10 Makeup Mistakes That Add 10 Years

Is your makeup working for you—or aging you? We'll tell you which blunders to avoid and walk you through the right techniques to achieve a fresh, youthful glow
Some beauty mistakes can emphasize fine lines and wrinkles, adding years to your look. Avoid these beauty blunders and don't allow your makeup and hairstyle to age you.

The wrong foundation

Foundation that is too light will exaggerate wrinkles. As you get older, switch to a warmer shade and look for sheer liquid foundation with light-reflective particles. It will make dull skin look healthy, younger and glowing. When applying foundation, do so sparingly. Thick foundation also makes you look much older than you are.

Face powder near your eyes

When it comes to powder, switch from compact to loose. Also, avoid your eye area or any other places that you have wrinkles. A dusting of powder on your nose and chin is great for reducing shine, but steer clear of your eyes because it makes fine lines seem more pronounced.

Eyeliner on your lower lashes

Eyeliner on your lower lashline will just make your eyes seem smaller and draw unwanted attention to any dark circles or crow's feet. The same thing goes for mascara. Instead, curl your eyelashes and then line your upper lids with a precise line that is thicker toward the outer corner of your eyes. Add two coats of black mascara on your upper lashes only, and your eyes will look bigger, brighter and younger.

Harsh lipstick

Since lips tend to thin as we get older, don't wear lipstick in dark, harsh shades. Instead, pick hues that are just slightly darker than your natural lip tone. Avoid matte formulas, which don't have enough moisture. Also be sure to always use lip liner to keep your lipstick from feathering into any lines around your mouth.

Outdated 'do

If you haven't changed your hairstyle in years (or decades), it's time. An outdated hairstyle can make you look much older than you are. Adding bangs is an easy way to look more youthful.

Celery goodness

Many people assume that celery's crunchy green stalks are just full of water and mostly void of any real or substantial nutritional benefit. However, such an assumption is wrong; celery is packed full of nutrients, vitamins, antioxidants, and all sorts of good stuff that our bodies need to stay healthy. 



Eating more celery can bring about many positive changes in your body. For instance, studies have shown that eating celery everyday can help to protect and strengthen your eyesight and even brighten your eyes, making them appear whiter and more clear. In effect, this also makes you look fresh faced and younger looking. Plus, the better your vision, the less you have to strain your eyes and squint. See below a list of the top health benefits that celery has to offer us. The accompanying video covers many of the following but be sure to check it out for even more information on why you should aim to incorporate more celery into your diet. 

Anti-Inflammatory - Celery contains particular non-starch types of polysaccharides which are believed to give it anti-inflammatory benefits. It also contains antioxidants which fight against free radical damage, which is a major contributing factor to inflammation and chronic diseases like cancer and arthritis. Furthermore, those who have ulcerative colitis, Crohn's disease, or other issues with inflammation in their digestive tracts can benefit greatly from eating celery because the antioxidants in it have been shown, and used, to effectively treat those conditions. 

Protects and Repairs Damage at the Cellular Level - Celery contains over a dozen different types of antioxidants including flavonoids, vitamin K, and lunularin. These antioxidant nutrients help to naturally relieve oxidative stress and aid our bodies in removing damage causing free radicals, thus providing protection for our cells, blood vessels, and organs against them. 

Regulates Body Temperature - Celery's high water content and naturally present electrolytes help to regulate your body temperature by both hydrating and cooling your body down on a really hot day. 

Helps Prevent Ulcers - Celery can help prevent ulcers, those tiny painful sores in the stomach or small intestine, from forming because it contains a certain type of ethanol extract that protects the digestive system lining. Studies have shown that celery greatly increases amounts of gastric mucus in the stomach lining which is vital in the protection against ulcers, rips and tears. This is especially true for people who suffer from low or insufficient levels of gastric mucus to begin with.

 Helps Prevent Urinary Tract Infections - Celery is like cranberries in this respect because it stimulates urine production while also helping to reduce uric acid levels. This makes it an excellent aid for helping to prevent and fight against UTIs and other bacterial infections in the reproductive and/or digestive tracts.

 Helps You Lose Weight - At only 10 calories per stick it's extremely low calorie, all-natural, and yet still full of vitamins and nutrients. It also helps regulate metabolism and fills you up, thereby reducing your urge to snack afterwards on less healthy options. 

Last but not least, celery has been proven to help lower cholesterol, prevent high blood pressure, and protect our livers against fat build up. Watch the video below to understand all these points in greater detail, and remember to stock up on celery the next time you go to the store!...