Guest Post: Makeup

I love being able to write. I love the age that I am at. I love being a Gramma but not looking like one. Who said that when we reached our 40s and 50s we had to begin looking frumpy? Who said that when we turned into Grammas we had to look frumpy, roly-poly and sit in a rocking chair? Time to change that attitude. That is why I love to talk about how wonderful we can look as we get older. We have lived a full life, we have been knocked flat a few times but we always get up. We have raised our kids, or they are to that point that they don't need to be hovered over and some of us have grandbabies. How wonderful! I plan on being one hot Gramma. Here's another few tips about how to look fabulous as we mature.

Make-up: Foundation should be worked into the skin rather than just smeared on. Women who have mild skin irregularities should use liquid foundation, while those who have more noticeable irregularities should use compact powder, which is better at covering problem areas. Foundations and powder with light-reflecting pigments look especially nice because they even out the wrinkles. Foundation should not be applied too thickly, otherwise it can get flaky, uneven and leave spots on the face. Use products free of extra oils, fats and leave a matte finish.

Try not to conceal everything. Its better to accept wrinkles and age spots than cover them with a mask. 

Refrain from using strongly colored blushes and choose tender tones. Begin at the middle of the cheekbone and spread the blush outward to the temples. When the cheekbones are emphasized the face looks younger. 

But apply make-up discreetly.

Only three steps are necessary to make a face look harmonious and expressive. Lighten the skin, apply blush and define the eyebrows.

Summation:

moisturize before make-up

don't try to cover every flaw

Lighter shades of lipstick and blush work best

Use light reflecting cream around the eyes

Mild skin irregularities? Use liquid foundation

You look fantastic!

From one Hot Gramma