I'm in my 40s, here what worked for me: collagen powder every day, retinoid, try to lose weight slowly to avoid skin sagginess, eat healthy and avoid food that increase inflammation, not wearing makeup all the time, avoid the sun, be happy and avoid tension and stress.
Speaking of powder needing to be used in little amounts as you age, that L’Oréal True Match Super Blendable powder is as good as all the high end holy grail viral trendy powders at 1/4 the price. I am shocked this hasn’t been used more on the beauty channels. I absolutely love the Rimmel Stay Matte because it does not look or feel heavy, show as powder no matter the amount you use, but this L’Oréal provides a little more coverage, without looking like you’ve powdered and it also helps blur and give a smooth appearance to the skin so you look airbrushed. The square compact is the one I’m talking about, not the circular one. If you’ve not yet tried it, I highly recommend grabbing one, and the shade range isn’t too shabby either.
I'm not 40 yet but I love your channel ❤️ I'm here for the education you bring Marlena Greatly appreciated! since turning 34 I can't just wear anything like before ❤😊
@@Tia82377agreed, I’m 47 and wish I could tell my 30 year old self some things including tret & daily sunblock. It’s not bad without but could be better!
That contour isn’t blending well and is more patchy and harsh because you laid that powder down first. I’d powder after all the liquid and creams or you will end up having to go back over it after applying a facial mist or going back over it with a beauty sponge. Save yourself the hassle and just wait to powder your face. Even if you don’t think you’ve powdered the area you are adding liquid or cream products to, it will have some in areas and lock down the liquid or cream before you even get a good chance to blend it all out perfectly. It never hurts to wait to powder.
I agree. Contour and blush. Powder hangs on to the cream more in some areas making it harder to disperse and blend. That is why pros have always said use powder products last. Ever since Patrick Tah came out with the blush duos, and recommended using the cream after the powder blush, people have thought that works for every formula. Blame Patrick😂
drinking alcohol ages women fast. I first noticed about 5 yrs ago when I quit for a yr. The before and after pics were pretty hard to look at. its been 3 yrs with no alcohol and my skin, my energy and my decision making processes are better than ever. most of the gals on youtube or in entertainment have a worn out, often swollen look if they drink booze or wine.
Marlena was my first makeup guru on YT .... many , many years ago - I don't even know - 12 years ago ? :))) I learned so much , found out I had hooded eyes , bought my first brush , etc. :D Still amazing lessons !
It is because of you that I want to wear makeup more often! I struggle with health issues, so I can go weeks without wearing any makeup, but I have stepped up my skincare game a lot. One step I do add after I apply primer, foundation and concealer is adding setting spray before powder. I let it dry completely, then use the tiniest amount of powder!
I don’t ever think lining the eyes makes them look bigger. You saw a noticeable difference after lining one upper and lower ve the other even with just the top lined and the upper and lower lined one looked very much smaller and not as opened.
I am 56 and have been watching you for years and I still learn so much from you. You are the BEST makeup teacher. If you ever need a mature women in H-town for a model, a guinea pig or whatever...I am your girl :) lol
Such a beautiful person you are inside and out. You have been my go to influencer/ beauty consultant that I watch continuously. Thank you for all you do
She's has filler, Botox, and surgery. U can't buy perfection and say a make trick is all u need .... When ur own forehead doesn't move. Maybe u sud say do all the work I did to my body ,then try these Make up tricks! To look the same 🤨
I love pulling color into a neutral eye by using a shadow or eyeliner pencil smoked out as a liner. It doesn’t overwhelm the look you have, but it gives that pop, defines the eyes a lot more and brings out the eye color making the eye look way less boring. It’s so easy to do, quick, fun, yet it makes such a big difference.
I’m 44! And my skin looks like I’m 15. I’m tired of the breakouts. I was pregnant and my skin was beautiful. Glowing, clear so nice. Now my baby 10 months and we’re back to breakouts. Its frustrating.
Such a great instructional video with practical tips and easy to follow steps. Thank you! I turn 57 this week and am feeling every bit of it. This gives me a fresh take on a realistic look to stay current yet age appropriate.
Hi Marlena, please tell us the shades that you use for example what shade did you use for Armani Luminous Silk foundation ? And the concealer ? Thank you!! Love your channel !
Marlena, can you talk about powder foundation? I have struggled finding the "correct" shade in liquid foundation and have found the best color match in the powder.
