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Fri Oct 20, 2006 1:43 pm |
Welcome all comments and ideas on things you all have usesd! Am thrilled and enthralled with this site...like having hundrreds (thousands) of girlfriends! So glad to be here |
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Sat Oct 21, 2006 9:30 am |
Ones I have liked:
Clinique Repairwear
Chanel Vitalumiere or Prolumiere
Prescriptives Custom Blend with firming added
Estee Lauder Futurist
All are medium to full coverage. Other than the custom blend you should be able to get samples to take home and try the formula to see what you think. I can never tell from an in-store application.
I have tried mineral makeup but it was messy and time consuming. Maybe I just need a lesson in application. |
_________________ Over 60, dry and sensitive. Look younger than my age and want to keep it that way! |
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Sat Oct 21, 2006 10:49 am |
60passingfor45, Have you thought about
trying mineral makeup for foundation. There is a bit of a learning curve but if you hit on the right color and formulation it's magic. I've been using mineral makeup(MMU) for almost a year and I love it, before that I used tinted moisturizers which sometimes were enough and other times not. There are lots of posts here on EDS about the application and brands of MMU. Good luck and welcome to the forum fyi- I'm 52 soon to be 53 on Halloween. |
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Sat Oct 21, 2006 12:09 pm |
I second the mineral makeup idea. I prefer a pressed version (less messy). I'm currently using Jane Iredale, and I'm very pleased with it. |
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Sat Oct 21, 2006 12:49 pm |
47 will be 48 and I use the Jane Iredale liquid (no bismuth) or Dr haushka depending on the type of coverage you want |
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Sat Oct 21, 2006 2:57 pm |
I have found that any higher end foundation for "aging" skin from YSL, Chanel, Origins, Estee Lauder - the liquid ones that talk about "moisturizing...satin or dewy finish...etc." - will do a very nice job. BUT here's the kicker - you must use a foundation brush to apply. Yes, REALLY! It does make a tremendous difference.
I discovered this recently when I went to try the new YSL Perfect Finish foundation that has the brush built in to it's end. I noticed that the foundation went on very nicely, smoothly but I could not get a correct color match. I deduced that probably the brush was what was making the difference. So I went next door to Sephora and bought a good $30 foundation brush (the Sephora brand) and brought it home. I got all the different bottles of foundation out and proceeded to do some testing. Well, what I discovered is that none did a better job than any others BUT that brush made all the difference in the world. I could barely tell the foundation was there and yet the coverage was excellent. Using the brush to blend in concealer around my eyes and red areas near my nose really helped to create the "perfect" illusion, too.
I wish I had been using a foundation brush all along. No more settling into creases and uneven application for me anymore. My next step may be to use a concealer brush along with my foundation brush.
I have heard guys say often "have to use the right tools for the job" and wow, now, I really understand - from a woman's point of view - how right they are. |
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Sun Oct 29, 2006 11:25 am |
Thanks for the advice..will try some when things settle...45 yr old s.o. had a stroke and has been in hospital since one week..SO HAVE I..nurses are angels! Please pray for him..big strong 6'5' man..csnnot use left side at all(little in leg)...thankful for all prayers .... |
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Sun Oct 29, 2006 11:43 am |
sixtypassingforforty, OMG I'm so sorry for you and your so. I'm a nurse and I know what's ahead. But you know what I've seen some amazing recoveries with prayer, hope and good medical/nursing/rehab care. Have they been able to treat the cause-I'm sorry to be nosey, but was it an aneurysm? Makeup is prob the last thing on your mind right now, so don't worry about it. Wait until you can devote time and energy to it. My prayers are with you. |
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Sun Oct 29, 2006 4:36 pm |
thanks nomore...yes it was...stress(finicial\family) related..his MOM died 5 yrs ago due to anuerism...thanks for caring..prayers...can feel the difference in the air!! I am a believer in positive thoughts! THANKS ALL |
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Sun Oct 29, 2006 5:25 pm |
Hi sixtypassingforfortyfive - Ditto about MMU -- I'm 54 and I just started using Jane Iredale Pressed Base and it's great. It stays put, doesn't change color, and even though it's powder, doesn't make my skin look dry. But I also use a very emollient sunscreen which helps.
I could never stand wearing liquid foundation before (and didn't), but like betterat40 said, a brush (Taklon?) can make a huge difference if you prefer liquid. I use one for concealer.
