I swear..... You get younger looking in every video.. Been watching your channel for about a year now. I just turned 51 and I've been using the Timeless products you've recomended, along with the Retin A, and I love the way my skin is looking. Thank you so much for doing what you do.🤗
Thank you for being so thorough in evaluating products. You seem very honest and unbiased. I consult your videos often before trying a new product. I appreciate the time and effort you put into your channel.
As someone approaching 50, I am so happy to have discovered this channel. Thank you for putting this together. I'm in the process of upgrading my makeup regime, so these videos are priceless in helping me decide what I should try and what I should bypass.
I have nothing in common with your foundation needs except we are close in age and have similar face shape and I still enjoy your foundation videos. Seriously they each deserve a standing ovation.
So happy to have found your channel! I'm a 38 yr old former sun worshiper & I'm starting to get the fine lines & wrinkles. There are so many talented gurus on here but I just can't pull off a lot of their looks. You're just as beautiful & I look forward to watching more tutorials from you 🤗💖
So nice to finally see someone, not in their 20's review makeup!! I just watched a video on a foundation, to hide wrinkles, that was done by someone in their early 20's. Seriously, not one wrinkle. But, can't see one wrinkle on your face, either. You are gorgeous!
LOL, I know what you mean about the perfect skinned 20-somethings complaining about wrinkles!! I do have my fair share of wrinkles, but Retin-A, nice lighting and RUclips make them less visible!
Wow Angie, I just watched one of your videos from the earlier days when you were 50 immediately followed by this video and what a difference!! You look so much lovelier now! You look younger, fresher, more luminous without being shiny and well rested. Notice that I didn't say your makeup looks beautiful? It does, but it doesn't scream makeup, it looks like you, but a more beautiful you, so all the work you have done has really been working. Thanks for your videos, they are inspiring and informative and I can't tell you how much I appreciate them.
Angie, I'm 45 and have been buying higher end foundations for about 5yrs. I just bought the Estee Double Wear.. game changer!! I look 10yrs younger!!! it never settles in my wrinkles!! Love your videos, thx for all the great reviews!
I really like the series of the foundation Friday’s! Trust your opinion and love that you use the foundations with different primers, no primers and different wear tests to find how they perform to all... thank you for all the investigations & sharing with us your faves!
I'm 73 and use Guerlain Meteorites Baby Glow light revealing sheer makeup, anti fatigue effect, with 25 SPF. Looks natural with a nice glow effect. Not in stores that I know of.It was under $50 and lasts a long time.
just wanted to say so happy to find your channel for older mature women since our skin is not the same as woman in her 20's..so refreshing you have a lot of video for me to wach and im looking forward to it😊your new subscriber
Hi Angie, I am 66 years old and have been watching a lot of your videos. I want to thank you for trying skin care products out for us. I have found your videos very helpful and plan on purchasing some of the skin care products. Keep up the good work !!
I'm 43 with combo skin and have been using 2 drug store foundations together. I don't recall if you have done reviews on them already...but thought I'd mention them. "Milani Conceal & Perfect" mixed equally with "L'Oreal True Match Lumi". It is my perfect long wear satin looking combo! I do set them with a translucent powder & Urban Decays All Nighter Setting Spray. I am menopausal (medically induced) and this is the only combo that holds up to hot flashes for me (for the most part). 😅😉
Thank you for this informative comparison. I too suffer from aging, oily, acne prone skin and the Chanel Foundation is the only one for me that lasts pretty much all day. It has been a game changer for me. Additionally it does not irritate my skin or create new breakouts with others I have tried. Thank you again for a wonderful educational video.
I ran out and bought Chanel Perfection Lumiere Velvet and I'm in love! Best foundation I have ever tried hands down! I didn't need primer or powder as you said and it stayed put all day! I will never stray from the foundation. Thank you Angie, I would have never found it if it hadn't been for you.
Thank you so much Angie! I am 51 and have been using your skincare + foundation routine for about a year and a half and my skin has never looked so good. I appreciate all you do!
Recently I found out that Smashbox foundation primer-pore minimizing and L'Oreal True Match Lumi foundation gave me 14 hrs wear with the beauty blender that was one of the best I ever got! I couldn't believe it didn't go into annoying pores and wrinkles! Tried again and again, and it was the same. It is not drying, light coverage (buildable), lots of shades to choose from. And just found out that they changed the packaging and formulation a bit:(
Again, perfect timing! I am recently noticing my foundation settling into my wrinkles and making the poor on my forehead huge. You are such an inspiration, thank you sincerely.
I always figured that foundations that women in their fifties and above love must be ones that are really good in general because they can't adhere to textured patches. I also think it's really awesome that you keep an ongoing list and I'm definitely going to head over and check that out! 👏🏻 🙌🏻
Angie you are the best! I’m only 33, but I started anti aging at 29... a lot of the products you have recommended have worked fantastic for me..thanks!
Totally hit the nail on the head with this list! I tried the Too Faced and KVD lock-it foundation on my mom who is in her 60s and they settled in, only making her look a lot older. I can't wait to try the Chanel
Tried the Chanel "velvet" foundation & I love it! I was hoping I would. The high end stuff is so expensive and I thank you for doing Foundation Fridays. Luckily your skin is similar to mine! Please keep doing what you do, we are watching!
Thank you, Angie! Again I would like to say that navigating the choices we face when it comes to choosing makeup is overwhelming, time consuming and expensive. It's mind boggling to even know where to begin sometimes. Most purchases wind up in the bottom of a drawer. I know all of us that follow your videos appreciate you helping us to narrow down our choices. There are just too many options now. Some days i miss the tiny selection we used to have at the corner drug store.
