There's no denying that makeup has the power to enhance anyone's complexion however, when used in the incorrect manner, it also has the power to make you look older than you really are. Defining not the look you were going for.

Here in today's blog, we share with you some very common (but very easy to fix) mistakes made and how to correct them.

1/Wearing Eyeliner On The Lower Lash Line

Yes, we do always mention how the definition is lost around the eye area as we age but that doesn't mean that applying a thick black ring of kohl eyeliner will make up for it! Eye makeup like this can make the eye area look smaller and dark circles under the eyes look shades darker.

How to fix it: An eyelash curler, mascara wand and a soft black liner across the upper lash line and upper lashes is much more flattering as it will open up the eyes and make them appear brighter for a more youthful appearance. A subtle upwards, straight line flick will also help to elongate the eye.

Gel eyeliner delilah Gel Brow and Eye Line is the ultimate must-have for a precise, perfectly done cat eye on every eye shape.

2/Not Prepping The Skin With Hydration

Along with everything else during the aging process, skin gets much drier along the way too. Not prepping the skin correctly prior to applying makeup can cause the skin to look dry, cakey, or chalky.

How to fix it: Gentle cleanse the skin and then follow with layers of light hydrating products to help the skin retain moisture such as hyaluronic acid serums, vitamin c, hydrating mists, and a good moisturizer containing ceramides. Finish with a peptide-rich primer like delilah Under Wear Future Resist Foundation Primer to boost collagen production and create a smooth base. You can also give yourself a light facial massage to increase blood flow to the skin's surface.

Ensure to exfoliate often to keep your ever-slowing-down skin turnover fresh. Exfoliating also ensures that your products can penetrate the skin better so you receive maximum benefits.

3/Wearing The Wrong Shade Of Foundation (Or Too Much Of It)

Layering on a foundation too thickly is only going to end one way - looking mask-like and falling into all your fine lines and wrinkles. Not ideal. Foundation is your complexion's foundation and designed to even out your skin tone, not cover every flaw, that's what concealer is for. Wearing the wrong shade of foundation for your skin tone will either wash you out entirely or look unnatural.

How to fix it: Choose foundations with a lighter texture but still offer great coverage like Jane Iredale Liquid A Minerals. Ensure that you get a professional colour match or try a sample out first. A great makeup tip when colour matching is to apply on your jawline and down to your neck. The correct shade should disappear into your skin and be undetectable once blended. If you want to look more tanned, invest in a bronzer or fake tan!

4/Ignoring The Eyebrows

There is no denying that eyebrows frame your whole face and enhance your other facial features too. Finding the right brow shape to compliment you, for a youthful appearance, is the most important thing. Going too thick, too thin, or too dark is a recipe for disaster.

You can find out more about brow grooming here

How to fix it: If you are blessed with full brows then a quick wax and tint at your local beauty salon can make all the difference. If you are the opposite, a brow pencil like delilah Brow Line can help to mimic brow hairs in areas that you are sparse and lacking hair growth.

5/Skipping Concealer Under The Eyes

As we age, naturally our under eyes appear darker and more sunken. A brightening concealer will help to freshen the area and appear more awake. The right concealer can take years off someone and make you look like you got all the hours of sleep that you needed.

How to fix it: Apply a thin layer of light-reflecting concealer like Jane Iredale Active Light Under-Eye Concealer to bounce light off the skin. Less makeup is always more under the delicate eye area with mature skin for a youthful glow.

Have you found a mistake that you make?

A small tweak in your routine can make all the difference.

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