My humble suggestion is use a gentle liquid exfoliant after cleansing at night, then allow it to absorb into your skin and apply a retinol cream on top. This will sleuth off any dry patches in your skin. I'm currently using Good Molecules overnight exfoliating treatment formulated with AHA + BHA ( I would use it like a Monday, Thursday and Sunday in that sequence because it's super gentle. Caveat if you just shaved your face wait 24 to 48 hrs before using actives. After the liquid exfoliant I put on MARÉE Collagen and Retinol deep moisturizer on top or you could sandwich it with some ELF Holy Hydration cream. Skin prep is everything, at night and in the morning and last but not least sunscreen is a must. I like Haru Haru chemical sunscreen and Misha Sun milk with the pink Cap and both are SPF 50. Also you can boost your Sunscreen with vitamin C. I like Goodal Green Tangerine Vitamin C Dark spot serum before applying sunscreen. Edited: I use Haru Haru chemical sunscreen all over my face after applying Vitamin C and then apply Misha Sun Milk sunscreen in my T-zone as a primer and it blurs my pores.
I love you 😍 I've been watching since you first started RUclips 😉 Thank you for reminding me that I'm never going to be to old for makeup, I've always been a makeup and nail girly and now at 46 🙄 I sometimes feel like hey your to old for this and that kind of makeup but you remind me makeup can still look gorgeous with age! If anything my makeup game is BETTER as an older woman than even just 5 yes ago! At this age the more luminous and natural makeup is actually sexy 😉 So thanks for these kinds of videos they are definitely my favorite ❤
nearing 50 here. my skin is usually normal when i'm not in humid environments, but i work with patients everyday when they do their showers and i end up sweating so much that my makeup just disappears. should i follow the rules for matte for both skincare and makeup when i'm doing showers?
Love that Maybelline blur stick, the Nyx Lift and Snatch brow pen and the Nyx Brow Glue. I also have that ND concealer. I dont wear foundation. Any recommendations for skin tints/serums? Thanks! ❤❤
I too picked up those Sephora lipsticks and I absolutely love them👏👏👏👏 Picked up a couple during the spring sale at 30% off …. They are fantastic and they feel like butter.! It was my first time using/purchasing a Sephora make up product and I could not have been happier . I went back in and purchased some of the lip liners and they too are wonderful ❤️… I buy the gel liners. I haven’t tried the other ones. When they have their next 30% off on Sephora products, I plan on picking up more shades. They are great.
Marlena, are you saying that we can’t use powder foundations?? I’m 43, and just recently spent a small fortune on a Mac Studio Fix Plus, a FENTY Pro Filt’r, L’Oreal Infallible 24 Hour Fresh Wear, etc. Please let me know.
I am so bummed that I was allergic to the Armani foundation! It is so beautiful, but I am highly allergic to something in it. I switched to the NARS sheer glow & I love it! I love the Lancôme la base pro primer, & I also love the Hourglass vanish primer. The Patrick Star & Givenchy Prism loose powders are amazing, & I love the Charlotte Tilbury & Patrick Star setting sprays. I was surprised at how much I love the Mally Face Defender setting … I guess it’s a gel?! Whatever it is, it works amazing at setting makeup & making it last ALL DAY! The Mally Face Defender worked amazing once I figured out how to use it! A very little bit goes a LONG way!
Wonderful and educational video! Thank you for sharing these tips & tricks with us. Would you be able to do a video or respond to this with what you use for skin prep before makeup (what products you use, why, how long do you let it sit before starting with your primer, and SPF recommendations that look good under makeup and not cakey or pill under makeup, etc.)?? I know it’s a very important part of having good makeup days but I don’t know what to use, what order to use them in, how long to wait afterwards before putting on makeup, and all of those steps/information. Please & thank you. It would be greatly appreciated and I’m sure others would also love to know this information!! Thank you!
I'm 54 and I look like I'm 70. The wrinkles are around my month and I've tried everything to get rid of them but nothing works. So my makeup looks awful.
Dior Forever Matte is my holy grail for my oily skin. It FAR surpasses Estee Lauder, that I've used for around 15 years steadily. EL can get cakey. Dior does not, ever. The finish is so much better. It is not as thick as EL and never gets cakey or weird during the day with oily skin.
Ok I get what you’re saying and I am over 40 - about the powder I mean but in summer - I have to powder - between the fact that I’m a super face sweater - like my face and neck sweat the MOST despite being combo leaning dry - yes I am sweaty on the face so how can I (with reapplying sunscreen every two hours ) - NOT powder everywhere??? I hate the powder and I agree but what do I do???
