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Beauty Recs for Gen X
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items If you understand the phrase 'youth is beauty' now more than ever, here are my beauty recs for easy, daily, Gen X-appropriate products that are easy on the wallet.
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Genx Glow-up
Dry Hair? No cares!
Still Got It Skincare
Genx Glow-up
WFH life means minimal makeup most days. But when I head out, these are my quick glow-up favorites—simple makeup and perfumes that make a difference without a big to-do or a big dent in your wallet.
Perfect for low maintenance Gen Xers who dreamed of being Arwen & looking like Liv Tyler. This is apparently her lip color but even if it’s not , I love it.
Almost Lipstick in Black Honey | Glossy Lip Balm
If your brows look more crooked like mine since some grays came to town, this will fix them right up! I’ve gotten so many compliments since using it but no one knows why (we love our symmetrical faces!) because it looks natural. Love! And they don’t ...
Instant Lift Brow Pencil
If you don’t know where to start with skin glow sticks, this is a good one. I use it on my eyes & high cheeks. And- since we all should be saving for retirement double-time, it doesn’t break the bank.
Lumi Le Glass Glow Highlighter Stick - L'Oréal Paris
About five years ago, I decided I wanted a signature scent. I tried a few options, but this is the one that stuck. It smells like roses—soft but not too sweet—with balanced undertones that linger beautifully, especially on clothes and hair. It’s more...
Rose Olivier Eau de Toilette 3.4 oz.
My skin isn't flawless, although it looks pretty good for my age imho :) I found this powder- affordable, lightweight- doesn't make my pores stand out when I need to use foundation like liquid stuff does. I don't use foundation every day, but this is my go to when I do.
e.l.f. Halo Glow Powder Filter Foundation - Light Neutral - 0.35oz
I jumped on the black honey wagon and haven’t turned back. The ad that got me was the one that claimed Liv Tyler wore it in TLOTR. She has always been my beauty icon plus I think it brings out the green in my hazel eyes, which I love.
High Impact™ Gel Tech Liquid Eyeliner - Clinique
Dry Hair? No cares!
Moving to Arizona + Perimenopause= the Sahara for my hair
This is perfect if your hair runs dry, esp if you live in a dry climate like I do. Just a tiny bit in damp hair is perfect.
OGX Renewing + Argan Oil of Morocco Penetrating Hair Oil Treatment - 3.3 fl oz
For genx ladies! I wanted to try to achieve a gray blend look without spending hours and hundreds of dollars in the store. THIS is awesome. It is a mask that bleeds into your hair and slowly fades out. It covers some grays more than others and just t...
Custom Color | Wella Hair Color Fresh Hair Mask Caramel Glaze + Copper ...
My hair runs dry- and since I moved to Arizona it’s even worse. I use this once a month and it helps a lot. I love Wella products. I mean, it doesn’t make my hair feel like when I was in my 20s and lived seaside, but, it’s a LOT better than frizzled ...
Wella Professionals Ultimate Repair Mask (5.07 oz) Luxurious Deep-Conditioning Hair Treatment Masque
Love! This is my nighttime go to face cream. I really like the hydro boost line. It is inexpensive, relatively, and effective. When I was trimming my budget I cut out the other hydro boost products, but kept this one because it covers the basics.
Neutrogena Hydro Boost Hyaluronic Acid Night Pressed Face Serum - 1.7 fl oz: Anti-Aging Moisturizing Treatment
Still Got It Skincare
Some years ago I trimmed my skincare budget. These are the survivors.
I spent years experimenting with expensive daytime face creams but really this one works the best , or at least as good, as something $40 more. It is what my grandmother used (minus the spf, which wasn’t a thing back then). Some years ago, in an effo...
Olay Complete Lotion Moisturizer with Sunscreen - SPF 15 - 6 fl oz
I live in Arizona where it is sunny all year long. I keep my oil of olay in my bathroom and put it on every morning, and I keep this in my kitchen and put it on as extra protection before going out (to walk the dogs or even just short walks around th...
CeraVe Facial Moisturizing Lotion AM SPF50 - 3 fl oz
So this is a food- but I use it for beauty because the collagen makes my hair and skin smooth. You have to use it regularly. I put two scoops in my plain Greek yogurt in the morning, it adds protein and collagen.
Primal Kitchen Vanilla Collagen Fuel Drink Mix, Vanilla Coconut Collagen Peptides, No Sugar or Dairy, 13.1 Ounces