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Last chance! These are the Nordstrom Anniversary Sale finds that are still in stock—and the beauty and fashion picks I’d buy again in a heartbeat.

#LTKSeasonal #LTKBeauty

Last chance! These are the Nordstrom Anniversary Sale finds that are still in stock—and the beauty and fashion picks I’d buy again in a heartbeat. LTKSeasonal LTKBeauty

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The Lip Edition Set $122 Value (Women) | Nordstrom | Nordstrom

Ultra Facial Cream | Nordstrom | Nordstrom

Effortless Eyes Caviar Stick Eye Shadow Trio Set $102 Value (Women) | Nordstrom | Nordstrom

Total Eye Lift Eye Cream & Refill Set (Nordstrom Exclusive) $173 Value (Women) | Nordstrom | Nordstrom

Airbrush Flawless Setting Spray Duo $78 Value (Women) | Nordstrom | Nordstrom

DOUBLE SERUM® Double Edition Anti-Aging Set (Nordstrom Exclusive) $324 Value (Women) | Nordstrom | Nordstrom

Jumbo Good Genes Face Treatment $284 Value (Women) | Nordstrom | Nordstrom

Diamond Cocoon Skin Care Set $242 Value (Women) | Nordstrom | Nordstrom

Creme de Corps Refillable Body Lotion with Cocoa Butter | Nordstrom | Nordstrom

10x 1-Inch Styling Iron $262 Value (Women) | Nordstrom | Nordstrom

Bio Ionic Bio Iconic GrapheneMX 1.25-inch Extended Barrel Curling Iron at Nordstrom | Nordstrom

Shea Butter Hand Cream Duo (Nordstrom Exclusive) $68 Value (Women) | Nordstrom | Nordstrom

Better Than Sex Mascara Duo $58 Value (Women) | Nordstrom | Nordstrom

Cashmere Mist Deodorant Trio Set $96 Value (Women) | Nordstrom | Nordstrom

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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!

#LTKBeauty #LTKOver40 #LTKxelfCosmetics

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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#LTKstyletip #LTKover40 #LTKbeauty

My favorite primer, foundations, concealers and tools for a flawless complexion for women over 40.
Makeover 40 products for dry & mature skin.

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Some favorite finds ❤️

#LTKBeauty #LTKOver40

Friday Finds: The August Edit 🤎 A few things I’m loving right now—from the easiest throw-on-and-go dress and pretty pearl earrings to the strapless bra that actually stays put + a few beauty finds worth adding to your routine. Perfect little finds to carry you from summer into fall! #FridayFinds #AugustFavorites #LTKFinds #SummerStyle #BeautyFavorites #LTKFashion

#LTKdayinmylife #LTKgrwm #LTKSeasonal

If you’re over 40 and wondering what to buy for fall, start here. 🍂🍁

Instead of buying trendy pieces you’ll only wear once, I’m sharing the 5 fall fashion essentials every woman over 40 needs to create effortless outfits all season long. These are the pieces I reach for again and again because they’re stylish, versatile, and actually work for real life.

Whether you’re an empty nester, heading back to the office, traveling this fall, or just want to refresh your wardrobe without overspending, these are my must-haves.

✨ Which one is already in your closet?

Save this Reel for your next shopping trip and send it to a friend who’s updating her fall wardrobe!

#FallFashionOver40 #FashionOver50 #WomenOver40Style #EmptyNesterStyle #FallWardrobeEssentials

#LTKOver40 #LTKgrwm

GRWM for happy hour! As a makeup artist, this is my quick makeup touch-up routine for mature skin before heading out with a friend.

#LTKOver40 #LTKBeauty #LTKgrwm

If you’ve been waiting to check out, this is your sign. These are my favorite Nordstrom Sale finds that are still available before the sale ends!

#LTKSeasonal #LTKdayinmylife

Weekend Snaps ❤️

#LTKdayinmylife #LTKOver40 #LTKBeauty

If your wardrobe has been feeling a little… predictable, these LOFT finds are the cure. 💙 From fun prints and pops of color to pieces that instantly make an outfit feel more interesting, I found so many styles that put the fun back into getting dressed.

Fashion should make you smile, no matter your age. Which look would you wear first? ✨ Everything is linked in my LTK!

#LOFTStyle #FashionOver50 #StyleInspiration #WearTheColor #LTKStyle

#LTKgrwm #LTKOver40 #LTKootd

Elite Combo

Necklace details

#LTKOver40 #LTKSeasonal #LTKBeauty

You don’t have to spend a fortune to update your beauty routine for fall. These budget-friendly finds perform like high-end products and are some of my favorite affordable beauty recommendations right now.

#LTKSeasonal #LTKBeauty

If I had to narrow my beauty routine down to just a handful of products, these would be it. They’re the ones I use every single day because they simply work—and I find myself recommending them over and over again.

#LTKSeasonal #LTKootd #LTKBeauty

If you’re refreshing your makeup bag for fall, start here. These affordable beauty favorites make getting ready so easy, and every product gives that effortless, polished look I’m loving this season.

#LTKSeasonal #LTKBeauty #LTKootd

These are the pieces I’m genuinely excited to wear this season. They’re versatile, easy to style, and the kind of staples you’ll keep reaching for all fall long. From elevated basics to cozy layers, these are my top picks!

#LTKSeasonal #LTKgrwm #LTKootd

Sometimes the simplest style tips make the biggest difference.

As an empty nester, I’ve found that getting dressed is less about following every trend and more about looking effortlessly put together. One of my favorite tricks? Match your purse to your shoes.

It instantly makes an outfit feel polished, intentional, and expensive—even if you’re wearing the basics. It’s a timeless styling trick that never goes out of style.

Do you match your shoes and bag, or do you prefer to mix things up?