Hi Marlena. I have been watching your videos for a while now & they are great. I have a quick question for you-you used to rave a lot about the Lancôme Teint Idole UltraWear foundation. I was thinking of trying it but then read it was reformulated approx. 1 year ago. Do you still love it? And if I remember correctly you have dry skin, correct? I normally would not buy a matte complexion product because I have dry skin but I trust your opinion on these things. It might be nice to have a foundation that is not so glowy for a change. I am good at skincare prep & could use glowy primer too. Please let me know your thoughts on the reformulated version when you can. Thanks!
I have a question, and anyone please help!!!! I have dry skin, but I'm menopausal and sweat very heavy especially during the summer months, what would be the best foundation for that? Most of the sweat resistant foundations are very drying and becomes very flaky, I need help please!
Marlena please help us struggling the under eye smudging from mascara. What mascare is the best and how to avoid smudging after few hours. Its my problem! Please help! My skin is dry and matured. ❤
I needed this today! I’ve been applying my Armani foundation with my beauty blender and sometimes it does look patchy. I can’t wait to try a stipppling brush. Thank you!
You look younger before which is natural. We all look older, myself included. But the makeup that was on trend dated a lot of us. The heavy foundation and so much eyeshadow made me look older than I was at that age. I like the idea of a perfected base, without it being so obvious that I am wearing foundation if that makes sense.
I'm 46 and still have an extremely oily t-zone. I have tried eveey tip you give and used many of the products you recommend. I can NOT find a way to keep foundation on my nose. It gets so oily throughout the day that the makeup literally slides off. Nothing stays; not even using a "grip" primer. Any ideas on how to help?
Hello, I signed up for your make up geek Academy and have not received a login yet. This was last week all of the emails come back as email demons that the email address is not correct yet. I received an email from one of them saying you would get back to me in 24 business hours, I don’t know what your business hours and but it’s been several days and I haven’t heard anything. Is there a make up geek Academy? Or because the brand is no longer, did this go away? It is still being advertised and all of your recent videos, the link the magic link that I get from your website only takes me to my invoice where I paid the nine dollars. It doesn’t take me to a login screen or anything. Please offer me some direction. Thank you.
Nice to see you are still making videos ... Checking an old account of mine which i dont have access to anymore but can still see what i was subscribed to back then ... That must have been 15 / 16 years ago ... I guess i will subscribe again all those years later. You are still looking great btw ☺
No matter what buffing brush I use my foundation is always patchy and streaky on my face. I always have to go over it with a beauty blender. Do you have any tips for that?
I would skip all other brow products and just get your Maybelline Tattoo Styling Gel which is completely fool proof and a one step done product, and the Maybelline Build a Brow where you have a natural hair stroke looking pen on one side and gel on the other. You can not find better imo. There is a reason they are so loved.
I don't have hooded eyes but I have very pronounced brow bones. How do I make them look "less" pronounced? Is there a video out there about that? I've looked but don't ever hear anyone talk about that.
I have crows feet at my inner eye not at the outer eye area. How do I keep the concealer from creasing on my inner lower lid? I tend to skip concealer bc it creases so bad but I would love to brighten up my lower eye area
I am home feeling unwell and a bit flat and just watched this fabulous video... thank you so much Marlena, loved every second of it, you fabulous woman!
I am 26 & when I put makeup on without skincare/prep before, my eyes/skin look tired… 😅 Definitely skincare before makeup makes a huge difference! I also look tired when I don’t have falsies on 🥲😫 Need a serum to have my natural straight lashes grow
My face, and consequently, my makeup, didn't change until my early 60s, lucky genes as my mum looked like she was half her age until her 70s, when she, devastatingly died from pancreatic cancer. I am 66 as of the 2nd week of July, and I'm finding g changes now. I follow your tips because they make sense now that I have to consider my under eye region and use a dewier foundation. You have had the best tips and, after seeing her with you, I also follow Nikki Larose as she's got great tips too, especially as to how to apply cream products properly as they are so much more flattering on more mature skin. I have never used fillers, botox and, due to a bad, horse related break, in my nose, I did have a medical septo-rhinoplasty for sleep apnoea. It straightened my nose, no doubt, but wasn't by a plastic surgeon, rather an ear, nose and throat surgeon, on the NHS. I sleep on my back and believe the position you sleep in to be one of the most important factors in reducing lines. Especially naso-labial lines, if, for some reason, like going out for a drink with friends, I do fall asleep on my side, the lines appear like magic (bad magic)! I think sleeping on your back, using a factor 50j sunscreen and generally trying to avoid sitting around in the sun without a hat or shade. I am notoriously bad at keeping up skincare routines bit do use retinol, the occasional peel, and polyglutemic acid or glycerine when I do. I always apply the H.A. and P.G.A. to damp skin and cover with a moisturiser (Nivea or generic aqueous cream) to prevent evaporation. You look great Marlena and, with your lovely skin and great bone structure, I am sure you will continue looking young for decades to come ❤
LOVE THESE TIPS! I’m 36 and this definitely has helped my makeup game! My fav mascara used to be the Dior one, but I love, love loooove the Essence Lash Princess ($5 on Amazon or at Ulta). Also, love your necklace ❤
I turned 46 on Friday (6/21) and am proud to say that my skin is pretty darn good! I use skin care that includes vitamin C and E, hyaluronic acid and retinoid. I also figured that creams are so much more forgiving than powders!!
