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Everyday Beauty Recs for 40+
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Kate Kaput
Nothing I use is fancy, but I like to think I usually look nice and put-together! Here’s a list of almost entirely affordable and accessible favorites.
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Hair
 
Skin
 
Makeup
 
Fragrance

Hair

My hair is fairly fine, but I have a lot of it. Light wave and an as-yet-unidentified texture.
 
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Works better than any other brand I’ve tried. Never feels gunky.
MONDAY Dry Shampoo
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For when I need to call in the big guns!
TRESemmé Extra Hold Hairspray
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I always use this before drying my hair. Keeps it from frizzing out!
Kristin Ess 450°F Hydrating Heat Protectant Spray
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I’ve tried all kinds of expensive curl creams and mousses, and this is still the only one that’s light enough for me.
OGX Locking + Coconut Curls Creamy Mousse
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Lightly scented shampoo that keeps my hair feeling clean, soft and hydrated. Paraben-free!
Native Coconut & Vanilla Moisturizing Vegan Shampoo
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Light, hydrated and delicately scented. I love this K-beauty spray!
Narka Creamy Veil Hair Mist
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Keep your hair hydrated! This is the best and most inexpensive micro fiber hair towel for wavy hair.
YoulerTex Microfiber Hair Towel
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Skin

Combination/normal skin with occasional hormonal breakouts on my jaw and chin. Super pale; lots of SPF needed!
 
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Helps lighten the overall appearance of wrinkles and fine lines. A quick and temporary fix that works wonders.
Dr. Melaxin Calcium Volume Multi Balm
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Feels nice and light but has really helped improve my skin’s texture
Good Molecules Niacinamide Face Serum
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Yes, I use men’s moisturizer. And yes, it works great!
Duke Cannon Supply Co. Ultralight Face Lotion
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Goes on so light and smooth, and it soaks in quickly so I can put makeup on over it soon afterward.
Supergoop! Glow Screen Sunscreen SPF 40
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Why bother with fancy soaps and body washes when this classic does the trick so well? I love the light almond scent.
Dr. Bronner's Magic Pure Castile Liquid Soap
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Feels so, so good and hydrating on my skin. Specially formulated for my needs.
Prose Custom Moisturizer
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Makeup

I keep my makeup pretty minimal these days, and everything comes from drugstores.
 
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Keeps everything IN PLACE — long-term!
NYX The Face Glue Primer
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For my extremely pale girlies! I just wish it had SPF…
COVERGIRL Nourishing Skin Tint Foundation (Dewy Finish)
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Light, hydrating, inexpensive and really helps even out tone and texture
Covergirl Trublend Liquid Makeup
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I can’t get enough of this lip oil. I’ve got one in every purse, both cars and multiple drawers.
e.l.f. Glow Reviver Lip Oil in Coral
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A surprisingly long-lasting tint for a timeless red lip that’s not too intense for everyday wear
L'Oreal Paris Paradise Hyaluron Tint Lip Stain Serum in 420 Le Rouge Paris
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Simple but powerful concealer with vitamin C, great for under eye circles and blemishes that don’t require intense coverage
COVERGIRL Simply Ageless Under-Eye Filler & Brightener Concealer
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The easiest brow pencil. I use the Natural Brown color and then use NYX brow gel over it (also included in this list).
e.l.f. Instant Lift Brow Pencil
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Keeps my brows in place and looking natural. I use an e.l.f. pencil first, then cover it over with this.
NYX The Brow Glue Eyebrow Gel
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Smooth and doesn’t clump. Stays on nicely.
e.l.f. Lash XTNDR Mascara
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So smooth and simple. I use shade L2. Matches perfectly, blends easily.
Covergirl TruBlend Hydrating Foundation
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Lightly tinted, super light, nourishing, feels good — not sticky. I have one of these in every bag and both cars.
e.l.f. Glow Reviver Lip Oil
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Fragrance

I’m pretty new to the fragrance game, but here’s what I love so far.
 
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I love this sort of dusky scent, like it’s just rained. A little masculine but not overwhelmingly so.
fine'ry’s Jungle Santal Eau de Parfum
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The only “fancy” fragrance I’m absolutely obsessed with. No dupe will do.
Viktor&Rolf’s Spicebomb Cologne
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I have a much smaller size of this that doesn’t seem to be available anymore. But it’s one of the most divine scents I’ve ever smelled, promise.
West Third Brand’s Grit + Poise Eau de Parfum
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This is another men’s cologne, but damn, it smells great. Slightly sweet.
Goodfellow & Co’s No.10 Amber & Black Pepper Cologne
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