Beauty Tips: How to Update Your Look

Keep Your Look Updated

It’s time to dive in and try out some new beauty trends to keep your look updated and at its best. This means refreshing your makeup and hairstyle to match what’s in and what’s popular. We have designed a guide for you so that you don’t have to dye your hair, lose 20 pounds, or go to the mall and max out your credit to keep up with the trends. Continue reading to see how it can be done inexpensively, quickly, and almost effortlessly!

Key Takeaways

Small changes, like a new haircut or a fresh lip color, are an easy way to update your look.
Review your makeup every year and replace expired products.
Choose updates that suit your lifestyle and face shape.

Switch up Your Hair Style

If you haven’t changed your hairstyle in years than this guide was meant for you! Now it’s time to try out some new hairstyles and find a new go to style to create your new look.

Try out Soft Curls
Let’s start by using your curler or straightener in new ways. This is an easy way to save money and end with a new look. You can use your straightener or curler to create soft and flirty curls. Start by parting your hair then only curling the mid-section portion. You will want to remember to not use a brush at the end and just use your fingers and gently comb it through to make the curls smooth and light looking.
The Sleek Ponytail
Do you enjoy having your hair up and out of your face? The sleek ponytail may be exactly what you need. In the fall season when you have your chunky sweaters and knit tops on, having your hair up will make the perfect look to help even proportions. You can start this look by applying a generous amount of gel and mix it in with the roots of your hair down to the mid length. Once the gel is in, use a wide tooth comb to gel it back to a high or low ponytail. This will upgrade your old to ponytail to a new elegant and “expensive” looking style.

Keep up With Your Makeup

If you keep your makeup current you will also keep your overall look younger and end up appearing more modern. If you’re not sure where to start you can always walk into your favourite beauty or department store and ask for help. The makeup artists will let you know what’s new and most popular. But for now, we have put together some useful tips for you to keep in mind.

Plump Lips
If you’re looking to keep your lips plump throughout the years, we suggest a light lip colour and here’s why. As we age, lips become thinner, that’s why avoiding a dark tone is better for your everyday look. Try to find a nude or a lip coloured lip liner and match it with the same colour lip shade. Opting for one with a sheer finish will help moisturize your lips and have them appear plump.
Create Balance Between Your Eyes & Lips
When doing your makeup, keep in mind not to go all out on both your eyes and lips. This means try and avoid a smokey eye and a bold lip on the same night. Today modern makeup is about enhancing your natural features and not going in heavy with all makeup products. To create a less dated look, pick a feature you want to enhance and go with it. This will create a balance that your face will thank you for.

Signs It Is Time to Update Your Look

You have worn the same hairstyle for years and it no longer suits your lifestyle.
Your makeup routine has not changed in a decade.
Your foundation shade no longer matches your skin.
Your makeup feels heavy, or creases more than it used to.
You feel bored or uninspired when you look in the mirror.

Simple Hair Updates

You do not need a dramatic change to refresh your look. Try face-framing layers, a new parting, curtain bangs or a gloss treatment to boost shine. Subtle highlights or lowlights can add dimension without a big commitment. Talk to your stylist about a cut that suits your face shape, hair texture and how much time you spend styling each morning. To keep your hair healthy, avoid these damaging hair care habits.

Modern Makeup Updates

Lighter base: swap heavy foundation for a skin tint or light coverage, and conceal only where needed.
Cream products: cream blush and bronzer give a fresh, natural glow.
Groomed brows: fuller, brushed-up brows instantly modernize a face. See how to fill in your eyebrows.
New lip colour: try a different shade family, such as a rosy nude or a berry. Here are 6 lipstick tips you must know.

Refresh Your Skin Care, Too

Makeup looks best on healthy skin. As you age, your skin’s needs change, so review your products every year. You might need a richer moisturizer, a gentle retinol or a vitamin C serum. Daily sunscreen remains the most important step for keeping skin looking youthful.

Clear Out Old Products

An update is the perfect time to declutter. Mascara and liquid eyeliner should be replaced every three months, liquid foundation and concealer about every year, and powders after one to two years. The FDA explains more about eye cosmetic safety.

Update Your Wardrobe With Your Look

Your clothes, hair and makeup work together. Refresh a few key pieces and accessories to match your new style. Read these useful fashion tips you need to know.

Frequently Asked Questions

How often should I change my hairstyle?

There is no rule, but a trim every 6 to 8 weeks keeps any style looking fresh.

How do I modernize my makeup?

Try lighter base products, defined brows and a new lip shade. See how to fill in your eyebrows.

Does makeup expire?

Yes, especially eye products. The FDA explains eye cosmetic safety.

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