Dear Marlena, thank you so much for putting your attention towards women who are not that young anymore! 🌹 What I have noticed is the less product I use, the better it works for me. If I just do a second layer of foundation under my eyes, it looks almost invisible while adding a layer of concealer makes my fine lines look really pronounced. I have a question, please. In the morning do you cleanse your skin (with micellar water, for example) or do you just start with a primer? And another one, please: when (if at all) do you apply your sunscreen? Before your primer? Instead of your primer? Please kindly advise.
okay, seeing you hold up the Maybelline Master Blur Stick had sent me straight to subscribe. I have oily skin and that product is such a go-to & I rarely see it mentioned! (unless I'm missing a Tik Tok trend, which I very well could be)
Pleaseee Marlena I need to secret to your skin your skin is the most gorgeous I’ve seen! I purchased bioessence lactic serum and their moisturiser as well as the massage LED light thanks to you! Buy what is your secret to plump light skin 😍
Gf I just love your voice. I also enjoy your content. I can listen to you and multitask or I can watch you too 😮thanks for being you and having fresh ideas
Did u end up using a different eyeshadow? The pan color looked light taupe/tan color but on brush and your eye, it came out more orange? Absolutely loved this tutorial and can’t wait to try some of these tips ❤
I'm in my 40s, here what worked for me: collagen powder every day, retinoid, try to lose weight slowly to avoid skin sagginess, eat healthy and avoid food that increase inflammation, not wearing makeup all the time, avoid the sun, be happy and avoid tension and stress.
OMG, you must be my daughter in another life, this is me @ 67, it works! Have a fantastic evening.
Can I ask what brand collagen powder you prefer?
@@gyoumans2901 I'm using sport research
@@gyoumans2901 Garden of life & Country life maxi 7000 for skin.
Soooo right 😊
I’m 59 and love your videos! And after watching your video on how you dealt with the toxicity in your life, I love everything about you!
I loved that video too!!! It made me come to with who I am and I love the person I am
I must be blind because, she keep saying how her dark circles are strong 4:05 🦝, but I don’t see her having dark circles.
The intense why lights used to film really mask a lot.
Speaking of powder needing to be used in little amounts as you age, that L’Oréal True Match Super Blendable powder is as good as all the high end holy grail viral trendy powders at 1/4 the price. I am shocked this hasn’t been used more on the beauty channels. I absolutely love the Rimmel Stay Matte because it does not look or feel heavy, show as powder no matter the amount you use, but this L’Oréal provides a little more coverage, without looking like you’ve powdered and it also helps blur and give a smooth appearance to the skin so you look airbrushed. The square compact is the one I’m talking about, not the circular one. If you’ve not yet tried it, I highly recommend grabbing one, and the shade range isn’t too shabby either.
I'm not 40 yet but I love your channel ❤️ I'm here for the education you bring Marlena Greatly appreciated! since turning 34 I can't just wear anything like before ❤😊
Do yourself a favor.. start Tretinoin u will be so happy you did I promise you 🫶🙏🏼🩵
@@Tia82377agreed, I’m 47 and wish I could tell my 30 year old self some things including tret & daily sunblock. It’s not bad without but could be better!
"... Almost like a little bunny rabbit foot..." Oh yeah! You're definitely a mom! LOL! I love that!
That contour isn’t blending well and is more patchy and harsh because you laid that powder down first. I’d powder after all the liquid and creams or you will end up having to go back over it after applying a facial mist or going back over it with a beauty sponge. Save yourself the hassle and just wait to powder your face. Even if you don’t think you’ve powdered the area you are adding liquid or cream products to, it will have some in areas and lock down the liquid or cream before you even get a good chance to blend it all out perfectly. It never hurts to wait to powder.