I always love your videos for mature skin, I'm 42 and a lot of videos on you tube the products they talk about don't work for my skin and it's so frustrating!!!! So thank you sooooo much!!!
Hi Angie! Thanks for this video. Perhaps you could make this into a short series. If you were to do a top 5 eyeshadow, you could concentrate on the formulations that look the best on mature eyelids, as opposed to color choices. How does everyone find out which products are being discontinued so quickly? I live outside the US half the year which makes keeping up to date with beauty products very difficult. Hence, I'm even more greatful for your channel!
your so pretty....I love how you describe skin type & what type of finish! My back at trying to find a foundation that I love, as almost 60 my skin has been changing and crazy so I appreciate your videos ♡
The foundation looks so pretty on you.. I'm amazed at how many choices we have whether drug store or high end...years ago there were few choices. I love makeup and watching the different video's. You can learn so much..I really enjoy your site.
Your analyses of products is amazing! I will be replacing my YSL Touché Éclat concealer with the Lancôme Effervescence. I had also researched CC creams and found IT cosmetics to be at the top. Thank you so much for helping us "ripened" gals to age beautifully!
Angie- great review! I can't wait to see your picks from the drugstore. I just found one I am loving and wanted to suggest you give it a look- Boots No. 7 Stay Perfect from Target. My 57 yr old skin is loving it.
I am sooo happy I found u! I had stopped wearing make-up a few years ago because no matter what I did, it was settling into wrinkles & pores. I'm medically retired, so I can't really afford to buy brand, after different brand, in the name of trying to find one that works (only to discover that it doesn't)! With that having been said, thank you, my dear, for trying them out for me; for spending your time, money, effort; for being so articulate & detailed; for putting so much thought into each review... and for decidedly becoming a youtube vlogger! Wanting to once again wear makeup, I am so very happy to have found you -- many thanks! -- You can consider this video upload as being "liked" by me, for sure, and subscribing all-too-happily as well! Cheers! (edit: corrected spelling errors)
Hi Angie! Thanks for being the "big sister" I never had. Haha! At 44yrs old it's great to have someone to turn to for make up & skin care advice on the regular. I have yet to try your HG Chanel foundation but I will the next time I hit the stores. I was wondering if you've had a chance to try Lancome's Teint Miracle, I couldn't find it in your vlog history. I get compliments on my skin almost every time I wear it which says a lot I suppose. I hope you find time in the future for a review. Thanks & take care
enjoyed your thoughts on Mature Skin foundations. I am 69 this year, and this profile pix was last years photo..I have always had ultra dry skin, and used Merle Norman cream foundations..since I was 15!! But now that we no longer have a studio in our town, I have been using IT Cosmetics, Bye Bye Foundation and it is great! I always use Laura Gellar's Spackle under all foundation and have fallen in love!! My dry skin now at my age, is worse than ever in the winter..so this combination is good for me! Thanks! I was a cosmetologist licensed in Kansas for 30 years, so have tried GOBS :)
Brenda Gilbert I’m 51 and also used Merle Norman and am curious what foundation you liked? I used cream to powder but don’t know if at my age I should be. Merle Normans the abs best
I just now found and subscribed to your channel and so glad I did! I'll be playing catch-up for awhile but keep your content comin for us "Hot&Flashy" gals. BTW, you AND your make-up look beautiful, hard to believe you have two kids in college!
Yay!!thank you for the upcoming drugstore foundation video..I use several but I do like the L'Oréal blur foundation and concealor...I do have mature skin so,again can't wait to see your top 5 thanx Angie
Doll whatever you are doing it's working. I thought you were in your early 40's when I subbed last week. 54 you look fantastic! I am so glad I found your channel!
Your vids are great! As a makeup artist I love that you're doing the work for me! I'm hooked on Beautycounter's Tint Skin foundation. Safe, moisturizing, great coverage - I use it on clients of all ages, but it really shines for women our age!
I know this is from last year so I will be checking your channel to see if there's a more recent one, but thank you so much for this video! I'm always looking to update my mom's makeup and you are the same age with a practically spot-on skin description to hers so this is incredibly helpful.
Hi Angie! I have been usung the Lancome 24 hr foundation. It is also oil free and transfer resistant and holds up to sweat and humidity and I believe it comes in lots of shades. It also does not settle into lines or look cakey or dry. I use with the Lancome Visionaire primer. I am 51 and very oily so this was a great find for me!
I LOVE that you've taken the time to help us older ladies!! Thank you so very much! Any tips for freckles? I have them all over my face, and really like them. Is there a good foundation that won't cover them up? Muah!
Angie! You are my saving Grace, single Mum on a budget so these tips help my budget! You look amazing I thought 48 y. I also find Estée Lauder colors a bit putty. I feel we have the same color pigment so it really narrows down the hit and miss. Thanks a trillion!
I have to say that I really enjoy your videos and look forward to Tuesdays and Fridays. They are unbiased and informative. Thank you!! I really want to try the Chanel but the Saphora or any other store for that matter in my little town/state doesn't carry it :-(
I am 53 and so happy to have found your channel! Happy to see It is on the list. I use Tarte Amazonian Clay but also like It CC Illumination. Going to watch all your videos. Any reviews of Strivectin? Currently using their retinol line
I love the It Cosmetics and the Lauder Double Wear Light! To me the It Cosmetics is a little too emollient for summertime wear, but I love it in the winter, especially if I'm skiing or outside all day. I were the Lauder all.year.round. It's fantastic. I also wear the original Double Wear but sometimes have to add a drop of oil to it because it can be drying. Haven't tried the Chanel but might have to grab a sample!
@Elizabeth Milligan- when you say the IT Cosmetics Foundation is too emollient, do you mean the powder or the liquid, or the CC cream? I'm interested in that line & appreciate any input from someone who has tried it, thanks☺
Just got my sample of Chanel "velvet"! Chanel doesn't mail samples, I had no retailers near me to pick up a sample. Another youtuber talked about Choix so I purchased a $5 sample from them. Can't wait to try it!
Love your channel!! Could you do a segment on waterproof makeup? I am a big winter sports person and wear waterproof sunblock, concealer, foundation, and mascara when I am skiing. Would love to find some great products!
Great recap Angie, your videos are very informative. Thanks for helping us aging "beauties" look as good as we can through life's journey💋😀. Was afraid the Chanel foundation would be too dry on my skin, but I must try a sample next time I'm at the Chanel counter!
What an excellent, thorough, hugely helpful video--thanks, Angie! I'm a little surprised you love the It Cosmetics CC+ since it's so heavily fragranced? Just started using it and while I like it, I still find the scent overbearing. Your "top 5" list gives me some great alternates! :)
I'm so glad I found your channel Angel, I have today received a trial tester for your holy grail foundation and it to is now my Holy grail foundation, thank you so much.
Thanks for this Angie, I have learned a lot from you, I am 56 and used to have the most easy and beautiful skin, but it has changed so much. I have a really oily t zone and a lot of redness, I bought the Bye Bye Redness, which I think is incredible, and will definitely purchase the IT CC Cream. Right now I'm using a very light layer of Maybelline Matt and Poreless with the Bye Bye Redness over it and it's working very well. I did not like Matt and Poreless at first, I was trying to cover my redness and of course put too much on and it was a disaster. This combo is working though! I can't wait to see your drugstore list. Thank You for being so informative and helpful.
Thank you Angie. I love your foundation videos. I purchased the Chanel Perfection Lumiere Velvet and love it. I do save it for special occasions. I have tried the It Cosmetics Your Skin But Better and found it too drying for my dry skin. It looked cakey regardless of how I used it. Just mentioning that so your viewers can determine whether or not to try it if they have dry skin. I love trying new foundations and never go to Sephora without picking up a few samples to try at home. Love your hair!Deborah
Thanks so much for your reviews! 💜 I've bookmarked your "Ranked List of Foundations" and am definitely going to be trying some you've ranked at the top...Still looking for my holy grail 😃
Love your videos Angie!! The Chanel Perfection Lumiere Velvet is also my holy grail and I have repurchased it many times. I have found that my most favorite primer to use with it is from Nars and is their Multi-Protect Primer Broad Spectrum SPF 30. I have it on auto-replenish from their website as I can never find it in stock at Sephora or Nordstrom online (don't have local stores) when I need it. I do not use a separate sunscreen.
You are awesome and I love💕 watching all your videos I learn so much from you. Thank you for doing all the hard work, research on all the products you tell us about. That really helps us out too. I have been getting most of or all of the skin care products you use. I have noticed a difference. Now I need a holy grail foundation so I will sample your top 5 and see if one could be my holy grail. You don't know how appreciative I am for this information. I take care of my mom around the clock and I can't leave to go and check out all these products so that is why I am so grateful. You have a nice weekend, Take Care and GOD BLESS YOU 😇😇
Hi, Angie, I'm 60 & I'm using the Chanel make-up after seeing your reviews of it and I look good in it! A little goes a long way and it's great with my combo skin. Can I just say it's really unfair to be breaking out and starting to have wrinkles at the same time!
OMG I have been looking for someone who does these make up videos who's actually my age LOL. I'm 56 and was also a sun worshipper in the 70s and 80s. I have all the resultant thermal damage plus the wrinkles that come with age. It's so good to see someone who's of a more mature age (not that the young ladies aren't adorable). I think I subbed about 2 minutes into your video :)
Oh my goodness- I Never would have guessed that you are in your 50s!! You look ten years younger than that. Obviously you take good care of yourself! I am about to turn 40 this month, so I was so happy to find you 🙂
Hi Angie, I was searching (or attempting to), but am not sure if you have/have not done a review on the Josie Maran Vibrancy Argan Oil Foundation? I'm really glad to have found your channel. Great to see the point of view of someone with more mature skin.
Would love it if you could also mention which are cruelty free options in your videos. I know you have recommended some here like It and Too Faced, even though you haven’t referred to them as such. It would be good to inform people who perhaps aren’t aware that there are fabulous cruelty free options they can chose, and it would also make it easier for us who do only buy cruelty free but want advise from someone who can recommend products for the more mature skin.
Thanks Angie I saved your list. My skin tends to be drier now that I'm older...I'm in my 50's. I tried the new Estée Lauder Double Wear Nude and I love it except that I'm not interested in using the sponge tip but I love the formula with a primer. I used a damp beauty blender and oh my gosh it was beautiful. It's light to medium coverage. I have a sample of the Estée Lauder Perfectionist formula, SPF 25 that I'm going to try next. I'll see if that one is just as nice because you get more product and no sponge tip. Have a great day.
Violet Skye I've tried all the Estée Lauder foundations and still prefer the original Double Wear because it is transfer proof, doesn't budge, I do not need to set it with any powders. So far, it's still my HG for long days at work.
Lisa C. Hi Lisa, will that foundation work with dryer more mature skin? Also I only want light to medium coverage. I thought that one was full coverage, no? I may give that one a try too if it's age friendly and not full coverage, thanks! 😊
Violet Skye Violet, I think with a good moisturizer, it will work fine. Also, a damp beauty blender will sheer it out for you. I would say it is medium coverage but can be built up if you use a foundation brush. I'm about Angie's shade and I like the shade Rattan. It appears very yellow, initially, but it sheers out well and hides my redness. This brand had a large shade range for cool, neutral, and warm skin tones. Macy's, Nordstrom or Dillards give out generous samples to try out, first. Let us know what you think!
