As we age, our makeup needs change, it’s important to adapt our routine

When you feel your products are no longer working for you it’s time to reassess

Getting stuck in the same routine, and using the same products, is normal. We never really think about our makeup until you hit a point where you are looking at yourself and feeling unhappy with the results.

You may be thinking you are not looking the way you used to, your products are no longer settling on your skin like they used to, the colours seem off and feel like they are aging you. But its OK, its just a sign that you need to reassess what you are using and finding the products that are now elevating you, giving you that fresh look.

Addressing new and different skin concerns are a way of life, but we can adapt to these changes by selecting new products and colour tones that will flatter you and give a boost to your confidence.

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Skin Texture Changes: As skin ages, it tends to become thinner, less elastic, and more prone to fine lines and wrinkles. Switching to products with a more hydrating and dewy finish can help create a smoother, more youthful look. Dryness and Dehydration: Mature skin often becomes drier due to a decrease in natural oil production. Using makeup products that contain moisturizing ingredients can help maintain a healthy, hydrated complexion.

Fine Lines and Wrinkles: Makeup can settle into fine lines and wrinkles, making them more noticeable. Lightweight, liquid-based foundations and primers specifically designed to fill in fine lines can help create a smoother appearance.

The first step you can take to improve your routine is to move away from powder foundations and start to use a liquid or cream. Face powder is still OK to use in your routine but being more strategic with it is key. Using powder lightly dusted in areas that have a shine is the only time I use this on mature skin.

Next you want to switch out your powder blushers and bronzers for liquid or cream formulas. This will help your skin to look softer and refreshed.

Products I recommend:

Primers

• The Ordinary High-Adherence Silicone Primer

• Stila One Step Correct

• Maybelline Baby Skin Primer

• Laura Mercier Pure Canvas Primer Blurring

• Revlon PhotoReady PRIME PLUS Perfecting and Smoothing Primer

Foundation

• L'oréal True Match Foundation - Lightweight creamy liquid, luminous natural finish. Suitable for sensitive skin.

• L’Oreal Age Perfect BB Cover - Medium coverage, dewy finish.

• Bobbi Brown Skin Foundation Stick - Medium coverage, natural finish.

• IT Cosmetics CC Cream - Full coverage, radiant finish.

• Giorgio Armani Luminous Silk - Medium coverage, radiant satin finish.

  
  

Blusher

• No7 Lip & Cheek Tint

• Collection Filter Finish Liquid Blush Wand

• Laura Mercier Tinted Moisturiser Blush

• Armani Luminous Silk Cheek Tint

• Anastasia Beverly Hills Blurring Serum Blush

Bronzer

• Laura Mercier Tinted Moisturiser Bronzer

• NARS Bronzing Cream

• ICONIC London Sheer Bronze

• Lumene Invisible Illumination Liquid Bronzer

Eye Area Concerns: The skin around the eyes becomes more delicate and may show signs of aging, such as crow's feet and sagging. Using cream-based eyeshadows, gentle eyeliners, and a good under-eye concealer can enhance the eye area without emphasizing these concerns.

Using powder eyeshadow is absolutely still OK, but if you have crepey skin that bothers you switching to a cream eyeshadow will be better. For darkness under and around the eye you want to select concealers that are light and hydrating so not to draw attention to the fine lines.

Products I recommend:

Cream Eyeshadow

• NARS Total Seduction Eyeshadow Stick

• KIKO Milano Long Lasting Eyeshadow Stick

• Bobbi Brown Long-Wear Cream Shadow Stick Duo

• Bobbi Brown Long-Wear Cream Shadow Stick

• Laura Mercier Caviar Stick Eye Colour

Concealer

• Maybelline Instant Anti Age Eraser Concealer

• Maybelline Fit Me! Concealer

• L'Oréal Paris True Match Radiant Serum Concealer

• Rimmel Lasting Radiance Concealer

• L'Oréal Paris True Match The One Concealer

Eyeliner

• L'Oréal Paris Superliner Le Khol

• KVD Beauty Tattoo Pencil Liner Long-Wear Gel Eyeliner

• Maybelline Tattoo Liner Smokey Gel Pencil Eye Liner Waterproof

• NYX Professional Makeup Epic Wear Long Lasting Liner Stick

• MAC Eye Kohl Pencil Liner

Loss of Radiance: Mature skin can lose its natural glow and appear dull. Using highlighters and products with a luminous finish can bring back a healthy, radiant look. The best way I find to use luminous products is before foundation after applying moisturiser. You will notice a beautiful dewy effect coming through your foundation.

For that extra glow and dewiness, mix a little bit of product in with your foundation.

Products I recommend:

• No7 Skin Illuminator

• Armani Fluid Sheer Highlighter

• MAC Strobe Cream

• Revlon SkinLights Face Glow Illuminator

• L'Oréal Paris Paradise Lumi Glotion

Natural looking eyes: you may find brown mascara to be a more suitable option as it provides a softer, more natural look compared to black mascara. This can be particularly flattering as it enhances the lashes without looking too harsh or heavy, which can be more suitable for mature skin.

Black mascara can sometimes appear too stark, especially on lighter skin tones or those with lighter hair. Brown mascara complements these features more gently. Brown mascara, especially if it's a gentle formula, can be less irritating and more comfortable to wear.

Products I recommend:

• Benefit Limited Edition BADgal BANG! Volumising Mascara

• Eyeko Limitless Lengthening Mascara

• Rimmel Volume Thrill Seeker Mascara

• GUERLAIN Noir G 24h Intense Volume Curl Mascara

• Maxfactor Divine Lashes Mascara

Lip Changes: Lips can become thinner and develop fine lines. Using lip liners to define the lips, hydrating lipsticks, and avoiding very matte formulas can prevent feathering and keep lips looking fuller.

My tip if you are concerned about your lips getting thinner is to slightly overdraw with your liner. This will create the illusion of slightly fuller lips.

Products I recommend:

Lip Liner

• Rimmel Lasting Finish 8HR Lip Liner

• MAC Lip Pencil

• KIKO Milano Creamy Colour Comfort Lip Liner

• Maybelline Colourshow Shaping Lip Liner

• Barry M Cosmetics Lip Liner

Lipstick

• Armani Lip Power

• MAC Satin Lipstick

• BareMinerals Mineralist Hydra Smoothing Lipstick

• MAC Cremesheen Pearl Lipstick

• GUERLAIN Kisskiss Bee Glow Honey Tint Balm

I hope you found this post helpful and now feel more confident with the types of products to choose for your changing skin. A makeup lesson is always a great place to start when you are looking to change your routine and find new products you love. If you feel like you would like professional guidance with choosing the right colours for you, and feeling more confident with the application, please do get in touch.

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