I agree. Contour and blush. Powder hangs on to the cream more in some areas making it harder to disperse and blend. That is why pros have always said use powder products last. Ever since Patrick Tah came out with the blush duos, and recommended using the cream after the powder blush, people have thought that works for every formula. Blame Patrick😂
She’s been in the beauty industry for YEARS and created cosmetics, pretty sure she knows what she’s doing
drinking alcohol ages women fast. I first noticed about 5 yrs ago when I quit for a yr. The before and after pics were pretty hard to look at. its been 3 yrs with no alcohol and my skin, my energy and my decision making processes are better than ever. most of the gals on youtube or in entertainment have a worn out, often swollen look if they drink booze or wine.
May I say this is the best everyday make-up look tutorial I have ever viewed? I should watch it ever morning as a GRWM!
Fabulous as always! Would love to see a video where spf is incorporated without feeling or looking cakey. Thanks!
You didn’t look older. The makeup was heavier maybe but the youth in your youth is unmistakable.
Marlena was my first makeup guru on YT .... many , many years ago - I don't even know - 12 years ago ? :))) I learned so much , found out I had hooded eyes , bought my first brush , etc. :D Still amazing lessons !
It is because of you that I want to wear makeup more often! I struggle with health issues, so I can go weeks without wearing any makeup, but I have stepped up my skincare game a lot. One step I do add after I apply primer, foundation and concealer is adding setting spray before powder. I let it dry completely, then use the tiniest amount of powder!
I have a chronic illness as well, and I feel that if I look good, I feel good!
You were beautiful then & beautiful now ❤
Just wear less foundation or none less eye makeup and you will look young and youthful
I don’t ever think lining the eyes makes them look bigger. You saw a noticeable difference after lining one upper and lower ve the other even with just the top lined and the upper and lower lined one looked very much smaller and not as opened.
What lash curler do you prefer?
I am 56 and have been watching you for years and I still learn so much from you. You are the BEST makeup teacher. If you ever need a mature women in H-town for a model, a guinea pig or whatever...I am your girl :) lol
Such a beautiful person you are inside and out. You have been my go to influencer/ beauty consultant that I watch continuously. Thank you for all you do
She's has filler, Botox, and surgery. U can't buy perfection and say a make trick is all u need .... When ur own forehead doesn't move. Maybe u sud say do all the work I did to my body ,then try these Make up tricks! To look the same 🤨
MUG creme brûlée was my perfect crease color and now it’s almost gone and I can’t find a dupe! 😫
I appreciate all the detailed information you provide.
Hi, Marlena. Whatever I use of my rosacea (concealer or foundation) breaks up in the heat, and all the redness shows. My face sweats, and I melt... 🥵
I love pulling color into a neutral eye by using a shadow or eyeliner pencil smoked out as a liner. It doesn’t overwhelm the look you have, but it gives that pop, defines the eyes a lot more and brings out the eye color making the eye look way less boring. It’s so easy to do, quick, fun, yet it makes such a big difference.
Your face shape was narrow in your 20s. You don’t look older. You do look different. Something is different
Thank you, Marlena! This was another helpful video for us over 40 gals. 🌸💕
I’m 44! And my skin looks like I’m 15. I’m tired of the breakouts. I was pregnant and my skin was beautiful. Glowing, clear so nice. Now my baby 10 months and we’re back to breakouts. Its frustrating.
Such a great instructional video with practical tips and easy to follow steps. Thank you! I turn 57 this week and am feeling every bit of it. This gives me a fresh take on a realistic look to stay current yet age appropriate.
Hi Marlena, please tell us the shades that you use for example what shade did you use for Armani Luminous Silk foundation ? And the concealer ? Thank you!! Love your channel !
Do you know of a product or home remedy for eye bags.
What was the primer you used? It’s not posted but gave such a nice radiance to your skin
Sephora lipstick is no longer available...I just checked. 😪
Marlena, can you talk about powder foundation? I have struggled finding the "correct" shade in liquid foundation and have found the best color match in the powder.
I'm 67 and need help with my skin
Marlena I’m so obsessed with your content and your channel!! I hope you have a great rest of your day ❤
I'm 65 and stuck any suggestions?
My humble suggestion is use a gentle liquid exfoliant after cleansing at night, then allow it to absorb into your skin and apply a retinol cream on top. This will sleuth off any dry patches in your skin.
I'm currently using Good Molecules overnight exfoliating treatment formulated with AHA + BHA ( I would use it like a Monday, Thursday and Sunday in that sequence because it's super gentle.
Caveat if you just shaved your face wait 24 to 48 hrs before using actives.
