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My makeup started looking heavier and cakey this year… and it wasn’t my skin — it was my routine.

So I stopped layering, used less product, and focused on skin first.

A few tiny tweaks made everything look softer, fresher, and way more natural.

Proof that over 50, it’s not about more makeup… it’s about smarter makeup 🤍

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My makeup started looking heavier and cakey this year… and it wasn’t my skin — it was my routine. So I stopped layering, used less product, and focused on skin first. A few tiny tweaks made everything look softer, fresher, and way more natural. Proof that over 50, it’s not about more makeup… it’s about smarter makeup 🤍 Over50Beauty MidlifeMakeup NaturalGlow LessIsMore TheBeautyBlotter LTKOver40 LTKBeauty LTKgrwm

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Save 30% on $45+ during their in-app sale from 6/21-6/24

A gorgeous and glowing, easy summer makeup look for women over 40 that is under $100 for the whole look? Yes, please!

Type the word SAVE into the comments to get a link to the whole look sent straight to your DM’s!

I love that @elfcosmetics gives everyone the opportunity to look gorgeous this spring with their amazing in-app spring sale!

I always get asked for affordable makeup over 40 options that flatter mature skin and this look is the ticket!

Happy Shopping!

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HERE ARE THE JUICY DETAILS 👇👇

➡️ Save this for later so you have it! ❤️

Type the word BLUSH to get a list of my favorite blushes straight to your inbox!

If you are struggling with makeup over 40, this blush hack is a gamer changer!

If you are a woman over 40 with dry and mature skin, cream blush is your best friend! It melts into our skin going you a lovely natural flush and is so flattering.

Powder blush can sit on top of your skin and can make emphasize dry skin and make it look flat!

My top tip for applying blush is to remember what I call the 3 finger rule!
Place 3 fingers next to your nose and do not apply any blush there.

Apply blush in an upward motion and blend out! Do you see how it visually lifts your entire face? Such an easy tip!

Give it a try and let me know how it goes ❤️
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My top glowing skin favorite products

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Glowing skin after 50 starts long before foundation 🤍

As I’ve gotten older, I’ve realized the secret to healthy, radiant makeup isn’t piling on more products… it’s all about prep. Hydrated, smooth, well-prepped skin makes every makeup product look better, fresher, and more natural.

These are the prep products I keep reaching for lately when my skin needs that healthy glow back ✨ Mature skin doesn’t need to look heavy or overdone — it just needs the right support underneath.

If your makeup has been looking dull, dry, or tired lately… start with your skincare prep first. It changes everything.

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Still dating 25 years later! ❤️

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Luxury prices are not a requirement for great makeup—especially after 40. 💄✨
This entire look is drugstore, chosen specifically to smooth, brighten, and enhance mature skin without settling or looking heavy.

If you’ve ever felt like affordable makeup “doesn’t work anymore,” this is your sign—it absolutely can when you use the right formulas and techniques.
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@Nutrafol is having a Memorial Day Sale where you get 25% off and up to 6 gifts with supplement subscription!

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Hair wash day over 40 is no longer a quick shower… it’s a full production. 😅 Between the scalp care, deep conditioning, masks, serums, and convincing myself to actually start, this is basically a part-time job now. But honestly? Nothing feels better than fresh, clean hair and that little confidence boost after.

Tell me I’m not the only one planning my entire week around wash day. 😂

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J. Crew new arrival favorites

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Merit beauty must haves

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My go to products on hair wash day

Memorial Day favorites from Amazon

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What is currently obsessing over

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I’m partnering with @alwaysdiscreet and @target and I have to laugh…

No one tells you about this part of midlife

Readers… neck wrinkles… and suddenly needing panty liners 😂

But also—why are these actually kind of cute??

Like okay… protection AND style??

Honestly they’re just part of my routine now and make life so much easier

You can grab them at Target

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I’m partnering with @alwaysdiscreet and @target and I have to laugh…

No one tells you about this part of midlife

Readers… neck wrinkles… and suddenly needing panty liners 😂

But also—why are these actually kind of cute??

Like okay… protection AND style??

Honestly they’re just part of my routine now and make life so much easier

You can grab them at Target

#LTKstorytime #LTKOver40 #LTKgrwm

If your tretinoin has been leaving your skin dry, tight, or irritated… try the sandwich method ✨

I apply moisturizer first, then a pea-sized amount of tretinoin, followed by another layer of moisturizer on top. It helps buffer irritation while still giving you all the smoothing, glow-boosting benefits.

