Women are known to use all sort of tactics to appear younger than they actually are. From face creams to diets to lying about the age, women know very well how to look more youthful. However, there are also women who are always mistaken for teens due to their childlike features and these females would love to look a little more mature. Here are some tips to employ in order to look your age and not resemble a growing kid.

Women instantly get a more mature look when they apply kohl on their eyes. A thin black outline will work, you don’t need to load yourself with it. Apply eyeliner for a more feminine look.

If you have been sporting a fringe a la Carly Rae Jepsen, then you are bound to look like a bubbly teenager. Bangs are preferable over fringes which suit women who look apt for their age. The best solution is to just let your hair grow out naturally instead of resorting to fancy cuts like these.

Women sporting long locks look any day more mature than those flaunting cropped hair. This is why most elderly women go for shorter hair, because it makes them look more youthful. Waist length hair or longer would be perfect to lend you the mature look.

If you are already looking like a kid, there is no sense in dressing up like one and then cribbing about how everyone calls you a child. Ditch these 2 outfits if you have them and opt for hot shorts, skirts or full pants.

If you are willing to exchange the child-woman tag for a hottie’s, then start dressing in a bolder manner with hot shorts, mini skirts, heels, yoga pants and teasingly revealing tops. However, for office wear and ladies who don’t want to appear hot, opting for formal wear is a good option. They always give the wearer a sophisticated, older and wiser look.

Children don’t apply makeup because if they do, they are going to look older. But there is no one stopping you from applying light makeup. A simple combination of kohl, lipstick and light rouge should do the trick. Also, be careful to see that your eyebrows are shaped in a pointed angle, it gives the face a sharp appearance.

If you have got puppy or baby fat on you, hit the gym or the nearest jogging park and lose it. Many an actress was once a chubby kid who transformed into an enviable beauty thanks to weight loss.

Observe yourself instead of others for good and notice things, habits and traits that may be making you look childish to others. Ask for advice from others on characteristics they think you should eliminate in order to look more mature. It could be the way you talk, your practical jokes, the expressions you make, doodles you draw, etc.