After the liquid exfoliant I put on MARÉE Collagen and Retinol deep moisturizer on top or you could sandwich it with some ELF Holy Hydration cream.
Skin prep is everything, at night and in the morning and last but not least sunscreen is a must. I like Haru Haru chemical sunscreen and Misha Sun milk with the pink Cap and both are SPF 50.
Also you can boost your Sunscreen with vitamin C. I like Goodal Green Tangerine Vitamin C Dark spot serum before applying sunscreen.
Edited: I use Haru Haru chemical sunscreen all over my face after applying Vitamin C and then apply Misha Sun Milk sunscreen in my T-zone as a primer and it blurs my pores.
I love you 😍 I've been watching since you first started RUclips 😉 Thank you for reminding me that I'm never going to be to old for makeup, I've always been a makeup and nail girly and now at 46 🙄 I sometimes feel like hey your to old for this and that kind of makeup but you remind me makeup can still look gorgeous with age! If anything my makeup game is BETTER as an older woman than even just 5 yes ago! At this age the more luminous and natural makeup is actually sexy 😉 So thanks for these kinds of videos they are definitely my favorite ❤
Hitting 49 mext month and need a re-do on tips and how-to's thank you!
nearing 50 here. my skin is usually normal when i'm not in humid environments, but i work with patients everyday when they do their showers and i end up sweating so much that my makeup just disappears. should i follow the rules for matte for both skincare and makeup when i'm doing showers?
Love this! So simple, helpful & love the overall look! 🤩
Love that Maybelline blur stick, the Nyx Lift and Snatch brow pen and the Nyx Brow Glue. I also have that ND concealer. I dont wear foundation. Any recommendations for skin tints/serums? Thanks! ❤❤
The Maybelline super stay skin tint is great.
I too picked up those Sephora lipsticks and I absolutely love them👏👏👏👏
Picked up a couple during the spring sale at 30% off …. They are fantastic and they feel like butter.!
It was my first time using/purchasing a Sephora make up product and I could not have been happier .
I went back in and purchased some of the lip liners and they too are wonderful ❤️… I buy the gel liners. I haven’t tried the other ones.
When they have their next 30% off on Sephora products, I plan on picking up more shades. They are great.
You are the absolute best teacher❤️ I’m 72 and have learned so much from your videos. Love u always look forward to your videos 😘😘😘
The link for NARS Glow shows unavailable product. Is it discontinued?
It’s on sale on the NARS site, 25% off.
Marlena, are you saying that we can’t use powder foundations?? I’m 43, and just recently spent a small fortune on a Mac Studio Fix Plus, a FENTY Pro Filt’r, L’Oreal Infallible 24 Hour Fresh Wear, etc. Please let me know.
I am so bummed that I was allergic to the Armani foundation! It is so beautiful, but I am highly allergic to something in it. I switched to the NARS sheer glow & I love it! I love the Lancôme la base pro primer, & I also love the Hourglass vanish primer. The Patrick Star & Givenchy Prism loose powders are amazing, & I love the Charlotte Tilbury & Patrick Star setting sprays. I was surprised at how much I love the Mally Face Defender setting … I guess it’s a gel?! Whatever it is, it works amazing at setting makeup & making it last ALL DAY! The Mally Face Defender worked amazing once I figured out how to use it! A very little bit goes a LONG way!
Wonderful and educational video! Thank you for sharing these tips & tricks with us.
Would you be able to do a video or respond to this with what you use for skin prep before makeup (what products you use, why, how long do you let it sit before starting with your primer, and SPF recommendations that look good under makeup and not cakey or pill under makeup, etc.)??
I know it’s a very important part of having good makeup days but I don’t know what to use, what order to use them in, how long to wait afterwards before putting on makeup, and all of those steps/information.
Please & thank you. It would be greatly appreciated and I’m sure others would also love to know this information!!
Thank you!
I'm 54 and I look like I'm 70. The wrinkles are around my month and I've tried everything to get rid of them but nothing works. So my makeup looks awful.
Dior Forever Matte is my holy grail for my oily skin. It FAR surpasses Estee Lauder, that I've used for around 15 years steadily. EL can get cakey. Dior does not, ever. The finish is so much better. It is not as thick as EL and never gets cakey or weird during the day with oily skin.
Ok I get what you’re saying and I am over 40 - about the powder I mean but in summer - I have to powder - between the fact that I’m a super face sweater - like my face and neck sweat the MOST despite being combo leaning dry - yes I am sweaty on the face so how can I (with reapplying sunscreen every two hours ) - NOT powder everywhere??? I hate the powder and I agree but what do I do???
