Youth is great but getting older has charm of its own. The liberation that it brings, the joy of being in a secure place, the confidence of experience; life in the 40s and the 50s is great.
However, youth has the advantage of an effortlessly beautiful skin. There is ample collagen and elastin production. Skin is taut and smooth. There are lesser skin challenges awaiting women during youth.
But just because you are old does not mean you cannot have a beautiful skin. Of course, menopause does not make things easier. The hormonal changes that accompany it make things harder still.
Even if you are consulting your Dermatologist in Islamabad for getting Botox or similar treatments, things are not so simple. There are many different aspects that need to be considered in this process, or else, you can have a botched Botox.
There are skincare and makeup tips that you can also utilize for to make your skin look beautiful as you age!
Makeup and skincare tips for mature skin
Don’t go in with too much makeup
Makeup itself ages you, and when you are already getting older, you don’t want the help of makeup. Moreover, using the general makeup tips on mature skin might not be a great idea; makeup can settle in the grooves that are present on the skin, and become more prominent. Furthermore, mature skin also has lesser moisture, so the makeup looks less natural.
So, don’t apply makeup with a heavy hand. Try to tone it down. Don’t use too much powdered makeup, since that is more prone to making the skin look dry. Thick makeup can also cause it to settle more deeply into the wrinkles and cause the makeup to look cracked. Opt for a more glowing look, with more sheen and shine instead of matte appearance.
Massage your skin
The action of massaging helps in improving blood flow to the skin. This then ensures that skin gets the nutrition that it needs and becomes healthier.
Massage is also very soothing and relaxing, so it helps in removing tension from your body and hence face. You also can also try to include different techniques like jade roller alongside so that the massage can also help in depuffing your skin as well.
Moisturizer is key
With age, skin becomes drier. This not only affects the appearance of the skin, but it also makes the skin look more textured. Lack of adequate hydration to the skin also accentuates the fine lines and wrinkles.
So, make sure that you have a trusty moisturizer on you. Try to use it at least twice a day. Moreover, you can also try to incorporate hydration serums that ensure your skin remains hydrated and plump. Try to use a good moisturizer when before starting out with makeup, so that it can cater to the drying effect that makeup has.
Facelifting techniques
Alongside going easy on the makeup, also try to incorporate facelifting techniques. Try to apply the eyeliner with an upward flick, try to use a dark brown, shade and apply less product.
Use mascara for opening your eyes. Place the blush with upward motion, as it you are lifting your face. Cream products are better. Try to make your eyebrows look soft and slightly full.
Use Vitamin C
Vitamin C is a very important component of skincare. It helps in improving the production of collagen. Vitamin C also is good for making the skin glow. It also is a good antioxidant, which then caters to the wellbeing of the skin. Vitamin C is also a good anti-inflammatory agent.
Another reason you should be going for vitamin C is that is helps in hydrating the skin. It also deals with hyperpigmentation, ensuring your skin looks even. So, be sure to ask your Skin Specialist in Lahore for recommendation for a good vitamin C serum to add to your skincare routine.
