I first covered this topic with Vicki Archer, Sandra Sallin, and Beth Djalali, back in 2020. I can’t believe it has not been updated since then. As we journey through life, our bodies undergo various changes, including shifts in our skin tone and hair color. For many of us over 60 with gray or silver hair, embracing the natural beauty that comes with age is a wonderful and empowering experience. However, adjusting our makeup routine to complement those changes to enhance our overall appearance is a challenge. In this blog post, explore some makeup tips tailored specifically for women with gray hair over 60, helping you accentuate your features and celebrate the elegance that comes with the passage of time. My hair has been “silver” for over eight years and I am 69 years old. I have acne scarring and wrinkles from too many years worshipping the sun. I love a more natural look, but these issues have caused me to step up my makeup game. Today let’s talk about Makeup Tips and Tricks for Mature Women with Gray Hair.
Makeup Tips and Tricks for Mature Women with Gray Hair
Before I share which products work best for me you might enjoy this post that I did back in 2016 12 Essential Makeup Tips for Women Over 50. In 2016 there was next to no information on makeup for women with gray hair. Unfortunately, there still isn’t an overabundance of information available. Most of it is found on YouTube. You might enjoy You Tube Videos by Makeup Artist Kerry Lou. Many of the make-up videos on Youtube on gray hair are done by younger women which aren’t very helpful. Kerry Lou is a professional makeup artist and she isn’t a 40-year-old with gray hair. And you will not want to miss my pal Sandra Sallin’s videos here.
Gloria Garcia, a makeup artist that works with women with gray hair, says “because gray hair tends to wash you out, you need to pay special attention to the eye and lip. You’re also able to take more risk with your makeup.” Consider a bolder color than you’re used to for the lip. “Vibrant lip colors are definitely a go when you have gray hair,”
I am not a makeup artist or any sort of expert, I am just here to share my tips, and what products I like.
#1 Whiten Your Teeth
This is not theoretically makeup related but important. As we age tea, red wine, and over-fluoridation of water can cause the teeth to yellow. This is very aging. I once read that you should not wear a white shirt that is whiter than your teeth (eeeek!!). A white shirt is really flattering with gray hair so teeth whitening to the rescue. You might find this article helpful. 20 Secrets for Whiter Teeth After 40 or this one The 20 Best Whitening Toothpastes of 2020. I penned this post on Self Care Over 50 where I featured teeth whitening and went into more detail. FYI I am not an expert on anything I just do my research.
I have had the best luck (when I am diligent) with the glo whitening system.
I also have really good luck with the crest 3D whitening strips in a pinch. This system works best for my tea and wine-stained teeth.
Clockwise from left. I use the glo system it is similar to what you would have done in the dental office. It comes with a low concentration of bleach. When you need a refill if their gel isn’t strong enough and your teeth need more whitening, increase the concentration and order the opalescence (it is the same as most dental offices) .My husband uses the 20% (his teeth are sensitive) and I use the 35% I am currently using supersmile whitening toothpaste (it is expensive but worth it). If you don’t drink a lot of tea, coffee or wine you may not need any of these.
I am not going to cover moisturizers and serums. I will save that for another post. I did a post on How to Choose the Best Vitamin C Serum here.
#2 Foundation or CC or BB cream
I have two that are my current favorites. If I had perfect skin this would be my hands-down favorite. There is not a lot of product in the container and it is pricey.
Chanel ULTRA LE TEINT VELVET BLURRING SMOOTH-EFFECT FOUNDATION SPF 15.
At this age, I feel like I need “spackle and plaster” to cover up all the problems. Most of the time I favor Bye Bye Cosmetics CC Cream SPF 50 I mix it with the inexpensive glowtion recommended by @makemineaspritzer and @northerncaliforniastyle. It is a game changer. Adds just the right amount of glow without “sparkle”. I add a little extra at the top of my cheekbones. I love the stuff.
#3 Bronzer
I am in the process of doing a post on bronzers. I am not fond of the one I have now. Please jump in and share if you have a favorite.
