THE SNEAKY EYELINER TRICK FOR MATURE WOMEN | Nikol Johnson

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[KathyHinshaw]

I am a retired optometrist and one thing I used to tell all my patients who use eye makeup: it belongs on the OUTSIDE of the eye, not INSIDE! The area between your lash line and the ocular surface is actually INSIDE the eye. Most of the everyday moisture in our eyes comes from glands that line the inside of both upper and lower lids; these are the meibomian glands and their ducts line the edges of the lids. Putting eyeliner on this area is asking for trouble, because it can clog and stop the moisture flow into the eye. If you could see your own eyelids under high magnification like eye doctors do, you would never even think of putting eye makeup there. The ducts can clog, the moisture trying to get out of the glands carries the makeup into the tear film, where it can become embedded on the inside surfaces of the lids. The inflammatory response to this is poor eye lubrication, causing redness and dry eye irritation and pain. Over time, the damage to the glands is irreversible. Two rules: (1) keep your makeup on the outside of the eyes, and (2) thoroughly clean all eye makeup every night. I will add one more, that if you are not going out, don't wear your eye makeup at all that day. Give your eyelids a complete break that day.

[bethsutton]

As someone who had clogged meibomian glands so bad that some of my glands actually died off, I caution women about applying any kind of product to their "waterlines" (a beauty term and not an optician term). In my case, mine were so badly clogged, that I had to have a treatment to express them (to the tune of $950 out of pocket as my insurance didn't cover the procedure) and I am on lifetime Rx eye drops for dry eye that cost $600/mo. These glands are very delicate, hard to clean, and produce a crucial portion of the tears that bathe the cornea and keep it from drying out. It's also important to note that once the individual glands die off, they do not come back. Think long and hard, my friends.

[mjinit]

As a 73-year-old woman who has developed dry eyes, I think it's a very bad idea to tight line eyelashes. I've seen videos where eye doctors find eye make up embedded in the inside upper lid on women who are having eye problems from years of wearing eye makeup. We don't really think about these things until we start to have some eye pain and realize beauty means nothing if your eyes aren't healthy. Apparently our eyes can only take so much make up over our lifetimes. I'm just saying: be careful. The glands in your eyelids can get clogged and actually die. You can't get new glands, so be careful about contacts and makeup when you're young! I wear minimal eye makeup now. Hate to rain on anyone's parade, but take care of your eyes!

[mimisharpe]

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[bobbisimmons]

I used to line my waterline (the narrow line just above my eye as you mention), and I also did that on the bottom of my eye when I was younger. I had an eye infection many years ago, however, and the ophthalmologist I saw told me that the product doesn't STAY ON my eye, but rather goes IN my eye. After that terrible night of feeling the infection in my eye that caused me to not sleep, I discontinued this beauty practice, and I have not had another medical issue since. So, I do not recommend doing this, despite the fact that it DOES look lovely.

[joniloinsigh]

Using products on your inner lid margins is not a good idea, it blocks the little openings of the meibomium glands and results in blockages which lead to chalazia (styles) and blepharitis, also upsetting the balance of your tear film. Good lid hygiene is really important to prevent the symptoms of dry eye disease. Keeping those little openings clear is vital, it’s best not to gum them up with product.

[barbaraburdette]

I put eyeliner on my eye lash curler just along the edge and it adds that little bit of liner when you curl your lashes rather than the curler taking your liner off..its a neat trick.

[shawnahess]

I've seen optometrists warn against using products on that part of the under eyelid. Something about clogging sensitive glands. Anyone with dryness or other eye issues should check this out before trying. It sure looks great, but if it causes redness, swelling, or vision issues, it isn't worth it.

[susanprock]

Love your finished look - put together, not overly made up with cakey makeup, fresh, dewy, clean and natural . I’m almost 60, natural grey hair, use Philosophy skin products ( due to sensitive skin issues that worsened while taking chemo ) - my problem is finding 1 color that blends with my entire face ( foundation ) . Chemo saved my life but wrecked my skin, broken vessels, blotchey, pigmentation, wrinkles ( brought existing lines out and larger and deeper ) Hydration for my skin and lots of fluid intake to hydrate my body, but so hard to maintain due to being nauseous and puking. I want to look like a healthy, natural woman again . Any advice ? Just found your channel and love that you embrace yourself, help us out with tutorials and you have certainly encouraged me . Sorry such a long comment - but for the first time in a long time, I want to get some of my confidence back and “ feel pretty “ - thankful to be cancer free, put in all those treatment hours, medications, trial studies and worry, beat the beast, came out with a better attitude and look on life . Thankful - Grateful- Blessed . Binge watching you channel 😁

[rebeshirley]

I'm 59 and I've been using that technique since the 80s. I did it on top and bottom but stayed away from the tear ducts. Made my eyes more prominent and didnt have to use liner as much above lashes. Just a little liner not thick on my eye lid and my green eyes popped! Never had problems even with wearing contacts. Loved the difference it made! Thank you for all of your great tips! ❤

[sharonmunoz]

Wow!! So happy I read the comments!! I will not be using this little trick anymore, I have been doing this since I was in 8th grade!!! Health before vanity.

