Take 10 Years Off Your Age Right Now, Pt. 1
Posted by girlpaint | Filed under anti-aging, blush, concealer, cosmetics, education, eye liner, eyebrows, eyeshadow, foundation, lipgloss, makeup, mascara, primer, self-improvement, skin care, sun care, tools, brushes, gizmos, gadgets
Properly applied make up can make you look fabulous. But unless it’s done the right way and using the right amount, make up can actually add years to your face.
As a 37 year old former makeup artist, I’ve learned a few simple tips to follow that will help you look younger starting today:
FACE
- Moisturize your skin–face and neck–with a light moisturizer before you apply your makeup…and allow it to sink in, about 5-10 minutes
- Apply makeup primer BEFORE any makeup. The least expensive and one of the most effective I’ve found (it rivals Smashbox): Monistat Anti-Chafing Gel. It contains the EXACT same ingredients as most of the best makeup primers. Plus, you can pick up a tube at most drugstores for $5
- Apply your concealer BEFORE foundation. Using your finger or a concealer brush, pat a little concealer under your eyes, around your nose and on any blemishes or discoloration. Concealer before foundation prevents you applying too much foundation.
- Apply less foundation. And switch to mineral foundation. The better brands and newest formulations (Jane Iredale, Everyday Minerals are some of my favorites) give excellent NATURAL coverage with a light application
- Apply blush to the apple (round part that pops out when you smile) of your cheeks. For a youthful glow, use a cheek stain or cream blush in a pink, rosy or peach-y color
- Blend your makeup well and use a light touch
January 21st, 2008 at 5:46 PM
That Monostat tip is worth its weight in gold. I used to use this expensive stuff that came in a glass bottle (baaaad for travel) and had to be applied with a dropper. It was, like, $85! I can’t remember the brand…Clinique? ANYway, I had been missing having that stuff but not willing to pay for it. Now I KNOW the solution. Many thanks.
January 22nd, 2008 at 4:48 AM
Yea, I got fed up with spending $50 and up for primer. One of my last big-time primers was $85 and that one made me nauseus.