5 colors to avoid after 50: they can dull your glow

Have you ever put on a top you absolutely love… only to feel that something looks off in the mirror?

A slight shadow under the eyes, a duller complexion, a tired look that seems to appear out of nowhere? What if the secret isn’t the cut of the garment, but its color? Certain shades—even very trendy ones—can change our appearance far more than we realize, either enhancing or dulling our natural glow.

Why can some colors make the complexion look heavier after 50?

As the years go by, we may notice that colors which once suited us perfectly suddenly seem to drain our radiance. There’s nothing alarming about this: every color reflects light differently onto the face. When a shade lacks softness or warmth, it can create too strong a contrast—or, on the contrary, flatten facial features. This is what leads to that “tired” appearance.

The good news? By slightly adjusting your color palette, you can instantly regain a fresher-looking face—almost like after a walk by the sea.