#4 Blush
Cream blushes work well for mature skin as they blend seamlessly and provide a natural flush. Apply the blush to the apples of your cheeks for a youthful glow. I did a post on the Best Blush For Mature Skin here. Most experts advise if you are gray you should stay away from mauves, rose and peachey tones are more flattering to gray hair. This post is due to be updated as well but I still love the Milk Makeup blush in True Red, but all of these are good options depending on your skin type.
#5 Lips
Back in 2018, I did a post on The Best Lipsticks and Lipcare for Mature Women where I go into more detail. I find lip color to be a challenge. I have lots of tiny lines around my mouth where lip color loves to creep. In order to achieve my best results, all I do is fill in my lips with my absolute favorite lippy (it’s pricey but well worth it) Chanel Le Rouge Duo Ultra Tenue. The colors I wear are strawberry red, and bright raspberry. If you like less color sensual rose is nice as well.
The great thing about this product is it isn’t drying and you do not need to apply other products with it. My friend Wren says that the NYX Shine Loud is almost as good. I plan to hit Ulta and check it out this weekend. Let me know if you have tried it, and what you think if so.
#6 Eyes
I have hooded eyes, and I really need to learn more about applying eye makeup. Kerry Lou has a good Youtube video here on hooded eyes. Risa does Makeup also has a good one here. This is a work in progress for me, so I am going to look to my fellow bloggers for advice on their favorite products.
I have tried so many mascaras and have yet to find one I love. When it comes to eyeshadow avoid anything with sparkle. For brows most experts advise (if you have thinning brows) to fill them in with an eyeliner pencil or eye shadow close to your pre-gray color. I really like gimme brow in gray. It is hard to find brow gels in gray. Sandra Sallin turned me on to this one.
I normally use this in combination with Jones Road Beauty’s eyeshadow in ash.I find their eyeshadows to be highly pigmented and long wearing.
Keep your makeup application polished and refined. Well-groomed eyebrows, neat eyelashes, and a flawless base contribute to a clean put-together appearance.
Further reading:
Bobbie Brown’s Makeup Tips for Women with Gray Hair
Sephora Community Best Color Eyeshadow For Seniors with Gray Hair
Nikol Johnson Best Makeup for Women with Gray Hair
FYI this advice comes from a woman my children’s age but she does have gray hair. I avoided her advice for years for this reason, but she is a makeup artist with salt and pepper hair, and very knowledgeable. She has a fierce aging series here that is very good as well.
Embracing your gray hair is a celebration of a life well-lived, and your makeup routine should reflect that. By focusing on enhancing your natural features with soft and flattering tones, you can highlight your unique beauty at any age. Remember, the key is to feel confident and comfortable in your own skin. I hope you enjoyed this post on Makeup Tips and Tricks for Mature Women with Gray Hair. Please check out my posts that I have linked above for more in-depth information.
Why no fillers? I’m thinking of trying that route as I’m not able to afford a lower facelift. I would like to hear your opinion
on this subject. I really liked your blog on the facelift experience.
I very much enjoy your blog, thank you
Hi Evelyn
I have nothing against anyone else getting fillers, for some reason at this point I am just too big of a chicken! I think everyone should do what makes them feel comfortable. I am all for it!
I too love makeup (like some of the other posters) so here are a few of my favorites, high and low cost…And I’m a “light summer” so blonde hair, blue eyes and a light-medium skin tone that’s fair but tans in summer.
Mascara – HUDA Beauty One Coat (new and best mascara I’ve ever tried!); TARTE Tubing Mascara
Bronzer – GUCCI in shades 1 and 2 (cool bronzers are hard to find!) The packing alone is worth the price and the bronzer is fantastic!
Foundation – TARTE BB Blur w/ SPF 30; REVLON Illuminance; LANCÔME TEINTE IDOLE Foundation Stick (best for travel + purse, amazing formula!)
Thanks Valletta for weighing in! I think bronzers are tricky too!!