Thank you for the list. I've been looking for foundations that don't settle in my lines. Ugh it's been so hard to find. I will try these on the list. Thanks again!
Thanks, Angie! My top 5 are Too Faced Born this Way, Kat Von D, Giorgio Armani Luminous Silk, Stila Aqua Glow and Maybelline Age Rewind Makeup Treatment.
I’m new to your channel and I hope I can find videos with these foundations on your skin! I’m also going to look for you talking about top primers for mature skin-I’m struggling !
I'm 55 with skin similar to yours. I love the Tarte Amazonian Clay foundation and also from the drugstore the Covergirl 3 in One Stay Fabulous. You've got me wanting to try the Chanel tho!
Angie- Thank you so much for all your testing and advice. So appreciated! I really admire the various lipcolors you wear in your videos. Do you know your color season? (spring/summer/fall or winter?) I'm a warm spring and want to try some of your lipcolors you've sported, but not sure if they would compliment my skin tone.
Great review as always, Angie. Your videos are so relaxing to watch...and so relatable as we are the same age. (and neighbors too! I'm originally from MA and now in Southern NH) Even though my skin is dry, (even more so with the change of weather) I also love IT Cosmetics CC+ - I get the kind with the added glow. :) I feel like a Holy Grail foundation is always just within my grasp and then something ends up not quite right... one I've stuck with is Illuminaire's mineral liquid foundation...beautiful product for my skin...(I use the moisturizing formula) have you tried that one? Other foundations that are not too bad for my skin - L'Oreal Pro Glo, Bourjois Serum, Laura Mercier Candlelit Glow (very little coverage), I tried Josie Maran's Vibrancy - but even for this dry skinned gal it was a little TOO glowy! :) One I still want to try is GA's Luminous Silk. The reviews are just so good for that one. I appreciate your reviews so much and your skin look gorgeous!
Thank you for compiling this list. I'm 51 and like Lancome Renergie, IT Your Skin But Better CC Airbrush Powder, Revlon Colorstay Whipped, and Estee Lauder Doublewear. I'm starting to move away from the matte formulas and am happier with a slightly dewier formula. A recent disappointment was Too Faced Born This Way which made me look like the crypt keeper. Unlike you, I liked the Covergirl/Olay liquid foundation though I couldn't find the right shade.
Hi Angie! I was so glad when I saw this topic. I have been trying to find a good foundation for my skin, for months. I went to Sephora yesterday, and the Foundation that they suggested that I should try, was "Too Faced ~ Born This Way". I hadn't used it yet, but came across your video last night from when you tried Born This Way. I was excited to try it this morning, and I had the exact same issues with it that you did. It settled into pores and wrinkles. So funny that it caused these issues that don't look so great, but it really does have a nice look and feel to it. You had mentioned that it works pretty well with a good primer. Do you have a good primer to recommend so I can give this another try?
I REALLY enjoyed this video...I am 48 and looking to try a new foundation...I am willing to invest in a good product and this video was very well put together...definitely going for the "Holy Grail" with Chanel. Thank you much for all the good information.
I have enjoyed this video because I have been forced to look for a new foundation. I have always had very dry skin, which now, in my 50s, makes it even more important to have a great hydrating / anti-ageing+ foundation because my skin just drinks up anything I put on it. I used Elizabeth Arden Ceramide Lift and Firm for years because my skin loved the creamy texture of it. However, over a year ago I could not find the lightest shade, ivory #01, anymore. I am very fair skinned and it is difficult for me to find a good color match because of that, especially for winter months. Come to find out they had discontinued my color. I have been on a search since and all I have done is end up with a variety of different foundation that I am not as happy with. I am going to try some of these based on your evaluations of them. Thank you so much!
Thank you so much for this video. Am 55 and so grateful that there are mature vloggers addressing our major concerns. Very much appreciated! :)
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I swear..... You get younger looking in every video.. Been watching your channel for about a year now. I just turned 51 and I've been using the Timeless products you've recomended, along with the Retin A, and I love the way my skin is looking. Thank you so much for doing what you do.🤗
Great to hear your skin is responding well to the products!! xo ~angie
Thank you for being so thorough in evaluating products. You seem very honest and unbiased. I consult your videos often before trying a new product. I appreciate the time and effort you put into your channel.
As someone approaching 50, I am so happy to have discovered this channel. Thank you for putting this together. I'm in the process of upgrading my makeup regime, so these videos are priceless in helping me decide what I should try and what I should bypass.
I have nothing in common with your foundation needs except we are close in age and have similar face shape and I still enjoy your foundation videos. Seriously they each deserve a standing ovation.
So happy to have found your channel! I'm a 38 yr old former sun worshiper & I'm starting to get the fine lines & wrinkles. There are so many talented gurus on here but I just can't pull off a lot of their looks. You're just as beautiful & I look forward to watching more tutorials from you 🤗💖
I love that you review products for the over 40 crowd and that you get straight to the point!
So nice to finally see someone, not in their 20's review makeup!! I just watched a video on a foundation, to hide wrinkles, that was done by someone in their early 20's. Seriously, not one wrinkle. But, can't see one wrinkle on your face, either. You are gorgeous!
LOL, I know what you mean about the perfect skinned 20-somethings complaining about wrinkles!! I do have my fair share of wrinkles, but Retin-A, nice lighting and RUclips make them less visible!
