10 Unexpected Tips That Can Make You Look Younger Than You Really Are

When we think about the notion of keeping ourselves young, we end up reading about different serums and lotions that promise eternal youth. However, everything from hairstyles to your eyelashes can have a huge impact on your look. And lucky for you, there are plenty of surprising ways to capture that youthful glow that require nothing more than a few changes to your appearance.

Bright Side has ideas that will help you brag about how irresistible you look for your age.

1. Avoid applying too much makeup.

Contouring has become a trend and many of you might regularly do it, thinking it will give you a more refined look. However, this isn’t a good option if you want to look fresh. You should also avoid using mascara on your bottom lashes since this can cast shadows and give you fake dark circles — it can even appear to pull down your eyes.

2. Wear the right bra size.

Go for a well-fitting bra. First of all, it will help you out with your posture. It will make you look taller and 10 pounds slimmer too. Loose bras can cause your bust to drop. Getting them off your tummy and up in the proper position can make you look youthful and livelier. The perfect position for them is midway between your elbow and shoulder.

3. Driving your car can speed up wrinkles.

We spend a lot of time driving, and because the car’s windows don’t protect us from dangerous sun rays, we might end up with more wrinkles, especially on one side. That is why you should never drive your car without first applying sunscreen. It’s important to not rely on the SPF that your foundation has, go for at least SPF 15 and always apply it on your face and neck.

4. Go for thicker eyebrows.

As we get older, we start to lose hair, and eyebrows are no exception. Let your brows grow thicker or learn to naturally fill them using makeup. This is good because the fullness is associated with youthfulness.

5. Use red lipstick.

As we age, the natural lines around our lips fade which is why it’s better to apply red lipstick or at least red shades. Not only does this color symbolize youth, but also femininity, sexuality, beauty, and health.

6. Curl your lashes.

Even though this seems simple, it can actually help you a lot. Curling your lashes will open up your eyes and leave you looking more awake and younger. Try applying baby powder before you use mascara. Simply dip a cotton swab and coat them with it. Also, consider using a primer because it will keep your mascara in place and give you volume and length.

7. Use blush the right way.

Apply blush at the height of the cheekbones and don’t use it in the hollows of the cheeks. As you age, the face will lose fat and the cheeks will naturally be a little hollower. This can make you look older and emphasizing it is a bad choice.

8. Work on better posture.

Bad posture can make you look older than you actually are. Avoid slouching when you’re sitting on a chair or when you’re standing up. When speaking on your phone, abstain from holding it with your shoulder, wear bags that aren’t overpacked with stuff, and lift heavy things carefully. This not only will result in a younger look, but it can also help with back, neck and shoulder pain, headaches, breathing difficulties, and fatigue.

9. Update your closet with bright clothes.

Spice up your closet with festive colors like green, blue, white, or orange. Such colors will brighten up your face and showcase your beauty. Put away your neutral-toned, gray, and black clothes — while they can make you look slimmer, they can also age you. However, if you still want to wear dark-colored pants and t-shirts, you should use bright jewelry or other colorful accents.

10. Get your hair done.

Long bangs will conceal the aging process. This is because it will soften your facial features, put the focus on your eyes, and hide wrinkles or fine lines. Layers, texture, and movement will look a lot better than bangs that are just chopped off.

Waves in the hair are always something to go for. A short hairstyle like a bob, a wavy bob, a mid-length layered cut, or a messy shag all have the power to lift up your face and shape your look. The flicked ends make the haircut appear flirty, fun, and youthful.

Do you have your own tricks that help you look a few years younger?