Makeup tips that erase years

I was reading an article on the internet last night on different ways to make yourself look younger. After 40, skin loses elasticity and thins, which makes you look tired and allows blood vessels to show through, also showing more discoloration. Oh, so that is what is happening to me!

I am sure you all know a thing or two about applying lipstick, eyeliner and blush, but did you know that as you age and and your skin changes, that your makeup needs to change too? Fine lines, sagging, and increasing dryness mean your current makeup just isn't refreshing like it once did.

In the article, Bobbi Brown, a well-known makeup artist and author of three best sellers on beauty and the founder of her own multimillion-dollar cosmetics business shares her three favorite products to wake up tired skin, camouflage wrinkles, and make your whole face look more youthful.

Creamy Concealer:

Concealer lightens dark circles, gives lids the appearance of a lift, and provides an overall glow.

1. Choose the Right Hue ~ Pick a yellow-based formula that's at least two shades lighter than your skin tone.

2. Apply It ~ Using a small-headed concealer brush, apply a dab along the lower lashes to the innermost corner of eyes and the hollows of the nose. You can also use your ring finger, which has a naturally light touch and added warmth to tap and gently blend.

3. Set ~ A dusting of a sheer, loose yellow-toned powder locks the concealer in place.

Hydrating Foundation:

Foundation is key because it addresses three of the most common age-related issues--fine lines, sagging skin, and sun spots. Creamy formulas moisturize, plumping up droopy skin and evening out tone. Avoid anything powdery or matte, which makes wrinkles more pronounced.

1. Choose the Right Hue ~ Test several hues (a color that looks lighter than your skin tone, one just right, and a darker option) by making three stripes from your cheek to jawline. Check in natural light by a window or doorway; the base that disappears seamlessly into your skin is the correct one.

2. Apply It ~ Pat a small amount to areas that need evening out (red spots or blemishes) with a makeup wedge, foundation brush, or fingertip. Blend upward and diffuse out toward your hairline for the most natural effect. Don't go overboard--it will just cake.

3. Set ~ If your skin is on the oily side, finish with a light coat of loose, yellow-toned face powder on your forehead, nose, and chin (apply with a blush brush or velour puff) to lock foundation and smooth texture.

Rosy Lip Color :
Lips can lose color with age and become more prone to dryness. Ultrabright colors with heavy pigments are wrong at this stage; pick sheer lipsticks and glosses instead to hydrate and add sheen, which helps lips look fuller. Natural-but-better shades, like rose and pinky beige, also mitigate the appearance of fine lines by reflecting light.

1. Choose the Right Hue ~ The most flattering shade should be close to your natural lip color but complement your skin tone. Pinky brown, nude, beige pink, rosy brown, and blackberry are universally flattering.

2. Line ~ To prevent color from seeping into pesky vertical lines, use a lip pencil that matches your lipstick; line the natural border of your top lip (pay special attention to its V shape) and underneath your lower lip. For fullness, fill in the entire border of your lips.

3. Apply Color ~ Use a lip brush to apply; the synthetic fibers help lipstick or gloss adhere and fill in lines like putty. Blend from corner to corner, and press your lips together to seal in the shade.

4. Finish ~ For added sheen and fullness, dab your lipstick with clear gloss in the center of your mouth.