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For anyone navigating mid-life and searching for beauty recommendations that truly make a difference, these are the products I keep coming back to time and time again.
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items Manna From Heaven! Beauty Must Haves for a Mid-Life Glow Up!
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Nail and Manicure Needs
Face Care
Make-up
Hair Care
Nail and Manicure Needs
I never write reviews but I felt like this needed to be recognized for the special product that it is. This needs to be put into a “Welcome to Menopause” gift basket (along with a fan, an ice pack, HRT, Lexapro and maybe a divorce attorney)! My menop...
CND Rescuerxx Daily Keratin Treatment 15ml
Honestly, I’m completely addicted to this line of nail products. The nail concealer is like no other product I’ve used. Just the right amount of coverage. And their regular polish is all self leveling, so even an amateur like me can make her nails...
Londontown - 20 Products
For any of us experiencing nail peeling in mid-life. I use this in conjunction with a keratin oil and it's really making a difference in the peeling.
Repair Mode™ Bond Building Nail Serum - OPI
Another must have for peeling nails. Jojoba is a wonderful product for dry, in need of hydration nails. And this is easy to apply right before bed!
Maxus Nails Jojoba Butter Cuticle & Dry Skin
Face Care
Best Drugstore Eye Cream! Honestly, I didn't have high hopes for this one but compared to a lot of higher price point creams, this one gets the job done!
Good Molecules Yerba Mate Wake Up Eye Gel
Love this face wash! Reasonably priced, a little bit goes a LONG way! And I love how my face feels after using it. Clean and soft, not tight.
Anua Heartleaf Quercetinol Pore Deep Cleansing Foam
A new staple in my skincare line up! At almost 56 years old, I'm new at the retinol game. There are SO many options out there and many much beyond what I can afford or tolerate. My skin tends to be on the sensitive side. But this is an amazing retinol! I've noticed lessening in the lines of my face and it's not irritating AT ALL! Best part, it's cheap in comparison to others out there!! Pro Tip: I use it on my hands as well!
Good Molecules Gentle Retinol Cream
Cerave is a must have for me! Recommended by so many dermatologists for a reason. This is SUPER thick and hydrating, little goes a long way. Pro Tip: I use it on my hands after my retinol!
CeraVe Skin Renewing Night Cream
This is my go to for summer! Light and cooling but has a layer of SPF so you don't need to add anything extra. I layer it over my Vitamin C cream and it's not sticky or tacky! LOVE IT!
Neutrogena Hydro Boost Hyaluronic Acid Water Gel Moisturizer
Ok, lets be real. Sometimes we're just too tired, too lazy, too short on time to go through washing our face. I love this for first thing in the morning! And the price point really makes it a no brainer!
Cala Makeup Remover Cleansing Tissues 60 ct
ROC is the GOAT when it comes to their skin care line. It can be a bit pricey compared to other brands but it is so effective and well worth the price. I have used their eye cream since I was in my 20's off and on over the years and I DO notice a difference.
RoC Retinol Line Smoothing Anti Wrinkle for Dark Circles Eye Cream
I feel like O'Keefe's is one of those “best kept secrets”. And, as I age, I want more and more protection from the sun. This is a nice, hydrating way to to it!
O'Keefe's Lip Protectant SPF 35
I love a face mask! And so far this has been a keeper. It really refines my skin and appears to be shrinking my pores. A must have for a self-care Sunday!
Andalou Brightening Pumpkin Honey Glycolic Mask
I bought these on a whim and do not regret my purchase! OMG, the water I used to get from just trying to take of my face. Oy! These little babies absorb ALL of it and makes washing my face a much less painful process!
Absorbent Wrist Bands for Washing Face
Make-up
I cannot say enough good things about this concealer! I was blessed with VERY dark circles (thanks Mom and Dad!) and I look like a zombie when I don't wear it. Plus, the price point? Get out of here!!! Don't tell them but I'd pay 3x what they charge for it!
Catrice Under Eye Brightener
I don't wear a lot of make-up but I swear by this mascara. It stays put till you're ready to take it off. No raccoon eyes ever! And it's been wedding tested, no smearing!
Pitch Black Lash XTNDR Mascara - e.l.f. Cosmetics | Ulta Beauty
Hair Care
Let's talk about thining hair…….no one really told me that when you lose weight via a GLP-1, that hair loss was a possibility. Not that it would have changed my mind but I might have been more proactive. Having said that, I tried a bunch of different products so you don't have to!! :) Landed on this one FINALLY. The shampoo, conditioner AND a hair thickener has made such a difference in my hair. I finally can see some baby hairs coming in and some added thickness. Be aware, though! It's tingly! But in the best way!
Nioxin Scalp + Hair Thickening System
I know that going gray is trending and that's great! But I personally prefer my hair colored over going gray. Madison Reed not only makes it easy but also affordable! And it does not dry out my hair, it actually feels better AFTER I've colored it!
Radiant Hair Color Kit - Madison Reed | Ulta Beauty