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Beauty for over 50’s :My Go-To’s Essentials for skin confidence (went skin makeup free 17 years ago)

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Things I won’t be changing( for a long while..)
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Skincare

 
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An oldie but a goodie..fantastic as it does not strip and dry skin. Not every skincare item you own has to be trending or expensive. Sometimes the everyday classics still performs better than most. This cleanser is suitable for older skin type too as...
CeraVe Hydrating Cleanser for Normal to Dry Skin
 
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My top barrier repair cream hands down!! Bought one and was hooked. Ordered spares immediately. It has a slightly thicker texture and goes on well. I use with it retinoids as a base to prevent irritation and also to repair skin simultaneously. On sum...
Ectoin BarrierBuild Milk | Barrier‑Strengthening Light ...
 
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Another staple in my routine. Significantly reduces melasma pigmentation and works well under spf. Light glossy finish giving a glass look which is a bonus. The fact vit C that is added makes a great product for daytime as an antioxidant for daytime....
Glow Skincare | Vitamin C, Tranexamic Acid &
 
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This one is non negotiable!! Definitely tightens and lightens..I have tried many eye cream and I can honestly say this one is a winner. It really freshens up the skin and the lines are kept at bay. I used half a tube and I am a convert. I purchased 3...
Peptide Firming Eye Cream
 
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My other fav is this trx serum! I use this when I need a boost ..just great all the way. Whenever my APLB body lotion is out of stock, I mix this with Cerave Body Lotion as a backup. I use it neat on any sun spots that gets aggravated by heat to calm...
Tranexamic Topical Acid 5%
 
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This is a fav during winter months as it helps with the dryness that can come with peri menopause. I also use it as a face moisturizer for going out at night during winter months. It gives a good glassy skin and acts as a barrier through the harsh cl...
Weleda | Brands | H&B
 
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Best emollient ever! I use it straight out from the shower whilst skin is wet. This allows castor oil to be absorbed easily without the sticky feeling. I also use this prior to showering too...I cleanse my face/neck and whilst it is damp a small laye...
Fushi Fresh-Pressed Castor Oil 250ml | H&B
 
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My choice in this range is the Tranexamic body lotion. Tranexamic helps to reduce melanin and protects. This keeps my skin clear as we all know sun spots all over especially chest and hands can be aging. This is great for preventing pigmentation and ...
Buy APLB Skincare
 
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Who doesnt’t know of this product?! I am someone who wears lip tint daily..heavier lip product only for occasions. I don’t wear skin makeup at all not even tints or bb/cc creams. I tend to dress my lips and just clear mascara. So I concentrate on my ...
Lip Tint Makeup
 
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For mommies who does regular household chores daily and still want nails that are polished. We still want to look put together despite not having much time or funds sometimes. Mommies tend ignore self maintenance in order to take care of our brood an...
OPI Nail Envy Original Nail Strengthener 15ml

Hair

 
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This is a good light coloring for anyone going grey and want to stop frequent coloring sessions. It buys time and also for anyone who wants to grow out their greys before fully commiting to it all the way. No damage to hair as well. Worth the money.....
Sally Beauty
 
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Using color masks on grey hairs can leave a brassy tone. This works quickly, easy to use and requires no second go’s. Highly recommend!
L'Oréal Professionnel | Hair Care
 
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This was a saviour for me and still is for hair shedding. I suffered severe hair loss ( telogen effluvium) 3 months after discharge from covid. I lost more than half my hair and took me 2 years to regrow. It is not as it used to be and I actively mak...
Polemera / Misich Raw Batana Oil for Hair Growth
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This something I add to my shampoo and conditioners before each use. I put 2 drops to a few pumps of each individual product in a small bowl. I do these as it keeps it fresh for each use. It has helped for hair shedding since post covid ( long covid ...
Miaroma Rosemary Pure Essential Oil 20ml

Beauty Toiletries

 
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Now this one is a no brainer. For disposables one cannot beat the price and it works just as well as any other brand out there, highly recommend! Save your money wherever you can especially with disposables.
Cotton Wool Pads
 
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This is a multi use product now in my household. I used this 10 years ago when I had my baby boy and since then it is a staple. I use it to wipe my hands in between my skincare layering routines. I have it always in my handbag for cleaning purposes a...
Baby Wipes Sensitive 6 Pack
 
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Now most people wouldn’t think of this as a recommendation on a beauty product list. I disagree as how we feel affects how put together we feel. It is probably controversial how I use this. During heavy menstruation days I opt for these especially wh...
Incontinence Pants
 
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The things us females have to spend our hard earned money on, so why not go for something that works even better that doesn’t cost as much?! This panty liner is extra long and super comfortable. It is great to wear under tight fitting bottoms to prev...
Panty Liners

Accessories

 
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We all know sun protection is key for good skin. This although is a hat and not a beauty product I see it as crucial to our beauty regime. Wearing SPF on our skin is only one step. Make sure to wear a hat or visor that covers your whole face. Keeps y...
korean style adjustable sun hat windproof cord lightweight

Miscellaneous

 
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Just like the tablets this is a supplementary form of aid. To reduce the physical bruises (i.e from needles/ cannulas or lasers) faster! Plus point fantastic when my son has bruised knees from athletic activities. Keep one in your first aid kit and i...
Arnica Cream & Gel
 
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This is a must for any ladies out there who has regular aesthetics done. Ladies who swell and bruise easily, make sure you have this in your beauty supplies. Take before any treatment for prevention.
Weleda Arnica 30c 125 Tablets
 
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I wear contacts daily, so I prefer to just not be boring and make it colorful. Why not?! I order online :fast delivery and efficient. Sometime when I need them asap I pick up from their office in UK. They are comfortable to wear as well and not dryin...
comfi Colors 1 Day Contact Lenses | Next Day Delivery