[Linguitos]

Careful coloring your inner lids as shown in this video, suffering from dry eye is what you can end up with if you damage the delicate glands that are in those areas.

[maureenmesserli]

Hello firstly I do not wear makeup at all even when I was younger.I enjoyed watching Nikol demonstrate how to put her make up on. Nikol is absolutely beautiful and shines from the inside out. Her presentation I feel was very professional and easy to listen to and follow visually. I personally believe in good facial creams and skin care.

[sarawilliar]

I have had no success with mascara as I aged. When you explained your trick of using the movement of the eyelid closing to stroke the brush, it completely changed the game for me. Now I can finally get mascara on the lashes, and can’t wait to try your mascara as well. Thank you so much for the education you offer to elder women using well developed techniques so clearly explained. Many of us grew up in an era when makeup was forbidden or considered whoreish. We woman have to lift each other up, and you do a fabulous job! Thanks so much!

[monav]

When I was in my younger years, I would say up until I turned 40, I colored in my upper and lower waterlines -- but when I drew closer to my 50s, I began having problems with my eyes, and dry eye syndrome. I would feel like I had sand or grit under my eyelids and my eyes would burn all day long and have redness. I hadn't changed to use a new product line and had been using the same manufacturer of eyeliner my whole life. So I changed eyeliner manufacturers but still experienced the burning, redness, and feeling like I had sand or grit under my eyelids all throughout the day.

So, I just stopped using any eyeliner on the insides of my waterlines -- and as soon as I stopped the health of my eyes improved and I didn't feel the burning and the grit under my eyelids anymore! When it comes to choosing your health over vanity, you should always choose your health! I still use eyeliner but only on the outside of my lashes. If my eyes don't look as "dramatic" anymore, oh well, I'll just live with it !! I'd rather have healthy eyes and keep my vision for as long as I possibly can!

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[lmcsquaredgreendale]

Having been ill for almost a year the doctors have finally come up with a treatment and I am feeling more like my old self. I haven't put on make up for so long that I feel as if I am starting over. I stumbled across your channel and I am pleased to see a woman who isn't 30, although you look marvelous my dear, showing us makeup tricks for older women. You gave me some great tips and I feel like I can put makeup on and not feel like I'm caking it on. I took your advice, paused you, got up and looked in the mirror and the skin below my lash line is very light and shows all along the upper eyelid. No wonder my adding eyeliner always looked incomplete or badly applied. I have all this white skin below my lashes that made it look out of place.

I read one of the comments below about not putting makeup there for fear of causing chalazia (styes) and blepharitis but it doesn't concern me. Blepharitis is from having too much bacteria in and around your lashes and I use a cotton ball and warm water and a touch of baby shampoo on the cotton ball and shampoo my eyelashes a few times a week. Then use my face cloth to rinse and remove the baby shampoo. I've had styes occasionally over the years as a result of having to wear make-up every day for work and I was frustrated because I had a stye form right before a very important engagement and I got angry and took care of it my way and I discovered a very quick fix if a brief pain doesn't bother you that I will not recommend because it horrifies my doctor and is not doctor approved.

Now the question is do I apply eyeliner all along the eye since my skin is visible all along the lash line or just from the middle to the end point?

[forgoodnesssake]

At 58 I recently lost a lot of weight. After years of ignoring my makeup I’m now really relishing it. Thanks so much for showing me a way to apply makeup that is age appropriate. I felt I was getting stuck into my old ways. New subscriber

[tonipapillon]

I've been doing this for about 5 years (I'm 57). As my eyes became more hooded it was a way to conserve lid space. Makes a big difference! If I'm in a hurry all i do is tightline and mascara

[skylinemobilecardetailing]

Thank you! Thank you!

This year, after almost a decade of ignoring my beauty routine, I started using makeup again.
At 56, my skin has changed dramatically, and I have found that my previous makeup products and application routines are simply NOT doing me any favors any longer. I was so discouraged…until I found your channel!

Your products and tutorials have made me feel beautiful again! You have helped me to enhance my assets and hide my flaws in a way I could not imagine; and for that I am profoundly grateful!!!

Thank you so very much for sharing your wisdom and for making an impactful change in my ability to see that I am beautiful, regardless of my age!

[kristiry]

Truly the best "hack" is a strip lash...minimal eyeliner on lid, not on the waterline, and no mascara required....especially if you wear glasses and have dry eyes like many of us over 50 do❤