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Makeup Tips That Erase 10 Years

These simple makeup color and formula changes will have you looking younger in a flash

by Audrey Fine

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Erase 10 years: Lighten up on foundation and concealer Before
It's tempting to spackle coverage on to even skin tone and hide dark circles or problem spots, but cakey makeup can seep into wrinkles and make them look deeper, Barose says. Yet too little coverage can make you look tired.

After
"Always prep with a moisturizer before applying foundation. The extra bit of moisture helps makeup slide on smoothly and evenly," says Barbie Laurino, a global makeup artist for Laura Mercier.

Ideally, your makeup should allow your natural skin to show through, not blanket it. "To get the lightest, most sheer layer of coverage, use a damp sponge or synthetic brush instead of using your fingers," Kashuk says. These tools control the product so it's not applied too thick. Then, dot concealer on the spots that need extra coverage: under your eyes, around your nose and on any pimples. If you have dark circles under your eyes, avoid yellow-based concealer, which makes skin look green and ashy, Laurino says.

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good tips

by LittleBunny Monday, January 21, 2013 at 11:08AM Report as inappropriate

thanks for tips !

by Chelssax3 Saturday, January 12, 2013 at 07:59PM Report as inappropriate

I recently noticed how my beloved pink shimmer eye shadows are making me look tired. I read this article and switched to satin neutral tones and I'm amazed at the difference.

by luckygal79 Sunday, December 30, 2012 at 03:38PM Report as inappropriate

Pretty much common sense. As you age makeup tends to pool up into fine lines. Less is usually best.

by toddfan Sunday, December 30, 2012 at 03:21PM Report as inappropriate

some great tips!

by Chris213 Sunday, December 30, 2012 at 06:16AM Report as inappropriate

Nice tips

by EricaC123 Saturday, December 29, 2012 at 11:27AM Report as inappropriate

Excellent tips! All true. I wish was at least one tip that was something new to me, which is the only reason I didn't give it 10 stars. Good reminders though.

by dancerbygrace Friday, December 28, 2012 at 07:12AM Report as inappropriate

wow

by aishak55 Friday, December 21, 2012 at 07:05PM Report as inappropriate

I found this useful. I still believe the best 'accessory' to have is a smile!

by joji55 Tuesday, December 11, 2012 at 02:20AM Report as inappropriate

Great tips!!

by Ladybugg9 Tuesday, November 20, 2012 at 05:29PM Report as inappropriate