The older I get, the more I realize skincare is about working with your skin instead of against it 🤍

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Bestsellers from this week!

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Perfect combo for babysit summer feet!

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One pair of pants, 6 tops to wear with them.

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My hyper-fixation lippie for summer ☀️💋 The RMS Chameleon Lip Oil somehow gives the perfect pink every single time because it reacts to your skin’s pH. It’s glossy, hydrating, and makes your lips look naturally flushed and juicy without even trying.

This is the kind of effortless makeup product I throw on for beach days, errands, dinners… literally everything. One swipe and you look more alive ✨

If you’re an over-40 makeup girlie who loves easy, fresh, low-maintenance beauty… this one is worth the hype.

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I used to overcomplicate getting dressed… now I just want easy, timeless outfits that always work. 🤍
Linen pants, lightweight layers, classic stripes, neutral basics, and pieces that feel effortless but still polished. Basically my version of empty nester coastal style with a little Nancy Meyers energy mixed in. ✨

These are the outfits I actually wore last week and honestly? Having simple go-to formulas makes mornings so much easier.

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This is the kind of easy summer outfit I always reach for when I want to feel comfortable but still put together. The soft blue linen pants paired with the fitted white tank feels effortless, lightweight, and perfect for warm weather. I added the python sandals and simple bracelets to give it a little elevated touch without overdoing it. Such a great outfit for casual Fridays, vacation, errands, lunch dates, or summer travel days. Everything is linked directly in the image for easy shopping.

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This look is such a good mix of classic and practical. The ruffle neck sweater elevates a simple jeans outfit, while the lightweight windbreaker makes it perfect for cooler mornings, errands, travel days, or spring sports nights. I love the warm brown sandals paired with the straw tote for an easy everyday look that still feels polished. Everything is linked directly in the image for easy shopping.

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This might be my favorite outfit of the week. The navy maxi skirt paired with the simple white tank and striped sweater gives that effortless coastal look that always feels timeless. Perfect for vacation nights, summer dinners, church, or even everyday wear when you want to feel comfortable but still elevated. I finished it with simple gold accessories, a woven tote, and neutral sandals for an easy polished look. Everything is linked directly in the image.

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One of my favorite layered summer looks lately. The navy cardigan paired with the denim shirt and white denim feels classic, polished, and so easy to wear. I love outfits like this for cooler mornings, casual dinners, or everyday errands when you still want to feel put together. Everything is linked directly in the image.

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Their Pick 7 for $77 event is SO good right now, so I rounded up my favorite products that give smoother, glowier, more flattering makeup on over-40 skin — no heavy, dry, cakey makeup here 🙅🏼‍♀️

Think:
✨ hydrating formulas
✨ skin-like finish
✨ products that blend beautifully into mature skin
✨ makeup that enhances instead of covering

These are the exact kinds of products I reach for daily as a 51-year-old makeup artist 🤍

Comment LINK and I’ll send you all my mature skin favorites from the sale!
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POV: You find the perfect pair of linen pants and suddenly your entire summer wardrobe feels elevated 🤍☀️

I love pieces that make getting dressed easier, and these J.Crew linen pants are one of those staples I keep reaching for over and over again. Easy, flattering, comfortable, and they work with everything from a simple tank to a blazer or lightweight sweater.

Sharing a few different ways I would style them for summer — because we all want outfits that look chic without feeling complicated. ✨

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Classic pieces I’ll be wearing on repeat this summer. A crisp white button down, relaxed denim, ballet flats, and the striped sweater detail makes this look feel so effortless and polished. These are the kind of staples that never go out of style and can be mixed and matched so many ways. Everything is linked in the image.

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POV: your over-40 friend who tests everything finally tells you what’s actually worth buying ✨

These are the beauty finds I keep repurchasing, recommending, and using on repeat because they truly make getting ready easier, faster, and more flattering on mature skin.

Think glowy skin, better makeup application, effortless hair days, and those little products that make a BIG difference.

Saving you from wasting money on the wrong products… you’re welcome 🤍

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GRWM to have lunch with a girlfriend 🍸✨

A little makeup, a good outfit, and catching up with a friend who just gets you… honestly one of life’s best moods. 🤍

At this age, I’ve learned it’s not always about big plans. Sometimes it’s just making time for yourself, feeling pretty, and laughing over lunch for 2 hours.

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