19 Makeup Tips for Over 50

[@LisaMonique]

Great tips!! Though I can never toss my makeup at the “ expiration” date… Feel like it’s a marketing ploy to get us to continue to buy new products. I go by product for separation, smell, or discoloration

[@MindfulMidlife]

Agreed for many things but I do check it more for creamy, or more wet products.

[@MyCleverHandle]

I write the date I first opened a makeup item on a sticker dot and put it on the item. I keep packaging materials with ingredients lists on them - for cream & liquid color products, and all eye makeup and treatment creams, primers and lotions especially - and put a dated sticker dot on that too. I agree that sometimes powder color items (like setting powders or blushes) can be kept a bit longer than the "expiration" date, but they still contain oils, preservatives and stabilizers that can go bad. If you have allergies or other eye problems (like ocular rosacea), or if you wear contact lenses, or have ever had pinkeye or sties, don't push your luck. "When in doubt, toss it out!" should be your mantra for makeup. Certain items, like mascara, I buy cheap because I adhere to a 3-month time limit. I don't use Kleenex or other soft tissues around my eyes bc they're just too lint-y, so I use just a rolled up paper napkin to carefully dab under my eyes when they're acting up (as in wet tears). And I don't do tightlining, waterlining, or that frosty smudge on the tear ducts trendy thing. If I want color underlining my eyes, I use a clear lip liner pencil to give powder shadows something to stick to, and I keep that liner well under my lower lash line. I also don't allow myself to be dependent on daily eye drops, unless they're prescribed by a doctor of course. If over-the-counter drops are needed, I use only the kind that come in single use individual vials; the preservatives in a regular bottle of eye drops can cause sensitivities that only get worse with time. I love your tips! And I'm now a Subscriber! Thank you for your energy and info!

[@trixier6505]

Thank you for not doing a long, unnecessary intro and for the really good info.

[@susanshwarts369]

Well, I have to admit I am a jaded YT watcher. Since I have been here with you almost from the beginning, and remember when you started your channel I didn't think you could tell me something I didn't already know. BUT....wow, Bobbi!! You taught me so many fabulous tricks I have never heard or figured out on my own! You have truly upped your YT game over the last several months and I am so impressed!

[@dianehiltz1193]

Love, love , love these tips, thank you so much…💜

[@SandiTink]

I used a stiff toothbrush for my brows for decades. I never thought of using a soft one to blur lines. Great tip.

[@donnaweichel4866]

Just beautiful as usual.. one tip I might add.. put your mascara between your crossed legs as well to warm it up a tad. Have a blessed week!

[@debbietalbert3737]

Thanks for all these tips! They are very helpful. I hope you have a great week. Take care and God bless. ❤️

[@shalsruralroute3062]

I've had a heated eyelash curler for years and I love it.

[@MindfulMidlife]

I haven't tried a heated one. Maybe I should!!!

[@idreamofparis7233]

Amazing tips

[@Carol_Chenot]

SO many good tips here. Thanks Bobbi ... you're always so practical!

[@hellofromma]

So many great tips and tricks Bobbi! Thank you! Going to watch your foundation tips video now. Look so pretty and vibrant in this video.

[@MindfulMidlife]

Yay! Thank you!

[@BB-oy1vb]

Very helpful tips! Thank you Bobbie for another great video!!!!!

[@christinehoffman1825]

Thank you 😊

[@lintej]

These are great tips! I had no idea about the time stamp on some products. I'm still not good about getting rid of old makeup but I'm working on it!

[@mtdsmom]

Love these tips… so helpful!!! Thank you ❤️

[@cheriewheatley8442]

Thanks bunches for the tips Bobbie! Great video!

[@stacylbrewer]

What a wonderful and helpful video! You look beautiful and I love your hair!

[@heathmeizer9446]

Great tips. Off to the shop to buy a baby toothbrush 🤗 A tip when plucking eyebrows put a warm washer on the area before plucking.

[@jeannies792]

I hate setting spray on my hair too! These were great tips & tricks! Thanks for this video! 💖💖🇨🇦🇨🇦

[@carrie402]

These were all great tips - and - you look gorgeous! I have eyebrow envy. Mine are so sparse.

[@elizabethmaloneorlando217]

Fantastic tips!!!! TFS 😘

[@a91170]

great tips

[@sharonczalbowski457]

So many good tips Bobbie, I'm gonna give them a try. Brought back memories with the eyeliner and lighter...lol

[@bethbilous4720]

I use a qtip to remove excess mascara works like a charm.

[@lisaharr1477]

Great tips ! Thanks Bobbie !

[@deborahanley8230]

Awesome video! Thanks! Also you look extra beautiful in this video !

[@MindfulMidlife]

Oh thank you Debora!

[@geralynp1]

Excellent video. Thank you!!!!!!!

[@catherinemontblanc1430]

greats tips 👍🏻 I do many of them and always wondered… If I was the only one doing them 🤔

[@patb8138]

Really enjoyed that!

[@Becky_in_Tucson]

I didn't see a link for the foundation video mentioned near the end. This was helpful, thanks!😎

[@MindfulMidlife]

Thanks for letting me know Becky! I just added it, but here it is for you: kzbin.info/www/bejne/a6aapWyuqdGCmJI

[@AJ.943]

Girl…..your hair……its just gorgeous! 🥰 Have you heard about using a flesh colored eyeshadow crayon for the lines in your under eye area? I’m certainly skeptical; and have yet to try it….but I might! lol

[@brendapollock1286]

Love your hair❤️

[@tamarapace3036]

These were all great tips. I've never heard of the lightbulb trick. I also tuck my liners but into my bra 🤫

[@Carol_Chenot]

LOL

[@MyCleverHandle]

And why shouldn't your makeup get to ride in first class...?!?🤣

[@charlottemaarfi4364]

I loved these tips. I didn't know the eyelash comb existed! Mind blown lol I had a bump removed from my eyelid, and one eye now has space in the line, so now I just ordered the comb. I'm looking forward to trying it. 😀

[@lisam3805]

Great tips!

[@karenburke1100]

Getting tooth brushes ! Love the tricks!

[@sharonhardy7187]

What a brilliant video. These are some really great tips. Some of them I knew but there was some good new ones too. I’m off to buy a few baby toothbrushes. