Mastering The Monochromatic Makeup Look For Mature Women
When it comes to makeup, age should never be a limitation. Women of all ages deserve to feel beautiful, confident, and empowered. Embracing a Monochromatic Makeup look is an excellent way for older women to enhance their natural beauty while achieving a timeless and elegant appearance! So today, I have tips for Mastering The Monochromatic Makeup Look For Mature Women
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Jennifer shares 6 steps for mastering the monochromatic makeup look
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Mastering The Monochromatic Makeup Look For Mature Women
what is a monochromatic makeup look?
So what is a monochromatic makeup look exactly? It’s basically where you use the same color palette, or slight variations of one color, for your eyes, lips, AND cheeks. This is a style of makeup that enhances your features without feeling overwhelming and looks very sophisticated.
In today’s post, I will guide you through the simple steps of creating a stunning monochromatic makeup look.
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1. Even Out the Complexion
Creating a flawless base is crucial for any makeup look. I like to start with a hydrating moisturizer with SPF that gives my skin a nourished feel that glows. If you haven’t checked out the L’Oreal Revitalift Broad Spectrum Beauty Fluid, $25, you should! The reviews on this skincare product + SPF are incredible.
Then I choose a lightweight foundation or a tinted moisturizer to even out the skin without looking too heavy.
I rely on the L’Oreal True Match Nude Hyaluronic Tinted Serum, $15, for this type of look. This is also what I wear to the gym to work out because it looks just like skin, but better, and without the heaviness! If you haven’t tried this breakthrough product you need to. I’m wearing shade 4-5 in this post.
I apply this in a thin layer, focusing on areas that require more coverage, such as redness or uneven pigmentation. I apply this product with a buffing foundation brush, but your fingers can work just as well since it is considered a skin serum.
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2. Harmonize with a Monochromatic Shade
The key to a monochromatic look is using shades from the same color family on your eyes, cheeks, and lips. Select a hue that complements your skin tone and eye color. Earthy tones like soft pinks, mauves, browns, or even peaches are often flattering on mature skin. I chose a soft rosy-pink palette for this post.
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3. Eyes that Mesmerize
For this monochromatic eye look, I used the Urban Decay Naked 3 Mini palette, $33 which is a perfect blend of 6 rosy-toned shades anyone can wear.
I started with the shimmery rose golds from lash to crease, then picked up one of the slightly darker matte shades in the same color family and applied it to my crease to add depth and dimension.
I finished the look off with a soft bronze eyeliner by NYX Cosmetics to compliment and define the eyes just along the upper lashline only.
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4. Colorful Cheeks
Adding a touch of color to your cheeks can instantly brighten your complexion. You’ll want to opt for a blush shade that matches your chosen monochromatic color. If you’ve heard me talk about blush, you’ve most likely heard me confess my love for the Buxom Cosmetics Wanderlust Primer Infused Blushes, $23.
They are some of my favorite formulas of powder blush that go on silky smooth and have the faintest amount of shimmer in them so that you can forgo highlighter if you want! And of course, you cannot go wrong with the rosy mauve “Dolly” shade that they are best known for I’m wearing in this post. And if you need a new awesome blush brush, this Morphe precision brush, $18, is amazing!
5. Don’t Forget the Lips
For mature lips, it's best to choose a lip formula that is hydrating and creamy, as dryness can accentuate fine lines. Select a lip shade that complements your monochromatic color scheme. Soft pinks, mauves, or warm neutrals are always excellent choices.
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If your lips have lost definition over time, consider using a lip liner in a similar shade to give them a more defined shape which I did here. My chosen combination was from Buxom - two of their newest shades, both with a plumping feature! I lined with the Power Liner in “Smooth Spice,” $21, and topped it off with their Plumping Lip Cream in “Negroni,” $25. I am honestly in love with this very wearable lip combination.
6. Finishing touches
To complete this rosy makeup look, I lightly dusted my new magical pink setting powder to set my concealer and brighten my complexion.
By harmonizing your eyes, cheeks, and lips with a color palette that suits your skin tone, you can enhance your features and radiate confidence. Now I gotta know - are you going to try this for yourself??
P.S. If you missed my post on Sneaky Ways To Appear More Youthful, be sure to check it out! It has been one of my most viewed posts here on SAACA.
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floral deep V Shein top | Gold open link ring | Matte gold hoops
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