Makeup Tips That Erase 10 Years

These simple makeup color and formula changes will have you looking younger in a flash

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Erase five years: Put away the shimmer shadow

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"As you notice lines around your eyes, avoid frosted or shimmery shadows," says New York makeup artist Troy Surratt. "The sparkle highlights wrinkles and crepey, crinkly skin instead of masking."

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Silky, matte shadows blend into your skin and camouflage fine lines. Sweep "a light shade of champagne or peach -- universally flattering colors -- from lash to brow to brighten the whole eye area," Surratt says. This creates a full, youthful eye. But if puffiness, especially on your lids, is your problem, Surratt suggests you use a medium shade such as taupe on the entire eyelid to add depth and create a natural-looking crease.

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Great advice, I already do some of these things, But, sometimes I am lazy. Need to work on the eyebrow tip. thanks.

by libby_stady Tuesday, February 7, 2012 at 04:29PM Report as inappropriate

I've followed all these tips as I've gotten older and found them to work well.

by Jewelrydesigner Monday, January 9, 2012 at 01:06PM Report as inappropriate

Some good tips here.

by Agrimony Wednesday, December 14, 2011 at 12:11PM Report as inappropriate

Not quite at the erasing ten years yet, but these are great tips to be aware of.

by shlmos Thursday, October 27, 2011 at 05:47AM Report as inappropriate

Glossy lips not eyes, got it.

by Only1KimmieD Wednesday, October 5, 2011 at 12:57PM Report as inappropriate

These tips look like they work very well!

by vfalkow Sunday, October 2, 2011 at 04:58PM Report as inappropriate

me too lol, but its good to know for when i get older!!

by gisellemarie Friday, September 9, 2011 at 11:55AM Report as inappropriate

passing these to others lol

by Bon_Bon Monday, August 15, 2011 at 02:44AM Report as inappropriate

Need to pass these along to my mom

by LittleBunny Monday, July 25, 2011 at 09:11AM Report as inappropriate

I was so excited to finally see something geared to 50 and above in age. Heavy make-up is too much for that age!

by priscilla_sutton Tuesday, June 28, 2011 at 07:56AM Report as inappropriate

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