9 beauty mistakes that make you look older than you really are and how to fix them

as we age our skin loses collagen, elastin and firmness. This can lead to increased wrinkles, fine lines, and sagging. While there are many skin care and makeup which help mature skin retain its youthful glow, there are also a few beauty mistakes that can age your appearance. From excessive plucking of eyebrows and skipping primer to wrong foundation choice и forget about exfoliation, we take a look at the most common beauty mistakes that can age the look of your skin. 

Beauty Mistake #1: Over-tweezing your eyebrows

As we age, our hair can naturally become thinner, so don't over-tweeze your eyebrows. To look younger, lightly tint your brows with an eyebrow pencil, such as Eyebrow Pencil NYX Professional Makeup Fill & Fluff. This will give you lush, thick brows. 

Mistake #2: Not using a primer

Primers can prep skin and prevent makeup from settling on fine lines and wrinkles, so it's important to keep this step of your makeup in mind. If you are looking for a primer that gives a blur effect, we recommend Giorgio Armani Silk Hydrating Primer. It provides a smooth canvas and will help hide imperfections in skin texture. Plus, your makeup will last all day. 

Beauty Mistake #3: Choosing the Wrong Hair Color 

While we're all for letting your gray hair grow back, you can also color your silver strands. If you want to color your hair, make sure you choose a color that complements your skin tone. A shade that warms up your complexion will make you look younger and feel rejuvenated in no time.  

Mistake #4: Choosing the wrong foundation 

If you have mature skin, choose a foundation that is hydrating and wrinkle-free. We loved L'Oréal Paris Age Perfect Radiance Tinted Serum. It contains ingredients that are good for you, such as hyaluronic acid and vitamin B3, and contains SPF. If you're not happy with your current powder or full coverage foundation, try this option. 

Beauty Mistake #5: Avoiding Blush 

While you might think that blush isn't for you, it can actually help give your complexion a nice rosy hue and a subtle glow. For a natural glow, simply apply blush to the apples of your cheeks. You can also apply the product to the high points of the cheekbones to give them a lifted look. Don't know which blush to use? We recommend Maybelline New York Cheek Heat. Its gel texture blends perfectly and won't leave you sticky. 

Beauty Mistake #6: Not Exfoliating 

When your skin has a buildup of dead surface skin cells, it can start to look dull. This is why regular exfoliation (about once to three times a week) is key to maintaining or restoring radiance. Exfoliation not only promotes surface cell renewal, but also cleanses the pores and skin of dirt, grime, and bacteria. We love to include a chemical exfoliator such as L'Oréal Paris Revitalift Pure Serum 10% Glycolic Acid, into our routine. 

Beauty Mistake #7: Forget SPF 

You shouldn't go a day without sunscreen on your skin. The sun's ultraviolet rays can prematurely age the skin, as can free radicals caused by air pollution. By applying (and reapplying) a broad-spectrum sunscreen of SPF 30 or higher daily, combined with antioxidants like vitamin C, you can help protect your skin from visible fine lines, wrinkles, dark spots, and even some skin cancers. For sensitive, mature skin we love Melting Milk La Roche-Posay Anthelios SPF 100 or Sunscreen Vichy LiftActiv Peptide-C. 

Beauty Mistake #8: Overdoing Eyeliner 

If you have crow's feet, fine lines or creases in your eye area, heavy and thick black eyeliner may not work. Try to lift your eyes or use a formula that doesn't smudge or leak the delicate skin of your eyelids. We love L'Oréal Paris Age Perfect Satin Glide Eyeliner. It is available in black, charcoal and brown so you can choose the shade that best suits your skin tone. 

Beauty Mistake #9: Clumpy mascara on lower lashes 

As with eyeliner, too much mascara on the lower lashes can draw attention to eye bags, dark circles, fine lines, and more. Volumetric mascara on the upper lashes will make your eyes open and cheerful. If you prefer to apply mascara to the lower lashes, try using a thin brush, such as Mascara NYX Professional Makeup Skinny.