BTW, I think nurses are angels on earth too! My older brother has cerebral palsy and is recovering in a nursing home after major gastric surgery and now some urinary issues. I always worried about how he'd fare being away from home in a hospital, etc. because he can't speak intelligibly due to the CP, and is paraplegic to boot. But my anxiety has been alleviated -- the nurses and other staff are so wonderful and knock themselves out for him.
I'll pray that your SO recovers well from his stroke. It'll take some time and effort, but God willing, with the help of medical professionals and therapy there's every reason to hope for a return to normal life. Good luck! And try to take care of yourself too. |
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Sun Oct 29, 2006 7:02 pm |
Hi Sixtypassingforfortyfive - Lise Watier puts out a nice antiaging foundation with argirilene in it...light textured and floats nicely on the skin - not like some others that dry out......Also: a speedy recovery to your SO - my dad suffered a stroke last August and it was devasting for everyone... his left side was affected (paralyzed) like your SO - my dad couldn't even lift his head....A year later he is walking and has almjost all of the use back in his left hand -so your SO can certainly recover! My thoughts are with you!!
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Sun Oct 29, 2006 7:48 pm |
Dear Sixtypassingforfortyfive, you and your S.O. are in my prayers. My DH had a stroke 7 years ago and made a full recovery. With his family history it has made us more vigilant about his health. Keep positive thoughts as much as possible as they have a tremendous impact on recoveries.
I, also, suggest MMU. I like Everyday Minerals. They're the best I've tried. |
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Sun Oct 29, 2006 8:46 pm |
I second what betterat40 said; use a foundation brush! I don't know HOW I ever applied liquid foundation worth a flip without one. The difference it makes is amazing. |
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Mon Oct 30, 2006 1:51 am |
Sixtypassingforfortyfive -- i've been following this thread as i'm still searching for the elusive HG foundation (i haven't found it so i can't comment on that). just wanted to send my best wishes and positive thoughts to you and your SO! |
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Mon Oct 30, 2006 2:15 am |
Best wishes Sixtypassingforfortyfive to you and your SO.
I don't know what I am talking about, but I read on some makeup artist threads that older skin should get light weight formulation and hydrating foundations, otherwise the foundation will settle into the fine lines. They also suggest that it should only be used where is needed, and to stick with more neutral shades in eye and lip makeup.
On the MMU front, alot of ppl here have been recommending Alima Cosmetics as the foundation does not contain mica and is light and can be fluffed rather than buffed on. Alima is discounting shipping at the moment as well! |
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Mon Oct 30, 2006 8:20 am |
I use Bobbi Brown Moisture Rich liquid foundation and I just love it. My skin is mature (57) and pretty dry, especially in winter and this foundation lasts all day and looks very natural. I like a dewy look so I use a cream blush on top and set it all with a mist. |
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Mon Oct 30, 2006 9:57 am |
[quote="Pudoodles"]Hi Sixtypassingforfortyfive - Lise Watier puts out a nice antiaging foundation with argirilene in it...light textured and floats nicely on the skin - not like some others that dry out......Also: a speedy recovery to your SO - my dad suffered a stroke last August and it was devasting for everyone... his left side was affected (paralyzed) like your SO - my dad couldn't even lift his head....A year later he is walking and has almjost all of the use back in his left hand -so your SO can certainly recover! My thoughts are with you!!
Pudoodles[/quote] WOW this really made my day..he is only 45(46 on 11/06)..so your words gave me MUCH hope thanks |
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Mon Oct 30, 2006 10:08 am |
didn't read about your s.o. until just now. Sending all sorts of healing energy your way. |
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Tue Oct 31, 2006 6:27 am |
[quote="nomoreneckpain"]60passingfor45, Have you thought about
trying mineral makeup for foundation. There is a bit of a learning curve but if you hit on the right color and formulation it's magic. I've been using mineral makeup(MMU) for almost a year and I love it, before that I used tinted moisturizers which sometimes were enough and other times not. There are lots of posts here on EDS about the application and brands of MMU. Good luck and welcome to the forum fyi- I'm 52 soon to be 53 on Halloween.[/quote] HAPPY BIRTHDAY NOMORE NECKPAIN ....Thanks for the advice..just ordered some from my new/old standby Aloette cosmetics..Ebay ladyzala..cannot wait to see results |
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