mothergooseof4 Posted November 5, 2012 Share Posted November 5, 2012 I will be 40 soon, and my skin has changed a lot over the last couple of years. Most people still think I am younger than I really am, but I see changes. Lately, I can't seem to find a foundation that I like. My old stand-by looks dry on me now. I have tried a few other brands, and they either look cakey, they are gone by the end of they day, or they look greasy by the end of the day. I love the way Bare Minerals looks when I first put it on. It makes me glow, but half through the day it is gone. I need good coverage due to acne scarring. What do you use and like? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ellie Posted November 5, 2012 Share Posted November 5, 2012 Good make-up begins with good skin care. :-) Since I was very young I have done three steps: cleanse, tone, moisturize. I use something meant for skin, either a soap like Neutrogena or a lotion/cream/etc. to wash; I use a toner that is applied with a cotton ball; and while my face is still damp from the toner, I use a moisturizer. If I skip any of those steps, if I use, say, Dial or even Dove, if I don't use a moisturizer, my skin is dreadful--very oily in some places, dry patchy in others. I have used a number of different product lines--Clinique, Artistry, Paula Whatshername, Jordan Essentials, Shaklee. I have pretty much the same results with all of them, so I just stay with Artistry since I sell it. :D And I use Bare Minerals, all of it, not just what you'd call "foundaton." I use the concealer (I don't have my little jars here, and I can't remember exactly what they're called, lol), then the base (which is applied with the kabuki brush), the blush, and finally the Mineral Veil. You don't get the same results if you don't use the base and the mineral veil, probably not the blush, too. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Amy in TX Posted November 5, 2012 Share Posted November 5, 2012 I love Origins' Stay Tuned Balancing Face Makeup. It's light, disappears on the face, never feels heavy or looks greasy, even at the end of the day (and I have oily skin). It's a light cover--it won't cover everything, but I have some light acne scarring in one area and it makes that go away. It fills in the enlarged pores beautifully. I don't have particularly great skin, but I'm 48 and still get compliments when I'm wearing this. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Faith Posted November 5, 2012 Share Posted November 5, 2012 I use BE and love it! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
trinchick Posted November 5, 2012 Share Posted November 5, 2012 Smashbox BB Cream - it's foundation, primer, moisturizer, and SPF 15 in one. Love it! Doesn't settle into my laugh lines, is nice and light, easy to blend, stays put all day, doesn't look too "made up." Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
justLisa Posted November 5, 2012 Share Posted November 5, 2012 I'm not over 40 but my mother is. We both use Bobbi Brown. Nothing is better than the tinted moisturizer, and the moisture surge foundation for a little more coverage. The colors are the best I've ever seen Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KungFuPanda Posted November 5, 2012 Share Posted November 5, 2012 I will be 40 soon, and my skin has changed a lot over the last couple of years. Most people still think I am younger than I really am, but I see changes. Lately, I can't seem to find a foundation that I like. My old stand-by looks dry on me now. I have tried a few other brands, and they either look cakey, they are gone by the end of they day, or they look greasy by the end of the day. I love the way Bare Minerals looks when I first put it on. It makes me glow, but half through the day it is gone. I need good coverage due to acne scarring. What do you use and like? I still just use a mineral foundation, but now that I'm older I make a point of moisturizing really well and I apply a primer so the make-up goes on nicely. The primer keeps dry skin from drinking up the make-up and assures that there is always make-up left to take off at the end of the day. The cheapest 'primer' I found works really well for me. I just use monistat's anti-chaffing gel. A tube lasts me a couple years. So I do: Lotion Primer Green stick Mineral powder HTH Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lynn Posted November 5, 2012 Share Posted November 5, 2012 I like the Granier new BB cream. Every makeup line sells one. I like the Granier skincare so I went for their BB cream first and really like it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Belacqua Posted November 5, 2012 Share Posted November 5, 2012 I'm not over 40 but my mother is. We both use Bobbi Brown. Nothing is better than the tinted moisturizer, and the moisture surge foundation for a little more coverage. The colors are the best I've ever seen Seconded. I've used Bobbi Brown for years and am still quite pleased with it (though I may have to face some facts and get a slightly heavier formula next time). Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Singingmom Posted November 5, 2012 Share Posted November 5, 2012 I'm 44, and have used Lancome's Dual finish ( with moisturizer underneath...have to give it time to dry/settle in) , as well as concealed for under my eyes. It works, is easy, and covers imperfections. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
