No Eyebrows at 75? No Problem! Fuller Brows and Stunning Eyes for Mature Skin

Quick Answer

If your brows have thinned or disappeared with age, you can rebuild a soft, natural shape with a clear brow stencil and a taupe pencil, then flatter mature eyes with a dark chocolate (not black) eyeliner smudged close to the lash line, a volumizing mascara, and optional press-on lashes worn underneath your own. In this Fierce Aging episode, makeup artist Nikol Johnson gives 75-year-old Peggy a full makeover using Nikol Beauty products, proving that a trending eyeliner look flatters women at every age.

Key Takeaways

• Hydrate the under-eye and skin before makeup so concealer and color corrector sit smoothly.
• A clear brow stencil plus a taupe pencil rebuilds shape even when you have very little brow hair.
• Your brows are "not twins, but not distant cousins" — aim for balance, not an exact match, because faces are asymmetrical.
• Softer eyeliner shades like dark chocolate and plum define mature eyes without the harshness of black.
• Press-on lashes applied under the natural lashes add definition without feeling heavy.
• Color correcting (green for redness, peach for darkness) neutralizes the skin before BB cream and concealer.
• The real rule: wear what makes you feel good, regardless of age.

Welcome to the Fierce Aging Series! In this episode, Nikol is joined by the wonderful Peggy, who is 75 years young (turning 76 in November) and truly embracing life with grace — golfing, going on quilting retreats, and living life to the fullest. Peggy's advice on aging is simple and lovely: stay calm and find that calmness from within, and take life as it comes. Then Nikol walks through a warm, easy makeover with Nikol Beauty products, featuring a trending eyeliner technique that looks just as beautiful on a 70-year-old as it does on a 20-year-old.

How do you prep and hydrate mature skin before makeup?

Great makeup on mature skin starts with hydration. Skipping this step is why color correctors and concealer can look dry or cakey.

1. Press an eye cream or serum into the under-eye using reusable "Bags Are Designer" under-eye tools to drive the product into the skin for deep hydration.
2. Hydrate the face with a light emulsion or moisturizer applied with a flat foundation brush, so the application never feels heavy.
3. Prime the skin with a Fiercely Smooth face primer to create a smooth base for BB cream and everything layered on top.
4. Prep the lips early with a rose lip balm so they are soft and hydrated by the time you reach lip liner and lipstick.

How do you fill in sparse or missing eyebrows at any age?

As we age, brows can thin or fade, and it's easy to forget where the shape should sit. A stencil takes the guesswork out.

1. Choose a stencil shape. Nikol Beauty brow stencils come in four options — bold arch, slim, full, and classic. For Peggy, Nikol chose a slim arch, and the clear stencils let you see exactly where they land.
2. Map your three points with a skinny brow pencil in taupe: the start (straight up from the outer corner of the nose), the arch (over the iris, at the ball of the nose), and the end (straight up from the outer corner of the eye — cheat slightly higher so the brow doesn't drag down).
3. Place the stencil over your marks and lightly scribble in the shape — it doesn't need to be perfect, just an outline.
4. Remove the stencil and refine with soft, wispy strokes; avoid hard lines.
5. Blend with the spoolie end to disperse the color for a natural finish, then darken slightly for structure. Remember: brows are sisters, not twins — balance beats an exact match.

What is the best eye makeup and eyeliner technique for mature eyes?

This is the heart of the look — a soft, defined eye and the trending liner technique Nikol is excited about.

1. Prime the lid with an eye primer to neutralize redness and pigmentation so eyeshadow reads true and lasts all day.
2. Apply eyeshadow from the "Naughty Nancy" palette (talc-free, gluten-free, with a soft sheen rather than glitter): the middle shade as a wash of color, the lightest as a highlight, and the darkest with a smudge brush for subtle contour at the outer corner.
3. Line the eyes with a dark chocolate pencil instead of black, staying as close to the lash line as possible to build definition without heaviness.
4. Soften the line with a short smudge brush, then layer plum on top for an eggplant-toned dimension. Add dark chocolate along the lower lash line and gently smudge to balance the eye.
5. Coat lashes with a "Volume Up" mascara made for mature lashes — it grabs and coats every short lash so they look fuller.
6. For extra definition, add press-on lashes (Nikol used short 8mm wispies) underneath the natural lashes, so you can keep your eyes open while applying — helpful if bending close to a mirror is tricky.
7. Finish with the "sneaky" trick: gently fill the waterline/tightline with the liner so the base of the lashes and the lash line read as one seamless line.

How do you even out complexion and finish with lips and cheeks?

With the eyes done, color correcting and a light base pull everything together — then lips and cheeks bring the look to life.

1. Neutralize redness (Peggy has rosacea) by dabbing a green No Redness color-correcting stix only where you see redness on the nose and cheeks.
2. Cancel darkness and blue/gray tones with a "Just Peachy" color corrector under the eyes and over any pigmentation.
3. Buff both correctors into the skin with a foundation buffing brush for a seamless, airbrushed finish.
4. Apply a light BB cream with the same buffing motion — buildable coverage that never looks heavy.
5. Precisely place concealer in "fair" and "light" shades under the eyes to brighten and lift, then set with a brightening banana powder in thin layers so nothing looks weighed down.
6. Outline the lips with a "Rosé All Day" waterproof lip liner, then fill with the high-shine "Actually, I Can" lipstick, chosen for mature lips.
7. Add a creamy blush in "St. Barths" with the lip and cheek cream, sweeping upward to lift the face.
8. Finish with a touch of "Champs" (champagne) lip gloss in the center of the lips and a hydrating rose setting spray.

The Bottom Line

Age is just a number when it comes to embracing beauty. With hydration first, a stencil-guided brow, softer liner shades, and a light, color-corrected base, you can create a fresh, flattering look that feels like you — only more confident. Peggy summed it up perfectly: "I can't believe it's me. I love the eyebrows." Ready to recreate the look? Explore the full Nikol Beauty collection to find the brow, eye, and complexion essentials from this tutorial.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can you fill in eyebrows if you have very little or no brow hair?

Yes. A clear brow stencil paired with a taupe brow pencil lets you rebuild a natural shape even when brows are sparse or missing. Map your start, arch, and end points, scribble lightly through the stencil, then blend with a spoolie for a soft, believable brow.

Why use dark chocolate eyeliner instead of black on mature eyes?

A dark chocolate liner is softer than black and still defines the eyes without dragging them down or making them look smaller. It keeps the look fresh, especially if you have dark circles. If you love your black liner, keep using it — this is simply a gentler option as your needs change.

How do press-on lashes work if I can't close my eyes to apply lashes?

These press-on lashes go underneath your natural lashes, so you keep your eye open and look downward while attaching them. They add thickness and definition, feel weightless, and are easier to apply than traditional lashes placed on top.

What is color correcting and do I need it?

Color correcting neutralizes unwanted tones before foundation. Green cancels redness (great for rosacea), and peach cancels the blue and gray of under-eye darkness. Applied only where needed and buffed in, it means you use less concealer and avoid a heavy, cakey finish.

What is the best order to hydrate and prep skin before makeup?

Hydrate the under-eye with eye cream, then the face with a light emulsion or moisturizer, and prime the skin before BB cream. Prepping first helps every product — correctors, concealer, and BB cream — apply smoothly and last longer on mature skin.

What makeup looks best on women over 50, 60, or 70?

Soft, hydrated, and lightweight wins: a defined-but-natural brow, softer liner shades, thin layers of BB cream and powder, and a creamy blush swept upward to lift the face. The most important rule is to wear what makes you feel beautiful and confident.