Do make sure you apply eyeshadow with a small, soft brush and blend it - a cotton bud is ideal - just to smudge it a little so that the colour doesn't look like it’s been crayoned on. Before applying your mascara, make sure your lashes are clean and free of product so that the mascara stays put. Unless you suffer with oily skin (and possibly even if you do), you should try to avoid using a powder. In the past we were taught not to shine, but these days, shine is 'glow'. CC creams, or 'colour correcting' creams, are a lighter version of foundation while still having more coverage than BB creams. They prime and even out your skin tone, and often have hydrating benefits, making them ideal for mature skin and those concerned with age spots.

Powder can seep into the lines and creases of mature faces so, if you really feel the need to wear it, keep it to an absolute minimum and only apply around the t-zone area where oil can settle. Nourish and revitalize your skin's appearance with CC cream, specially formulated to reduce the signs of ageing.If you have very thin brows, it's best to leave them alone entirely or go for a shade or two down - it's better to have a whisper of definition than an awkward-looking line. Another great product is brow gel, which you can use to set your brow pencil, feather your brows or add some colour to them. I've got thin, sparse lashes but I discovered Lancome Hypnose mascara a couple of years ago. The shape of the brush makes it much easier to catch those tiny lashes in the corners of the eye. It never clumps nor flakes and is easy to wash off at the end of the day. Wouldn't use any other now. Not the cheapest but I think it's worth every penny." No matter which formula you eventually choose, here’s a tip from legendary make-up artist Charlotte Tilbury on the best application technique: "As you drag the brush up from the base of your lashes, zig-zag the wand from side to side. This creates more volume as you are depositing more product onto your eyelashes." Whether you want a bright, bold colour or a translucentgloss for a subtle shine, this product is perfect for special occasions.

Get our newsletter for the latest style and beauty tips, plus competitions, exclusive discounts and more - sign up belowAlways apply after foundation and not before. That way you'll only use what you need and it will look more natural. Apply an eye lid primer. As your skin gets thinner with age, you'll notice that your eyelids will develop a translucency and uneven skin tone. Dot a primer onto lids before you apply any hint of colour. A lightweight, affordable foundation that gives good coverage and glides over fine lines and wrinkles. As for your bottom lashes, turn the brush vertically. "The thinner end will help you control your application with more precision," Charlotte adds.