Here are 5 common mistakes of women over 40 that make that make them look older than they are. Could you be guilty of these mistakes?
1. Your shirt is too baggy
Many women walk around in loose oversized clothing because they say it is hard to find things that fit. This is partially true, but no excuse to looking frumpy. In truth, the real reason most women wear baggy clothing is because they fear fitted clothing will expose all their bulges. Not true! Fitted clothing made from quality fabrics skim your curves and therefore fit and look 100% better.
2. Your blush and eyeliner are too heavy
Those cheekbones are not going to appear, no matter how many tons of blush you apply. Less is more with makeup as we age. With eyeliner, be careful to make sure it looks well blended and is not a hard line. Don’t wear black. It will look too harsh at least during the day. Try brown for a softer look. Once you apply your eyeliner, go over it with some powder on a thin angled brush and blend in the line.
3. Your sunglasses look outdated
Are you wearing out of style or scratched sunglasses? You can spend a ton or a little, but no matter the price, oversize sunglasses with wider sides. will make you look current and Age-mazing! Throw out all your old ones and get an update! Find a new pair that make you smile and you will feel and look younger instantly!
4. You are dressing too sexy
That might sound like a shocker to some…but dressing too young, CAN actually make you look older! There’s a fine line once you hit 40, between sexy and silly.
5. Your hair is dry and brittle
As we age, our hair starts loosing its luster. To help rejuvenate it, make sure you get a good cut on a regular basis. Make sure you condition and don’t use too many drying products on it, like moose or hairspray. Finally, buy a SHINE spray to apply styling. Shiny says healthy and vibrant!
Oh and one extra…… YOU ARE STARTING TO LOOK LIKE YOUR SPOUSE!!!! ……. see above, YIKES!!!
Comments
Fabulous Linda! I love the article!
Linda,
I am a woman in my 20's and shudder to think of listening to this crap when I am over 40. Aren't you supposed to come into your own at this point? Being 20 is all about the game, looking good and presenting yourself as sexy. When I am 40 I sure as hell hope I am confident enough in myself to be able to filter this kind of bullshit that is detrimental to women's confidence you are perpetuating with this article. On top of that, my dating age group pool seems to be the same as yours and from my experience, this is nothing to be proud of. Articulate, strong, smart, appreciative males in my age group are extremely hard to come by. But if you are looking for lost boys who value a notch in their belt sounds like you really know what you are talking about.
Talk to me again when you are 45. Women are looking for answers on how to be fabulous over 40. This is a different time and a different age - we aren't willing to settle. You can't even imagine what's in store for you.
Well...I have to admit that I agree to some extent with the comment posted by "you can't be serious". However I am 53, always guessed to be 42-43. I am a former esthetician (facialist), so I know my skin care stuff inside and out. I am a Pilates Instructer (apparatus Pilates)so I am in great shape. I dress with personal style and do not follow the so called trends. And I am in the business of helping anyone interested in aging gracefully. Having truly beautiful, nearly line free skin is what I sell. Bu, true beauty comes from your mind, it is about what you stand for, your beliefs, how you treat others and how you view the world, your level of self esteem and your personal confidence. I can help make the outside package look good but if you can't create the right mindset for yourself, what you really are will always show up sooner or later. Anyone who has the right mindset can be attractive and and possibly even beautiful. Want to find out how? www.antiagetech.nesdreams.com
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