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Need recommendations for foundation

JosieSue — Tue, 16 Aug 2016 01:49:17 GMT

im 60 years old with uneven skin tone, large pores, normal to dry skin. I need something that will not fade away throughout the day. I like a matte finish.

any ideas ladies?

Re: Need recommendations for foundation

IMW — Tue, 16 Aug 2016 02:03:30 GMT

I am 64 and use Laura Geller Balance and Brighten foundation, underneath I use a primer, for me dhc Velvet Touch. I also use LG's blush and a very small amount of her bronzer.

The Balance and Brighten is a powder but the finish is like a liquid.

Clinique city or urban something (I forget the name, senior moment) is very sheer although a liquid.

The large pores can be improved by using a toner and exfoliating regularly.

Good Luck with your makeup!

Re: Need recommendations for foundation

tansy — Tue, 16 Aug 2016 02:22:49 GMT

How about Estée Lauder's Double Wear or Double Wear Light?

Re: Need recommendations for foundation

ccassaday — Tue, 16 Aug 2016 02:39:28 GMT

I second the TARTE rainforest foundation. It's very skin like but isn't drying like a matte can be. Coverage is good. I would get a good hydrating toner. Paula's choice makes a good one that can help with pores.

Re: Need recommendations for foundation

ccassaday — Tue, 16 Aug 2016 02:43:05 GMT

It's really easy to pick your color for the tarte foundation. Don't order off qvc. Many more shades at Sephora.

Re: Need recommendations for foundation

Chisos — Tue, 16 Aug 2016 03:10:52 GMT

I do recommend BM Serum Foundation. It is great for my 62 year old normal/dry skin. I do not like any other BM foundations.

Re: Need recommendations for foundation

Sister Golden Hair — Tue, 16 Aug 2016 03:15:25 GMT

@JosieSue wrote:
im 60 years old with uneven skin tone, large pores, normal to dry skin. I need something that will not fade away throughout the day. I like a matte finish.

any ideas ladies?

@JosieSue "Jane Iredale's" powder foundation. This stays put even when it is 90 out.

Make-Up Forever's HD foundation.

Love both of these and have used for many years.

Re: Need recommendations for foundation

LTT1 — Tue, 16 Aug 2016 14:37:45 GMT

@JosieSue

I have never been able to find a foundation comparable to Clinique Stay True foundation, which is now discontinued. I think I have tried them all.

Here is what I am using now. My main concern is preventing Rosacea and breakouts for an everyday helper...

100%Pure liquid foundation (is drying which I need due to breakouts). Under eyes I'm having great luck with NARS concealer in the tube with a wand applicator.

For an all-over finishing effect, the best for me are Faerie Organic minerals in porcelain -- been using this for 15 years

A good foundation needs (IMO) a wonderful sunscreen, which functions as a primer. Mine is 60+ Anthelios. HTH

Re: Need recommendations for foundation

henderson — Tue, 16 Aug 2016 15:15:43 GMT

If you go to Beautypedia. com you will find recommendations for dept store/drugstore and online /TV sites for makeup and skin care.

Re: Need recommendations for foundation

wagirl — Tue, 16 Aug 2016 15:18:20 GMT

josiesue--go to Sephore or Ulta or one of the beauty counters at Nordstrom and have someone help you with the color you should be wearing. My daughter went to Philosophy counter at Ulta and asked a lovely lady to help her with a foundation and I am telling you, this sales girl really knew her stuff. She found the right shade and color foundation, tested it on my daughter, which was the perfect color, then applied it and my daughters skin looked beautiful. My daughter bought that very make up then and there. And she gets the same lovely look as she did in the store here at home. Easy, peasy!!

Re: Need recommendations for foundation

Lipstickdiva — Tue, 16 Aug 2016 15:26:33 GMT

I don't know if you want dept. store or drugstore but I will give you my recommendation.

I use and love Maybelline Fit Me stick foundation. I am 48 and I have skin that leans on the dry side. However, I like an oil free foundation because if I use anything else, I have oily breakthrough on my chin and forehead. Powder foundations of any kind are a no go for me.

