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A CELEBRITY makeup artist has revealed the tricks she uses to make mature skin instantly look younger. She said there’s a key ingredient every beauty routine should include to lock in moisture and prevent sun damage. Makeup artist Zoe Ukemenan shared beauty tips for achieving a younger appearance Credit: Zoe Ukemenan Ukemenan recommended applying products that moisturize skin (stock image) Credit: Getty Zoe Ukemenan, who was born in London to Nigerian parents, is the founder of the vegan makeup brand Kutivz Kollection.

She has a degree in pharmaceuticals and has worked with stars including singer Shingai Shoniwa and the electro-pop band The Noisettes. Speaking to The U.S.



Sun, she shared tips for defying the signs of aging. POWERFUL PRODUCTS Ukemenan said mature skin tends to have larger open pores, hyperpigmentation, pronounced fine lines, and a loss of elasticity. She recommends using a full-coverage foundation with a tone that matches the skin.

“Liquid make-up blends in easier with these features, folding into the skin without the blotchy effect giving an easy finished look,” she said. “The liquid formulation of foundation, concealer and even blush or eyeshadow should also add moisture back over time as mature skin tends to retain moisture essentially also doubling up as skincare.” Ukemenan said vitamin E is a “hero ingredient” to look out for when buying beauty products.

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