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Foundation for mature skin

(43 Posts)
Helenlouise3 Fri 21-Jan-22 07:25:09

Any recommendations for a foundation for mature skin please? The menopause is giving me a few dry patches on my cheeks but otherwise I'd describe my skin as normal. I need a medium coverage which goes on easily.

Martha48 Fri 21-Jan-22 07:31:18

I like Bare Minerals complexion rescue - very light and easy to apply. It’s cheaper to buy it online, from places like Look Fantastic.

BigBertha1 Fri 21-Jan-22 09:06:00

Bobbi Brown has a new foundation which includes serum- I'm going to try that next time. Currently I use their Skin Foundation SPF 15 which is nice and light almost like a tinted moisturiser...glides on and stays nicely all day without clogging or running into the creases.

Sago Fri 21-Jan-22 09:10:20

I also recommend Bare Minerals, I love all their products but complexion rescue is one of the best.

MerylStreep Fri 21-Jan-22 09:12:55

I find most foundations too heavy so I mix my moisturiser with my foundation then apply. Works for me ?

Humbertbear Fri 21-Jan-22 09:17:53

I use L’Oréal and they have a new foundation containing serum as well.

glammanana Fri 21-Jan-22 10:28:53

I use Pure BB tinted moisturiser in fair shade for all day use its very good and can be bought in most Supermarkets I buy mine in Home & Bargain it is the cheapest I have seen but just because it is cheap does not retract from how good it is it comes in 3 shades to suit your colouring.

giulia Fri 21-Jan-22 11:44:36

Look Fabulous Forever! Every one of their products specifically for older skin. All brilliant. I use their eye and lip primes to stop makeup going into the creases and they last all day. Face primer keeps their wonderful foundations/bb creams in position all day too. Would not use anything else.

Some might say on the expensive side but you get real worth with your money.

Nicegranny Fri 21-Jan-22 13:40:25

I love the Tom Ford stick foundation.
Anytime l have shown up at my son’s house wearing it his girlfriend has said
“oh wow you look lovely” as if she’s shocked that l look different and better with makeup.
Only because it’s like an old fashioned pan stick (if your old enough to remember it) and it covers with a lovely silky moisture that makes my skin tone even all over.
It’s £64 but to me it’s worth it for when I need a special lift.

Germanshepherdsmum Sat 22-Jan-22 12:17:17

I don’t wear foundation, don’t like the look or feel of it and think it’s ageing. Very occasionally I use M&S Formula BB cream which is like a tinted moisturiser. And a touch of concealer if necessary.

Visgir1 Sat 22-Jan-22 13:43:53

If you can see it The Times Magazine today has a big article on Foundations.
Might be worth a look?

paddyann54 Sat 22-Jan-22 13:45:12

I use IT cosmetics cc creme ,its light and looks great on.I have it in 2 shades a darker one in summer a light for winter skin and apply it with a brush .I wouldn't put my bins out without my makeup on and I can keep this natural looking or ramp it up for evening .

BigBertha1 Sat 22-Jan-22 16:35:55

I meant to say early that application of a primer before f9undation makes a better base so foundation stays nice and smooth I have just ordered my next pot of Smooth Start by Clarins.

bikergran Sun 23-Jan-22 07:15:52

I'm a bit late coming into the make up stage (66) and have been using the jml mineral magic powder.

But really need something a lot better and not as dry.

Been looking at the Bare minerals. But how do you choose a shade that compliments your skin.

I can't afford to waste £sss trying to find the right colour.

I don't think they have testers in stores these days.

Sago Sun 23-Jan-22 09:28:28

bikergran If you order from QVC there is a no quibble money back guarantee.

moobox Sun 23-Jan-22 11:15:17

At the cheaper end of the price scale, I quite like Phoera foundation, available from Amazon. It somehow manages full coverage (whatever that means exactly) and to be lightweight.

HannahLoisLuke Sun 23-Jan-22 11:19:42

Having tried many brands over the years I’ve settled on L’Oreal True Match ultra blendable with hyalaloric acid. It’s under a tenner, sold everywhere even the supermarket and beats the expensive brands every time. It’s liquid in a pump bottle, big range of colours, lightweight on the skin, good coverage without being thick and cakes and lasts all day without needing touch ups. You can powder over it with translucent loose powder or leave it as it is. Can’t recommend it enough. My skin is dry to normal, fair, and I use colour Rose Beige.

tictacnana Sun 23-Jan-22 11:21:52

Rimmel foundation and their skincare range is great for sensitive skin and it’s cheap enough to buy the whole range without breaking the bank.

maddyone Sun 23-Jan-22 11:27:34

Laura Geller Balance and Brighten for me. It’s a powder foundation but doesn’t settle into lines/pores but I do use a primer first, usually a Laura Geller one. Buy from QVC because you can send it back, even after you’ve used it, if it doesn’t work for you.

Lesley60 Sun 23-Jan-22 11:29:04

I like Laura Geller balance and brighten, it goes on like a powder but covers like a cream and you can’t go far wrong with the colour
I order it from QVC and if you don’t like it you can return for a full refund within 60 days even if it’s half used
www.qvc.com

Ticktac Sun 23-Jan-22 11:29:23

Estee Lauder Double wear, I always come back to it. I love it.

Lesley60 Sun 23-Jan-22 11:30:23

Sorry I didn’t see the post above mine

Rosalyn69 Sun 23-Jan-22 11:34:36

I like Bare Minerals but my favourite is Giorgio Armani. It glides on beautifully and looks and feels good. Very easy to apply and good staying power.

cazmum Sun 23-Jan-22 11:45:18

L'Oréal true match for me. I'm 79 and it suits me well. Everyone remarks on my smooth skin and that I don't look my age.

Ravelling Sun 23-Jan-22 11:50:02

BFF from Trinny London. It’s light, doesn’t settle into lines and gives a fantastic glow. All of her products are great.