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Beauty Products for Women 40+ That I Actually Use and Recommend To You!

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These are beauty products I’ve actually tried, loved, and would spend my money on again. I’m not someone who wears a ton of makeup, so I tend to look for products that are easy to use, actually work, and make getting ready a little easier. From skinc...
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Skincare and face products that I love!

Skincare favorites for women over 40! From hydrating moisturizers and eye creams to everyday face care, these are products I love or think are worth trying to help keep mature skin looking and feeling its best.
 
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One of my favorite eye creams! I love how moisturizing it feels without being too heavy, and I’ve noticed my under-eye area looks smoother and less puffy when I use it consistently. A little goes a long way, so the jar lasts me quite a while. Definit...
Squalane + Marine Algae Eye Cream - Biossance
 
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My daughter and I both love La Roche-Posay! Their face wash and moisturizer have become staples in our house. I especially like that the products feel gentle and moisturizing without leaving my skin feeling heavy or greasy. When both a mom and her da...
La Roche-Posay Skincare, Sunscreen, Body Lotion Official Site
 
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These Medicube Zero Pore Pads are viral for a reason! ✨ I love that the dual-sided pads exfoliate while still leaving skin feeling hydrated and refreshed. They’re made to help with the appearance of enlarged pores, blackheads, whiteheads and uneven s...
Zero Pore Pads
 
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I love that this sunscreen goes on clear without leaving a white cast. Some formulas also work as a makeup primer, which is a nice bonus! Many are fragrance-free, making them worth considering for sensitive skin. It can feel a little stickier than I'...
Supergoop! The Best Skincare with SPF and Sunscreen

Make Up Must Haves

My favorite makeup finds for women over 40! From mascaras and eyeliners to everyday beauty essentials, these are products that help enhance your natural beauty without breaking the bank. A mix of tried-and-true favorites and great finds worth checkin...
 
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Tubing mascara is where it’s at! I love this one because it gives my lashes great length without smudging or leaving me with raccoon eyes. The best part is how easily the little tubes come off with warm water—no scrubbing at my eyes or fighting with ...
Tubing Mascara | Smudge-Proof Tartelette™ Tubing
 
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An affordable, long-lasting eyeliner that's water-resistant and easy to apply. Works great on the waterline, lash line, or eyelids. I love that it's retractable, so there's no sharpening needed. A great little makeup bag essential!
No Budge Retractable Waterline Eyeliner
 
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Love this mascara! It gives my lashes noticeable length and volume without looking overdone. It really makes my eyes pop and brightens up my whole face.
Milani Highly Rated Tubing Mascara for Length
 
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MAC has been one of those makeup brands I keep coming back to. I don’t wear a ton of makeup, but when I do, I want products that are pigmented, easy to work with, and actually last. I especially love their lip products and makeup because there are so...
MAC Cosmetics
 
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Many shades to choose from my favorite is pillow talk a pinkish nudes shade. Long lasting buildable matte finish. A lottle o. The pricey side but well worth the money
Charlotte Tilbury Matte Revolution Lipstick
 
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I can't stress enough how much I love this lip balm! I struggle with dry lips, and this leaves them feeling so soft, smooth, and hydrated. It gives my lips beautiful color without feeling like a heavy lipstick. The coverage is surprisingly good, and ...
LAURA GELLER Jelly Balm Hydrating Lip Color
 
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This is such a lifesaver for those mornings when you look exhausted, haven't slept well, or just need a little brightening! Tarte Fake Awake eyeliner helps make tired-looking eyes appear brighter, bigger, and more refreshed in seconds. It glides on s...
Tarte fake awake™ eye highlight - waterline eyeliner

Body care favorites

A little self-care goes a long way! My favorite body lotions, washes, shaving essentials, and other finds to keep your skin feeling soft, smooth, and smelling amazing. Perfect for a little everyday pampering!
 
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I love eos body care! Pink Champagne is my favorite scent, but honestly there are so many good ones. The lotions leave my skin feeling soft and moisturized, and the scents actually make me look forward to putting lotion on. 😂 If you love body care t...
eos Body Care Collection | Lotion, Shave Cream & More
 
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Okay, this stuff has seriously been a lifesaver! 😂 I love how good it smells, and it actually lasts a long time. And for my fellow chunky-thigh girls—I use it on my thighs instead of Glide, and it works really well for me. No shame in the chunky-thi...
Best Deodorant For Women | Lume Whole Body ...
 
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This affordable body cream leaves my skin feeling moisturized with a beautiful, subtle shimmer. I love layering it over my eos lotion and applying it to my shoulders and collarbone for an extra glow. The vanilla floral scent smells amazing! Definitel...
Halo Glow Soft Beam Body Cream

Hair products

My hair is a weird little combo 😂 — I have a lot of it, but the individual strands are fine, and it’s naturally wavy. So I need products that tame the frizz, bring out my waves and give me that sexy, tousled volume without weighing everything down. ...
 
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I have a lot of hair, but the strands are actually pretty fine and naturally wavy, so my hair can turn into a frizzy situation real quick. 😂 I keep coming back to L’Oréal Elvive because it gives me the moisture my hair needs without making it feel s...
Elvive Shampoos, Conditioners & Hair Treatments
 
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My wavy hair has a mind of its own 😂 and this is one of the products that helps me keep it under control. I have a lot of hair, but my strands are fine, so I need moisture without feeling weighed down. This leaves my hair feeling softer, smoother an...
Conditioner Total Repair 5 Ceramide Recharge Leave-In ...
 
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When my hair is looking a little more frizz than fabulous 😂 this is what I reach for. I love using this to give my hair that smoother, shinier, more put-together look without having to do a whole salon routine. Because sometimes I want my waves a li...
L'Oreal Elvive Glycolic + Gloss Leave-In
 
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The smell is amazing to start! 😍 I use just a few pea-sized drops through my hair before using heat, and it leaves my hair feeling smooth, soft, and much less frizzy. It helps keep my hair looking sleek all day without feeling heavy. One of my favor...
It's a 10 Miracle Leave-In Conditioner
 
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I love how easily this brush works through tangles without pulling! It works great on wet or dry hair and is especially nice for sensitive scalps. Makes brushing so much easier!
Unbrush Detangler Hair Brush
 
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This is my absolute favorite curling iron! I tore my rotator cuff a few years ago, and curling my hair became such a chore. I have a lot of hair, so using a regular curling iron takes forever. This one automatically curls my hair and beeps when it's ...
Automatic Curling Iron: TYMO Curl Pro for Effortless Curls