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How we apply mascara and the color can make a big difference, too
Choosing the right mascara formula is just the first step in creating a flattering look on older lashes. How you apply your mascara is also key. Coating on multiple, thick, wet layers is unlikely to lead to flattering results.
Instead, Jade Griffin tells us, “Apply mascara in thin layers, letting each coat dry slightly before adding more.” This will stop your eyelashes clumping or looking to heavy, which can be aging. “Wiggling the wand at the base of your lashes helps define and lift them without clumping,” she added. While there’s no reason older women can’t still experiment with colored mascaras (after all, the right one can really compliment your eyes), Griffin recommends sticking with brown or brown/black products for your everyday look. Brown shades can be more forgiving and natural-looking than black, which can be more complementary for older eyes. If you find it tough to break up with your trusty black mascara though, transition into something more subtle by applying black to the top lashes and brown to the bottom until you feel comfortable.
No matter what age you are, though, how you remove your makeup is just as important as how you put it on. Check out our expert-approved mascara removal trick to make sure you’re doing it the right way.