I have to confess that I’m a makeup a holic , I love it and have always loved. As far as complexion. I have lots of freckles a a little bit of acne scar on my cheeks. In my personal ( and not professional opinion) we mature woman should color correct and conceal rather than using foundation, a blurring primer is a must for smoothing , filling pores and fine lines, That’s what I personally do. I use color correctors by Bobby Brown and NARS concealer, is necessary IT cosmetics cc cream or What the foundation by Jones Road. DIY eyelash cluster extensions help me to lol put together without the need of eye makeup. My heavly and sagging hooded eyelids wont allow me to wear any mascara without irritating my eyes .
Hi Liana
Great suggestions! I couldn’t agree more!! I am afraid of eyelash extensions. I could see me ending up with them glued to my nose or something. They sure look beautiful on you!!
Oh I am addicted to the new, “no glue” underlash extention clusters (like Impress, Kiss, ARDELL). They are slightly sticky clusters that attach to your own lashes WITHOUT glue! I’m allergic to all eye glues. These look amazingly natural but there are all different styles. These are my favorites: https://www.impressbeauty.com/collections/falsies-lashes. Takes 2 minutes to apply, they last all day (and some types last for many days!) Easy to remove, they just pull off. They don’t look like strip lashes, very natural, even the “volume” ones.
Wish we had these years ago!
Omg I will need serious instruction to pull those off!!
I am with you! I never use to wear makeup AT ALL, but that has changed. 65 years old, pale skin, freckles, I still don’t use foundation. I actually find that if I use Dennis Gross’s Lightweight Wrinkle Defense Sunscreen as a primer, the white cast it leaves evens out my dark circles and age spots to a marked degree. I then can follow up with a concealer, Glossier Stretch Balm Concealer to cover up the areas that need help. I have tried many concealers and that is the one that has the best match to my skin and blends in best, though it does wear off and need reapplying. I have hooded eyes too, but they benefit from a little color, which I get either from an eye pencil or shadow and I can manage mascara. I like Wander Beauty’s Upgraded Lash, it doesn’t transfer too much. I use a bronze/blush palette to put a little light color on my cheeks, bridge of nose and forehead or I might just use a multi use stick. The big change is my lips, with my white hair it is really necessary to have some color in my face, but regular lipsticks always dried my lips out badly. So now, I line my lips with a drugstore lip pencil and just use heavily tinted lip balms. My current favorite is CoverGirl Bliss You Berry, which is a dup for Clinique’s Black Honey. Again, you have to reapply a lot, but it is a great pop of color, and I have a number of their other colors as well. This all sounds like a lot of work, at least to someone like me who never wore makeup, but it only takes about ten minutes.
What have I not tried!! I’m 66yrso with gray hair. Always have been an outdoor person. I have dry aged skin. I finally found products that work for me. Cleanse with Neutrogena Hydro Boost towelettes, use Ceravie Hydrating Toner 2 times a week and Ceravie Moisturizing Creme mornings and nights. Clinique Moisturizing Lotion before foundation. Wet n Wild Dewey Foundation.
Cindy, you’ve done it again – another great post! I made a list of all the items I want to try.
I, too, have to stay on top of keeping my teeth white. I purchased trays and gel from my dentist that work well…when I get around to it. I’ve also found that toothpaste which includes neem as an ingredient keeps my teeth whiter. Plus, my dental hygienist started using it herself when she saw how much less tartar and sensitivity I had after I switched from the big brand toothpaste.
I also think whiter, brighter eyes make a difference. Lumify eye drops do a great job and my ophthalmologist says it’s safe.
Always look forward to opening my email and finding your posts. I appreciate the work you do to keep us looking and feeling our best!
Hi Marie
Yes to LUMIFY I should have added them. They are miracle drops! I will link to them on Sunday. Thank you for remembering, and I am so sorry I forgot. Also thank you for mentioning neem toothpaste. Do you have a favorite? I could personally care less what my toothpaste tastes like as long as it is effective!!
I’m using Himalaya Botanique Whitening Complete Care Toothpaste which has a pleasant mint flavor. I used a different brand before which was blah tasting. Good luck with it! A number of my friends that have started using it are having similar results.
