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They might say that the eyes are the windows to the soul, but that doesn’t mean that your eyes need to give away everything there is to know about you. The skin around the eyes is the first to show signs of aging, due to the fact that this skin is more sensitive to environmental stressors and it has fewer oil glands than other parts of the face so it dries out more easily.
A consistent anti-aging skincare regimen with plenty of moisturizer is always essential to making your eyes look a few years younger, but for a quicker fix there are a few makeup hacks that instantly restore your eyes to their former glory and can actually make your whole face look decades younger.
1. Use Concealer
It’s no secret the role a trusty concealer can plan in your eye makeup game. From blending in dark spots to disguising under-eye bags, a good full-coverage concealer can easily change the whole look of your eyes by only concealing a few flaws. The trick is to find a long-wear option that will adhere seamlessly to skin, and won’t crack after a few hours of wear. The F*ck I’m Flawless Concealer from Il Makiage is one of our favorites because it does just that.
2. Eyeshadow Base
Using an eyeshadow base is important for a few reasons. The most obvious is that it helps your eyeshadow to stay on longer without creasing, but it also smooths out the skin on and around your eyelids. Typically, eyeshadow can exacerbate the appearance fine lines and wrinkles around the eyes, but using a primer can erase these lines.
3. Lengthening Mascara
Most women tend to turn towards thickening mascaras for a more youthful look, but the real trick is to use a lengthening product. This can help make the eyes appear larger, plus lengthening mascaras sit better on the lashes. And since eyelashes get thinner as we age, it is extra essential to make sure the mascara you use sits well on your lashes.
4. Darken Your Brows
Fuller-looking eyebrows are usually associated with youth, especially because many people begin to experience thinning brows as we age. The best way to create a thicker appearance with your eyebrows is to simply darken them with a tinted eyebrow pomade or pencil. Be sure to opt for a color that is either the same as your natural shade or one shade darker - if you make your brows too dark for your complexion, your look won’t seem natural.
