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My makeup must haves and tips for 45+ skin

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People ask me all the time what my secret is to looking so young.  So I'm letting you in on a few of my secrets!  If you're over 45, this is my tried and true makeup that doesn't smear and run and look like the Joker or a clown, doesn't sit in creases and wrinkles or make you look like grandma who couldn't get her eyeliner on straight.
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Prep work

Pre makeup to prepare the canvas

 
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Prepare your skin pre makeup and literally "shave" off years!
Prep your skin before you begin!

Foundation

Every masterpiece needs a good foundation

 
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Seriously - smooths those little lines.  It's like having a filter on your face in real life!
SEPHORA
 
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Smooth those fine (and not-so-fine) lines!
IL MAKIAGE Power Redo Wrinkle Fix 20ML
 
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Love this!  Feels so light and covers all those sun spots, imperfections, and lovely signs of aging.
PÜR Beauty 4-in-1 Longwear Foundation & Concealer
 
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A little cheat to keep those eyes wide open! Pro tip- clear tape is way better than the "nude" color tape.
600PCs Invisible Double Eyelid Tape for Hooded Eyes

Work of Art

The finishing touches

 
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Easy to create an instant lift
Contour sticks to lift
 
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Avoid shadow caking in the creases
Cream Eyeshadows
 
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Don't look like grandma drew your eyeliner on in the car.
Complete your Look with Persuasion Eyeliner - Cosmetics
 
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Don't ignore your brow power! A well defined brow can lift your face better than the best plastic surgeon!
Aesthetica 16-Piece Brow Contour Kit
 
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Nourish your lashes
Toplash Extra Ebony Mascara with Keratin
 
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Thicker lashes and brow
Skinny Confidential Brow Peptide Serum
 
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Red lips make teeth look whiter!  With Wonderskin, wear it on your lips, not on your teeth!
Wonderskin Wonder Blading Lip Stain Masque

How to (or not do)

 
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Don't make these mistakes!
The Worst Contour Mistake To Avoid Over 40, And What To Do Instead
 
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Don't let your brow define your age!
Aging Eyebrows: Get Thicker, Fuller, Youthful Brows | Dr. Sam Ellis
 
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Check this out for some help with contouring
Over 40 Contouring MAKEUP HACKS to look YOUNGER