Can You Glow Up After 40?

A glow-up is a dramatic improvement of physical appearance, individual style, overall attractiveness, and maturity. So is it possible to glow up after forty?

The answer, in our opinion, is YES, YES, Yes!

An after 40 glow up is not some adolescent glow-up, it is so much better! You have the double benefit of confidence and means that most of us didn’t have in our teens!

A post-40 glow up is a fabulous way of turning the focus back to you, after years of looking after everyone else!

The art of “glowing up” is an individual process that usually happens over a few years. The Urban Dictionary defines a “glow up” as an “incredible transformation,” or “to go from the bottom to the top to the point of disbelief.”

How Do You Glow Up after 40?

A glow up is a dramatic improvement of physical appearance, individual style, overall attractiveness, and maturity. A post-40 glow up is also about following new interests, refining your aesthetic tastes, highlighting your talents, and even finding your purpose. A glow up after 40 is about finding your individual style, what clothes and colors you like best on you. This is also the perfect time for rebranding yourself.

Working towards a glow up is a fantastic journey to undertake in your 40s and beyond. It is a way to take back some control, feel more confident in yourself, and more calm and content with what you look like and how you act.

This glow up is all about learning to love yourself unconditionally, so that your love for yourself, your body, and your interests will not waver because of the opinions of others!

How to Glow Up After 40

Each person’s glow up process looks different. But we have some tried and true tips for getting the ball rolling on yours.

1. Start a good skincare routine

If you haven’t been taking great care of your skin so far, there is still time to make a difference. Getting into a great morning and afternoon skincare routine is essential. While we cannot erase every sign of age, having healthy skin goes a long way to brightening up your image.

If you are not sure where to begin, we can suggest these brands as great places to start.

Cleanser

It is important that a cleanser does not dry out your skin or add any irritants. It should gently remove excess oil and makeup without stripping the skin.

We recommend:

Toner

A toner’s job is to soften your skin after cleaning. It should calm the skin and remove any residue from the cleanser. It should not irritate or feel tight.

We recommend:

Eye Makeup Remover

When we miss small bits of eye make-up we risk irritating our eyes as we sleep. Adding to the appearance of tiredness and age. A good eye makeup remover should be gentle and effective.

We recommend:

AHA exfoliant

An AHA exfoliant gently removes dead skin and sun damage to reveal fresh new skin. Regular use will result in smoother and more even skin tone.

We recommend:

A Moisturizer with SPF

a good moisturizer with SPF is an essential step in any skincare routine. It will protect your skin from further damage while generating new fresh skin cells.

We recommend:

2. Update Your Makeup

If you are still using the same brands and style of makeup from 10 years ago, it is time to refresh. Learn how to enhance your beauty with some new products, tricks and techniques. There are some amazing tutorials online you can follow.

Get the base right with a wonderfully smooth, moisturizing foundation.

We recommend:

Saint Cosmetics Flawless Radiance Foundation

or Dermablend Flawless Creator Multi-Use Liquid Foundation Makeup

3. Reassess Your Hairstyle

As above, if your hairstyle hasn’t been updated in a long time, now is a great time to do something about it. Try a new stylist or talk to your current one about updating your look. Try a new color or style and you will notice a massive difference.

If your hair is looking a little thin you might also want to try some hair extensions to add volume and length quickly and easily.

4. Use Sunscreen Daily

If you want to glow for years to come, then adding a good sunscreen to your make-up routine is essential. Not only will you reduce your risk of skin cancer, you can also avoid visible signs of sun damage like wrinkles and sunspots.

Recommend:

La Roche-Posay Anthelios Melt-In Milk Body & Face Sunscreen SPF 60

5. Get Enough Rest

Yes, beauty sleep is key in any glow up. You will look fresher, more relaxed, happier, and healthier when you regularly get a solid night’s sleep. Aim for 7 -9 hours a night, going to bed at the same time each evening and waking at the same time each morning. Starting a regular evening routine is a great way to let your body know it is time to unwind and get ready for sleep. try lowing the lights, taking a warm bath or sipping some tea. avoid tv and devices for the last hour before bed by picking up a book or using the time to journal. Check out our post on sleeping better

6. Eat Whole Foods

Fresh fruit and vegetables should be a major part of your diet now. Not only will it help you with the goal of a physical glow up, you can also improve how you feel and regulate your energy levels. Starting by filling your kitchen with healthy, fresh whole foods is a great way to go.

