If you’re in your 50’s, what foundation do you use?

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I know there’s another foundation thread which I have read but suspect many posters are younger than my 50 something years! So if you are in your fifties, what foundation are you using, what sort of coverage, dewy or not and what other products do you use with it?

I am sick of my foundation sliding off so that come lunchtime, I’m bare cheeked or blotchy! Even with a primer. Maybe I need to use more than just foundation. Am using Bobbi Browne tinted moisturiser atm along with her powder foundation but not really happy with it. Prior to that, multiple repeat purchases of Guerlain Lingerie de Peau.

I’d love a flawless, polished look!

Thanks

I'm loving your suggestions! Yes, no shortage of lovely foundations. Am going to do the counters. I have always thought Chanel is too pink but will have a peek anyway as it's been mentioned a couple of times.

Tell me about Hourglass Powder please! My powder is around 8 years old and a By Terry lose translucent powder but I've had a quick look at Hourglass and they're a totally different type of product, I think.

I might go and look at both foundation and powder in Space NK. See if they give me the finish I want. Otherwise my regular Guerlain foundation is pretty good but perhaps a powder will lift it?

Thanks

Do use a BB cream, I hate the feeling of wearing makeup

Currently using the Boots No 7 foundation drops. It’s a tiny bottle and you add one, two or three drops to a primer or face cream. I use Benefit concealer for dark circles and No 7 powder on top.

Tinted moisturiser is just that- it won't give much coverage and even with powder, it's not going to look great after a few hours.

Laura Mercier does a good translucent powder - either compact or loose. I have 2 B Brown powders and the one I posted about earlier is really light and not at all sparkly.

But bear in mind that ANY powder will take down the glow of any foundation. I only use the tiniest bit of powder on the T zone and only when I am going to be out all day and /or want make up to stay put for hours.

I think for you, it might be all about application as well.

Use a moisturiser and allow 10 mins to sink in. If you don't use anything with spf, do that afterwards and before foundation.

Apply the foundation carefully, and really take time to blend at the edge of your face, round your nose and under your eyes.

Don't go for a matte or long wear foundation because imo they are too ageing for older skin.

@goose1964

Maybe you have used the wrong kind of 'make up' in the past if it feels like make up? I can't feel make up at all and the only BB cream I have (Bobbi Brown) is actually thicker than some of my liquid foundations.

Finding this thread really useful. I’m 50 and I normally use a tinted moisturiser (Boots natural collection), but I need something with better coverage for nights out. I find a lot of foundations too matte or too drying for my skin. I like a dewy finish to give me a bit of a glow.

I really like Vichy Dermablend compact foundation. It’s quite heavy but if you use a small amount and blend it in well with a stippling brush it gives a very light finish but covers up my redness and makes me look radiant. It also has SPF 30 but I use so little I don’t rely on that but always use a factor 50 underneath it.

Lucky people who don’t feel the need to wear foundation. I am 57 and menopausal and although I am wrinkle free I do like to even out my skintone.

56 , I have struggled with foundations not lasting . I have combination skin with redness from broken veins on my nose and cheeks.

Foundations that work and look very natural are:

IT cosmetics CC cream -full coverage but needs a powder over it on my t-zone

Chanel Perfection Lumiere velvet.- is great for combination skins and lasts well but I do use a primer (rimmel) and setting spray.

Have a look on Youtube at woman called 'Hot and Flashy' - she does great reviews of foundation.

when I don't want to wear makeup but need to even out my skin I wear Paula's choice age resist moisturiser with tint

None.
Just moisturiser and blush cream .

I'm 62 and when I wear foundation, it's Bobbi Brown Skin Foundation, which may not be helpful if you don't get on with her other stuff. I like it because it's very light, goes on easily and it's a pretty good colour match with my skin (which is probably the most important thing). I use a dab of Burts Bees lip shimmer on my cheekbones which has a hint of irridescence, but no powder or primer.

I'm using make up less often and I'm finding that, every time I do wear it (and I don't wear much) I like the effect a little less. I'm not sure what that's about.

Im in my 40s and ive decided all foundations seem to be really aging now. Even ones for mature skin.
Ive started just wearing a really good moisturiser and a blusher/highlighter and its been like a revelation.

I use Clinique cc cream where needed. On top of a base of Kalme Chameleon concealer for Rosacea/redness.This is really good for rosey cheeks and means I don’t need much foundation. Another good one is Clinique Even Better Glow foundation which gives a natural finish. Heavy full coverage foundation looks awful on mature skin.

cc cream. bourjois does a good one but the Garnier and Rimmel ones are ok

Chanel Beige 03 is a yellow base but they discontinued my favourite Chanel crepe compact foundation. I’m wearing Elizabeth Arden Flawless Finish again which I haven’t worn since I was a teenager.