I let my hair go grey when I turned 40. I’m 62 now! My hair is still very salt and pepper so I have a lot of contrast. It’s only as my oily, blemish prone skin has aged into drier, and more fragile skin that I changed up my makeup routine.
I’ve used Clarins double serum, and have worked my way through their collection of day and night moisturizers. My skin thrives on this! I also use Dr Dennis Gross exfoliating pads weekly. They’re quite amazing! I have very sensitive skin, so when I find something that I don’t react to, I stick with it. I use Cerave SA cleanser. The SA is salicylic acid, which is a gentle exfoliant, and also contains Hyaluronic Acid. Very good for a drugstore product. Takes off eye makeup just fine.
After trying several things, I’ve settled on Ilia concealer, Super Serum Skin Tint (with SPF) and multi stick cream blush. My oilier skin would never have liked this, but it’s just right now!
I also have hooded eyes, so I go with a simple eyeshadow stick. I like Bobbi Brown in bone. It just brightens up my eyes. I also sometimes use her gel eyeliner pencil right in my lash line. I’m using Benefit Roller Lash mascara, and really like it.
As for lips, I need to work on that. I have a very casual life, and bright lipstick seems out of place. I use Clarins Lip Perfector Shimmer Lip Gloss, in a shade very close to my own lip color. It lasts and feels nice a moisturizing.
Hi Lisa
I still have combination skin in my old age! I will try the Bobbi Brown eyeshadow stick and her gel liner. I have been meaning to try both. I love cera vie as well. That is another post! Thank you so much for all your great suggestions!
Hi Cindy,
Great post!!
The mascara I love is from Marcelle, Volum’Xtension Magnetic in black. It lengthens, adds volume, separates your lashes and doesn’t flake.
Great for dry eyes. Best part it’s from the drug store and under $20.
It is water resistance ….i can’t swim with it but I can go out in the rain. And….no tugging to remove when I use my facial “Riversol” cleanser.
Robin
Hi Robin
Another great suggestion will check out! There are so many bad mascara’s out there!1
I am enjoying Cindy’s and everyone else’s comments. Until I was 70 years young I never had allergies, now I seem to be allergic to everything (ugh) and most makeup gives me rashes and redness, and my eyes and nose run – not very attractive!
Can someone suggest hypoallergenic makeup, especially mascara and foundation?
Karlie
Hi Karlie
I hope someone will pipe in with their favorites. I do not have any allergies (yet) so I am not much help. I am one year behind you in age so who knows!
‘At this age, I feel like I need “spackle and plaster” to cover up all the problems.’
How I laughed. We all feel the same, don’t we?
I’m 72, have never had anything done to my face and would never. Nothing at all. I’ve lived an outdoors life on Australian beaches and farms, have many freckles, spots that have to be watched and have had run-ins with skin cancer. Yes, I have lines but they’re a map of a wonderful life and I’d never deny them. Why would I? I’m a septuagenarian.
Better as you say to whiten the teeth, use the correct makeup for one’s skin texture and tone, and subtle eye-colour. Wear simple and enhancing clothes and accessories and look after one’s hair.
Hair is interesting. I’ve been blonde since birth and am now fading to ash-blonde but my skin colour has changed to a slightly yellow-ish tint owing to a health issue. It makes choosing colours harder – to blend hair and skin together.
The other thing I would add is to stay mentally and physically as fit as one can. My choices are walking, gardening and a half day of classical ballet per week.
Thank you for such a great post and a super blog.
HI PRUE
Couldn’t agree more with all your suggestions!
So much great information here! I swear by the By Brian waterproof mascara which I learned about from Susan Blakey at une femme d’un certain age. I live in a tropical (warm/humid) location and this mascara makes my eye lashes look thicker AND longer and doesn’t smear. Clinique eye makeup remover takes it right off and Neutrogena works great too. I’d given up on eye pencil as it always smeared somehow BUT I found that Laura Geller eye pencil works fantastic as a tight liner! Between the mascara and the eye pencil I really look much more “awake” with my hooded eyes. I do apply L’Oréal voluminous Primer before mascara. Sounds like a lot but all of that takes me less than two minutes Big fan of L’Oreal glowtion as Cindy mentioned; it is marvelous mixed with foundation or cc cream. Just Sharing products that work for me and may work for others too.
