Makeup for mature skin has its own rules, but mastering them does not require specialized knowledge. Just a few brush movements are enough to achieve the effect of a lifted, fresh look.
Drooping eyelid is natural effect of loss of skin elasticity the a matter of individual eye structure. Excess skin covers the movable part of the eyelid, causing its natural proportions to disappear. Shadows that were intended to lift the gaze often become invisible when the eye is opened. This is exactly why traditional makeup techniques don’t always work after the age of 50. To achieve the effect of a rejuvenated, larger eye, it is crucial to move the makeup higher. So that it is visible even with raised eyebrows and a full smile.
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The method he presents is becoming more and more popular on TikTok makeup artist Karolina Kowalska. Her method is quick, intuitive and can be used with any type of makeup – both everyday and evening. The most important rule is to create a new, higher eyelid crease. It shapes the look and distracts attention from the falling fold of skin. This makes the eye look larger, more radiant and younger.
Start shading higher than your intuition suggests
Instead of applying the shadow in the natural crease, place it about an inch above it. This is the part of the eyelid that remains visible even when the eye is wide open. Thanks to this, no makeup is needed “dies”.
Mark the new crease with medium brown
Use a matte, delicate brown and draw a new crease line with short, soft brush movements. It’s not about a clear line, but about a subtle shadow that adds depth to the eye.
Pull the makeup upwards
Run the shadow towards the end of the eyebrow. This trick gives a lifting effect and makes the eye look almond-shaped.
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Illuminate the moving eyelid
The light shade you choose should be matte or slightly satin – pearl and glitter can emphasize wrinkles. Illumination adds freshness and rejuvenates the look.
A delicate line instead of strong eyeliner
When the eyelid is drooping, a traditional eyeliner may have the opposite effect. Choose a subtle highlighting of the eyelashes and a short, slight upward extension.
Choose heavily mascara
Focus on the outer corners for extra “open eye”. Make-up artists emphasize that it is mascara that can make the biggest difference.
