What's the best foundation and concealer for women over 60?

Hi All,

I'm over 60 and want to know what's the best foundation and concealer to use. Everything I use gets caught in the grooves of my lines and wrinkles and makes them stand out even more.

Editor's Note:

Hi there!

Oh, I know exactly what you mean! Sometimes foundation seems to make every little line on our face look more noticeable instead of giving us that smooth, fresh look we're hoping for.

I've found that as my skin has gotten older, how much foundation I use and how I apply it matters just as much as the product itself.

What kind of foundation works best for me?

Personally, I prefer a lightweight, moisturizing foundation or tinted moisturizer. Heavy, thick formulas tend to settle into my lines and make my skin look drier.

I still use regular foundation, but only a little. Sometimes I'll mix a small amount with my favorite moisturizer to sheer it out.

And instead of covering my entire face, I concentrate on areas where I have some uneven color, like around my nose and lower cheeks.

For the rest of my face, I often use a tinted moisturizer or tinted sunscreen. I like the more natural look, especially during the day.

Of course, there's nothing wrong with wearing foundation all over your face if that's what you prefer! The trick is finding a formula that feels comfortable and using thin layers rather than piling it on.

If you're not sure which one would work better for you, I explain the differences in my foundation vs. tinted moisturizer comparison.

What about concealer that settles into wrinkles?

This is where I really believe less is more.

I use just a tiny amount of concealer near the inner corners of my eyes, where I tend to have some bluish discoloration.

Before applying it, I make sure the skin is moisturized and give the moisturizer a chance to absorb.

Then I gently blend the concealer into the areas that actually need coverage.

I try not to put a lot of product directly over the fine lines under my eyes. Too much concealer can collect in those little creases and make them stand out even more.

If you do need coverage under your eyes, try a small amount of a creamy, flexible concealer instead of a thick, dry formula.

One application trick I really like

Have you ever tried applying your foundation with a paddle brush?

I like using one because it helps spread liquid foundation into a very thin layer without leaving a heavy coating on my face.

And that's exactly what I want now: a little coverage without making every wrinkle more obvious!

I explain how I use mine in my paddle foundation brush tutorial.

My biggest suggestion? Start with less foundation than you think you need. You can always add a little more where you want coverage.

And don't feel you need to spend a fortune. Sometimes changing your application technique makes a bigger difference than buying another expensive foundation!

Hope this helps!

Best,
Linda