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Taking care of an over-50 face
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items I'm 53, post-menopause (yay!) and I've never been overly precious about what I use on my face. I have had no cosmetic procedures and my eyebrows are natural because I was too chicken to aggressively wax/tweeze them to follow the thin brow trends. Her...
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Over-50 low-fuss skincare
Over-50 low-fuss makeup
Over-50 low-fuss skincare
Washing, sometimes toning, always moisturizing, with a dash of Vitamin C and Retinol on the side. As you can tell, I'm not into one brand only.
My face feels clean without being tight/stiff or overly greasy. Light lemon-ish scent. When I wear no makeup or light makeup, I use this by itself.
Confidence in a Cleanser Hydrating Facial Cleanser
If I'm wearing a full face of makeup (rare, but it happens) I use this first to melt away the makeup. The scent reminds me of Noxzema.
Versed Day Dissolve Cleansing Balm
I tone only if I wore a full face of makeup or was sweating all day.
Paula's Choice 2% BHA Liquid Exfoliant Toner
I use a pea sized amount every other day and so far, so good. I didn't experience irritation.
CLINICAL 1% Retinol Serum Treatment For Anti-Aging
I use this on the days I'm not using retinol. My skin is brighter and my dark spots/scars have faded.
Versed Vitamin C Brightening Serum
I use this most nights before bed. My favorite flavor is vanilla, but I'm basic like that. Unless you're slathering it on, you're not going to use it quickly enough to be able to rotate through seasons.
Laneige Lip Sleeping Mask
My moisturizer for over 5 years now. It's light and cooling (v. important lately) and available in most drugstores and department stores.
Neutrogena Hydro Boost Water Gel & Oil-Free Face Moisturizer
I left most of my breakouts when I left my 40s (far too late, imo) but when I feel one coming on, this kills it overnight. The microneedles add a sadistic thrill
Mighty Patch Micropoint™ for Blemishes
These helped to knock out dark spots left over from breakouts. The microdarts only prickle a little bit, and you feel like a daring bada*& for taking it. ;)
Mighty Patch Micropoint™ for Dark Spots
Mom said if I shaved my face it would grow back thicker. She was, thankfully, incorrect. My face is smoother and my makeup lays better. I only do this every 2-3 weeks.
Kitsch Recycled Plastic Dermaplaners 12pc Set- Black
A very gentle eye cream which I use every night and some mornings.
Confidence in an Eye Cream Anti-Aging Peptide Eye Cream - IT Cosmetics
While I *have* used Confidence in a Cleanser in the eye area before without problems, I prefer to use a dedicated eye shadow remover just to be safe. No irritation, no tears, and no more eye makeup! (shake it first)
Oil-Free Eye Makeup Remover, 5.5 oz
Over-50 low-fuss makeup
Great options for when you want to look alive without dedicating an hour to your makeup routine.
I have been using these for years. I started with jet black but now I switch between Espresso, Lionfish Bronze, and Plumfull.
Stila Stay All Day® Smudge & Set Waterproof Gel Eye Liner
I can't abide by a heavy full-foundation look anymore; this covers imperfections while still letting my natural face show. The SPF is a very welcome bonus.
CC+ Nude Glow Lightweight Foundation SPF 40 | IT Cosmetics
Sometimes this is the only makeup I wear. I have been using Great Lash since I was allowed to use mascara. Have I tried other modern brands and styles of mascara? Yes. Do I keep coming back to this? Also yes. It just works, and the bright colored tub...
Great Lash Mascara - Maybelline | Ulta Beauty
This is another brand I've used for years. It keeps my eye makeup from moving. I tried the anti-aging version once and 1) saw no difference; and 2) continued to age so I'm back to the original formulation.
Original Eyeshadow Primer Potion - Urban Decay Cosmetics | Ulta Beauty