Wow Angie, I just watched one of your videos from the earlier days when you were 50 immediately followed by this video and what a difference!! You look so much lovelier now! You look younger, fresher, more luminous without being shiny and well rested. Notice that I didn't say your makeup looks beautiful? It does, but it doesn't scream makeup, it looks like you, but a more beautiful you, so all the work you have done has really been working. Thanks for your videos, they are inspiring and informative and I can't tell you how much I appreciate them.
Angie, I'm 45 and have been buying higher end foundations for about 5yrs. I just bought the Estee Double Wear.. game changer!! I look 10yrs younger!!! it never settles in my wrinkles!! Love your videos, thx for all the great reviews!
I really like the series of the foundation Friday’s! Trust your opinion and love that you use the foundations with different primers, no primers and different wear tests to find how they perform to all... thank you for all the investigations & sharing with us your faves!
Your videos are always classy, intelligent, informative & so helpful! You are by far the most thorough product tester in all of RUclips land!
I'm 73 and use Guerlain Meteorites Baby Glow light revealing sheer makeup, anti fatigue effect, with 25 SPF. Looks natural with a nice glow effect. Not in stores that I know of.It was under $50 and lasts a long time.
So where did you buy it?
just wanted to say so happy to find your channel for older mature women since our skin is not the same as woman in her 20's..so refreshing you have a lot of video for me to wach and im looking forward to it😊your new subscriber
Hi Angie, I am 66 years old and have been watching a lot of your videos. I want to thank you for trying skin care products out for us. I have found your videos very helpful and plan on purchasing some of the skin care products. Keep up the good work !!
I'm 43 with combo skin and have been using 2 drug store foundations together. I don't recall if you have done reviews on them already...but thought I'd mention them. "Milani Conceal & Perfect" mixed equally with "L'Oreal True Match Lumi". It is my perfect long wear satin looking combo! I do set them with a translucent powder & Urban Decays All Nighter Setting Spray. I am menopausal (medically induced) and this is the only combo that holds up to hot flashes for me (for the most part). 😅😉
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Thank you for this informative comparison. I too suffer from aging, oily, acne prone skin and the Chanel Foundation is the only one for me that lasts pretty much all day. It has been a game changer for me. Additionally it does not irritate my skin or create new breakouts with others I have tried. Thank you again for a wonderful educational video.
I ran out and bought Chanel Perfection Lumiere Velvet and I'm in love! Best foundation I have ever tried hands down! I didn't need primer or powder as you said and it stayed put all day! I will never stray from the foundation. Thank you Angie, I would have never found it if it hadn't been for you.
That's awesome, I'm so happy you like it too!!
Thank you so much Angie! I am 51 and have been using your skincare + foundation routine for about a year and a half and my skin has never looked so good. I appreciate all you do!
Recently I found out that Smashbox foundation primer-pore minimizing and L'Oreal True Match Lumi foundation gave me 14 hrs wear with the beauty blender that was one of the best I ever got! I couldn't believe it didn't go into annoying pores and wrinkles! Tried again and again, and it was the same. It is not drying, light coverage (buildable), lots of shades to choose from. And just found out that they changed the packaging and formulation a bit:(
Again, perfect timing! I am recently noticing my foundation settling into my wrinkles and making the poor on my forehead huge. You are such an inspiration, thank you sincerely.
I always figured that foundations that women in their fifties and above love must be ones that are really good in general because they can't adhere to textured patches. I also think it's really awesome that you keep an ongoing list and I'm definitely going to head over and check that out! 👏🏻 🙌🏻
So happy to have stumbled across your station. Can't wait to review!
Angie you are the best! I’m only 33, but I started anti aging at 29... a lot of the products you have recommended have worked fantastic for me..thanks!
I love your foundation reviews I'm 39 but have dry skin and it's hard to find a foundation that doesn't show all the flaws. You look amazing!
Totally hit the nail on the head with this list! I tried the Too Faced and KVD lock-it foundation on my mom who is in her 60s and they settled in, only making her look a lot older. I can't wait to try the Chanel
Tried the Chanel "velvet" foundation & I love it! I was hoping I would. The high end stuff is so expensive and I thank you for doing Foundation Fridays. Luckily your skin is similar to mine! Please keep doing what you do, we are watching!
Thank you, Angie! Again I would like to say that navigating the choices we face when it comes to choosing makeup is overwhelming, time consuming and expensive. It's mind boggling to even know where to begin sometimes. Most purchases wind up in the bottom of a drawer. I know all of us that follow your videos appreciate you helping us to narrow down our choices. There are just too many options now. Some days i miss the tiny selection we used to have at the corner drug store.
I always love your videos for mature skin, I'm 42 and a lot of videos on you tube the products they talk about don't work for my skin and it's so frustrating!!!! So thank you sooooo much!!!
I look forward to Fridays even more now with your Friday Foundation videos. love it!
Thanks for all the hard work! I've been going back and forth over your vlog for years and love your in depth reporting!
Angie, as always, thx for taking the time to review these foundations for us! It's a big help, truly😘
Hi Angie! Thanks for this video. Perhaps you could make this into a short series. If you were to do a top 5 eyeshadow, you could concentrate on the formulations that look the best on mature eyelids, as opposed to color choices. How does everyone find out which products are being discontinued so quickly? I live outside the US half the year which makes keeping up to date with beauty products very difficult. Hence, I'm even more greatful for your channel!
your so pretty....I love how you describe skin type & what type of finish! My back at trying to find a foundation that I love, as almost 60 my skin has been changing and crazy so I appreciate your videos ♡
Angie~I'd love to see a top 5 drugstore primer for mature skin ?! And top 5 concealor for mature skin as well ....much appreciated
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Me too. I can’t afford these prices!