momtoamiracle Posted November 5, 2012 Share Posted November 5, 2012 I'd love to try Bobbi Brown. Where do you get it? I use clinique and something from Avon. I have a primer but most of them have dimethicone which isn't good for the skin, from what I've read, so I dont' use it too much. I really don't see much difference. powders make older skin look dryer as it settles into the fine lines. Moisturizer and drinking lots of water are crucial. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lady Florida. Posted November 5, 2012 Share Posted November 5, 2012 I stopped using foundation because even the "lightest" ones started to look caked on. I'm sure it had to do with my skin becoming drier with age. I use an undereye concealer and tinted moisturizer. Sometimes I add a little powdered blush. I don't have a favorite brand. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
justLisa Posted November 5, 2012 Share Posted November 5, 2012 I'd love to try Bobbi Brown. Where do you get it? I use clinique and something from Avon. I have a primer but most of them have dimethicone which isn't good for the skin, from what I've read, so I dont' use it too much. I really don't see much difference. powders make older skin look dryer as it settles into the fine lines. Moisturizer and drinking lots of water are crucial. DO you have a Nordstrom? Have them try it on you. It's $40 a bottle and worth every single penny. A little goes a looooong way. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
momtoamiracle Posted November 5, 2012 Share Posted November 5, 2012 no, no Nordstroms. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Susan in TN Posted November 5, 2012 Share Posted November 5, 2012 I'm still using CoverGirl aqua smooth (foundation/powder combination) and it works well. I've tried mineral powders and they actually give me a rash :tongue_smilie:. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HollyDay Posted November 5, 2012 Share Posted November 5, 2012 I went back to CLinique and use their SuperBalanced Moisturizing foundation. I used to use and love Bare Minerals. But, something changed when the hormones changed :glare: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LizzyBee Posted November 5, 2012 Share Posted November 5, 2012 (edited) I have used a lot of brands, and this one is by far my favorite. It is amazing. http://www.aloette.com/Makeup/Foundations/Ultra_Finish_SPF_15_Foundation I've tried several Estee Lauder products, but all of them are heavily scented and they exacerbate my rosacea. Edited November 6, 2012 by LizzyBee Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
justLisa Posted November 5, 2012 Share Posted November 5, 2012 Store finder Punch in your zip and it will show you where to find it. I'd love to try Bobbi Brown. Where do you get it? I use clinique and something from Avon. I have a primer but most of them have dimethicone which isn't good for the skin, from what I've read, so I dont' use it too much. I really don't see much difference. powders make older skin look dryer as it settles into the fine lines. Moisturizer and drinking lots of water are crucial. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KrissiK Posted November 5, 2012 Share Posted November 5, 2012 I use Maybelline. I try to take good care of my skin, too. Wash, moisturizer, wear a hat, wear big sunglasses that cover my entire eye area. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tracy in Ky Posted November 6, 2012 Share Posted November 6, 2012 Estee Lauder (sp?) is working for me these days. I have very dry skin. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LaxMom Posted November 6, 2012 Share Posted November 6, 2012 I like Skin79 BB cream. Asian BB creams are much thicker and more geared to skin improvement than NA/European brands, it seems. I agree with Ellie, though: good makeup starts with great skin care. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cassy Posted November 6, 2012 Share Posted November 6, 2012 I've used Estee Lauder Double Wear foundation for the past 15 years. Now that I'm 48 I use Double Wear Light as it's less heavy. Sometimes, if I want fuller coverage I mix half and half of the original Double Wear with the light version. I find that the original version on its own is now a bit ageing (it accentuates wrinkles!). Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kengjw Posted November 6, 2012 Share Posted November 6, 2012 (edited) I hardly use a foundation but for special outings, I use Skin79 BB cream, light and natural coverage. Julia Edited November 6, 2012 by kengjw Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
merry gardens Posted November 6, 2012 Share Posted November 6, 2012 I had to switch foundations last year due to changing aging skin. I turned to Estee Lauder. I love their Double Wear Light, which someone else already mentioned. They have a foundation with minerals that I like too. Sometimes I mix a small squirt of foundation with a small squirt of moisturizer too. fyi-Estee Lauder sends free samples with purchases and has lots of special deals and gifts with purchase throughout the year. The first time I tried the foundation mentioned above, it was a free sample. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bookfiend Posted November 6, 2012 Share Posted November 6, 2012 Prescriptives! Most natural, best blend with skin tone, good coverage, doesn't change color over the course of the day. They are no longer in stores and can only be ordered on-line. Worth the price. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kim in Appalachia Posted November 6, 2012 Share Posted November 6, 2012 That stuff is the best. It doesn't dry you out or make you look dry. It hides flaws. I have tried several pricey foundations, that one is worth the price. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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