Hi Ginger
I will give the By Brian mascara a try. Susan always has good information! I am ordering the Laura Geller pencil today!!
Love the makeup update – thanks for all your hard work. I agree about the importance of white teeth. My husband and I use the Snow system with the LED mouthpiece. As for makeup, the most natural brown spot coverage is color correction. I, like you, am fair skinned. I use Seint demi color in R1 ($20 and it’ll last forever) + the spot brush (tiny end for application then dab lightly with the fluffy end to blend). IPL and YAG laser work well for a lot of people with spots but the spots tend to recur. Cysteamine cream is a good spot treament. About 15 years ago I had my upper and lower eyelids lasered and it was fabulous for smoothing and tightening crepey skin. The best mascara for hooded eyes is tubing mascara, which doesn’t smear and create raccoon eyes. I like Blinc but there are a lot of other brands too. Hope this helps!
Hi Terry
Great Information! Thanks for sharing. I agree you have to keep up with the IPL treatments which I have not been doing!
Thank you so much for your interesting and informative posts focused on those of us who are a little older! I searched forever for a good foundation that gave me good coverage for spider veins on my cheeks but that wasn’t too heavy. Beauty Counter was the final answer with a good color match. For mascara, I have been using Clinique’s basic mascara for years which does not clump on me and is easy to remove.
Hi Linda
I am not familiar with beauty counter but will check it out! I also have not tried the clinique mascara for some strange reason.
You mentioned that you would like a suggestion if we have a Bronzer we like. Boy do I have a fantastic Bronzer!! I use Laura Geller Baked Bronzer!! It is Matte and comes in three shades. Fair, Medium and Dark. I wear Fair because I am Fair to Porcelain in Summer and Porcelain in Winter. I can’t say enough. It is paraben free, Gluten free, Vegan and Cruelty free!!! You may purchase at laurageller.com or at Nordsrtoms!! You’ll love this Bronzer!! It’s 50 % off with an extra 10% off with code on site at this time!!!
Love the scarf you’re wearing in the cover post. Can you tell me any info on it?/
Hi Cindy,
Thank you for your always excellent summaries. I have two products to add to the recommendations: the best eyebrow pencil I have found is Uni-Brow Pencil Crayon made by Winky Lux and available at Target. It works for ANY color brow and hair/skin tone. Originally recommended by Stacey London from What Not to Wear; the best and INEXPENSIVE mascara is Lash Princess false lash effect mascara from Amazon at $5.95! Save money on makeup and buy good wine!
Ha! Ha! I love your attitude!
Hi Cindy, I always love your posts and learn something. Wonder if you would consider doing a post on eyeglasses. I notice many celebrities and women of style use eyeglasses as not only a fashion accessory but a tool to soften aging eyes. Eyeglasses are no longer just a vision aid. I would love a deep dive into that. This is different from sunnies which you and I both use as often as we can in pictures to make us look younger. Thanks for your consideration. No one does it better.
This is a great update and reminder about a number of things relevant to me/us. Just this morning, I put out a Crest whitening strip to remind me to use before some travel. I also was told the no white shirt whiter than teeth idea but I say but I humbug to that! I had not heard of the glo home system even though I have a dental background. Another “glo” you mentioned is the glotion which I am going to check out I stopped using expensive mascara a few years back and find that L’Oreal Voluminous works just as well. I use it with the primer by the same name. Buy 4 at CVS and get the fifth free! You are too hard on yourself about your acne scars and most of us despair about the lines around our mouths (.and elsewhere!)..
The NYX long-wearing lip is also available at CVS
Wren, I use the L’Oréal Glotion also and I love it! I combine with my cc cream on the back of my hand and apply with damp makeup sponge. It adds a soft radiance to my skin. Just wanted to share an application tip and I’d love to hear how others use it too!
Hi Ginger
I combine the two and apply with my fingers love the glotion!!
