How To Change Your Makeup For Your 40s

Change Up Your Makeup Routine to Ensure it’s Right for Your Age

As the years go on, the way we do our makeup and the products we reach for is bound to change. Thank goodness we're past the phase of over-plucking our brows and using glitter mascara! Just like our skincare, as we age our routine calls for different products and ingredients to keep us looking and feeling our best. Everyone's skin type and texture are constantly evolving so it’s important that we know how to get the most out of our makeup products. Switching to mineral makeup and softening your look are some of the secrets to achieving flawless makeup in your 40s. So here are a few simple changes you can make to ensure your makeup works best for you!

Switch to Mineral Makeup

The beauty of mineral makeup is that it acts as a second skin! Lightweight and super breathable, the natural minerals combine with your skin's oils to give you flawless coverage. While many people think that mineral makeup will settle into fine lines and wrinkles, there are a few ways to avoid this happening. The first is to use a primer such as the Youngblood Mineral Primer before you start applying your mineral base. Once you've applied that, start buffing in a mineral powder like the Aspect Mineral Powder in circular motions. This will help warm the makeup against your skin so it can apply smoothly, giving you buildable coverage that looks completely natural.

Avoid Glitter

Shimmery and glittery eyeshadows may seem like a good idea at the time, but take a look in the mirror a few hours and you might change your mind. Any eyeshadow that is glitter or shimmer particles will age your makeup look, as they tend to settle into lines and accentuate any wrinkles that may be there. But this doesn't mean fun eyeshadow has to go! Using an eyeshadow primer like the Elizabeth Arden Advanced Eye Fix Primer before applying some natural, lighter-toned eyeshadow will help lift your face and draw the right kind of attention to your eyes. We love the creamy formula of the Lancome Ombre Hypnose Eyeshadow Sticks. They're so versatile and perfect for any occasion!

Dewy Looks

Now that you have your mineral base figured out, it's time to continue your journey to natural, glowy makeup. Using a cream blush such as the Inika Organic Lip & Cheek Cream instead of a powder allows the product to blend seamlessly into the skin to leave you with a flushed, dewy finish. Just like glitter eyeshadow, we want to avoid products that could settle into any pesky fine lines. Opting for more cream products adds a healthy, plumped look to our makeup and will help it look flawless for longer.

Avoid Matte Powders

It's a well-known beauty rule that setting your makeup with a powder helps it last longer. But when it comes to makeup in your 40s, not all setting powders are created equal. Using a matte powder tends to create a heavier, cakey makeup look which is the opposite of what we want! When looking for a setting powder, look for something like the Youngblood Hi-Definition Hydrating Mineral Powder. This powder is perfect as it's packed full of skin-loving hydration and moisturising properties. Because it is a translucent powder too, you don't have to worry about adding too much coverage and ruining your glowy, natural finish.

Soften Your Liner

While eyes may be the window to the soul, they're also incredibly prone to fine lines and wrinkles. Ditching the pencil and reaching for a liquid eyeliner can help minimise the amount of pulling and tugging on the delicate skin around your eyes. As well as this, brown eyeliner is a lot more complimentary on all skin tones and ages as it looks a lot more natural than the harsh black eyeliner you see in magazines. The Eye Of Horus Liquid Define Liner in brown is a great option for eyeliner beginners, with the felt tip applicator making it really easy to create the perfect eye look.

When it comes to using makeup in your 40s, 50s and any age really, we're firm believers that less is always more! The best advice would be to invest in your skincare, so when it comes time to apply your makeup, every product is helping to accentuate your features. Done are the days of trying to hide under our makeup. By keeping it natural and simple, you can't go wrong.