Beauty

[SnowOwl79]

One of the best products I've found for my dry skin is squalane oil. I use The Ordinary sold online and at Sephora. It is made from sugarcane (Squalane is also made from olives but I prefer sugarcane). My skincare routine is minimal. I do usually use serums, whether they help or not they do feel nice. I use a hyaluronic acid serum, moisturizer, then squalane last. It makes my skin feel so soft and helps keep it hydrated. It lasted until the next morning when I reapply. I've never found anything that lasts that long. It only takes a few drops for face and neck. I do love trying high end product, but unless I get a great sale price, I skip it. I'll never pay hundreds of dollars for something that isn't any better than a $10 product. 

[GenXmuse]

I'd second or third the recommendation to use a primer. YSL Touche Eclat line blurring primer is fairly moisturizing I've found. I like Hourglass and Smashbox too.  It can take an average foundation and make it look incredible. Foundation really goes on much smoother and helps with texture. 

[Shanus]

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@mariadomenica wrote:

I have purchased just about every foundation sold on bith QVC and HSN...Now I am 67 and even the more moisturizing ones dry on me.  I need full coverage.. I NEED recommendations ladies.   I am thinking about IT again.....I did like the coverage...Not sure about which Tarte....though I tried the one in brown tube and didn't like it....too dry....Skinn serum just sinks into my skinn !!!    Do not want Hollywood pain like TCE....sorry Joyce Dalton..!    Anybody have anything to sugest for me ?????  I like creamy coverage.....full coverage.....moisturizing.....THANK YOU !!

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@mariadomenica   I'm not sure where you live, but if it's gotten cold, dry, heat on in your house, maybe even a fireplace? I'd add a humidifier in the rooms where you spend the most time. I have one on the floor next to my bed that stays there all year. 

I disagree with those who suggest exfoliation. If your skin is so dry it's causing issues, you may want to stay away from chemical or physical exfoliation until you get skin in better condition and your skin's barrier in tact. 

[San Antonio Gal]

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@monicakm wrote:

@Chopsmom 

@mariadomenica 

IT CC Cream is soooo thick and one reason why it settles into lines and wrinkles.  The least amt of foundation you can apply, the better.  A good primer will help fill in those lines helping to keep foundation out of them.  Nothing is perfect tho but with some good skincare, good prep before foundation, it can certainly help.

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@mariadomenica @Chopsmom  - I use IT CC Cream and apply it with a damp Real Techniques sponge.  The damp sponge does the trick and it does not settle into fine lines and it is not as thick.  

[paixmcdao]

Harvest Natural Beauty Flawless Finish Organic Face Primer

[RollTide2008]

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@San Antonio Gal wrote:

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@monicakm wrote:

@Chopsmom 

@mariadomenica 

IT CC Cream is soooo thick and one reason why it settles into lines and wrinkles.  The least amt of foundation you can apply, the better.  A good primer will help fill in those lines helping to keep foundation out of them.  Nothing is perfect tho but with some good skincare, good prep before foundation, it can certainly help.

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@mariadomenica @Chopsmom  - I use IT CC Cream and apply it with a damp Real Techniques sponge.  The damp sponge does the trick and it does not settle into fine lines and it is not as thick.  

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I also think it applies better with a sponge than a brush.  IT does this product a disservice by pushing a brush application.    If the CC cream seems too heavy for me that day, I cut it with a little tinted moisturizer.  

[tototwo]

I'm 73 and noticed that in recent years my complexion looks better without foundation. And yet, for some occasions I want to wear foundation. Go figure.

Anyway, for me, my complexion looks smoother and more youthful when I wear a tinted, neutralizing primer only. No foundation, just neutralizing primer. Probably wouldn't work for everyone.

Also, I've never bought into the hype of wrinkle removers. I'm more into keeping my skin healthy and happy.

[nycalady]

After working in a major department store & having access to many brands & samples, I use the it cc with illumination. The trick is to get the correct shade & I would do that with an employee in a regular store & go from there. Also, you can try on & get samples of other potential foundations at regular stores before you commit, order, waste money etc.