Eye opener: Makeup tricks that turn back the clock

Make your eyes the stars of the show with these 4 makeup pro-approved steps for mature skin, so you can shine, sparkle and turn heads

- LAUREN STACHIW

STEP १ Prep eyelids

It may seem unnecessary, but using eyelid primer before applying eye shadow is key, says makeup artist Jamie Greenberg. "It erases creases in the eyelid, creating a base for eye shadow to adhere to." With regular use, a primer with firming peptides and hydrating algae extract also can help smooth your eyelid skin over time. Greenberg suggests Urban Decay Eyeshadow Primer Potion Anti-Aging (Urban Decay.​com), which goes on translucent, so it works for all skin tones.

STEP 2 Layer on shadow