This foundation is easy because I just rub it on right from the stick and I use my fingers to spread it around or a beauty blender sponge. Usually my fingers work best. I like the coverage I get and it works nicely to even up my skintone as I have some sun damage. It lasts all day for me.

If there is one drawback, it's that the tube is rather small so it doesn't last as long as bottles of liquid I have used but it's under $10.00 and I always have a coupon and/or get it on sale.

Re: Need recommendations for foundation

silkyk — Tue, 16 Aug 2016 15:29:50 GMT

My favorite (and has been for many years ) is Everyday Minerals in the matte finish. If you like mineral makeup this is the best and a great site! https://www.everydayminerals.com/store/

Re: Need recommendations for foundation

lexi — Tue, 16 Aug 2016 15:38:47 GMT

It is so darn expensive but I keep going back....Armani lift....superb coverage,bottle last a long time......have tried them all ...none compare.

Re: Need recommendations for foundation

suzyQ3 — Tue, 16 Aug 2016 15:56:55 GMT

Lancome Teint Idole Stick Foundation, a fairly new product, is definitely worth trying. I've been using it for about three months and love it. It is a matte (but not dry-looking at all), medium finish. It is not at all greasy, like so many stick foundations.

I was color-matched at Sephora, and it's one of the best shades I've found for my light/medium neutral skin tone. This stick will probably last me forever.

I dab it on and then blend with a brush. You can build it up if necessary.

Re: Need recommendations for foundation

JosieSue — Tue, 16 Aug 2016 16:13:02 GMT

WOW! You ladies have given me an excellent range of options! Thank you all so much! I have tried powder foundations in the past and I'm not crazy about them. I don't necessariy want a drugstore foundation but I don't want to pay an arm & a leg for it either. However, it if truly lasts a long time and would be my HG, I think it would be worth it! I will see if I can get samples of some of these and try them for myself.

Thanks again for responding to my question! I have learned so much from all of you over the years. I lurk more than I post.

Re: Need recommendations for foundation

Retiredpsych — Tue, 16 Aug 2016 16:19:48 GMT

When I am not using my favorite, IT Cosmetics CC+ (you can dust it with Bye Bye Pores finishing powder and it becomes matte and lasts all day), I am using my new holy grail foundation. It is Chanel's Perfection Lumiere Velvet. Oh my goodness! It is a liquid that speads so beautifully and dries to a matte, medium, buildable coverage. It is pricely, but a little goes a long way. I will never be without it.

PS: It comes in a beautiful black sexy Chanel container.

Re: Need recommendations for foundation

LTT1 — Tue, 16 Aug 2016 16:31:59 GMT

@JosieSue

I forgot to add... NARS concealer under my eyes is working and it is the right color.

My usual problems with cosmetics are: falling into the pores/ causing irritation (breakouts and Rosacea). The Derm recommended that I use oil-free and no binders. I am now making sure the makeup is gluten-free too.

Re: Need recommendations for foundation

maestra — Tue, 16 Aug 2016 19:47:32 GMT

@LTT1 wrote:
@JosieSue

I have never been able to find a foundation comparable to Clinique Stay True foundation, which is now discontinued. I think I have tried them all.
Here is what I am using now. My main concern is preventing Rosacea and breakouts for an everyday helper...
100%Pure liquid foundation (is drying which I need due to breakouts). Under eyes I'm having great luck with NARS concealer in the tube with a wand applicator.

For an all-over finishing effect, the best for me are Faerie Organic minerals in porcelain -- been using this for 15 years

A good foundation needs (IMO) a wonderful sunscreen, which functions as a primer. Mine is 60+ Anthelios. HTH

Love the NARS concealer, which covers my blue/grey dark circles. Can't comment on matte foundation since I prefer a radiant/satin finish. I use Laura Mercier Silk Creme.

Re: Need recommendations for foundation

maestra — Tue, 16 Aug 2016 19:50:15 GMT

rosacea is my enemy-ugh!

If I want to use anti-aging, then I run the risk of a flare. It's like walking a tightrope trying to use anti-aging products.