Hi Marlena. I have been watching your videos for a while now & they are great. I have a quick question for you-you used to rave a lot about the Lancôme Teint Idole UltraWear foundation. I was thinking of trying it but then read it was reformulated approx. 1 year ago. Do you still love it? And if I remember correctly you have dry skin, correct? I normally would not buy a matte complexion product because I have dry skin but I trust your opinion on these things. It might be nice to have a foundation that is not so glowy for a change. I am good at skincare prep & could use glowy primer too. Please let me know your thoughts on the reformulated version when you can. Thanks!
My hooded eyes…🤦🏽♀️…one of the banes of my existence…I never get my tiny wings right😁
I have a question, and anyone please help!!!! I have dry skin, but I'm menopausal and sweat very heavy especially during the summer months, what would be the best foundation for that? Most of the sweat resistant foundations are very drying and becomes very flaky, I need help please!
Marlena please help us struggling the under eye smudging from mascara. What mascare is the best and how to avoid smudging after few hours. Its my problem! Please help! My skin is dry and matured. ❤
I needed this today! I’ve been applying my Armani foundation with my beauty blender and sometimes it does look patchy. I can’t wait to try a stipppling brush. Thank you!
You look younger before which is natural. We all look older, myself included. But the makeup that was on trend dated a lot of us. The heavy foundation and so much eyeshadow made me look older than I was at that age. I like the idea of a perfected base, without it being so obvious that I am wearing foundation if that makes sense.
Can you please make a video with tips about applying make up over sunscreen without it peeling off? Thanks you
I'm 52 and I've always done my makeup well, and now, I have no idea what I'm doing ! It's been like that since covid
I'm 46 and still have an extremely oily t-zone. I have tried eveey tip you give and used many of the products you recommend. I can NOT find a way to keep foundation on my nose. It gets so oily throughout the day that the makeup literally slides off. Nothing stays; not even using a "grip" primer. Any ideas on how to help?
HELP! I need sunscreen that doesn’t burn my eyes. Nothing seems to work. Any suggestions?
Hello, I signed up for your make up geek Academy and have not received a login yet. This was last week all of the emails come back as email demons that the email address is not correct yet. I received an email from one of them saying you would get back to me in 24 business hours, I don’t know what your business hours and but it’s been several days and I haven’t heard anything. Is there a make up geek Academy? Or because the brand is no longer, did this go away? It is still being advertised and all of your recent videos, the link the magic link that I get from your website only takes me to my invoice where I paid the nine dollars. It doesn’t take me to a login screen or anything. Please offer me some direction. Thank you.
Nice to see you are still making videos ... Checking an old account of mine which i dont have access to anymore but can still see what i was subscribed to back then ... That must have been 15 / 16 years ago ... I guess i will subscribe again all those years later. You are still looking great btw ☺
What should I use to buff out the NARS sheer glow? ❤❤❤❤
A buffing brush. She actually has TikTok’s applying it with a buffing brush. It’s too thin for a bb
@@monicapatton1405thank you🙂
Thanks for all the tips!! 61 here!! I dont own a BK brush though sadly 😢😢
Going off ur thumbnail pic only, you don't look old there cause I can tell that is your younger self but you don't look old either. Just sayin....
😂😂😂 don’t pluck your brows kids I don’t care what the trend is!!!
Marlena, I’m new to channel. Do you answer questions? I haven’t seen a response in this video. I know you’re busy.
No matter what buffing brush I use my foundation is always patchy and streaky on my face. I always have to go over it with a beauty blender. Do you have any tips for that?
I would skip all other brow products and just get your Maybelline Tattoo Styling Gel which is completely fool proof and a one step done product, and the Maybelline Build a Brow where you have a natural hair stroke looking pen on one side and gel on the other. You can not find better imo. There is a reason they are so loved.
NARS does not work for me. What’s another good foundation for dry skin?
When I put powder under my eyes I look more wrinkled and I use that exact one u have with that same black sponge.
My eyelashes do not stay curled, how can I keep them from falling straight
Hi Marlena😊🌺 what could i use to maybe thin out any foundation if I wanted? even the armani? ty ahead of time for your help 💚🙏🏼🕊
I don't have hooded eyes but I have very pronounced brow bones. How do I make them look "less" pronounced? Is there a video out there about that? I've looked but don't ever hear anyone talk about that.
