Get the ageless look
Simple secrets for a fabulously fresh face
You’ll feel fresh and fabulous with these simple beauty secrets.
Look around at the women who seem ageless. Often the radiance these women reflect is the result of little make-up tricks and techniques. A little tweak here, a dab of concealer there, and what appears to be magic is done. But you don’t need any special powers to get that ageless look, just these tips.
RESTORE LUSTRE TO YOUR LOCKS
A mane of glossy hair is your crowning glory but tinted hair can become dry and dull. The secret to restoring the shine? Jojoba oil. “Jojoba has a fine molecular structure that allows it to enter and fill the hair shaft, making it a perfect choice for conditioning,” says salon owner Paul Labrecque. Spread the oil liberally through dry hair, put on a plastic shower cap and cover with a hot towel for 30 minutes. Wash thoroughly, then rinse with cold water to seal the cuticle and trap moisture. “When the hair shaft is infused with oil, the cuticle lies flatter, so hair looks smoother and shinier,” he says. Try:
Jurlique Jojoba Carrier Oil, $28, jurlique. com.au. Not only does jojoba closely resemble the skin’s natural oils (allowing for easy absorption) but it’s lightweight and deeply moisturising, ensuring it’s as good for your skin as it is for your hair. Add one or two drops to your shampoo or conditioner if you don’t have 30 minutes to spare.
CURL YOUR LASHES
Using an eyelash curler makes lashes look longer and eyes wider. When lashes are clean and dry (wet ones won’t hold a curl), position the curler at the root of lashes and give three firm, gentle pumps. Release and repeat. “Holding it steady doesn’t create a natural-looking, fluid curl,” says makeup artist Jessica Liebeskind. For a longer lasting beauty-lash, heat your curler with your blow-dryer for 15 seconds first. “The warmth holds the bend better,” adds make-up artist Mally Roncal.
Try:
Revlon Eyelash Curler, $12.99, available at Priceline and leading pharmacies. Designed to help lashes appear longer, fuller and more curled, this is one nifty tool you’ll want to keep in your beauty bag.
BANISH BROWN SPOTS
Camouflage is key. First, dab concealer that’s one or two shades lighter than your foundation onto the spot. Use a concealer brush to give more precise coverage than your finger. Follow with a dot of foundation that matches your skin tone. “The concealer lightens the spot, and the foundation helps blend it seamlessly,” explains Liebeskind. Try:
L’Oreal Paris True Match Concealer, $10, available at Priceline. It evens skin tone and covers imperfections in one simple swipe.