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Mon Jul 11, 2005 7:36 pm  |
Does it? Even mineral ones like Jane Iredale? I heard from a friend that if you wear make up everyday, you will look older next time?  |
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Mon Jul 11, 2005 9:55 pm |
I really do not believe that. Really, make up, like foundations and powders, serve as a layer of protection, if you will. Just be sure to cleanse thoroughly everynight. Sleeping in make up will take its toll on your skin.  |
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Mon Jul 11, 2005 11:02 pm |
| I think it's fine, just don't sleep in it. Especially the eye makeup |
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Tue Jul 12, 2005 6:19 am |
It doesn't have to make you look older - on the contrary...but I think it depends on what you think make-up is used for...if you consider it to be a way to "cover up" (and that is your philosophy) then indeed I think it can make you look older....If you think in terms of enhancement, then you will probably instinctively use make-up well and effectively....It's a breeze to take a very youthful skin and create an image with colour....the art of make-up - the "true" art of makeup application expresses itself most articulately on a more mature skin...You know someone "knows their stuff" when they can use make-up to create a more youthful, rested look on a mature skin...Also, there are so many excellent treatment make-up lines out there...(of course there is a mountain of crap as well..) but you certainly don't have to worry about ruining your skin with make-up if you do your homework and you inform yourself re: appropriate products for your skin/application/colour choice, etc.....oh yes - and don't even bother with make-up unless you have already committed yourself to a good skin care regime...if you don't do that, then matter what you use you'll eventually be in trouble!
Good luck!
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Tue Jul 12, 2005 7:09 am |
Pudoodles wrote:
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| It doesn't have to make you look older - on the contrary...but I think it depends on what you think make-up is used for...if you consider it to be a way to "cover up" (and that is your philosophy) then indeed I think it can make you look older....If you think in terms of enhancement, then you will probably instinctively use make-up well and effectively....It's a breeze to take a very youthful skin and create an image with colour....the art of make-up - the "true" art of makeup application expresses itself most articulately on a more mature skin...You know someone "knows their stuff" when they can use make-up to create a more youthful, rested look on a mature skin...Also, there are so many excellent treatment make-up lines out there... |
Well stated, Pudoodles. I wholeheartedly agree. I don't believe that wearing makeup can cause skin to age more quickly, however, I do believe that popular saying..."less is more." When I was younger, it seems I spent less time putting on more makeup. Now that I'm, (pause to clear throat), 43, I spent MORE time putting on less makeup to look more natural. If I do use a heavier hand on my face or eyes, I tend to look older....especially towards the end of the day. I feel my skin has a fresh, younger appearance when I use less makeup. |
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Tue Jul 12, 2005 7:53 am |
| I don't think so, my mum has been using makeup everyday for many years, her skin is excellent for her age and people always tell me how young my mum looks. I think as long as you use good quality makeup and take them off every night before going to sleep. I am guilty with the latter, too lazy sometimes and have to take the consequences after. |
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Tue Jul 12, 2005 7:56 pm |
| My derm told me to wear makeup seven days a week. He wanted me to do that for protection from the sun. (This was six years ago.) He said there were no good sunscreens so he wanted me to cover my skin up as best I could. I'd say not wearing anything on your face (sunscreen included) will age you faster than wearing make-up all the time. (Of course, wash it off at night.) |
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Tue Jul 12, 2005 9:26 pm |
| I agree with all the above that make up can make you look younger. Especially, that make up adds an extra layer of protection against the sun and the elements. |
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Wed Jul 13, 2005 1:49 am |
It's also important to consider what you are using to take the makeup off with too! Wiping with harsh makeup removers can cause dryness and irritation.. and if you start young with a bad habit of sleeping in makeup then it's probably gonna be an aging culprit.
I think using good makeups, that are breathable, natural, not filled with chemicals, like mineral foundations, will help protect skin.
Don't think we can blame one particular routine for causing us to age, or to give it all the credit to helping us look young. Just depends how you use it. |
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Wed Jul 13, 2005 7:55 am |
I think it is so important to view make-up (especially foundation and/or tinted moisturizer) for both beauty enhancement and as a sunblock.
Having said that, I now approach make-up purchases with the SPF ingredients in mind. Mineral make-up did not work for me (too drying). Currently, I am using Tarte's Smooth Operator SPF 20 with Titanium Dioxide 5% and Zinc Oxide 5%, and I am also using Exuviance Skin Caring Foundation SPF 15 with Titanium Dioxide 7 - 10.8% (this product, when applied with a light hand, is fabulous). I would not have tried either product if they did not have a physical UVA block, and I always read the ingredients before I even try a tester on my skin! |
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Wed Jul 13, 2005 9:42 am |
| I agree with some of the other posters that it's great because it offers your skin extra protection from the elements. I try to be careful about what's in the makeup, however, because your skin does absorb it so having good ingredients is very important. |
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Thu Jul 14, 2005 12:53 am |
| I'd also like to add that HOW we take makeup off could be important as well. If you are lazy and end up using those ready makeup remover wipes day in and day out then you're probably doing a lot more pulling and tugging on your skin than if you were not wearing makeup (and thus didn't have to remove it). |
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