10 makeup tricks to look younger

As the years go by, your skin changes and your makeup needs to change with it. But with the right tricks, you can get a fresh, radiant and youthful look at any age. Here are the 10 best makeup tricks to look younger, simple and effective.

Why does makeup change with age?

Over time, skin loses firmness and radiance, the first expression lines appear and pores become more visible. That is why the techniques and products that worked in your 20s may not be the best choice in your 40s or 50s. The key is to adapt your makeup to how your skin is now.

10 makeup tricks for a younger look

1. Use a foundation with a satin finish

Very matte foundations can emphasise wrinkles and make your complexion look dull. Choose a foundation with a satin or luminous finish that gives your skin a fresh, dewy look.

2. Less powder, more highlighter

Avoid applying too much setting powder over expression lines. Instead, use a liquid highlighter on the high points of your face: cheekbones, forehead and Cupid's bow.

3. Take care of your brows

Well-shaped brows bring youth and structure to the face. They can thin out with age, so fill in the gaps with a pencil or an eyeshadow in the same shade. Defined brows visually lift your eyes.

4. Eyeliner on the upper lid

Avoid lining the lower lash line, as it can close up your eyes and make them look smaller. A fine line on the upper lid opens up the eyes and makes them more expressive.

5. Mascara on the upper lashes

Apply mascara only to your upper lashes and, if you like, to the roots of the lower ones. The result is a more open, brighter look without overloading the eyes.

6. Peach or coral blush

Peach and coral shades bring warmth and life to the face. Apply with a large brush in circular motions on the cheekbones and blend towards the temples for a natural effect.

Over the years, powder blushes tend to highlight skin texture, while cream ones blend in better. A blush stick in Bliss or Bare, applied high on the cheekbone and blended towards the temple, gives a lifted effect without looking heavy, and a touch of highlighter stick with a fine pearly sheen adds light with a skin-like finish.

7. Warm, satin-finish lipstick

Dark or very matte lipsticks can harden your features. Go for peach, soft pink, warm nude or coral with a satin finish. They add colour and a youthful touch without taking away radiance.

8. Moisturise before makeup

Moisturising well beforehand helps makeup stick better and last longer. Well-hydrated skin looks smoother and plumper, which makes it easier to get an even, radiant finish.

9. Soft, well-blended contour

If you contour, use a small amount and blend it very well. Contour that is too strong can harden your features and age you. The aim is to sculpt naturally.

10. Perfume, the invisible accessory

Perfume is the detail that completes any look. For a fresh, youthful style, we recommend floral or citrus fragrances such as divain-191 or divain-222. A beautiful scent is the final touch that changes everything.