Aging has a funny way of being treated like it’s only about wrinkles, and maybe the fine lines that are around your smile (and of course losing your teeth too), and that’s it. Like one day there’s a faint line, and the next day it’s all “anti-aging” ads and panic buys. Oh, and the grey hair, can’t forget about those either. But real-life aging is a lot more random than that. It’s not just lines, it’s texture, it’s dryness, it’s hair doing weird things, it’s brows deciding to peace out. Well, there’s a lot more to it, too, like liver spots and other things, but you get the idea here.
You know aging is happening, technically every day, but the thing is, it’s usually more than you might be aware of, and sometimes your current beauty routine isn’t going to be enough. Now, with that part said, this isn’t meant to be doom and gloom. It honestly is just about changing your routine over time to help with the aging.
Hair Thinning Can Happen
Of all things on here, this one might actually be the scariest of them all. But a lot of women don’t expect hair thinning, but it can show up in subtle ways. The ponytail feels smaller, the part looks wider, the hairline looks a bit less dense, and the volume that used to happen naturally now needs a little help. Remember the hair loss and general thinning if you have to deal with postpartum hair loss? Well, you could compare it to that if you wanted. Sometimes it’s genetics, sometimes it’s hormones, sometimes it’s stress, sometimes it’s nutrition, and sometimes it’s a mix of all of it, because of course it is.
It’s usually going to start with scalp care itself; some people use a shampoo brush, some go straight to the dermatologist, and some women might even explore procedures like Follicular Unit Extraction (FUE) if they have the money for it (which not everyone might be able to afford). But there are different ways and different price points for targeting this age-related issue.
Skin Texture Shifts, and Makeup Doesn’t Work as Well
This is the one that really messes with people, because the skincare routine might be the same, the makeup might be the same, and yet it just somehow looks different. What gives here? Well, skin texture can become more noticeable, not because someone is doing anything wrong, but because skin changes with time. It can get drier, a bit thinner, and less bouncy, so products that used to sit perfectly can start clinging or settling.
When it comes to this, it’s best to stop using heavy powders, well, if you’re applying makeup because they don’t do justicide, well, the same can be said for matte as well. Just focus on a moisturizing base.
Brows and Lashes Thin Out
Your brows frame the face, so without them, the whole shape looks off, right? Well, it’s gradual, same for lashes, they just slowly go away, well, thin out. But a softer brow routine, a slightly more defined shape, and a little extra care with makeup removal can help. Some people go for brow tinting or subtle enhancements, but the bigger point is this: losing density in brows and lashes is common, and it doesn’t mean anything is wrong.
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