Ageing is a natural process and there is no shame in it, but while makeup is often used to enhance natural beauty, some mistakes during application could be doing more harm to your complexion than good.
Hayley Walker, a makeup artist from Justmylook explained: “While makeup can enhance our natural beauty, using the incorrect products and techniques can actually result in the opposite. There are common mistakes that can add years to your face, however, understanding the error and relearning makeup techniques can lead to a radiant, youthful complexion.”
According to Hayley, three mistakes when applying your base layer of make-up such as foundation and concealer could be emphasizing fine lines and wrinkles, and making your skin look dry.
Primer
The first mistake many people make when applying their makeup products is missing primer out of their routine.
“Primer is essential in a makeup routine, and skipping it can affect how your makeup looks,” explained Hayley.
“Applying primer gives you a smooth base and helps blur out pores and fine lines. Without primer, your makeup can settle into fine lines and wrinkles, making it look creased.
“To avoid this, always apply primer. A dimethicone-based primer is great for achieving a youthful complexion, as it offers a smooth texture while retaining moisture and filling any fine lines and wrinkles.
“The Catrice Cosmetics Skin Glaze Hydrating Serum Primer achieves the perfect base for your makeup, creating a radiant glass-skin effect. This primer’s lightweight, non-greasy formula is kind to the skin and provides a moisture boost for a smooth makeup application.”
Concealer
Concealer is great for hiding any dark circles or blemishes you might want to cover up, but getting the application right is essential. Hayley explained:
“When it comes to concealer, less is more. Using too much can make your skin look dry, cakey, and creased, which can make you look older. Concealer can settle into fine lines and wrinkles, highlighting them instead of hiding them. Plus, too much concealer can mess up the rest of your makeup, so it’s better to keep it light.
“Apply a few dots under your eyes and gently tap them in instead of rubbing; this helps blend the concealer better. To keep your skin hydrated and avoid the concealer drying you out, go for a concealer with ceramide. This ingredient helps keep your skin moisturised and strengthens its protective barrier, giving you a smoother base for your makeup.”
Foundation
“Using the wrong foundation, and too much of it, can make you look older,” explained Hayley.
“As we age, our skin loses collagen and elasticity, becoming drier and saggier. The wrong foundation formula can highlight these signs of ageing, making your skin look older. A matte, full-coverage foundation is especially harsh on ageing skin, as it can dry out the skin and leave a cakey, unflattering finish.
“To minimise the risk of adding a decade to your face, I recommend using serum or lightweight foundations. This will help hydrate the skin while creating a more natural-looking base for a youthful appearance.
“The Catrice Cosmetics Nude Drop Tinted Serum Foundation has a hydrating, lightweight formula that keeps the skin moisturised while providing a serum-like foundation base.”
