5 Makeup Tricks to look younger!

As skin ages it loses elasticity, becomes drier and begins to develop fine lines.

It's tempting to reach for full coverage foundation but, actually, a heavy matte foundation is likely to accentuate ageing skin and highlight pores. Makeup experts recommend a lighter foundation to give more natural results on a mature skin. 

They suggest a face primer to smooth out fine lines, using a concealer on any age spots or dark patches. A lighter weight foundation on top gives a light and dewy look; much more youthful.

The makeup trick to look younger is to switch to a tinted moisturiser giving a lighter and more natural look. One of the best is L'Oréal Paris Age Perfect BB Cream infused with hydrating serum. It gives good coverage and has a SPF 50 protection; everything you could want in one product! 

As early as our 40's eyebrows will naturally begin to thin and discolor. Not only do they become more sparse but they also become straggly which means you need to be armed with a pair of tweezers to keep them in check. A good magnifying mirror is invaluable! 

A well shaped eyebrow provides the frame to a woman's face and adding color and volume is really flattering. You might choose to use a pencil, liquid or even elect for micro blading or tatooing. But beware, if you choose to keep your hair dark this can be very ageing if too dark and heavy. 

The makeup trick to look younger is to go no more than two shades darker than your hair. Laura Mercier ash blonde brow pencil is particularly good with blonde or gray hair, as most brown pencils have a gingery tone!

The aim of blusher is to look natural and healthy like a natural blush!! So it's important that it tones with your natural coloring.

If you know your color direction it's easy to  tone your blusher to your lipstick; you may also have a color swatch which shows you the best shades. an just follow the . In fact many women will use the same product - very well blended of course. 

The easy peasy makeup trick to look younger is to use a cream blusher which is easier to apply and gives a softer effect than a dry powder. Add just a little to the apple of your cheeks blending outwards and upwards. A little goes a long way so use it sparingly! 

Many women use the same product which saves time worrying about co-ordinating shades! 

Liquid eyeliner can certainly look dramatic but for a more mature skin it's certainly too harsh for every day.

The makeup trick to look younger is to swap out for a L'Oreal kohl pencil (on the top lid only) which gives a softer effect. Brown is better than black but, personally, I prefer gray which works well with lighter or gray hair and is far better with Cool skin. If you find it too stark then the trick is to blend. Use a sponge applicator or even your finger to gently smudge and diffuse the eyeliner for a softer look. 

If you're wary of using mascara on your bottom lashes, try it just at the outer edges. It will add more definition to the eye area without the need for extra eyeliner.