It goes without saying that society is pretty much obsessed with the concept of youth and turning back the clock. The media has especially played a large role in shaping our perceptions of age and what it means to get and look older. For many women, the appearance of fine line and wrinkles can actually make or break their odds of excelling in the workplace. While many companies won’t admit it, older individuals tend to get passed over for a younger breed. However, with these easy tips and tricks, older women can successfully take years off of their face without going under the knife.

1. The main key to looking youthful is to work with what you have. Avoid dressing too young. No one says you have dress like a librarian but it is important to know the styles and trends that are fashionable for your age group. Super short skirts and plunging necklines will give off the wrong impression so keep it classy and keep it trendy.

2. When it comes to hair, pay attention to volume. If you’ve got sagging jowls or are experiencing the unfortunate side effects of gravity and age, choose a hairstyle that emphasizes volume at the top of your head, while decreasing the volume around the jaw line. This type of hairstyle automatically draws the eye upwards and away from your problem areas.

3. Bangs can add just the right touch. Depending on your face shape and problem area, opting for bangs can take away years from your face. Consult with a professional hairstylist to find the right type of bangs to go with your face and current hairstyle. This type of hairstyle is perfect for women hoping to hide a forehead filled with deep wrinkles and furrows.

4. Don’t neglect your eyebrows. Did you know that simply shaping and maintaining your eyebrows can be the same as a mini eyelift? Bushy and unruly eyebrows can make your face appear more harsh and unbecoming. Pluck, wax or get your eyebrows threaded for a nice shape and to eliminate stray hairs. Make sure your eyebrows aren’t too thin. Brow powder can be used to properly fill in sparse areas and shape your brows.

5. When it comes to makeup colors, stick to lighter eye shadow, which can brighten up your face and draw attention away from fine lines, drooping eyelids and crow’s feet. Stay away from fire engine red lipstick and opt for softer colors such as corals, nudes, beige and pinks.

6. If you aren’t using a good quality eye cream daily, do it now! Eye creams and serums help prevent puffiness, dark circles and fill in fine lines and wrinkles.

7. Because wrinkles tend to gather around the eye area, avoid using liner and mascara on your bottom lashes, since these only enhance their appearance.

8. Instead of rosy reds and pinks on your cheeks, opt for natural shades to sculpt and shape the apples of your cheeks.

9. Stay away from thick and heavy eye makeup. Less is more in your case, so stick with using thin lines when applying eyeliner and only one to two coats max of mascara.

10. Learn how to use foundation and concealer. Make sure the foundation actually matches your natural skin tone (it should disappear into your skin) and learn how to apply concealer to problem areas to diminish the appearance of blemishes, spots, and wrinkles.

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