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Makeup for Older Women

Don't listen to the anti-aging hype. Makeup for women over 60 isn't for looking younger. It's about looking and feeling your best. Find the best makeup for mature skin. Get makeup tips for older women from a professional makeup artist. If you have a makeup question, we have the answer!

6 years ago

The Art of Subtle Makeup for Older Women – You Are Already Beautiful! (Plus My Favorite Products!)

You don’t have to apply lots of makeup to ensure you look good. Releasing your inner beauty is about applying the right touches to enhance your natural glow, as Margaret Manning shows us in her latest YouTube video, with the help of some new makeup for older women from Ariane Poole. Read More

6 years ago

Forget the Anti-Aging BS! Makeup for Women Over 50 is About Looking and Feeling Your Best! (Video)

For many women over 50, makeup is either an attempt to look younger or something to be ignored altogether. Just think of the many advertisements targeting women with promises to “restore younger looking skin,” “fight the signs of aging,” and so on. Read More

6 years ago

Makeup for Women Over 50 Is *NOT* About Looking Younger!

Many women stop using makeup after 50 because they realize no product can rewind time. But is that the real purpose of makeup? Join us in conversation with makeup artist Ariane Poole who shares her view of why makeup is important. Enjoy the show! Read More

6 years ago

6 Interesting Focus Group Findings and How They Relate to the Ageism in the Beauty Industry

My husband will never understand how I can sit in front of the computer for hours at a time watching YouTube makeup videos. But as a makeup artist who specializes in working with women over 55, I find the product reviews offered by YouTubers to be helpful. Read More

6 years ago

How to Find the Blush and Lipstick Colors That Will Make You Look Radiant in Your 60s

Once you have discovered the undertone of your skin, you are ready to go in search of the lipstick and blush color – or colors! – that will brighten your complexion, enhance your whole appearance and possibly become life-long favorites or “signature” looks. Read More

6 years ago

Eye Makeup for Older Women: How to Avoid the Painted Lady Look

Age has never stopped us from wearing eye makeup. But do we know how to apply it so that it flatters our mature skin? Join us in conversation with professional makeup artist Ariane Poole, who has some exciting new techniques to share. Enjoy the show! Read More

6 years ago

Makeup for Older Women: Margaret and Ariane’s Favorites and a Few Surprises!

Shopping at the store around the corner, or at a place on the other side of the planet may reveal some great new products, and that’s always good for enhancing our own self-esteem. Join us to find some of Margaret and Ariane’s new favorites! Enjoy the show! Read More

6 years ago

Makeup for Older Women: Are Expensive Products Really Better?

Makeup can be really expensive, especially if you look at the high end brands. But is it really worth it to spend so much on a single product? Join us in discussion with professional makeup artist Ariane Poole who has some great advice to share. Enjoy the show! Read More

6 years ago

Grey Hair? Don’t Care! Makeup Tips for Gals Gone Grey!

Women over 60 today are not confined to polyester pants and orthopedic shoes so why should we settle for anything less than the freshest look for our makeup? Style specialist and author Penelope Whiteley has some creative tips for women over 60 looking to liven up their makeup routine while embracing their crowns of grey. Enjoy the conversation!
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6 years ago

Makeup for Mature Women: The Delicate Art of Combining Makeup and Sunscreen

What do we know about sunscreen, and how should we properly apply it in combination with other products? Join us in discussion with makeup professional Ariane Poole who has some great tips to share. Enjoy the show! Read More