Make up for the over sixties plus

Silverlining, I have tried lots of different moisturisers, and found many of them heavy and cloying. I have finally found one that suits my slightly dry/ sometimes sensitive skin.

Aldi 'Lacura' restorative multi intensive serum Soy for mature skin.

Yes, this very cheap serum, which can be used on it's own, is perfect for me.
It costs around £4. I bought it to try as I figured that it was such a small amount of money that if it wasn't suitable, then I had not wasted a huge sum of money. I have never looked back.
Aldi do several moisturisers, for all ages and skin types at what I call silly prices. Well worth checking out.

I tried it but found it expensive for what it was. I got matte shadows much cheaper with better range elsewhere. I like Bare

Less is more as you get older! (indeed any age I believe. Make up should enhance you and look natural) Go to any reputable store that sells make up on beauty stands.

They all do free make overs. They will show you what to wear and what not too. You will get a discount on anything you buy usually.

John Lewis, Boots and Debenhams are the main one's. Though you may find independents also do it.

My beauty/hair salon does it too, as well as my spa where I have treatments each month..

I didn't like FFl foundation as it tends to 'pill' and the concealer wasn't that good either. I use Clinique tinted moisturiser (Moisture Surge), a little goes a long way, gives good coverage and lasts all day.

I use Nivea for cleanser, eye make up remover is brilliant. I love their moisturiser, I did some testing for Clarins, should I should have used for a month but after 2 weeks I had come out in lots of little white spots

I can't wear foundation as I have very sensitive skin (brings me out in a rash). I usually only have mascara & lipstick on, occasionally I use eye shadow. If I go out in the evening I will wear more, I always use No7 rarely any other product.

My nails are my pride & joy, always nice nail varnish & they grow to a good length despite doing all the gardening & housework I'm often asked if they are my own nails

No I just stick to light make up which looks natural.

Superdrug for me also after years of trying and failing with the more expensive brands I have come to the conclusion that my skin is best served with Simple Face Wash and Moisturised with Superdrug Dry Skin Relief and my skin has never been better,during the day I use a lightly coloured BB Cream from the same store its called Pure and costs the daft price of £1.99 and is far better on my skin than all the pricier ones.

Thanks to a GNer... I have discovered SuperDrug's natural line. Great stuff!

I Don't think you have to spend a lot or go for high priced brands, Avon, and most supermarkets (Even Primark believe it or not ) do a good range of colour correctors, luminators, highlighters, brow fillers and dry oils and good brushes. All of which are not gimmicks nor are they miracles workers but they will sooth, hide, highlight,brighten and lift confidence.

Not a great make-up user, always use mascara otherwise you cant see my eyes, a litttle lipstick before I go anywhere. One problem, has anyone any suggestions for covering shadows under my eyes I take Statins and these cause shadows, not pleasant, I always look tired, and I am not, thankful for any suggestions.

When I retired, one of my 'resolutions' was to go as eco- friendly as possible including make up,skin and haircare as well as household products. For make up I mainly use the PUR range from M & S and products from Evolve Beauty for skin and body care. The Lovelula site is great for getting lots of ideas too. www.lovelula.com

Thanks Icyalittle. I'll look out for that.

As a dear friend said years ago as she went to look at some expensive make-up
"It's purchasing a dream!" I think it is all about finding something you feel suits your skin and makes you look better in the mirror! I have been using Olay moisturiser and serum which I mix on the back of my hand with Olay CC cream. It makes me feel better and people tend to think I'm younger than I am - so can't ask for more!

Silverlining this moisturiser is great

I'm another Bare Minerals enthusiast. I much prefer a natural look that just smooths out the colour like a tinted moisturiser, and this does it for me. I put it on in the morning over L'Oreal Golden Age Rosy moisturiser and that's me for the day. If you need more coverage, you can layer it up more.

Bare minerals for me.

Another vote for Laura Geller - look out for Todays Special Value on QVC and watch their demos. Also have a look at Avon, some of their make up is really good and well priced. I love their all in one make up compact - so easy to use, doesn't cake or flake on 'mature' skin and easy to pop in bag for touch ups if needed.

I would be interested to hear a recommendation for a good moisturiser. Prices vary so much......my choice is usually quite random.

I use Look Fabulous Forever and love their primer and eyelid primer, lipstick and blusher. The videos are very good and I have enjoyed wearing make up again after years of 'going natural'! My daughter has complimented me on my new and improved natural' look!

I have watched some of the LFF tutorials I also receive the news letter however I find the products over priced I myself spend more on a foundation and a moisturiser but lipsticks eye shadow and any other products I buy Superdrug own make or Avon

I use Bare Minerals, when I can be bothered to use anything at all. I have converted several of my friends, and my daughter-in-law, who is half my age, won't use anything else. As for lipstick...try lip stain instead. Lasts much longer, and imo looks nicer and less obvious. You can always top it with lip gloss to glam it up for special occasions.

I forgot to say, Debenhams and Duty Free shops sell starter kits of Bare Minerals to let you try everything. Bare Minerals staff will also give you a sample of foundation to try

Thanks for the advice Marydoll

I use Lavera foundation and mascara because of my allergies and Pure Nuff Stuff moisteriser and night cream for the same reason, otherwise I just go to Superdrug and buy Rimmel, Maybelline or whatever other makes they have in that row of branded cheaper make-up.

Whether at home or out, I always wear blusher and eyebrow pencil, otherwise I look like one of the walking dead and frighten myself if I catch a glance of myself in a mirror.

bare Minerals for me too or Laura Geller from QVC because its a solid product its better if you want to carry it with you for top ups ,I would suggest you buy the recommended brushes for these too