The desire for a vibrant, youthful appearance is a common pursuit as we age, and fortunately, there are numerous approaches to achieving it.
A holistic strategy involves consistent skincare tailored to each stage of life, mindful attention to diet and lifestyle, and selecting flattering hairstyles. While these provide a foundational approach, makeup can offer an immediate boost—provided it’s applied skillfully.
Makeup artist Jessica Enslow (@jessicaenslow on TikTok) recently shared a simple yet effective blusher technique designed to revitalize mature skin.
Sharing her expertise on the platform, Jessica, a mother of seven and grandmother, revealed her top anti-aging makeup tips. She specifically highlighted the importance of applying blusher directly to the apples of the cheeks, asserting that this application brings “colour and youthfulness” to the face.
Traditionally, women are often advised against placing blusher on the apples of their cheeks as they age, with the belief that sagging skin necessitates a higher placement for a more lifted effect. Jessica argues that this conventional wisdom misses a crucial opportunity.
According to Enslow, strategically applying colour to the cheek apples can “restore the look of volume to [the] mid-face,” essentially counteracting the effects of age and adding definition.
To illustrate her point, Jessica demonstrated both techniques. On one side of her face, she applied blusher to the apple of her cheek; on the other, along her cheekbone.
“Do you see the difference?” she asked her viewers. She explained that the blusher directly on the apples brought back “colour and youthfulness,” while the placement higher on the cheekbone resulted in a noticeably “flat” appearance.
The technique was met with enthusiastic praise in the comments section, where makeup enthusiasts lauded Jessica’s insight.
- One user stated that the blusher trick made a “huge difference.” To which Jessica responded: “It’s actually shocking.”
- Another admirer commented on Jessica’s youthful appearance, expressing disbelief at her age. “You’re 50? You’re beautiful.”
For those seeking to update their makeup routines, experts also suggest techniques for minimizing dark circles and brightening the eyes.
Maintaining a youthful glow doesn’t require drastic measures; sometimes, it’s about revisiting established practices with fresh perspective.
