Makeup

I’ve been testing quite a few new (to me) concealers and thought I update my blog post with all the formulas that I’m loving. There are some new additions and a few got removed in favor of other formulas I like more. As I’ve gotten older, I need a different kind of concealer that helps to conceal but still keeps my under eye area smooth, won’t settle into fine lines and doesn’t emphasize texture. If you are in the market for a new concealer and you have mature skin, this is the post to bookmark! 

Cream blushes have continued to gain popularity over the past couple of years as an alternative to powder blush. Years ago the formulas weren’t as good as they are now so I personally didn’t use them regularly. My skin was also very different 10 years ago and powder blush suited my combination skin type. Now that I am in my late 40’s, my skin has changed drastically and I need makeup products with more moisture.

As I get older, my approach to makeup has had to change. The products that used to work on me don’t look the same anymore. Mature skin definitely handles makeup differently and the less is more approach is mantra at this point. Heavy or fuller coverage foundations don’t work on my skin as well as they did years ago. I gravitate towards thinner formulas, skincare based skin tints and complexion products that give just a hint of coverage. I rarely use any traditional foundations anymore but I had a feeling the new Natasha Denona HyGlam foundation could be an exception. I already swear by the Natasha Denona HyGlam concealer especially for mature skin so there was a good probability that the foundation would be as beautiful. Spoiler alert: it definitely was. If you are in the market for a “special occasion” makeup that gives a bit more coverage and wear time compared to a tinted moisturizer or lightweight skin tint, this foundation could be perfect. Especially for mature skin!

The makeup I used only a few years ago in my late 30’s is already not working for my mid 40’s skin. I have had to completely rethink my makeup routine and find products that address my changing skin. Even the traditional makeup techniques and application tips that I have used for so many years can emphasize texture, dryness and fine lines. I’ve had to switch up my application process and the products that I use in order to work with my now perimenopausal skin. If you are feeling stuck with your makeup routine and nothing seems to be looking the same, here is a guide on how to choose the right products and tips for how to apply them on mature skin.

I turned 46 a few months ago and have been slowly adjusting my makeup routine to accommodate my changing skin. From fine lines, to texture to being more dry overall, I’ve been on a hunt for products that suit mature skin types. Years ago, this was not an option since most beauty brands marketed primarily to a younger demographic. In the past few years, there has been a shift in the beauty industry (slow but it’s there!) to cater more to an older demographic. Some brands offer products that suit mature skin types but I was so excited to see an entire beauty brand dedicated to women over 40, Sarah Creal Beauty.

The older I get the less makeup I can wear because it can show too much texture and look unnatural on my aging skin. It’s more important than ever to find the right complexion products that will provide the performance I want while not working against my mature skin. When it comes to concealer especially, my options seem to be less and less because so many make my under eye area look worse as the day goes on. When I find one that really impresses me, I have to share it with all of you!

The year is coming to a close so I love to look back and share what my favorite items were from beauty, fashion, accessories, etc. I will be sharing a few more blog posts with my more of my 2025 favorite but today’s post is focusing on the makeup items that really impressed me this year. These are the eyes, lips and cheek products I used the most and would continuously recommend over and over.

The year is coming to a close so I love to look back and share what my favorite items were from beauty, fashion, accessories, etc. I will be sharing a few more blog posts with my more of my 2025 favorite but today’s post is focusing on the complexion items that really impressed me this year. These are the pieces I used the most and would continuously recommend over and over.

As someone who loves to wear a full face of makeup everyday but still prefers lightweight formulas, skin tints are my preferred everyday complexion products. Foundations often have too much coverage for my mature skin and can look too noticeable on the skin. Skin tints are lightweight liquid tints usually packed with skincare ingredients to help treat the skin while also offering light to medium coverage. They are a versatile addition to any beauty routine though not all skin tints are the same. Danessa Myricks is a professional makeup artist who created her own line of innovative products and formula that truly work and perform well for any and all skin types.

I love all lip products from lipsticks, to lip oils, glosses and lacquers. But the one lip product that I’ve never used consistently are lip liners. It felt like an unnecessary extra step most of the time……until I reached my mid-40’s. My lip line has slowly been disappearing so I have been using lip liners nearly every day to give some definition and dimension to my lips.