How to Make Face Look Younger Home Remedies
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Looking younger doesn't have to come with pricey anti-aging skin products and even pricier procedures. In fact, there are plenty of simple and affordable ways to shave years — even decades — off of your appearance, if that is your beauty goal. The right clothes, haircut, and makeup can make you look younger without the large financial burden or time commitment.
From tried-and-true anti-aging products (hello, sunscreen!) to colorful accessories that brighten your appearance, we have plenty of simple tips to help you look younger and feel your most confident at any age. After all, age is only a number.
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Layer On SPF
To prevent premature aging, shield yourself from the sun. "Ultraviolet rays break down collagen and elastin," says Dr. Margarita Lolis, a dermatologist and Mohs surgeon in Hackensack, NJ. Even if your daily moisturizer has SPF, add another layer of sunscreen to protect your skin.
What You Need: HydroPeptide Solar Defense Non-Tinted Sunscreen ($48)
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Tighten Pores
Your skin weakens with age and causes pores to appear larger. Next time you cleanse, splash your face with warm water to open up pores, then apply facial cleanser and rinse clean with cold water. "The chilly temperature allows your pores to constrict," says Ada Lamela, esthetician and global educator for Pevonia Botanica.
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Lighten Up
"Go two shades lighter than your natural hair color," Lorean Cairns, cofounder of Fox & Jane Salons says. "Going darker washes out your complexion, since your skin loses pigment with age too."
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Increase Volume
Your hair naturally thins out each year, causing it to fall flat, especially fine strands. "Add bounce by applying a volumizing root spray along the crown of your head when hair is damp, or use a texturizing spray when dry strands need a lift," says Bradford.
What You Need: Living Proof Full Dry Volume Blast ($29)
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Take Your Vitamins
"Good hair starts from within," says DreamDry senior stylist Jenn Bradford. Strengthen your locks with a daily supplement that's rich in biotin (to increase your hair's elasticity) or vitamin E (to promote growth).
What You Need: Olly Undeniable Beauty Gummy Vitamins ($14)
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Give Yourself a Glow
Lift your complexion and your spirits: Pull on a cheery pink sweater when you need a boost.
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Add Some Shine
"It's a lack of luster, not gray hair, that ages you," says stylist Kattia Solano, owner of Butterfly Studio Salon in New York City. When your hair's pigment fades, it loses a protective layer that leaves hair looking dull. The fix? A twice-a-month shine treatment.
What You Need: Rita Hazan Ultimate Shine Gloss ($16)
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Update a Trusted Outfit
Try an oversize faux gem necklace—it's fun and feminine.
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Don't Forget Your Neck
To look younger longer, it's important to treat your neck (and chest!) with as much care as your face. "Use a gentle exfoliating scrub over this area twice a week to keep it smooth and to promote cell turnover," says Renée Rouleau, founder of Renée Rouleau Skincare.
What You Need: Clinique Pep-Start 2-in-1 Exfoliating Cleanser ($20)
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Add Moisture
Oil production slows over the years, leaving the scalp dull. "Mix a drop of facial oil with your foundation to add radiance to your complexion," says makeup artist Daniel Martin, creative color consultant for Honest Beauty. Try jojoba oil, which helps keep skin balanced.
What You Need: Earth's Nectrar Jojoba & Tea Tree Scalp Oil ($19)
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Work a Trend
Trade in your black flats for a fresh pair in silver or gold. These easy-to-match metallic hues are the new neutrals.
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Tighten Pores
Brew a cup of rose hip tea, pour it into an ice cube tray and freeze. Wrap a cube in a cloth and massage over your face to firm skin.
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Like Your Lips
Your lips can thin with age, but you can fake a fuller smile with a nude lip pencil. "Use one that's close to your natural lip color, then outline your mouth before putting on lip color," says Sonia Kashuk, creator of Sonia Kashuk Beauty. For extra plumping, use clear gloss with a hint of shimmer at the center of your lips.
What You Need: Bareminerals Gen NudeUnder Over Lip Liner ($16)
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Apply Less
Don't overdo it with anti-aging creams.
"Applying too many formulas can lead to irritation," says Elizabeth Hale, MD, a clinical associate professor of dermatology at NYU Langone Medical Center. Instead, use a gentle cleanser and a moisturizer with SPF.
What You Need: Aveeno Absolutely Ageless Daily Moisturizer with SPF 30 ($42 for two)
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Skip the Glitter
"Eyeshadow with a frosty finish or a heavy dose of shimmer highlights fine lines," says Joanna Schlip, makeup artist for Physicians Formula. Instead, try a formula that promises an illuminating or satin finish, which will have a softening effect on surrounding skin.
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Avoid Black Eyeliner
"It's too harsh and can cause your eyes to appear heavy and tired," says celebrity makeup artist Genevieve Herr. Instead, create definition by lining just above your top lashline with navy, brown or taupe.
What You Need: Almay Intense i-Color Gel Smooth Liner ($6)
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Even Your Skin Tone
Years of unprotected sun exposure can wreak havoc, leaving your complexion looking dull, blotchy and older than it really is. To the rescue: turmeric. This spice is an antioxidant with anti-inflammatory properties. "It's also my secret ingredient for keeping skin smooth," says Rita Linkner, MD, a dermatologist in New York City.
You can make a turmeric mask by mixing 2 Tbsp plain yogurt, 2 tsp turmeric powder and 1 tsp chickpea flour in a small bowl. Apply once a month for 10 minutes; rinse. It's great for hands, too!
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Cut Your Bangs
"Add side-swept bangs to frame your face and hide horizontal lines that deepen over the years," says Ruth Roche, global artistic ambassador for Pureology. "They'll work with any hairstyle."
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Take Cover
"My gray hair likes to cluster along my part. So in between visits to my colorist, I use L'Oréal Paris Root Cover Up," says WD's product tester Angie Schmitt of hotandflashy50.com . "I've tried other products, but this spray is easy to apply, covers the gray and is water-resistant, so it doesn't run in the rain or if I sweat."
What We Need: L'Oréal Paris Root Cover Up ($8)
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Press-On Foundation
"I have more to cover up than ever before, but using a heavier coat of foundation only makes me look older," says Angie. "No matter which formula I use, they all look best when applied with a blending sponge like Maybelline New York Dream Blender. It helps smooth out foundation and makes my skin look natural."
What You Need: Maybelline New York Dream Blender $4)
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Sleep Away Wrinkles
"I was a side-sleeper until two years ago, when my dermatologist told me he could tell which side of my face I slept on since the wrinkles were deeper there," says Angie. "He advised me to start sleeping on my back to prevent creases from deepening. It took a few months to train myself, but I'm no longer smashing my face into a pillow!"
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Fluid Foundation
Skin gets drier with age. Bring back softness with a hydrating serum foundation (a new skincare-makeup hybrid). "Mix in a pea-size amount of moisturizer for added nourishing benefits," suggests celebrity makeup artist Gita Bass.
What You Need: No7 Lift & Luminate Triple Action Serum Foundation ($16)
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Subtle Shadow
"Eyelids become crepey with age, which can lead to eyeshadow creasing," Bass explains. Skip heavily pigmented powder shadows in favor of a more forgiving semi-translucent cream with a silky texture that glides on easily. Extra credit: Choose a shade with a touch of sheen to brighten eyes.
What You Need: Pixi Endless Shade Stick in PearlLustre ($14)
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How to Make Face Look Younger Home Remedies
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