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The Dark Feminine Fall Beauty Edit for Women 40+
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items Dark feminine beauty after 40 isn’t about piling on black makeup or trying to look younger. It’s about rich berry lips, softly smoky eyes, luminous skin and sophisticated colors that feel a little mysterious without becoming harsh. This fall edit inc...
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Dark, dramatic makeup looks much more elegant when the skin underneath appears hydrated and fresh. This lightweight serum is designed to brighten, hydrate, firm and calm the skin without feeling heavy. It’s an especially appealing prep step when dull...
PEACH & LILY 2.36 oz Glass Skin Refining Serum
This moisturizer-and-primer combination helps create a soft, comfortable base before applying fall makeup. It’s a worthwhile splurge for anyone whose foundation tends to catch on dry areas or look heavier than expected. A small amount can help the co...
BOBBI BROWN Vitamin Enriched Face Base + Moisturizer & Primer with Vitamin C + Hyaluronic Acid
Dark feminine beauty doesn’t require a thick, mask-like foundation. This skin-focused formula provides medium coverage with a radiant finish, making it a lovely choice for evening out the complexion while allowing some natural skin to show through. T...
IT Cosmetics CC+ Nude Glow Lightweight Foundation + Glow Serum with SPF 40
For a more affordable glow, this complexion booster can be worn underneath foundation, mixed into it or tapped onto the high points of the face. Use it sparingly to create candlelit radiance rather than an all-over metallic shine. It gives rich fall ...
e.l.f. Cosmetics Halo Glow Liquid Filter
Mood Exposure is a sophisticated alternative to bright pink blush, combining a muted plum tone with a softly luminous finish. It complements burgundy lips, smoky eyes and other dark fall colors without competing with them. Apply it in light layers fo...
HOURGLASS Mood Exposure Ambient Lighting Blush
This compact palette makes a moody fall eye feel sophisticated rather than harsh. Its mix of soft pink, mauve, taupe and deep plum shades can create everything from an understated daytime look to a smoky evening eye. The coordinated colors are easy t...
Morphe Underslated ChromaPlus 6-Pan Eyeshadow Palette
Rockstar is a deep eggplant eyeliner that brings a little more interest to the eyes than everyday brown or black. The creamy pencil can be used as a defined line or smudged quickly for a softer, smoky effect. It’s a particularly beautiful companion t...
Urban Decay Cosmetics Rockstar 24/7 Glide-On Waterproof Eyeliner Pencil
A lifted, separated lash balances deeper fall eye makeup without requiring a thick strip of false lashes. This mascara is designed to reach and define individual lashes while adding visible lift and volume. Concentrate the product at the roots, then ...
Lancôme Glossy Black Lash Idôle Lash-Lifting Volumizing Mascara
Black Honey is the gateway product for anyone attracted to dark lipstick but hesitant to wear a fully opaque shade. It looks almost black in the tube but applies as a sheer, buildable berry tint with a comfortable, lightweight feel. One layer gives s...
Clinique Black Honey Almost Lipstick
Diva is the statement lip in this collection: an intense reddish burgundy that immediately creates a dramatic fall look. Keep the eyes softly defined and allow this rich color to be the focal point. The deep shade also looks beautiful applied lightly...
MAC Diva M·A·Cximal Silky Matte Lipstick
A burgundy liner makes dark lipstick easier to control and helps create a cleaner, more intentional shape. Use it around the edges before applying lipstick, or fill in the entire lip and add balm for an inexpensive wine-colored stain. It also lets yo...
NYX Professional Makeup Burgundy Slim Lip Pencil Lip Liner
Wicked is a deep, nearly black red that captures the dark feminine mood without looking like novelty Halloween polish. It works with casual sweaters, date-night outfits and dressier fall looks, making it more versatile than pure black. Two carefully ...
Essie Wicked Reds + Oranges Nail Polish
The least glamorous—but possibly most important—part of wearing rich eyeliner, mascara and long-lasting lipstick is removing it gently. This cleansing balm dissolves makeup without requiring aggressive rubbing around the delicate eye area. Massage it...
Clinique Take The Day Off Cleansing Balm Makeup Remover