Does this surprise you? Think about it. Pulling the hair upward smooths the lines around the eyes and accentuates your cheekbones. Try it and see if your skin doesn't look a little tighter! The other bonus to this style is it's so versatile and can work with multiple outfits. If you struggle with a lifeless pony, try doubling it up or adding a little texturizing powder to it to give it some bounce and really hit that high note!

Along with giving your skin a nice glow, highlighter can be used strategically to lift and contour the face, making it look more youthful. Try a little highlighter on the inner and outer corners of the eyes and along the brow bone to brighten up the eye area. You can also use highlighter to lift the cheeks. Just apply some using your finger for cream-based highlighter or an angled blush brush for powder-based formulas along the upper cheekbones. This will draw your cheeks upward.

Product Recommendations: Maybelline Dream Lumi Touch Highlighting Concealer, Giorgio Armani Fluid Sheer, Lancôme Le Duo Stick

We often think the hair on top of our head is the only thing affected by the aging process. This is not true. As we get older, our eyebrows are also impacted. Brow hair can become sparse and patchy, making our faces look older and more mature (not in the good way). Hold onto your youthful, full brows by equipping yourself with a dynamite brow powder. Make sure to keep an eye on your brow tails as well. If they are too thin, this can make your peepers appear droopy and tired (which also means "looking old").

Product Recommendations: Urban Decay Brow Box, em Michelle Phan Arched Defining Brow Liner, NYX Cosmetics Eyebrow Cake Powder

Many of us view lip gloss as a product of the past and an item we equate with our pre-teen years. We want to shed some light on lip gloss and the stigma attached. A little gloss action on your lips can actually work for you, as it can make your lips appear plumper and give them a youthful fullness. Try dabbing a soft peach or pink gloss in the center of the mouth and we guarantee you'll be carded at the next rated-R movie you attend!

Product Recommendations: Urban Decay Naked Ultra Nourishing Lipgloss, YSL Rouge Pur Couture Vernis Á Levres Glossy Stain, L'Oréal Paris Colour Caresse Wet Shine Stain

While we believe there's a time and a place for matte skin, we do advise you to use that powder sparingly. Powders can make your skin look dull and give you a cakey finish that accentuates lines and wrinkles. Go for a liquid-based foundation with a dewy finish. The moisture and illuminating properties will minimize those pesky lines and make your skin look fresh and youthful.

Product Recommendations: Giorgio Armani Maestro Foundation, YSL Le Teint Touche Éclat , Maybelline Fit Me! Dewy & Smooth FoundationClick here for more makeup tips and tricks on how to put your best face forward. Photo: thinkstock