Thank you both for the tips. Funny thing, I had a tube of this already but forgot about it!,
OMG – so many helpful comments! This was the perfect post for me – feeling like I need a make over this new year. Teeth whitening will be number one! Thank you! I have never worn foundation but love a glow moisturizer and I am a fan of Jones Rd blush (I know it wasn’t your jam).
Anti Aging is a term I despise however I do believe in healthy aging and looking and feeling vibrant.
This post was the perfect New Year’s post! Cheers!
Agree about Jones Road miracle balm – I have now tried their bronzer along with the miracle balm (great combo for my very fair skin and silver hair) – I like their mascara as well – I have found these products need to be applied little at a time – then blend – then add – their face pencils are great, too – it took me a bit to figure it all out but now I’m sold – I have had no work done on my face and my face looks glowy/natural (not dry – I live in the NE and winters can be harsh) – CeraVe eye repair cream is great, too – great comments from everyone!
Hi PJ
I really like the Jones Road eye shadow and some of their other products. However, for me (I still have combination skin) the miracle balm is a gooey mess on me and just rubs off. I know many who love it, especially those with dry skin.
That’s what I love about this blog – we can all chime in and share what works – and then we can try some of the great ideas presented. So – thanks, again!
So many great tips! Thank you for the update Cindy. I am going to check out the whitening tips, my teeth are not as white as they were and I need a boost.
I have a bob haircut and I still get my hair colored, I’ve been going gray since I was 18 and am not ready to embrace it yet.
HAve a very Happy New Year!
Great post! Have whitened my teeth for several years,( I am a coffee drinker) and
it is one of the easiest things to brighten your face and look younger. I do
opalescence 35% in custom trays from my dentist.Once you have done the initial
whitening its easy to freshen them up and I do this after my teeth are cleaned and
do twice a year. I am a smiler and get compliments how how good I look and I think
this is a big reason. I have backed off of foundation and now do a tinted moisturizer,
( Nars) I have a great bob haircut similar to yours with bangs and still
color my blonde and it looks good which also help defy a aging face, No fillers
I am afraid of those at my 70+ years. Agree with mindset and staying active!
sorry the spacing problems on comments from my Mac
Hi Char
I used a tinted moisturizer for several years but I have so many dark spots right now. Going in for a treatment this week that I hope will help for that! I will let you know. I know so many people love nars!
I am 66yo with gray hair and I am a big fan of Prime Prometics. I use the color sticks, eyeliner and mascara.
Hi Charlotte
Thank you so much I will check them out!!
Hi Cindy,
what are your tips on keeping makeup off white, collared shirts? I normally only wear a tinted sunscreen but still have makeup stains on the collars of shirts/vests, etc.. Thanks for all the great advice!
This one drives me crazy, too! I wear a lot of collared blouses and generally use a light touch with makeup, but I still get it on blouses – ugh! Would love to hear some tips on this problem!
Hi Deby
Lots of spray and wash!!
I heard speaking your collar with hair spray keeps them from staining. I haven’t tried it yet but it might be worth a try.
Hi Joanna
Good suggestion about the hairspray!!
Hi Cindy,
This year I tried Prime Prometics and I am sold! They are designed for mature skin. (I’m 68.) The mascara doesn’t flake off, yet is easy to remove. And the blush, which they call “pigment “ just glides on … it feels and looks wonderful. You can also use it on your lips. The eyeliner is also so easy to apply; it doesn’t pull at your skin.
I am delighted with my new makeup. Highly recommend!!!
Joan
Thanks Joan maybe I need to reach out to them so I can try some of their products
I use elf mascara. It’s great and waterproof. I too have heavy hooded eyes and it doesn’t smear.
Hi Marcy
Yeah! I will pick some up at Target!!
Hi Cindy: must share that I am on my FIFTH tube of Perbelle CC cream. It comes out quite white but it magically blends to your skin tone with good coverage, “blurring” and a very dewy finish.. All my old foundation is out! It comes from Israel so use a credit card with no foreign transaction fees to order it. It is a game changer.
