huskergal
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Post by huskergal on Apr 21, 2023 13:21:11 GMT
Forgive me if this has been asked before, but I am seeking foundation with the best coverage for 50 plus year old women. Also can anyone tell me how to match your skin tone to a foundation color. I have made so many purchasing mistakes when it comes to foundation.
Currently, I use bare minerals, which I love. Just looking for an alternative.
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Post by kristi521 on Apr 21, 2023 13:24:51 GMT
I went into Ulta a couple of months ago and told them I was looking for full coverage and something that will work with my skin (late 40s here). They suggested clinique and helped me match my skin. They were very helpful.
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Post by gar on Apr 21, 2023 13:26:25 GMT
It really depends on things like what your skin tone is like, what finish you want, how light or heavy you need or want. For colour I always used to put a little smear on my jawline of 2 or 3 shades that I thought were close then go to the daylight and see. But the brand counters are a good call - ask the consultants.
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Post by iamkristinl16 on Apr 21, 2023 14:19:58 GMT
I would go to a Sephora and get some samples. My favorite foundations are Lancôme Teint Idole and Dior Forever. But I have a hard time getting foundation to stay on my nose so there are a lot of good foundations that might work for others but not me. I also have a lot of redness so need fuller coverage. There are some good youtube videos on foundations for older skin. You could check those out to get a place to start, then head to Sephora.
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Post by cindyupnorth on Apr 21, 2023 16:42:06 GMT
I’m 50 plus and have really blotchy skin. I’ve tried a lot of foundations. Esp during COVID when I had to wear a mask all day I really changed them up, as most came off on the mask, even with setting spray. The best coverage, best color, longest lasting and non bleeding was by a long shot was fenty beauty.
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Post by buddysmom on Apr 21, 2023 16:59:59 GMT
I would go to a Sephora and get some samples. My favorite foundations are Lancôme Teint Idole and Dior Forever. But I have a hard time getting foundation to stay on my nose so there are a lot of good foundations that might work for others but not me. I also have a lot of redness so need fuller coverage. There are some good youtube videos on foundations for older skin. You could check those out to get a place to start, then head to Sephora. I use these two also-started a few months ago. I used BM for years but the powder just makes my dry skin look worse and it looks like it is peeling. I use a really small amount of the Dior foundation and then the concealer on my nose, under my eyes and the weird spots on my face. I use a tiny amount of powder blush because I don't know what else to use??? Is there a liquid blush or something? It seems when I use another layer (even when putting the concealer over my foundation --it cakes up and shows the dry areas. |
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Post by epeanymous on Apr 21, 2023 17:01:08 GMT
It's so hard--I remember asking for recs at some point and the foundation a lot of people recommended literally hurt my very dry skin!
I use Bobbi Brown foundation--there are two kinds at Sephora, and I use the one that gives less coverage. I like how it feels on my skin, and my skin doesn't like heavier foundations.
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Post by AmandaA on Apr 21, 2023 18:18:46 GMT
I switched to a cream foundation last year and love it. It is much more natural looking on me instead of just sitting on top of my skin. I use Seint and I think Limelight might be similar. I did a virtual color match with someone I found on an IG rabbit hole and I was shocked that the color was perfect on the first try. I know cream sounds scary but it really just takes a teeny tiny amount and blends out beautifully on “mature” skin.
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Post by iamkristinl16 on Apr 21, 2023 19:19:44 GMT
It's so hard--I remember asking for recs at some point and the foundation a lot of people recommended literally hurt my very dry skin! I use Bobbi Brown foundation--there are two kinds at Sephora, and I use the one that gives less coverage. I like how it feels on my skin, and my skin doesn't like heavier foundations. Cream blushes are pretty popular right now because they add more of a glow. I only have a few--Charlotte Tilbury light wand in pinkgasm and Rare Beauty cream blush. Oh, I also have a rare beauty liquid blush. I like all three but would love to try some of the others out there. |
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Post by mollycoddle on Apr 21, 2023 19:21:23 GMT
Is your skin oily or dry?
Do you want a matte finish or more of a glowy finish?
Full coverage, medium or light? I like light or medium coverage myself.
Matching skin tone to foundation is tricky. Are you cool-toned, warm-toned, or neutral?
If you have a foundation already and you like the color, take it with you to the store. But don’t buy a foundation until you put some on your face and go outside to look at your face in natural light. Also keep the foundation on for a few hours to see how it works for your skin.
I like a cream or serum foundation. Useful if your skin has a bit of what they call texture. In the summer, I want something lighter and use a BB cream
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Post by auntkelly on Apr 21, 2023 19:49:54 GMT
Is there a Nordstrom near you? I always like to get advice from their consultants because their consultants are very well trained and they can suggest products from whatever line works best for you.
