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Make Up over 65

(62 Posts)
NanaPlenty Sun 13-Jul-25 15:19:55

I desperately need some new make up (I’ve never worn loads) but struggling with knowing what to buy/which brand etc. and always feel the consultants in store are just trying to sell their brand. I need lipstick/eyeshadow/eyeliner and mascara plus a blusher - anyone found a particularly good well priced brand for over 65s?

Bluemini62 Mon 14-Jul-25 18:41:10

I wear a tinted moisturiser with SPF and elf eyebrow pencil, mini eyeshadow palettes, lip balm and coloured eye liner . All from Superdrug , I have yet to find a long lasting lips stick that doesn’t dry out my lips or mascara that doesn’t make my eyes run .Have fun .

Milliedog Mon 14-Jul-25 21:10:07

Estée Lauder Double wear foundation. Brilliant.
Also Estee Lauder Double Wear Zero Smudge Lengthening mascara (in black) which is the only mascara I've tried which literally doesn't smudge! Cheapest is on Amazon. And Bourgoise eye pencil - cheap as chips and I think I bought my last green one on amazon.

avitorl Mon 14-Jul-25 21:12:05

The blusher I use is Nars ,Orgasm. I have had friends say how well I look when I have used it but they always think that I am joking when I tell them what it is!

Graunty7 Tue 15-Jul-25 00:45:54

I live this is gives you a tiny hint of colour glow .
Plus Clinique mascara the silver tube
Clinique lips
Charlotte tilbury eyeliner only along half your lower eye
Some body shop powder to Matt me but I know more dewy looking is in .
A quartet of revlon eyeshadows in mink beige shades as it shows you different shadow ideas on the back .

GrannySue2010 Tue 15-Jul-25 07:13:55

I find more is less to make me feel good. I currently use Superdrug’s Solait 50 as a base to prevent the sun’s damage. Throughout the rest of the year I use Nivea nourishing day cream
My “go to” foundation is Esteée Lauder Futurist Hydra Rescue and Avon True Colour blusher which lasts all day and gives me a glow that enhances my natural pale complexion. I rarely use eye makeup but find L’Oreal telescopic mascara best to put on ageing eyelashes. Finally I have a range of lipsticks from cheap and cheerful Rimmel to expensive EL in a range of colours to suit my outfit and my mood. I’m 73 and I’m told I look much younger!! As a well known supermarket would say “ every little helps” 🤭

Arsenal24 Tue 15-Jul-25 11:55:22

Elf is a good buy, I use their primer …. I am 72, and try to look reasonable🤞🥰

Sleepy Tue 15-Jul-25 12:12:54

Hi I am 84 still particular about hair and face. Foundation always sinks in lines BUT there is hope I use L’Oréal perfect match concealer only most days covers brown patches dab some on my nose and around eyes Boots help you choose right shade slim square shape. Does not sink in the bigger version is awful Also Boots new range No 7 Pro Artist weightless silk foundation is excellent does not sink in lines a little goes a long way.mascara Pro Artist is also excellent no clumping or bits under eye. Clinic blusher in Apple is brilliant very light you can apply more but it blends well. Added good thing is No 7 tinted sun cream Protector and perfect intense advanced facial sun protection I use fair I think there are 3 shades.

Sleepy Tue 15-Jul-25 12:21:03

Hi me again sorry … if you have not noticed there is a large free standing box for recycled products except glass. Just hand them to counter away from cosmetics 5 at a time they put 500 points on your Boots card brilliant I have been going through all my products they must be empty also take sample sizes. I have made at least £100 then wait for a £10 voucher week on No 7 and also combines 3 for 2 day and with your points great savings. Ps they also have a big box by the prescription counter for blister packs (tablets)

charliebb Tue 15-Jul-25 12:47:21

Estee Lauder Double Wear foundation is the best ever. I've tried many brands over the years but always come back to it. All skin imperfections are concealed and it stays in place no matter how hot and sticky the weather is!

Deedaa Tue 15-Jul-25 12:55:46

I always use a tinted moisturiser now. It gives a light cover without looking painted. I'm not bothering with eye makeup during the hot weather because it just makes my eyes itch, but I think lipstick is a must to give your face a bit of life.

Cardashian Tue 15-Jul-25 17:25:17

I’m 73 and have not worn make up for around a year and a half since diagnosed with interstitial lung disease and being on supplemental oxygen 24/7!

It’s a shame really as I used to like going out with makeup on. But when you’ve got a wretched cannula on your nose you feel ugly anyway. But I mustn’t complain as it’s keeping me alive 😔

I live on my own and spend 90% of my time in my recliner watching TV and have become reclusive since my diagnosis but how I long to go out somewhere again, nice dress on and makeup!