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Easy, expert tips for a vibrant look
If you want a dramatic before and after, look no further than mascara for an instant effect. The biggest bugbear is finding a wand that works for all lashes, especially if you have frustratingly stubby ones. L’Oréal Paris Panorama Mascara, £12.99, is so-called because it features both short and long bristles to capture and extend every lash. ‘Apply it to the outer corners of the upper lashes first to really open up the eye’ advises Val Garland, L’Oréal Paris Global Makeup Artist. ‘Then, wiggle the wand through the centre, lash by lash, to get panoramic dimension.’
2 FADE DARK CIRCLES
Lack of sleep can make these worse, but it’s typically not the root cause. ‘The main culprit in creating circles and excess pigment in the skin and hollowing around the eyes that occurs is age,’ says dermatologist Dr Joshua Zeichner. He suggests an eye cream with vitamin C, which helps decrease skin’s production of melanin. ‘Think of vitamin C like exercise,’ he says. ‘You have to be consistent and keep at it for a few months to see results.’ best loves Garnier Vitamin C Brightening Eye Cream, £10.99.
3 FILL OUT HOLLOWS
This happens when fat under the skin in the tear trough (the area between your lower eyelid and upper cheek) diminishes with age, making the trough appear deeper and more shadowed. ‘An eye cream rich in hyaluronic acid can help by plumping the skin,’ says Dr Zeichner. Drinking water can also help – while it doesn’t hydr