Thanks so much! Lots of great information. I’m 68, just started back WW and whitening my teeth. I needed the boost! Appreciate it.
Hi Arlene
I need to get back on the weight watchers bandwagon. It is the best plan for me and really simple to maintain. I have been eating way too many carbs of late. Teeth whitening is essential at our age. I am right behind you in age!!
I love Bobbi Brown cosmetics, particularly her eye shadows and mascara. I also use her blush and loose setting powder.
Hi Claudia
Thank you so much for sharing. Bobbi Brown really knows her stuff doesn’t she? I will have to try her eye shadow! Thanks for the recommendation!
I think you are gorgeous so any am really reviewing your post carefully! Love the lipstick ideas ~~ and you are reminding me to bleach my teeth!
Mary Ann
Hi Barbara
Your teeth are beautiful you don’t need to think about it! I have drank too much coffee tea and red wine over the years!
Hey Mary Ann
You are the one that inspired me to bleach. Your teeth always look fabulous!
Thank you for all the recommendations and the time you likely spent researching/creating this post! Much appreciated.
Hi Nan!
I am so glad you enjoyed it! Do pop over to the other ladies…they are the experts!
I am looking forward to trying some of these CIndy.. especially your BB and CC cream recommendations.. I am always looking for these xx
Hi Vicki
I already ordered your serum recommendation. Thank you so much for joining us once again!
How I love your posts, Cindy! Always relevant and on spot with what our over fifty and sixty ladies need. As far as gray hair, I really didn’t know until the pandemic and my last hair color and cut which was in January, that I’d see my true color. I am still (knock on wood) very strawberry blonde, my Irish roots, with just a bit of gray at my crown. My girl always focused on me wanting an ash blonde. That said, I still enjoyed your makeup tips. You mentioned so many products I’d love to try.
I swear by Falsies mascara, by Maybelline. Another is Light’s Camera by Tarte. I’m blessed with long lashes. The falsies maker them thicker, and the Tarte mascara makes them very long and natural. I wish I could combine the two!!!
Thanks again for a great post!!!!😘
Hi Jane
I will have to give your mascara selections a try. I have never had long lashes, but they are really “mingy” now. I need all the help I can get
Cindy,
This is great information for me. I struggle with eyeliner…I guess old eyes tend to have issues. All of your posts help with finding the best products, or at least some of the best products. It’s a different world from where we could get by with drugstore foundation and other cosmetics and look okay.
xo,
Karen
Great info Cindy – I hadn’t really thought about teeth, but now that you mention it! Thanks for all the tips. They’re always so helpful! 💗 Take care and stay beautiful my friend! 🙂
Thank you for writing on this topic, and all of the resources. I really enjoyed the video links you provided as well.
Hi Alexis
I am so glad you found it beneficial and thank you for commenting!
Thank you Cindy this is wonderful, great tips and tricks!
Hi Francesca
thank you so much for stopping by!
I WISH THEY HAD MORE COLORS TOO FOR THE Bobbi Brown ART STICKS………..I WONDER WHY THEY ARENOT MAKING THEM!
You comment in the beginning of this post that you had done nothing but Botox but might consider “other options.” I’d like to comment on that because even though I am not gray (still color and highlight my hair) and not considering going gray, some of these “other options” I find after a certain age are not attractive.
I watched YouTube videos of women in their 30s and 40s having Botox and fillers and thought “that’s for me” and I drank the Kool-Aid. I went to a dermatologist’s office and had Botox around my eyes. Guess what, I had double vision for weeks and couldn’t drive. While not usually normal it can happen.
The fillers, Juvederm and Voluma caused very visual lumps and I had to have injections to dissolve. My face, at 75 years old, had that “pillow face” look that you see in older women who have had fillers (look around-not attractive).
So mine is a cautionary tale that some “other options” might not turn out to give you the illusion of time at a standstill if briefly.
Thank you Paula for your comment about your experience. I’m turning 70, and would love to have a face “refresh”, but very afraid to have it done because of potential problems. Not sure it would be worth it.