I would as well but i have a problem with it sinks into my pores
The foundation looks so pretty on you.. I'm amazed at how many choices we have whether drug store or high end...years ago there were few choices. I love makeup and watching the different video's. You can learn so much..I really enjoy your site.
Thanks Angie for your support. Your vlogs are very useful. A pretty and honest person I enjoy all your blogs.
Your analyses of products is amazing! I will be replacing my YSL Touché Éclat concealer with the Lancôme Effervescence. I had also researched CC creams and found IT cosmetics to be at the top. Thank you so much for helping us "ripened" gals to age beautifully!
Thanks Angie!!! I tried the double wear light because of this video and it is my new holy grail!!! Perfect for everyday!
Angie- great review! I can't wait to see your picks from the drugstore. I just found one I am loving and wanted to suggest you give it a look- Boots No. 7 Stay Perfect from Target. My 57 yr old skin is loving it.
You are always so informative and professional and I appreciate that so much!
I am sooo happy I found u! I had stopped wearing make-up a few years ago because no matter what I did, it was settling into wrinkles & pores. I'm medically retired, so I can't really afford to buy brand, after different brand, in the name of trying to find one that works (only to discover that it doesn't)! With that having been said, thank you, my dear, for trying them out for me; for spending your time, money, effort; for being so articulate & detailed; for putting so much thought into each review... and for decidedly becoming a youtube vlogger! Wanting to once again wear makeup, I am so very happy to have found you -- many thanks! -- You can consider this video upload as being "liked" by me, for sure, and subscribing all-too-happily as well! Cheers!
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Hi Angie! Thanks for being the "big sister" I never had. Haha! At 44yrs old it's great to have someone to turn to for make up & skin care advice on the regular. I have yet to try your HG Chanel foundation but I will the next time I hit the stores. I was wondering if you've had a chance to try Lancome's Teint Miracle, I couldn't find it in your vlog history. I get compliments on my skin almost every time I wear it which says a lot I suppose. I hope you find time in the future for a review. Thanks & take care
enjoyed your thoughts on Mature Skin foundations. I am 69 this year, and this profile pix was last years photo..I have always had ultra dry skin, and used Merle Norman cream foundations..since I was 15!! But now that we no longer have a studio in our town, I have been using IT Cosmetics, Bye Bye Foundation and it is great! I always use Laura Gellar's Spackle under all foundation and have fallen in love!! My dry skin now at my age, is worse than ever in the winter..so this combination is good for me! Thanks! I was a cosmetologist licensed in Kansas for 30 years, so have tried GOBS :)
Brenda Gilbert I’m 51 and also used Merle Norman and am curious what foundation you liked? I used cream to powder but don’t know if at my age I should be. Merle Normans the abs best
I just now found and subscribed to your channel and so glad I did! I'll be playing catch-up for awhile but keep your content comin for us "Hot&Flashy" gals. BTW, you AND your make-up look beautiful, hard to believe you have two kids in college!
Yay!!thank you for the upcoming drugstore foundation video..I use several but I do like the L'Oréal blur foundation and concealor...I do have mature skin so,again can't wait to see your top 5 thanx Angie
So happy I found your channel!!! Your so amazing!! Love all your videos, so helpful, informative and real!! Watch you all the time💜
Doll whatever you are doing it's working. I thought you were in your early 40's when I subbed last week. 54 you look fantastic! I am so glad I found your channel!
Your vids are great! As a makeup artist I love that you're doing the work for me! I'm hooked on Beautycounter's Tint Skin foundation. Safe, moisturizing, great coverage - I use it on clients of all ages, but it really shines for women our age!
I know this is from last year so I will be checking your channel to see if there's a more recent one, but thank you so much for this video! I'm always looking to update my mom's makeup and you are the same age with a practically spot-on skin description to hers so this is incredibly helpful.
From one Angie to another, thanks for another great video! Enjoyed it and can't wait for the drugstore equivalent. Have a great weekend! Angie A.
The IT CC cream is one of my favorites of all time!
Hi Angie! I have been usung the Lancome 24 hr foundation. It is also oil free and transfer resistant and holds up to sweat and humidity and I believe it comes in lots of shades. It also does not settle into lines or look cakey or dry. I use with the Lancome Visionaire primer. I am 51 and very oily so this was a great find for me!
I LOVE that you've taken the time to help us older ladies!! Thank you so very much! Any tips for freckles? I have them all over my face, and really like them. Is there a good foundation that won't cover them up? Muah!
Angie! You are my saving Grace, single Mum on a budget so these tips help my budget! You look amazing I thought 48 y. I also find Estée Lauder colors a bit putty. I feel we have the same color pigment so it really narrows down the hit and miss. Thanks a trillion!
I have to say that I really enjoy your videos and look forward to Tuesdays and Fridays. They are unbiased and informative. Thank you!! I really want to try the Chanel but the Saphora or any other store for that matter in my little town/state doesn't carry it :-(
I am 53 and so happy to have found your channel! Happy to see It is on the list. I use Tarte Amazonian Clay but also like It CC Illumination. Going to watch all your videos. Any reviews of Strivectin? Currently using their retinol line
I love the It Cosmetics and the Lauder Double Wear Light! To me the It Cosmetics is a little too emollient for summertime wear, but I love it in the winter, especially if I'm skiing or outside all day. I were the Lauder all.year.round. It's fantastic. I also wear the original Double Wear but sometimes have to add a drop of oil to it because it can be drying. Haven't tried the Chanel but might have to grab a sample!