#EmptyNesterStyle #Over50Style #ClassicStyle #EffortlessStyle #StyleTips

#LTKgrwm #LTKOver40 #LTKootd

Meeting my friend for HH

#LTKgrwm #LTKOver40 #LTKSeasonal

Ever have someone ask if you’ve had lip filler? 💋

Liner - LIFT
Lipstick - Pillow Talk

Gloss - Sheer Petal

This lip combo is the reason I get asked all the time. It gives the illusion of fuller, softer, more defined lips without looking overdone or feeling sticky. The secret isn’t bigger lips—it’s the right combination of liner, color, and gloss.

I’ve tried hundreds of products over the years, and this has become the combo I reach for again and again.

Would you try it? Let me know if you want the exact shades! 👇

#LipCombo #MatureBeauty #Over50Beauty #MakeupTips #LipGoals

#LTKgrwm #LTKOver40 #LTKBeauty

I had a fabulous birthday weekend!

#LTKdayinmylife #LTKOver40 #LTKBeauty

Like this post, follow me and comment with LOOK for links. ✨❤️

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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#Over40Beauty
#BeautyOver40
#MatureSkinMakeup
#MakeupOver40

#40PlusBeauty

#LTKOver40 #LTKBeauty #LTKgrwm

Everyone keeps saying, “All the good stuff is already sold out…” 🤍

Not even close.

I’ve been shopping the Nordstrom Anniversary Sale for years, and some of my absolute favorite finds are still in stock. From beauty staples I buy every year to wardrobe essentials I actually wear, these are the pieces I genuinely recommend.

Swipe through to see what’s still worth grabbing before it’s gone. Trust me…these are the items I wouldn’t wait on.

#NordstromAnniversarySale #NSale #BeautyOver50 #MatureStyle #NordstromFinds

#LTKOver40 #LTKBeauty #LTKSaleAlert

If you’re traveling this fall, these are the pieces I’d pack every single time.

A dress that works from sightseeing to dinner. A lightweight windbreaker that’s ready when the weather changes. The most comfortable ballet flats that look polished but feel like sneakers. And a purse that lays flat in your suitcase, then converts into a backpack when you need to be hands-free.

I’m all about buying pieces that work harder, so you can pack lighter and still feel put together. These are the kind of wardrobe staples you’ll reach for long after your trip is over.

Which piece would you wear the most?

#LTKgrwm #LTKOver40 #LTKTravel

Finding the perfect nude pink lip is one thing… finding a gloss that actually stays put is another.

I’ve been wearing this combo on repeat because it gives that soft, glossy finish without constantly disappearing. It feels comfortable, doesn’t get goopy, and leaves my lips looking fresh instead of dry.

If you’ve stopped wearing gloss because it never lasts, this combo might change your mind.

Would you wear a nude pink lip every day, or are you more of a bold lip girl? 💕

#LTKgrwm #LTKOver40 #LTKBeauty

Simple, chic, and perfect for date night. 🖤 A cozy knit paired with faux leather shorts and timeless accessories creates an elevated look that’s comfortable without sacrificing style.

#LTKSeasonal #LTKootd #LTKgrwm

The perfect outfit for those in-between weather days. 🍂 A lightweight jacket, classic black dress, and rich cognac accessories create an easy look you’ll wear from day to dinner.

#LTKSeasonal #LTKootd #LTKgrwm

One of my favorite ways to ease into fall—lightweight knits paired with a flowy midi skirt. Add woven flats and a few simple accessories for an effortless outfit you can wear now and later.

#LTKSeasonal #LTKootd #LTKgrwm

Neutrals never go out of style. This soft sweater with white wide-leg pants is polished, comfortable, and easy to dress up or down with a few classic accessories. A great look for late summer into early fall.

#LTKSeasonal #LTKootd #LTKgrwm

The pieces you’ll reach for on repeat this season 🤎 From lightweight knits and easy layers to versatile bottoms, these are the staples that make getting dressed so much easier. Everything mixes and matches for effortless fall outfits.

#LTKSeasonal #LTKootd #LTKgrwm

Current favorite lip combo

Liner: Press
Lipstick: Pillowtalk
Gloss: Petal

If you’re trying to be smart about what you buy during the #NSALE, these are the 5 things I’d actually spend my money on.

As a 52-year-old makeup artist, I’m all about buying products I’ll use over and over—not just because they’re on sale. These are the items I reach for, recommend, and know are worth adding to your cart while the prices are at their best.

Which one are you grabbing first? Let me know below, and if you’ve found a hidden gem in the sale, I want to hear about it!

#LTKOver40 #LTKBeauty #LTKSaleAlert

As a 52-year-old makeup artist and empty nester, I’m shopping a little differently these days. I want pieces that earn their place in my closet and beauty routine, not impulse buys that collect dust.

I’ve learned that buying less—but buying better—is always the goal. These are the Nordstrom Anniversary Sale finds that truly make the cut for mature skin, an elevated wardrobe, and life in my empty-nester era. If it’s on this list, I’d buy it again in a heartbeat. 🤍

These are my absolute favorite finds from the Nordstrom Anniversary Sale—the beauty products I swear by, wardrobe staples I’ll wear all fall, and a few investment pieces that are genuinely worth grabbing while they’re on sale.

If you’ve been wondering what’s actually worth buying, start with these.

✨ Everything is linked in my LTK.

Tell me…what’s the one thing you’re hoping doesn’t sell out?

#NordstromAnniversarySale #NordstromStyle #Over50Style #MatureBeauty

#LTKOver40 #LTKBeauty #LTKSaleAlert

My over 40 Besuty picks from the Nordstrom Anniversary Sale

#LTKOver40 #LTKSaleAlert #LTKBeauty