Makeup artist reveals beauty mistakes that make you look older in each decade
Makeup artist reveals beauty mistakes that make you look older in each decade
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We all hope that the right dotting of concealer and foundation results in a dewy glow and youthful visage - but common mistakes more often than not lead to product getting stuck in wrinkles and accentuating blemishes. Makeup expert Laura Kay, the founder of semi-permanent makeup parlour Laura Kay London, sees many people across all generations make the same errors on a daily basis.
![[Laura's advice to those in their 30s is to replace harsh eyeliner with well-blended eyeshadow. Pictured: Woman in her 30s before 'younger' makeup (L) and after (R)]](https://i.dailymail.co.uk/1s/2024/12/22/16/93404113-14218619-Woman_in_her_30s_before_makeup-a-99_1734884963943.jpg)
Rather than achieving a playful bold glam, sometimes heavy lipstick and eye makeup mixed with bold brows can actually end up piling years onto your age, rather than taking them off. And using heavy, dehydrating foundations when you enter more senior years will dry out your skin - not giving you a smooth, matte look.
![[Laura, who is in her 40s, is pictured before having flattering makeup done (L) and after giving herself a younger makeup (R)]](https://i.dailymail.co.uk/1s/2024/12/23/08/93404119-14218619-Laura_who_is_in_her_40s_is_pictured_before_doing_makeup_that_mak-a-1_1734942908795.jpg)
Speaking exclusively to FEMAIL, the expert said that 'learning and applying age-specific makeup tips can enhance your natural features'. 'Makeup is a powerful tool that, when used correctly, can make you look more radiant at any age,' she added. 'You just need to follow a set of expert tips.'.
![[Laura's advice to those in their 50s is to ensure that you continue hydrating your skin (stock image)]](https://i.dailymail.co.uk/1s/2024/12/23/08/93404353-14218619-Laura_s_advice_to_those_in_their_50s_is_to_ensure_you_continue_h-a-3_1734942908813.jpg)
Here, the beautician shares her advice on how to take years off your face by making some very minor changes to your routine... A woman in her 20s is pictured before makeup (L) and after having flattering makeup (R) done on her face. Laura says that your 20s are about 'laying the foundation - literally and figuratively - for a lifelong beauty routine'.
![[A woman in her 60s is pictured before adopting Laura's makeup techniques (L) and after incorporating them into her daily routine (R)]](https://i.dailymail.co.uk/1s/2024/12/23/08/93404123-14218619-A_woman_in_her_60s_before_adopting_Laura_s_makeup_techniques-a-4_1734942908823.jpg)
