Beauty

[Tuppermore]

I only use powder foundation and I am 65.  However, I never use any product with luminousity.  I find that to be very aging.  I do prefer the brush that Laura Geller has.  I like Laura Geller's Baked Elements alot.  It comes with the retractable angled kabuki brush.  It seems to give me the ability to use a much lighter hand.  I apply Bare Minerals Complextion Rescue for the sun protection and moisture.  It makes a great base.  I am curruently using Bare Minerals Original foundation.  It was a TSV last Christmas. I use the same steps with the Baked Elements and it works just as well..  If i use a light application, I do not find it settleing in any lines and wrinkles. 

[JeanLouiseFinch]

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@Texasmouse wrote:

@JeanLouiseFinch

Any advice on choosing a primer? TIA

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@Texasmouse Lately I’ve been using one from The Ordinary.  It’s called “high adherence” and comes in a tube - not the one in the dropper bottle.  It’s inexpensive, like  $5.00 for the tube and does a nice job for me.  I like the consistency and that it doesn’t give that occluded feeling that some silicone primers do.  I have to watch it with things that are too siliconey but it’s been working well for me. 

[Texasmouse]

@JeanLouiseFinch thanks!

[Naturesbeauty]

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@Shanus wrote:

At 70 (very shortly) w/ combo to dry skin, I occasionally use powder foundation. Yes, “older” women can wear it, but it depends on which one and the application.

After moisturizing and spf, I wait at least 10 minutes for all of that to set/dry down before powder foundation. I do not use it under my eyes as concealer or get too close to crow’s feet area. I do use NARS concealer (in a tube w/ doe foot). Blend it well before foundation.

Tested several powder foundations on clients & myself: Bare Minerals is the only one that did cake, dry or settle into lines. After 15 minutes of application, it had blended in w/ moisturizer (even though set) to look like a creamy matte finish. I don’t use their brushes. They’re too stiff and rough on my face. I use the IT brush w/ larger end for foundation and smaller end for around nose, etc. 

I begin w/ the swirl & tap method and small end of brush w/ very little product. I conceal around nose, darker spots, etc. first. Then move on with a light amount and swirling motion to the remainder of face beginning at center of face and blending out. Go over concealed areas, but stay clear of undereye area...that’s where it will cake and show wrinkles the most. I’ll stress it takes a tiny amount of product. You don’t want it to look like a mask or so perfectly covered that it resembles a mannequin’s face. Everyone has a spot or darker area...I leave a few not concealed for a more natural look.

If using powder foundation, I always use a cream blush to give some area of the face a less matte look. I also use a setting spray to make it all look more moist. You can make one yourself w/ rose water & bottled water in spray bottle, it’s better than purchased ones w/ additives.

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@Shanus I’m reading your post are you saying Bare Minerals Powder Foundation is a good choice or not a good choice? Also what primer is a good one? Another good tip using powder foundation is after applying I use a wet Beauty Blender Sponge and lightly tap over entire face and neck.

[LTT1]

@Katcat1

Hi!

My favorite in this category is by Wander Beauty. It’s the right color of fair for me and that’s not easy. 

It also does not break me out!

[Katcat1]

@LTT1  I know what you mean about the "right shade.:   Laura Mercier is the first tinted moisturizer that is my right shade being a fair to light cool.  It's funny, sometimes I can be in Porcelain shade and other times light shades, it all depends on the brand.  I hope you are doing well.

[Sooner]

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@Katcat1 wrote:

@LTT1  I know what you mean about the "right shade.:   Laura Mercier is the first tinted moisturizer that is my right shade being a fair to light cool.  It's funny, sometimes I can be in Porcelain shade and other times light shades, it all depends on the brand.  I hope you are doing well.

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@Katcat1  Unless there are only three shades, I am almost always the second to the lightest shade.  In the summer, sometimes warmer tones work, in the winter the cool.  Odd huh?

People at the makeup counters almost always start with the medium and I'm sitting there saying "That will probably too dark."  But they have to find out for themselves.  A Trish McEvoy makeup artist saw me 20 years ago and said "No, you are lighter" and changed my makeup life!  Having the wrong makeup color makes your face look mask-like no matter how thick or thin you put it on.

[Katcat1]

@Sooner   So true about the wearing the wrong shade.  I remember and now I can think of the name but they were very popular about 30 years ago and made powder according to your color.  I remember now "Prescriptives."  The told me I was warm when, in fact, I was a cool.  Most of the girls behind the counter do not have a clue as to what your undertone is.  It does take years to find out for yourself.

[WVRhyter]

I'm 65 and I use LG's Balance and Brighten. I bought some of her newer Balance and Glow, which has some highlighter in it. I think it makes me look too pale.  I just received her supersized B & B, so I will probably give the B & G to my niece. I've been giving her some of my Bare Minerals. I quit using it. I like LG's better. I use a primer first, then apply the Balance and Brighten.

[suzyQ3]

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@Texasmouse wrote:

@suzyQ3

What do you use to apply the Balance & Brighten? Do you get a matte finish? Does it accentuate lines?

I too am looking for a quick and easy option for those days when I just want to get out the door without a lot of fuss but since I turned 60, I've been avoiding powder foundations like the plague!

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@Texasmouse, I consider the finish to be a natural matte. I don't think that it accentuates lines at all, not that I have any. :-)

I use a small to medium, slightly domed brush with dense bristles for the coverage I want. A less dense brush would be for a lighter application.

All my brushes are from Sedona Lace's assortment of synthetic brushes.

HTH.