Pro Makeup Tips for Older Women: Glow Over 50!
Just like our style, interests, and overall aesthetic evolve as we age, so do the cosmetics we aspire to. You may notice that the foundations and powders that were once your beauty treasures aren't brightening your complexion the way they once did—and that's completely normal. As we age, our skin changes—from more lines and wrinkles to less elasticity, changes in tone and texture, and more. But that doesn't mean you won't feel beautiful and confident in your skin today and every day in the future.

You may already be addressing new skin concerns by tweaking your skincare routine to include some antiaging products, which is the perfect place to start. Now is the time to tweak your makeup routine so your skin looks radiant today and beyond. We're not just talking about a specific lip color or eyeshadow shade (if you like it, wear it!), but the makeup formulas and techniques you use on a regular basis. Don't know where to start? We've got 14 expert-approved makeup tips for older women from makeup artists Lindsay Katsuk, Melissa Formica and Beth Follert, plus our favorite beauty products to keep you looking bright and beautiful at any age.
Always start with hydrated skin
As skin ages, it starts to produce less sebum (aka the skin's natural oil) and doesn't retain moisture either. Even if you once had normal or slightly oily skin, you may now be prone to dry skin. Says Katsuk: "Generally, our skin gets drier as we age. Make sure you cleanse and hydrate properly before applying any makeup. Dry skin tends to accentuate fine lines, wrinkles and texture. Hydrated skin Will help plump those areas for a smoother finish." That's why, as many of us know, the most basic beauty products rule of makeup prep is to always start with a good moisturizer.

BEST MOISTURIZER FOR AGING SKIN: SUNDAY RILEY ICE Ceramide Moisturizer is the lightweight, deeply hydrating face cream you've been dreaming of. It uses moisturizers like Hyaluronic Acid and Coconut Extract to plump and hydrate your skin, plus antioxidant-rich Pomegranate Extract to actively fight signs of aging like hyperpigmentation. Squalane and Ceramides lock in all these benefits by sealing and strengthening the skin's moisture barrier, protecting your beautiful skin.