Stop going by makeup trends and Start using makeup to enhance your natural beauty
I have crows feet at my inner eye not at the outer eye area. How do I keep the concealer from creasing on my inner lower lid? I tend to skip concealer bc it creases so bad but I would love to brighten up my lower eye area
Is there a similar lipliner colour? I dont think we have make up forever in uk. Thank you
I'm old as dirt (60) I'm afraid of this looking dirty on my face?
Hi Marlena! Can we get a Texas proof makeup routine? 💪🏻
Or menopause proof? I didn't even know noses could sweat so much! 😂😂😂
I just turned 49 and love your videos 📹. Thank you
What’s the link for the black triangle puffs?
I love the idea of using a brush for primer.
Very informative video I. Thanks!
Love it.
I am home feeling unwell and a bit flat and just watched this fabulous video... thank you so much Marlena, loved every second of it, you fabulous woman!
Hello beautiful Marlena 😍
I am 26 & when I put makeup on without skincare/prep before, my eyes/skin look tired… 😅 Definitely skincare before makeup makes a huge difference! I also look tired when I don’t have falsies on 🥲😫 Need a serum to have my natural straight lashes grow
I love your nails, what color/name are those?
Love this, Marlena! 🙌😍 Thank you for featuring our Pinnacle Foundation Brush! 😘💜
My face, and consequently, my makeup, didn't change until my early 60s, lucky genes as my mum looked like she was half her age until her 70s, when she, devastatingly died from pancreatic cancer. I am 66 as of the 2nd week of July, and I'm finding g changes now. I follow your tips because they make sense now that I have to consider my under eye region and use a dewier foundation. You have had the best tips and, after seeing her with you, I also follow Nikki Larose as she's got great tips too, especially as to how to apply cream products properly as they are so much more flattering on more mature skin. I have never used fillers, botox and, due to a bad, horse related break, in my nose, I did have a medical septo-rhinoplasty for sleep apnoea. It straightened my nose, no doubt, but wasn't by a plastic surgeon, rather an ear, nose and throat surgeon, on the NHS. I sleep on my back and believe the position you sleep in to be one of the most important factors in reducing lines. Especially naso-labial lines, if, for some reason, like going out for a drink with friends, I do fall asleep on my side, the lines appear like magic (bad magic)! I think sleeping on your back, using a factor 50j sunscreen and generally trying to avoid sitting around in the sun without a hat or shade. I am notoriously bad at keeping up skincare routines bit do use retinol, the occasional peel, and polyglutemic acid or glycerine when I do. I always apply the H.A. and P.G.A. to damp skin and cover with a moisturiser (Nivea or generic aqueous cream) to prevent evaporation. You look great Marlena and, with your lovely skin and great bone structure, I am sure you will continue looking young for decades to come ❤
LOVE THESE TIPS! I’m 36 and this definitely has helped my makeup game! My fav mascara used to be the Dior one, but I love, love loooove the Essence Lash Princess ($5 on Amazon or at Ulta). Also, love your necklace ❤
Unfortunately the Sephora lipstick is no longer available. That was my favorite lipstick. Amazon still has some inventory left.
I turned 46 on Friday (6/21) and am proud to say that my skin is pretty darn good! I use skin care that includes vitamin C and E, hyaluronic acid and retinoid. I also figured that creams are so much more forgiving than powders!!
Dear Marlena, thank you so much for putting your attention towards women who are not that young anymore! 🌹
What I have noticed is the less product I use, the better it works for me. If I just do a second layer of foundation under my eyes, it looks almost invisible while adding a layer of concealer makes my fine lines look really pronounced.
I have a question, please. In the morning do you cleanse your skin (with micellar water, for example) or do you just start with a primer? And another one, please: when (if at all) do you apply your sunscreen? Before your primer? Instead of your primer? Please kindly advise.
Just when I thought I knew all the tricks. Keep this content coming! Love and appreciate you, Marlena! Stay safe and beautiful.
okay, seeing you hold up the Maybelline Master Blur Stick had sent me straight to subscribe. I have oily skin and that product is such a go-to & I rarely see it mentioned! (unless I'm missing a Tik Tok trend, which I very well could be)
Pleaseee Marlena I need to secret to your skin your skin is the most gorgeous I’ve seen! I purchased bioessence lactic serum and their moisturiser as well as the massage LED light thanks to you! Buy what is your secret to plump light skin 😍
Gf I just love your voice. I also enjoy your content. I can listen to you and multitask or I can watch you too 😮thanks for being you and having fresh ideas
Did u end up using a different eyeshadow? The pan color looked light taupe/tan color but on brush and your eye, it came out more orange? Absolutely loved this tutorial and can’t wait to try some of these tips ❤