LOOK GORGEOUS WITH Viral Beauty Tricks

TikTok trends that help turn back the clock

- LAUREN STACHIW

SOCIAL MEDIA IS BUZZING with thousands of unique makeup techniques. The only problem? Most are geared toward younger generations and seem unattainable. Good news! We did the scrolling for you and turned to beauty pros for the tips that work best for mature women—and that you can do at home. Bonus: They also help mask age-related beauty woes. Here, the simple tricks that are sure to leave you looking flawless and beautiful.

MAKEUP FEELING HEAVY?

Opt for ‘underpainting’

Applying bronzer and blush before foundation—known as underpainting—is the latest trick makeup artists use to highlight facial features without packing on heavy layers of products. “The benefits include having a more natural contour and seamless appearance,” says celebrity makeup artist Brandy Allen. It also thwarts makeup from settling into wrinkles, emphasizing them further.