Makeup for wrinkled skin: what to know

Wrinkles are folds in the skin that can become more visible when the surface is dry or when product gathers in a crease. Sun exposure can contribute to texture and lines, including Crow's Feet around the eyes. Makeup can soften contrast, but it does not reverse Sun-Damaged Skin or change the skin's structure.

Use a gentle cleanser, moisturiser, and daytime sunscreen before makeup. Choose a flexible, hydrating foundation or skin tint and press it on with fingers or a damp sponge. Add concealer only to areas needing extra coverage, then blot excess from creases before it sets. Use a fine amount of powder on shine-prone zones and avoid dragging brushes over delicate skin. If you want to explore treatment, a qualified clinician can discuss Botox or Dermal Fillers according to the line's location and cause.

Book a skin assessment for a spot or patch that changes, bleeds, crusts, remains sore, or does not heal. Seek urgent help for sudden facial weakness, speech difficulty, or vision change. Cosmetic lines can be managed at your pace, while a changing lesion should be assessed before it is concealed.

Ask whether your texture is related to dryness, movement, or sun exposure; which products suit your skin; and whether treatment is appropriate. Discuss the expected effect, possible side effects, and aftercare for any injectable procedure.