For an instant anti-ageing fix, many women turn to makeup. And according to one content creator, a simple mascara hack can make a world of difference.
Fashion and beauty magazine editor turned YouTuber, Leonie Barlow, shared why she decided to swap black mascara for brown.
In a video about how to "look 10 years younger in 10 minutes", the makeup enthusiast (known as The Style Insider) shared some of her favourite anti-ageing hacks.
She told her viewers: "I'm 56 years old and regularly get asked about my best anti-ageing skin care and makeup tips. And today, I'm sharing them all with you."
'I'm 56 years old and regularly get asked about my best anti-ageing skin care and makeup tips'
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Leonie explained that while the tips are subjective, they have really "helped" her when it comes to taking years off her appearance.
The makeup enthusiast revealed that one of her anti-ageing hacks is replacing her classic black mascara with a brown shade. This is an incredibly simple trick for mature women to try.
She explained: "It's just a little bit kinder, a little bit softer - but still does the trick to highlight and give your lashes a bit of a wow factor."
According to the beauty experts at No7 UK, black mascara is excellent for "defined and dramatic lashes or smoky eyes", while brown mascara takes the top spot when it comes to creating a "more natural" and "subtle" look.
The experts advised: "If you’re more fair-skinned with blonde or red hair and have blue or green eyes, brown mascara is better suited as the softer shade brings out the colour of your irises and warms your skin tone.
"As black mascara delivers more impact, this tends to work better on darker skin tone, eyes and hair colour while still looking natural."
Leonie shared some other essential tips for picking a mascara. It's important to go for a product that isn't too "clumpy".
The YouTuber advised ladies to go for a mascara that guarantees "length" and "volume".
She advised: "It's important not to just go too crazy with your mascara, and especially try to find a good one that isn't clumpy and doesn't leave your eyelashes feeling spidery."
Leonie also revealed the foundation hack that helps her look 10 years younger - it gives her a "flawless finish".
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With the right tricks up your sleeves, makeup can provide an instant anti-ager
PA IMAGESThere are plenty of makeup techniques out there that promise to have an anti-ageing effect.
One makeup artist shared the contouring technique she would avoid over age 50 because it highlights "hollowness".
A former model also revealed that she never leaves the house without completing two eye makeup tasks.
In the pursuit of looking younger, it is also important for women not to underestimate the power of a healthy diet.
According to a personal trainer, women over 40 can shave a decade off their appearance by consuming more of one food group.
