Without question cosmetics are a great way to conceal blemishes, enhance beauty and boost outward appearance.
Over time make-up usage can take a negative toll on your skin. Listed below are five common ways make-up ages your skin faster.

1. Ingredients in make-up can work against your skin. Zinc oxide, dimethicone and propylene are several ingredients commonly found in make-up. These ingredients can create a thin build up on the skin. The oils and sweat can become trapped under the build up and cause pimples.

Some customers have had complaints about mineral make-up containing Bismuth Oxychloride. This ingredient can cause irritation that leads to peeling.

2. Roughly applying make-up can torture skin. Rough handling can cause wrinkles and fine lines to appear from harsh handling.

3. Some cosmetic users believe that just because their make-up contains a sunscreen they can over expose themselves to the sun.

4. Too much make-up can prevent skin from breathing and tanning evenly. The result is a dull toned and unhealthy looking pale face.

7 Ways You're Aging Your Skin

Do you hop into bed still wearing your mascara? Try out every new skin product to hit the shelves? These common mistakes may not seem like a big deal, but over time they can take a toll on your skin and leave you looking prematurely aged.

Don’t worry: It’s not too late. Here, we break down your bad skin habits and show you how to avoid them—and look 10 years younger.

Going to bed without removing your makeup
You may find it tempting to fall into bed after a busy day—or a late night on the town—without cleaning your face. But skipping a cleanser at night can lead to breakouts later.

During the day, environmental toxins (like dirt and pollution) build up on skin and invade pores, which can cause complexion problems, says Dr. Sadick. So don’t hit the sack before you wash. Use a good cleanser and save your skin. Keep a box of cleansing towelettes bedside for added convenience—simply swipe and sleep.

Here’s What It Looks Like When You Don’t Wash Off Your Makeup For A Month
When one woman volunteered to see what would happen if she didn’t wash the makeup off her face for a month, the results were pretty scary.

Watch The Doctors and dermatologist Dr. Annie Chiu explain some of the reasons why wearing makeup constantly might cause skin to age prematurely.

Next time you’re feeling too lazy to wash your face before bed, you better think twice!

10 Makeup Mistakes That Can Age You
Using makeup is a double-edged sword. Apply it correctly, and it can make you look youthful and fresh: Witness our well-made-up models, both in their forties. But use too heavy a hand or dated techniques, and it can just as easily add years to your face. See the 10 errors makeup pros singled out for us, plus the easy fixes to make.