7. Reshape Your Body

It means that if you’re not satisfied with your body shape, now is the time to do something about it. It might be the time you start using the gym, learn how to lift weight or begin to really focus on your diet. A dramatic change in your physical body now will affect the condition of your body in 30, 40 or even 50 years. You might also want to give intermittent fasting a try. Many women in their 40s and 50s have found it to be one of the best ways to drop that extra weight around their middle. We have made a list of some of the most popular diets here.

8. Move More

Make an effort to get more movement into your day. While you may already have a weekly exercise plan, it is still important to move as much as possible during the day. All those times you run up the stairs, walk around the office or do some housework, you are burning calories. Your body was made to move, a lot, so move it as much as possible every day!

9. Cut Back On Coffee

We all love our coffee in the morning. But also know that when we rely on caffeine to get us through the day it can start to work against us. If you are struggling with bloating, digestive issues, headaches, nausea, restlessness, anxiety, or mid-afternoon sleepiness, it might be time to cut back on the coffee. Keep your morning coffee, but switch out coffee later in the day with a green tea or glass of water.

10. Cut Back On Alcohol

For many of the same reasons as coffee. A glass of wine might not be a problem, but a few more every night will start to have a negative impact on your health and energy levels. If you are keen for a dramatic change during your glow up, cut the alcohol for 30 days to see what difference it makes. you might be very surprised.

11. Drink More Water

We all know that water is the key to glowing skin. Find a way to get in more water each day and you will find it helps a lot!

12. Moisturize – everywhere!

Body butter, cuticle cream, foot cream for cracked heels. Don’t forget to moisturize your lips too. We suggest a good exfoliate and lip moisturizer.

We recommend:

13. Go Makeup Free

Ok, we are not suggesting skipping make-up altoghter. But, if one thing we learned during the panadmic, it was that skipping our makeup routine some days was kind of liberating. It is also great for our skin, especially if you struggle with acne, dry skin, or skin issues. reducing makeup usage can allow your skin to become more naturally glowy, healthy, and fresh. Even beyond that, taking a break from makeup can benefit your mental well-being as well.Another alternative is to start using lighter make-up some days. We found a new love for BB and CC creams recently.

We recommend:

14. Find Your Signature Fragrance

Find a signature fragrance that makes you feel and smell wonderful!

DedCool Fragrance – Non-toxic, natural and Vegan perfume, loves you and the planet.

15. Update your Wardrobe

Is it time to add more color? Be a little more daring? Try something new? We say yes! This is the time to embrace your individuality, not the trends or norms. Now is the time to rock your look, express yourself and wear what makes you happy!

If you are not sure where to start, try a stylist who might get you out of your fashion lane and into something new to boost that glow up.

We recommend: Prime Personal Stylist for only $4.99 a month for personal style options sent to your door.

16. Start Taking Vitamins

It is essential that you have all the nutrients your body needs. Sometimes we need a little boost in the form of vitamins.

Start by finding out what you are missing with a Comprehensive Vitamin Profile Blood Test – Personal Labs offer one for $426

Health Labs offer a Comprehensive Vitamin Panel for $499

17. Look After Your Teeth And Breath

Get into a good teeth cleaning routine, Yes we also mean flossing! Good oral health helps fight any sour smells too. It is also a great time to whiten your teeth, even a few shades lighter can brighten up your smile incredibly.

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18. Work On Your Posture

Have you ever wished you could instantly look five pounds thinner? You can with good posture. Try to imagine that an invisible string is pulling you upwards. Try it right now.

19. Accessorize

Learn how the right accessories can change a so-so outfit and into a showstopper look. Invest in a few basic, versatile accessories that you can use to take your go-to outfits up a notch.

20. Revitalize Your Clothes

Have a good look at the clothes you are wearing. Are they looking a little sloppy with lint build-up? Are their stains and do they need a good clean or dry-clean? Looking after the clothes we have and making sure they are in top condition is essential is a glow up. And don’t forget to take a good look at your shoes too!

21. Embrace your individuality

This is the time when you really find your ‘brand’. Learn how to be authentically you in what you wear, read, think, say and do. A glow up is all about you!

22. Confidence

This part of a glow up is where you have an advantage due to your age. You are old enough to have suffered rejection, made mistakes and learned a lot along the way. Now is the time to stop worrying so much about what other people think about you. Step up in confidence and don’t care what others have to say about it.

23. Find Your Passion

When you find that thing that lights you up, sets your heart on fire and fuels your day, you have found a magic ingredient in the process of a glow up. You have likely spent the majority of your adult life so far, looking after the needs of others. Now is the time to focus on your passions and interests. Get ambitious – write a book, start a podcast, or learn how to lift weights. Whatever takes your interest, follow it.

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