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You look tired...

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MrsEvadneCake · 26/03/2015 21:15

...is what I've heard at least once a day this week. I am tired but I'm suddenly looking it and old too. So what to do?

I'm 40. I don't wear makeup, my hair could do with a cut and I feel flat, fat and frumpy.

Anyone want a project/got any advice?

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Izzabelly · 26/03/2015 21:25

Do you exercise at all? I have. 2 DDs - one 22 months and just finished breastfeeding her. I can look tired but I do find getting active (as in sweaty and a bit red faced) helps. Are you taking a vitamin supplement?
Other things - drinking lots of water/wearing a good concealer and BB cream with added Skincare (Olay 7 signs thingy with Max Factor foundation), having a good haircut, nice underwear, investing in some basics that flatter you.

burnishedsilver · 26/03/2015 21:28

You've answered your own question. You don't wear make and your hair needs a bit of a cut. You can fix that by lunch time tomorrow.

MrsEvadneCake · 26/03/2015 21:32

Thank you both. Don't exercise much. I do walk a lot every day in my job though.

I've just let myself get in a rut and not given myself much time.

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SoMuchForSubtlety · 26/03/2015 21:36

Life in your eyes makes for life in your face - what inspires you, makes you happy, makes you bounce? Can you reconnect with that?

squiz81 · 26/03/2015 21:38

what about an eye lash tint? It gives your eyes a boost without the hassle of applying make up each day

MrsEvadneCake · 26/03/2015 21:41

Somuch I'm actually doing a job I love but just recently I've not done much else I enjoy, between work and the DCs I've been just collapsing in a big heap by the evening. You're right that I need to do more enjoyable things too.

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MrsEvadneCake · 26/03/2015 21:42

Squiz I used to do that a long time ago. Good thought. Thank you.

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Kennington · 26/03/2015 22:14

I get this a lot because I am gry and anaemic.
Dior glow maximiser under eyes and cheekbone then benefit on cheeks.
Job done.
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plummyjam · 26/03/2015 22:17

Get your haircut, put some make-up on and have your colours done. The difference wearing the right colour clothes for your complexion can make is immense.

Getting enough sleep and exercise will help but will take longer to achieve.

MrsEvadneCake · 26/03/2015 22:24

Plummy it's black and Erm a bit of grey to break up the black...thank you. I'll look into it.

Kennington thank you.

It seems obvious really. I really am tired! Make up and polished hair. Thank you though all.

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ZaraW · 27/03/2015 08:01

Yes decent hair cut and colour with subtle make up will make a big difference. I bought a Nutribullet (poor man's Vitamix) a couple of weeks ago and having green vegetable/fruit juice has made my skin glow.

puthyjip43 · 27/03/2015 08:11

Exfoliate your face, use brightening eye drops and blusher. Easy as and really makes a difference (I get the 'are you tired?' ALL the time!

burnishedsilver · 27/03/2015 11:09

A tiny hint of fake tan on the face can work wonders.

plentyofshoes · 27/03/2015 12:21

I have downloaded an app on my phone which basically reminds me to drink water. Sad, but it appears to be working. Dark under eye seem brighter.

Aridane · 27/03/2015 12:24

(moderate) blusher!

MrsEvadneCake · 27/03/2015 17:12

I've booked a hair cut. Booked an eyebrow shape and lash dye. Dug out my water bottle. I shall have a make up sort out this weekend.

Thank you all. It's much appreciated.

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shopafrolic · 27/03/2015 17:21

What's the app plentyofshoes ?
I've been asked this three times this week - and wasn't wearing make up on any of those days so clearly there's a lesson there for me

toffeeboffin · 27/03/2015 17:23

Fake tan.

I use a small blob on my face every day, as well as moisturizer.

Since doing that people have said how lively I look. (I'm still knackered underneath though)

plentyofshoes · 28/03/2015 09:38

It was a free one called aqualert. You put in your weight and activity level and it calculates the amount you need. Pretty basic, but it has made me realise I have not been drinking enough at all.
My skin does look a lot better.

Petal02 · 28/03/2015 10:14

Another vote for subtle self tanner on face.

MrsEvadneCake · 28/03/2015 17:26

I've just bought cleanser, exfoliating face wash, eye make up remover, mascara.
I've dug out my unopened good intentions once upon a time BB cream.
I've downloaded the water app.

I'll glow!!

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MountainDweller · 28/03/2015 17:36

I always find curling my eyelashes makes me look more awake - even with no or minimal eye make up!

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shopafrolic · 28/03/2015 20:34

Thanks Plenty - I've downloaded :)

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