Doing your makeup in your 50s is all about enhancing your natural features, and the goal should not be about covering every imperfection you see. In this post, I’ll share how you can do simple makeup tricks that can give you a more radiant look!
Here are 25 makeup styles that will surely elevate your natural features.
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Semi-matte face makeup
Matte foundation sure looks picture-perfect, but as you reach the age of 50 and fine lines begin to naturally occur, your better option would be semi-matte makeup. This will give you the longevity of matter makeup but still hydrates your skin enough to not let the foundation sink into your fine lines.
Soft smoky eyes
Smoky eyes can give more drama and depth to your look, especially if you’re going to a nighttime event. By not going too intense with your dark eyeshadows, you can make you eyes look more expressive and vibrant.
Light feathered brows
Feathered brows have been a huge trend in the beauty scene and it’s a look that’s not going away anytime soon. It looks just like your natural brows, only more shaped and groomed!
Coral red lipstick
Going for a vibrant coral red lipstick is one way to make a statement! Its bright color and strong undertones can easily make your look more radiant even if you just go light with the rest of your makeup.
Natural peach lip color
If you’d like something more muted, you can go for a natural-looking lip color. The trick is to find a shade that’s similar to your real lip color, and choose a brighter peach shade version of it for that youthful glow!
Arched brows
Arched brows can help frame your face in a flattering way, especially for ladies in their 50s who are starting to experience some drooping in their lids. The eyebrow arch will create a subtle lift that will make your face look firmer and younger.
MLBB Lip color
Every woman should have her very own MLBB (My Lips But Better) lip color! Basically, it’s a shade that’s very similar to your natural lip color, only a tad brighter or more pinkish.
Nose contour
Contouring your nose will also give you that lifting effect that can instantly make you look more radiant. It also helps bring definition to your nose, making it look more prominent.
Matte highlighting technique
Highlighting doesn’t always have to involve blinding shimmers! Go for a concealer that’s one to three shades lighter than your natural skin tone and use this to highlight the higher points of your face.
Curled full eyelashes
Even if you were minimal or no eye makeup at all, you can expect that fully curled lashed can really make a difference to your look. Curl them up, and apply a volumizing and lengthening mascara to really make your eyes look more awake and vibrant!
Defined brows
Well-defined brows are perfect for women who already have thick brows to begin with. You only need to shape them and use a clear brow gel to set and you’re good to go!
Subtly overlined lips
As we age, the lips tend to look thinner and this is where overlining can be helpful to make the lips look more shapely and plump. Just try not to overdo it to still make it look as natural as possible.
Strobed face makeup
Strobing is also a form of highlighting, but just more subtle and more focused on certain points of the face. It’s best to use a liquid highlighter for this makeup style to look more natural and radiant.
Peachy coral flushed cheeks
Peachy coral shades are perfect for more mature women because they offer a softer, more natural look compared to brighter or more intense blush shades. This subtle enhancement can help define your cheekbones without appearing too bold or overpowering.
Sepia brown lip color
A soft brown color can also look flattering on more mature women, especially if you’re warm-toned. Just choose those that have pink undertones so they don’t appear too dark.
Shimmer eyeshadow
A bit of shimmer for the eyes won’t hurt! Look for an eyeshadow that has subtle shimmer, just enough to catch light and make your eyes look more vibrant.
Petal pink lip liner
Applying a lip liner is a must for women in their 50s as this prevents any lip color from feathering or sinking into the fine lines of the lips. A petal pink lip liner should add more radiance and color to your overall look.
Rosy pink cheeks
Looking more radiant and youthful in your 50s also means opting for more natural-looking makeup styles. Rosy pink blushers using a liquid or cream cheek tint can make your cheeks look naturally flushed and glowy.
Contoured cheeks
Contouring your face defines your facial structure, therefore bringing out your natural beauty! Contouring your cheeks will also lift your cheekbones to counteract sagging.
Dewy skin makeup
Dewy skin makeup is also a very youthful makeup style that can easily make you look more radiant. The key is to keep the face looking hydrated, with just the right amount of moisture for that glass-skin glow.
Warm pink blushed cheeks
Warm pink tones visibly bring natural radiance to your complexion to combat the dullness or sallowness that comes with age. This warmth can give you that healthy, youthful glow.
Satin brick red lipstick
For those with warmer and deeper skin tones, a brick red shade can be a great alternative to coral red colors which some may find overpowering. Go for a satin finish to prevent making the lines on your lips too obvious.
Soft smudged eyeliner
Bold and solid eyeliner styles may look too strong for women in their 50s. So as a substitute for that smudge your eyeliner out to create a softer look.
Pink beige lip color
A pink beige shade is a good choice for someone who likes minimalist makeup looks! It’s very natural-looking and it’s perfect to wear if you’re planning to go for a more dramatic eye makeup look.
