Almost all makeup artists will agree that matte eyeshadow and low shimmer is better suited for the mature woman's skin. Shimmery and frosty eyeshadows tend to accentuate wrinkles and make a woman look older. You want to accentuate your eyes without actually taking attention away from them.
Although cream eyeshadow has gained a reputation for being easier to apply, a powder eyeshadow will always flatter mature eyes better because it is less likely to migrate across the skin and sink into fine lines.
Steer clear of anything glittery, but don't skip slightly shimmery shadows that can help diffuse the light round your eyes, making them appear more youthful. Eyeshadow for aging eyes also requires careful application. Start with a primer and apply your cream or matte shadow once it's dried.
Neutrals and Pinks. Neutral and pink colored eye shadows also make you look younger. Neutrals will also complement your everyday look without making you feel that you have over done your makeup, whether you are in the office or college.
To apply your eye makeup when you're over 50, start by applying a primer to the skin around your eyes, which will help smooth out any wrinkles. Next, apply a concealer that's 1 or 2 shades lighter than your skin to the skin under your eyes to cover up dark circles.
Opt for a lighter eyeshadow rather than a dark, smoky shade on your eyelids and around the eyes, like Jenna Dewan Tatum. "Highlighting the corners makes eyes look brighter and fresh," says Ahnert. "Use a light color shadow in matte or shimmer to inner corner, lower lash line in outer corner, and the inner lid."
Powder eyeshadows are hands down the most common type of eyeshadow that you will come across. And if you are an eye makeup beginner, this is the best eyeshadow for you. Pressed powder eyeshadows are the easiest to blend.
Light shimmery shadows will emphasise, whilst matte tones will add shadow and definition. Bearing this in mind, if you place shimmer on the centre points of your eye it will attract attention to the iris. If you want to give definition to an area, e.g. the socket or lash line, opt for a dark matte eyeshadow.
Eyeliners for older women should have staying power, should offer smooth application, and not should not cause creasing. They can go anywhere from a few bucks at a drugstore to well over $40 for more upscale brands. We've put together a list of our favorite eyeliners for older women.
DON'T wear mascara on your lower lashes. Playing up your lower lashes can make your eyes look droopy and draw attention to dark circles. It makes the eyes look older and accentuates the under eye wrinkles.
You may adore it, but metallic eye shadow can really age you if your eyelids aren't as taut as they once were — and, unfortunately, that's just a natural part of aging. These fun shimmer shadows can enhance and draw attention to wrinkles and fine lines in this area.
Using too many dark colours: Putting too much eye makeup, especially dark colours like black would draw attention to wrinkles and fine lines around the eye area. Such colors look way too harsh and would make you look older than your real age.
Step 3: Take your light shade and apply it over your entire lid going from your upper lash-line up to the brow bone, right below your brows. The most concentration should be on the brow bone area.
Metallic finishes seem to have underlying gold or silver shimmer to give a more foiled effect. They look shiny and resemble actual metal like gold, silver, foil, copper and bronze. This works well on ebony or darker skin tones.
A trend we've been seeing a lot recently is what is called either “halo” or “spotlight” eyes. This technique uses strategic shadow placement in order to fake the appearance of larger, rounder eyes. Basically, what you want to do is “sandwich” a very light color with a darker color on both the upper and lower lids.
In a study published in the journal Frontiers in Psychology, darker brows were found to make a person look younger, since we seem to (subconsciously) associate defined contrasts in facial features with youth. That makes sense, considering eyebrows do tend to lighten with age.
Line the outer edges of your upper lid to make your eyes look lifted. As you age, the skin on your eyelids tends to droop. Use an eyeliner to bring back the youthful shape to your eyes. Apply the eyeliner from the middle of your top lash lines to the outer corners.
They're the result of facial muscles continually tugging on, and eventually creasing, the skin. Other folds may get deeper because of the way fat decreases and moves around. Finer wrinkles are due to sun damage, smoking, and natural degeneration of elements of the skin that keep it thick and supple.
Keep Your Lines Thin
Keep eyeliner on the lower lid thin and inconspicuous. The obvious pitfall of bottom eyeliner is that it can create the impression of dark circles beneath your eyes, which no one wants.
Drinking enough water each day replenishes your skin's tissue and cells, allowing for younger and healthier looking skin. Another key to maintaining a youthful appearance is to simply get some rest! When you sleep, your body continuously releases hormones that promote cell turnover and renewal.
When stored correctly (in a cool and dry place), eyeshadows will last at least 2 years. Always check your eyeshadows for any signs of expiration. If you notice a change in smell, texture, lack of pigmentation, or if your shadows have started to harden, it is time to throw them away.