid foundation works best on mature skin because it doesn't settle into wrinkles, Lee says. And to get the sheerest coverage, don't use a makeup sponge or your fingers; use a foundation brush.
"The foundation brush is your best friend because it's going to help smooth in the makeup and create a flawless look," he says.
Additionally, women should apply concealer after their foundation so they can see the areas that need extra coverage.
Lee says women often make a mistake of attempting to cover dark circles under eyes with concealer that is too light or too dark. The concealer should be as close to your foundation as possible. Lightly press the concealer around the eye area for a natural look.
Vincent Lee, a national makeup artist for Dior cosmetics, says many women don't realize makeup mistakes can make a dramatic difference in how old they look.
The Hong Kong native has been in the beauty business for years, working in fashion shows, television and music videos. He joined Dior cosmetics in 2007.
"Dark colors, shimmery shadows and powder can all accentuate wrinkles," Lee says. "Also, too much makeup can be aging. As you age, you lose density and collagen; you need products that are going to make your face look smoother, more lifted and more luminous."
To prove it, we asked Lee to show us the transforming power of makeup on 53-year-old Lynette Garcia of Temple Terrace, Fla.
Here are some of Lee's tips to look younger using makeup.
Skin Care Makeup will only look as good as the skin underneath it. Always start with a good cleanser and moisturizer. This will help soften any fine lines and allow your makeup to go on smoothly and evenly, Lee says:
"If (skin) doesn't have the proper hydration and smoothness, the foundation won't do its job properly."
Foundation
Foundation shouldn't cover your skin or turn it a different color. It's meant to even out your skin tone and give you a luminous look.
Choose a foundation that disappears on your face. Liquid foundation works best on mature skin because it doesn't settle into wrinkles, Lee says. And to get the sheerest coverage, don't use a makeup sponge or your fingers; use a foundation brush.
"The foundation brush is your best friend because it's going to help smooth in the makeup and create a flawless look," he says.
Additionally, women should apply concealer after their foundation so they can see the areas that need extra coverage.
Lee says women often make a mistake of attempting to cover dark circles under eyes with concealer that is too light or too dark. The concealer should be as close to your foundation as possible. Lightly press the concealer around the eye area for a natural look.
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