This post is titled Makeup Over 50, but I think anyone can use these products.
Whenever I stepped into a makeup store like Sephora, I am like a deer in the headlights.
Every row seems to be the same products, but just a different brand on top. How do you know what to buy?
Keeping it real with the photo above. I am literally wearing my pajama shirt with no bra with a full face of makeup – ha!
My friend Erica loves makeup and it was invaluable to have her show me what to buy. Mind you – this stuff is EXPENSIVE, but I feel it’s completely worth it. As we age it’s important to take care of our skin just as much as what we put in our body.
Below is a list of products she said are a great base to have in your makeup collection. I’ll explain briefly how I use each one and give you a link to purchase. Could you find these products cheaper at other places? Maybe! But I am linking to Sephora since that is where I bought everything.
Tips for Makeup Over 50
- Foundation may not be necessary. I typically only would put on foundation and a bit of mascara and call it a day. But as we age and the wrinkles invariable start to appear, sometimes foundation can get “cakey” and make those wrinkles seem more pronounced. The BB cream I use is kind of like a color correction to even out the red spots on my face to make my complexion even all over my face.
- Hydration is Key. My skin is dry by nature. I’ve talked about putting Pond’s Cold Cream on my face every night before bed. Which I will still continue to do. But twice a week I will be using a water based sleep mask before going to bed.
- Primer. Until last week I had no idea what this was. It’s basically the first layer you put on your face. Turns out primers can help smooth the skin’s surface for the best makeup application.
- Concealer with Hydration. The first under eye concealer Erica tried she immediately said “this is too dry for your face.” We jumped a row over and she picked out Make Up Forever brand matte velvet concealer and there was moisture and it was a dramatic difference. The skin around your eyes is delicate and I love the product she picked out for me.
- Blend! When I first put on the BB cream I just used my hands to move it around my face – but a brush or sponge is key to blend the cream not only on your face, but along your chin line and below to blend it all together.
- Finishing Powder. Turns out this is different from the compact that is always in my purse. A finishing powder is super light and well, finishes off your makeup for an even more flawless look. And it helps keep your makeup look fresh for a longer period of time.
Below are the products I bought with a link. This is NOT a sponsored post. 😂
MAKE UP FOR EVER MATTE VELVET CONCEALER – my shade is 2.3
DR. JART BB BEAUTY BALM – love that this has an SPF of 40! My shade is 02 – Medium Deep
NARS LIGHT REFLECTING LOOSE SETTING POWDER – my shade is Crystal
TOO FACED BETTER THAN SEX MASCARA – Hannah actually turned me onto this mascara a few years ago, so I actually already owned this.
PRO POWDER BRUSH (THE LINK I HAVE IS FOR NO. 50 – WHICH IS JUST AS GOOD)
SUGAR ADVANCED THERAPY LIP BALM – this was a last minute purchase, but I am in love with this lip balm. I literally apply a couple times a day and it keeps my lips soft all day. And I love that the top twists closed.
LANEIGE LIP SLEEPING MASK and LANEIGE WATER SLEEPING MASK
At the Sephora we were at, they had a combo pack for $20. I didn’t find that on their site, so maybe check your local Sephora
I also bought Nars Mini Orgasm Blush – but I would probably only wear that for special occasions, not for daily use.
While all these products cost me just over $300, I will say so far they have been worth every penny. Typically I would buy my makeup at CVS or Walmart, so this is a very big step up.
My suggestion if you are on a budget, just start out with the BB Beauty Balm and Concealer, and if you can afford the primer that would be a great start. And then just build up your makeup collection over time.
I am by no means a makeup expert, but this makeup routine takes me about 2 minutes and as someone on Instagram told me, it’s like I have a filter over my face because it’s so even.
Let me know what you think of these products. Have you ever spent $300 on makeup?! First time for me and I am 54!
Thank you for your continuous help with everything.
I have been to Sephora only once. Thanks for reminding me about how easy they make it for us.
You’re welcome! That place intimidated me before my friend walked me around.
I love this!!! Exactly what I needed. Thank you!
Yeah! I was so happy my friend navigated me through the store because otherwise I would have had no clue!
Looking good! Love the Sugar lip balm, my all time fav.
Thanks Jacky! It was fun having someone with me to guide me to the right choices for my skin. And I love that the Sugar balm lasts – I feel like with chapstick I was reapplying like every half hour. 😂
I haven’t been wearing makeup since the pandemic started. This post makes me want to buy new stuff and try the simple routine.