In many department stores the makeup consultants only sell one brand. If you ask the Estee Lauder consultant about foundation she'll suggest an Estee Lauder product, regardless of whether it is the best product for you.
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Post by don on Apr 21, 2023 20:01:41 GMT
Excuse me, I think I'm in the wrong room.
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Post by busy on Apr 21, 2023 20:23:12 GMT
I use a tiny amount of powder blush because I don't know what else to use??? Is there a liquid blush or something? It seems when I use another layer (even when putting the concealer over my foundation --it cakes up and shows the dry areas. I loooooove Merit's Flush Balm. I have it in Cheeky, Stockholm, and Beverly Hills and I love them all. It blends so easily and flawlessly - it just looks like skin and the colors are so lovely and subtle. |
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Post by cmpeter on Apr 21, 2023 20:24:12 GMT
Dior Forever for full coverage. For lighter coverage I recently switched to Tarte Amazonian Clay Blurring. It’s a powder but not dry looking like others.
I’m lucky with my skin tone matches as I found a YouTube who uses the same shades. I’ve always been able to watch one of her videos and order the same shade.
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Post by ScrapbookMyLife on Apr 21, 2023 20:57:42 GMT
I love It Cosmetics CC Cream, been using it for several years.
I also recommend going to Sephora. The staff can make recommendations and give you samples to try.
Sometimes, finding what is "best for you" takes some trial and error.
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Post by peace on Apr 22, 2023 14:25:00 GMT
I use It CC foundation. Covers well without being too much. I'm quite a few years past 50  |
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Post by Leone on Apr 22, 2023 20:57:51 GMT
IT Cosmetics is excellent. I am also liking Doll 10. BM was just too dry for me.
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Post by ~summer~ on Apr 22, 2023 21:33:32 GMT
I use a tiny amount of powder blush because I don't know what else to use??? Is there a liquid blush or something? It seems when I use another layer (even when putting the concealer over my foundation --it cakes up and shows the dry areas. I loooooove Merit's Flush Balm. I have it in Cheeky, Stockholm, and Beverly Hills and I love them all. It blends so easily and flawlessly - it just looks like skin and the colors are so lovely and subtle. I have this same one in cheeky - and I’ve discovered it’s the perfect lip color for me. |
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Post by Merge on Apr 23, 2023 14:47:11 GMT
I’m still a big fan of my IT Cosmetics CC cream. I use the regular full coverage version in the cool months and the Nude Glow version in the warmer months.
Not a foundation, but I recently found La Neige creme toner and it has hugely improved the texture of my skin, which also makes my foundation look better.
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huskergal
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Post by huskergal on Apr 23, 2023 18:03:17 GMT
Is your skin oily or dry? Do you want a matte finish or more of a glowy finish? Full coverage, medium or light? I like light or medium coverage myself. Matching skin tone to foundation is tricky. Are you cool-toned, warm-toned, or neutral? If you have a foundation already and you like the color, take it with you to the store. But don’t buy a foundation until you put some on your face and go outside to look at your face in natural light. Also keep the foundation on for a few hours to see how it works for your skin. I like a cream or serum foundation. Useful if your skin has a bit of what they call texture. In the summer, I want something lighter and use a BB cream These are great questions and I have no idea how you tell what tone your skin is. My daughter tried to match a cream foundations with my Bare Minerals and turned out to be way too light. I know trying on is important. |
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Post by mollycoddle on Apr 23, 2023 20:15:53 GMT
Is your skin oily or dry? Do you want a matte finish or more of a glowy finish? Full coverage, medium or light? I like light or medium coverage myself. Matching skin tone to foundation is tricky. Are you cool-toned, warm-toned, or neutral? If you have a foundation already and you like the color, take it with you to the store. But don’t buy a foundation until you put some on your face and go outside to look at your face in natural light. Also keep the foundation on for a few hours to see how it works for your skin. I like a cream or serum foundation. Useful if your skin has a bit of what they call texture. In the summer, I want something lighter and use a BB cream These are great questions and I have no idea how you tell what tone your skin is. My daughter tried to match a cream foundations with my Bare Minerals and turned out to be way too light. I know trying on is important. Undertones can be tricky. For example, I am neutral but more cool than warm. If a foundation has a yellowish tint, I cannot wear it. “Cool” tone foundations have a pinkish cast, and neutral is a mix. So I look for neutral foundations. Because I am neutral, I can wear a peachy-pink blush, although I think I look better in a cool pink blush. |
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