A CELEBRITY makeup artist has revealed the simple tweaks he turns to when working with mature skin.
Armand Beasley is the beauty pro behind Goldie Hawn's glamorous looks, and he's spilled some secrets he swears by and the products he recommends.
Beasley () is steadily growing a following on Instagram, where he shares photos of his artistry.
His clients have included Nicole Scherzinger, Downton Abbey’s Joanna Frogget, HRH Sultanah Kalsom of Malaysia, and English actress Denise Welch.
Speaking to The U.S. Sun, he shared little-known tips for how to enhance the appearance of aging skin.
FACE FLAW
Beasley advised being cautious about following social media beauty trends as they may look different in person.
He shared a popular one to avoid.
“Overuse of highlighters that have glitter particles on the cheeks and nose,” he said.
“The striped contour effect looks so unflattering, and although you can get away with it on a picture or social media with the help of various filters, in real life it’s so unflattering.
“Less is more in my opinion, and I always refrain from using filters on my work as I want people to see the natural beauty of my clients not a strange AI version of them.”
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Beasley described himself as “pro-aging” and said people should learn to make the best of themselves.
He shared two factors to consider before applying any makeup products.
“Never use face wipes and always look after your skin,” he said.
“Drink two liters of water a day. I use a hydrogenated water filter as it helps more on a cellular level.
“Remember, Beauty has no age.”
MAKEUP MASTERY
Beasley said mature skin requires makeup products that are best suited for its needs.
“As we get older, our skin tends to get drier so products rich in hyaluronic acid will help boost the feel of the skin,” he said.
“Light-reflecting concealers will help to make the eyes look brighter.
“Cream blusher is really effective and brightens dull skin — which tends to happen with aging.
“So, a touch of peach or pink on the ‘apples’ of your cheeks merging into a silica-based highlighter which you pop on top of the cheekbones will make you look fresh.”
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He also recommended revamping how eye makeup is applied with age.
“Swap your black under-eyeliner pencil with either a lounge-wearing dark brown shadow or a dark grey shadow as this won’t look as hard around the eyes,” he said.
“Also only apply a pressed powder or mattifying powder on the T-zone — keep your cheekbones and cheeks satin or glossy.”
POWERFUL PRODUCTS
Beasley revealed a selection of effective products that he keeps in his makeup bag.
“Urban Decay’s All Nighter spray has been great, especially for clients going through menopause, as it really helps with keeping the makeup in place,” he said.
“My multi-award-winning Pro Body Glow by Armand Beasley and Buzzbalm Beauty took a year to formulate and was inspired by my client Goldie Hawn.”
He said the nourishing multipurpose balm can address dryness on body parts such as the heels, shins, lips, and décolletage.
“It’s the perfect accessory if you’re out for the evening and showing some skin and want it to look and feel hydrated,” Beasley said.
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“Oxygenetix’s Oxygenating Concealer is long-wearing and really brightens the eyes without looking cakey.
“I use this on my makeup clients too as it’s really discreet.”