@Elizabeth Milligan- when you say the IT Cosmetics Foundation is too emollient, do you mean the powder or the liquid, or the CC cream? I'm interested in that line & appreciate any input from someone who has tried it, thanks☺
Angie- you are the best! Thank you for putting The List together! I always look forward to your videos😀
Just got my sample of Chanel "velvet"! Chanel doesn't mail samples, I had no retailers near me to pick up a sample. Another youtuber talked about Choix so I purchased a $5 sample from them. Can't wait to try it!
These summarized videos are so helpful. Thank you!
Love your channel!! Could you do a segment on waterproof makeup? I am a big winter sports person and wear waterproof sunblock, concealer, foundation, and mascara when I am skiing. Would love to find some great products!
Great recap Angie, your videos are very informative. Thanks for helping us aging "beauties" look as good as we can through life's journey💋😀. Was afraid the Chanel foundation would be too dry on my skin, but I must try a sample next time I'm at the Chanel counter!
What an excellent, thorough, hugely helpful video--thanks, Angie! I'm a little surprised you love the It Cosmetics CC+ since it's so heavily fragranced? Just started using it and while I like it, I still find the scent overbearing. Your "top 5" list gives me some great alternates! :)
I'm so glad I found your channel Angel, I have today received a trial tester for your holy grail foundation and it to is now my Holy grail foundation, thank you so much.
Thanks for this Angie, I have learned a lot from you, I am 56 and used to have the most easy and beautiful skin, but it has changed so much. I have a really oily t zone and a lot of redness, I bought the Bye Bye Redness, which I think is incredible, and will definitely purchase the IT CC Cream. Right now I'm using a very light layer of Maybelline Matt and Poreless with the Bye Bye Redness over it and it's working very well. I did not like Matt and Poreless at first, I was trying to cover my redness and of course put too much on and it was a disaster. This combo is working though! I can't wait to see your drugstore list. Thank You for being so informative and helpful.
Another great video and always look forward to your posts. Have a great weekend!
Thank you Angie. I love your foundation videos. I purchased the Chanel Perfection Lumiere Velvet and love it. I do save it for special occasions. I have tried the It Cosmetics Your Skin But Better and found it too drying for my dry skin. It looked cakey regardless of how I used it. Just mentioning that so your viewers can determine whether or not to try it if they have dry skin. I love trying new foundations and never go to Sephora without picking up a few samples to try at home. Love your hair!Deborah
Thank you for your videos! I always check in with you before buying makeup and skin care.
Thanks so much for your reviews! 💜 I've bookmarked your "Ranked List of Foundations" and am definitely going to be trying some you've ranked at the top...Still looking for my holy grail 😃
Love your videos Angie!!
The Chanel Perfection Lumiere Velvet is also my holy grail and I have repurchased it many times.
I have found that my most favorite primer to use with it is from Nars and is their Multi-Protect Primer Broad Spectrum SPF 30. I have it on auto-replenish from their website as I can never find it in stock at Sephora or Nordstrom online (don't have local stores) when I need it.
I do not use a separate sunscreen.
You are awesome and I love💕 watching all your videos I learn so much from you. Thank you for doing all the hard work, research on all the products you tell us about. That really helps us out too. I have been getting most of or all of the skin care products you use. I have noticed a difference. Now I need a holy grail foundation so I will sample your top 5 and see if one could be my holy grail. You don't know how appreciative I am for this information. I take care of my mom around the clock and I can't leave to go and check out all these products so that is why I am so grateful.
You have a nice weekend, Take Care and GOD BLESS YOU 😇😇
Hi, Angie, I'm 60 & I'm using the Chanel make-up after seeing your reviews of it and I look good in it! A little goes a long way and it's great with my combo skin. Can I just say it's really unfair to be breaking out and starting to have wrinkles at the same time!
OMG I have been looking for someone who does these make up videos who's actually my age LOL. I'm 56 and was also a sun worshipper in the 70s and 80s. I have all the resultant thermal damage plus the wrinkles that come with age. It's so good to see someone who's of a more mature age (not that the young ladies aren't adorable). I think I subbed about 2 minutes into your video :)
Thanks for subbing!! xo
Im only 22 years old but I love your honest reviews and really appreciate your videos! Learned so much thanks sending love from NJ xo
Oh my goodness- I Never would have guessed that you are in your 50s!! You look ten years younger than that. Obviously you take good care of yourself! I am about to turn 40 this month, so I was so happy to find you 🙂
Hi Angie, I was searching (or attempting to), but am not sure if you have/have not done a review on the Josie Maran Vibrancy Argan Oil Foundation? I'm really glad to have found your channel. Great to see the point of view of someone with more mature skin.
You are so beautiful, Angie! I have purchased foundation based on your recommendations. Keep up the great work. We love you!!
I have been waiting for this video! Loved it!
Wow! Thanks for testing all of these products for us. You are lovely. PS: I've been using the IT CC+ cream with good success.
Would love it if you could also mention which are cruelty free options in your videos. I know you have recommended some here like It and Too Faced, even though you haven’t referred to them as such. It would be good to inform people who perhaps aren’t aware that there are fabulous cruelty free options they can chose, and it would also make it easier for us who do only buy cruelty free but want advise from someone who can recommend products for the more mature skin.
Thanks for this list - it cosmetics is a personal favorite. Will you continue the series as new foundations come out?
Thanks Angie I saved your list. My skin tends to be drier now that I'm older...I'm in my 50's. I tried the new Estée Lauder Double Wear Nude and I love it except that I'm not interested in using the sponge tip but I love the formula with a primer. I used a damp beauty blender and oh my gosh it was beautiful. It's light to medium coverage. I have a sample of the Estée Lauder Perfectionist formula, SPF 25 that I'm going to try next. I'll see if that one is just as nice because you get more product and no sponge tip. Have a great day.