Hi Paula
I guess I should have been more specific. Although I don’t condemn anyone for doing whatever they feel comfortable with, I would never do fillers. I have been considering laser as I have a lot of sun damage and acne scars. I will do a post about that at some point. Thank you so much for sharing your experiences. We all enjoy hearing others’ experiences.
I would be very interested in learning more about laser treatments. I will be eagerly awaiting your post!
Hi Lisa
I have had one before with good results. I am trying a new clinician who I thinj is very good so I will let you know.
Hi Cindy. I’ve had IPL laser treatment for sun damage on my face and neck and really pleased with the results! This relatively gentle treatment has evened my skin tone and seems to have made enlarged pores considerably less obvious.
Hi Lesley
I am getting my treatment this week. I had one probaably three years ago and was happy with the results. I think you need to keep up with them!
How smart are you??? Of course teeth are so important. You’re right too focus on that. I’ve been using, when I remember those Crest White strips. I also love those Bobbi Brown Art Sticks. I want to try the Two faced lip primer. I love being a part of your blogging group. So much good information from such lovely and talented women. Thank you
HELLO BEAUTY!
LOVED THE TEETH WHITENING INFO……………which I cannot USE DUE to BRIDGE WORK I HAD AT AGE 16!BUT MAYBE I’ll try it again!I too have very sensitive teeth!
AS for the foundation you use I too have a tint with SPF50 which I love.Found it in ITALY and now I think SOME CVS carry will send you a photo!I especially like it for THE GARDEN when we are out there pulling weeds etc…….
LOVE THIS SERIES………and of course MY BUDDY iS AN INSTAGRAM STAR!
OFF TO VISIT THE OTHER GALS!
FUN FUN WAY TO SPEND MONDAY MORNING!!!!!!!
NO HOUSEWORK TODAY!
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Yes Sandra rocks Instagram doesn’t she? I still want to be Sandra when I grow up, or did I already do that?!! The charcoal powder sounds gross but it works too if you are persistent!
Hi! I’m enjoying your posts on grey hair and for me they’re very timely. I’m also 65. I had a misdiagnosis over 2 years ago for Psoriasis. A new Dermatologist, (5th Dr I saw) thought it was an allergic reaction to the preservatives in hair color and other skin and makeup products. Covid happened and I couldn’t be tested but with only eye makeup for now, I’ve totally clear skin! I’ll be tested next week and can’t wait to hear which products I can safely use. But the hair will be staying grey. The out grow is hard as I have dark hair, but I don’t go out much anyway and there are hats and scarves. I’ve colored my hair since I was in my early 30s.
Buongiorno Cindy
Sono Dora Renata
Come sempre interessante articolo pieno di buone idee e consigli. Anche’ io appartengo alla categoria del sale pepe sono circa cinque anni ed è una assoluta libertà. Molto carina la foto col taglio un po’ più corto. Consiglio dettato dal cuore ti prego rimani come sei col tuo vissuto che traspare nel tuo viso perché arrivare a questa età e farsi stirare e plastificare dove quasi cancellano ogni espressione, che ci contraddistingue. Avanti così siamo belle!!!! Buona settimana Cindy 💐🌼🌸
Hi Amy
I am going to take a look into the Anti Armour! Amy you are absolutely right about keeping your mind working. Congrats to you for continuing to stay active and vital. You sound like Sandra!!
Hi Dora
I always enjoy hearing from you and appreciate your supportive comments. If only I could speak Italian. We certainly hope to come and visit again some time soon!
Hi Dora
I would never do any fillers or anything like that but I have been considering laser to get rid of scars and sun spots! Thank you for always being so supportive and sweet! Love hearing from you!
I have always used Lancome skin care and at 75 I have very few lines . Just recently a friend suggested it Anti-Aging Armour for foundation. I love this product. Not to heavy or greasy just a light cover with a SPF of 50 , I tried using Bye Bye Foundation but it was to heavy and the color was to dark even in the light shade. My hair is very salt and pepper. To my dismay it is getting thin. I own a small shop and work full time. To stay young in my opinion keep that mind working. I love your blog and have purchased several items you have suggested.
Thanks,
Amy