Creme not crepe apologies

Beanleuse I agree. I'm 48. I think full foundation and powder is matronly and ageing over 40.

I use Clinique Line Smoothing Concealer dotted on and blended only where it is needed, and a little bit of heavy duty cream concealer applied with a soft brush under my eyes. I then do a bit of light contouring with bronzer on a fat brush (look on youtube for videos, but put on 1/10 as much as they suggest), blusher, and highlighter on all areas that the sun would catch. I occasionally use an eye primer but I hate the smell of silicone primers. To stop my lipstick bleeding, I only put it in the centre of my lips and blend outwards, then top with gloss.

In all honesty, it depends on your skin. Lined skin at any age looks bad if foundation is slathered on and it too matte- something all 16 yr olds seem to do, in shades of orange.

But if you feel that no foundation is suitable over 40, sorry but that's crazy! You just haven't found the right one. And skin varies so much at all ages. I'm in my 60s and have no lines at all, maybe because I've used a high spf every single day for almost 30 years.

Foundation now can be light, medium, full coverage- whatever you need.

If you think you can't wear it, it's cos you aren't looking at the right brands.

Broken veins can I suggest advanced electrolysis.
electrolysis.co.uk/advanced-treatments/

Forgot to mention that I apply my foundation with a damp beauty blender and blot into skin not dragging it.

I use a mousse by No 7. I think it's called Beautifully Matte. It goes on really nicely and is only £14. Agree with a PP who said to let moisturiser sink in for a while before applying - and I use that over a retinol product from The Ordinary.

I'm 53 and use MAC studio fix mixed with MAC Face and Body. I think over 50, what makes a difference is using a good primer.

It's actually really interesting to read all the replies. Horses for courses and confirmation that we're all unique and what suits one won't necessarily suit another.

I've been to Space NK. It could prove a costly trip but am quite happy. The SA thought my existing Guerlain foundation is very good on but humoured me and tried a couple of Nars foundations and an Houtmrglass tint. The Nars were okay but the second one looked different after about 10 mins. The Hourglass is their Illusion Tint but coverage isn't that of a tinted moisturiser. It's quite thick, a little goes a long way and gives a good medium coverage. I like it but didn't buy as I wanted to see how it lasted. 6 hours later, it's still there so will probably order online if I am certain of the shade when I get home.

Love the Hourglass Powder and purchased it so thank you to those who recommended it. Love, love, love the Hourglass blush she used. It was out of stock in store but will definitely order online. Also got a nice By Terry eyeshadow - the creamy stick variety. And L Mercier primer.

And had an email for £15 off a £60 spend so that really helped!!

Thanks for all your suggestions and advice. Now I want a not too expensive Hyaluronic Acid if anyone has recommendations!

I am 50 and have never worn foundation, I'm not really sure I could.

I use sunblock every day (no moisturiser) and a BB cream, this one currently: www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B007FQONMS/ref=asc_df_B007FQONMS57490222/?hvlocphy=1006506&linkCode=df0&hvptwo&psc=1&hvnetw=g&hvadid=310775529729&creative=22110&hvpone&hvlocint&creativeASIN=B007FQONMS&th=1&hvpos=1o1&hvdev=c&hvdvcmdl&hvqmt&tag=mumsnetforum-21&hvtargid=pla-469976479097&hvrand=1293724474242876033

Silly name but it does seem to smooth the skin out a bit.

Then loose translucent powder, very little, buffed on cheeks and swept over T zone, just a cheap one, Collection 2000 at the moment I think.

No colour, I get flushed enough as it is, I don;t need to look like Aunt Sally!

This is the hyaluronic acid I use, well currently using the premium version but I actually preferred this one and will get this again next time:

www.amazon.co.uk/Rohto-Hadalabo-Gokujun-Hyaluronic-package/dp/B074GX619Q/ref=sr_1_3_s_it?s=beauty&keywords=hado+labo&tag=mumsnetforum-21&ie=UTF8&qid=1544899401&sr=1-3

I find these kind of threads quite perplexing because everyone has such different needs and skin to start with
I think you need to ask people over 50 who have the specific skincare type and needs that you do to respond - otherwise you get a thread full of people saying " I don't wear foundation - hope that helps!"
What do you want your face to look like? Do you want to look ' made up'?
Do you want to look like you hav

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...Amazing skin but don't look made up? How much money can you throw at the problem? High end foundations are mostly better - they just are. The colours/ pigments are more subtle, the finish is better. Suqqu and Chantecaille are exceptional if you don't mind spending £60+

Skincare makes a huge difference - what is your current regime? It will affect how foundation lays on your skin. The more care you take on skincare, the less you can spend on foundation. It's not an exact equation, but it carries weight.