I've been wanting to try both!
Violet Skye I've tried all the Estée Lauder foundations and still prefer the original Double Wear because it is transfer proof, doesn't budge, I do not need to set it with any powders. So far, it's still my HG for long days at work.
Lisa C. Hi Lisa, will that foundation work with dryer more mature skin? Also I only want light to medium coverage. I thought that one was full coverage, no? I may give that one a try too if it's age friendly and not full coverage, thanks! 😊
Violet Skye Violet, I think with a good moisturizer, it will work fine. Also, a damp beauty blender will sheer it out for you. I would say it is medium coverage but can be built up if you use a foundation brush. I'm about Angie's shade and I like the shade Rattan. It appears very yellow, initially, but it sheers out well and hides my redness. This brand had a large shade range for cool, neutral, and warm skin tones. Macy's, Nordstrom or Dillards give out generous samples to try out, first. Let us know what you think!
Lisa C. I always wanted to know if it would work for dry skin. Everyone loves it but they never had dry skin. I have to remember to get some samples.
Thank you so much Angie 😊 I do so agree with you about the little black bottle from Chanel. My favourite foundation ever!
Thank you for the list. I've been looking for foundations that don't settle in my lines. Ugh it's been so hard to find. I will try these on the list. Thanks again!
Thanks, Angie! My top 5 are Too Faced Born this Way, Kat Von D, Giorgio Armani Luminous Silk, Stila Aqua Glow and Maybelline Age Rewind Makeup Treatment.
Oops! And Dior Airflash! I know, that's 6!
Hi Angie, I love watching all your videos, there so informative and to the point. Great work" keep em coming"
I’m new to your channel and I hope I can find videos with these foundations on your skin! I’m also going to look for you talking about top primers for mature skin-I’m struggling !
I just discovered Estee Lauder Perfectionist and I am loving it. It has been wonderful for my 54 year old skin. Enjoy your channel!!
I know it's been 3 years, but I just got this today and I love it! I'm 56 and have been a Double Wear devotee for years but this is a nice change.
Charlotte Tilbury serum foundation works great for skin over 40! It's a bit pricey but works wonders.
Good heavens Angie ..... you look stunning! thank you for all that you do for us ladies!
I'm 55 with skin similar to yours. I love the Tarte Amazonian Clay foundation and also from the drugstore the Covergirl 3 in One Stay Fabulous. You've got me wanting to try the Chanel tho!
Angie- Thank you so much for all your testing and advice. So appreciated! I really admire the various lipcolors you wear in your videos. Do you know your color season? (spring/summer/fall or winter?) I'm a warm spring and want to try some of your lipcolors you've sported, but not sure if they would compliment my skin tone.
Great review as always, Angie. Your videos are so relaxing to watch...and so relatable as we are the same age. (and neighbors too! I'm originally from MA and now in Southern NH) Even though my skin is dry, (even more so with the change of weather) I also love IT Cosmetics CC+ - I get the kind with the added glow. :) I feel like a Holy Grail foundation is always just within my grasp and then something ends up not quite right... one I've stuck with is Illuminaire's mineral liquid foundation...beautiful product for my skin...(I use the moisturizing formula) have you tried that one? Other foundations that are not too bad for my skin - L'Oreal Pro Glo, Bourjois Serum, Laura Mercier Candlelit Glow (very little coverage), I tried Josie Maran's Vibrancy - but even for this dry skinned gal it was a little TOO glowy! :) One I still want to try is GA's Luminous Silk. The reviews are just so good for that one. I appreciate your reviews so much and your skin look gorgeous!
Thank you for compiling this list. I'm 51 and like Lancome Renergie, IT Your Skin But Better CC Airbrush Powder, Revlon Colorstay Whipped, and Estee Lauder Doublewear. I'm starting to move away from the matte formulas and am happier with a slightly dewier formula. A recent disappointment was Too Faced Born This Way which made me look like the crypt keeper. Unlike you, I liked the Covergirl/Olay liquid foundation though I couldn't find the right shade.
Love all your videos, thorough & organized. If you have the time, kindly evaluate Isadora foundations. Thankie🌸
Hi Angie! I was so glad when I saw this topic. I have been trying to find a good foundation for my skin, for months. I went to Sephora yesterday, and the Foundation that they suggested that I should try, was "Too Faced ~ Born This Way". I hadn't used it yet, but came across your video last night from when you tried Born This Way. I was excited to try it this morning, and I had the exact same issues with it that you did. It settled into pores and wrinkles. So funny that it caused these issues that don't look so great, but it really does have a nice look and feel to it. You had mentioned that it works pretty well with a good primer. Do you have a good primer to recommend so I can give this another try?
I REALLY enjoyed this video...I am 48 and looking to try a new foundation...I am willing to invest in a good product and this video was very well put together...definitely going for the "Holy Grail" with Chanel. Thank you much for all the good information.
I have enjoyed this video because I have been forced to look for a new foundation. I have always had very dry skin, which now, in my 50s, makes it even more important to have a great hydrating / anti-ageing+ foundation because my skin just drinks up anything I put on it. I used Elizabeth Arden Ceramide Lift and Firm for years because my skin loved the creamy texture of it. However, over a year ago I could not find the lightest shade, ivory #01, anymore. I am very fair skinned and it is difficult for me to find a good color match because of that, especially for winter months. Come to find out they had discontinued my color. I have been on a search since and all I have done is end up with a variety of different foundation that I am not as happy with. I am going to try some of these based on your evaluations of them. Thank you so much!
I spent hundreds looking for the next best thing, then I go back to my IT Cosmetics and sure enough it's perfection each and every time lol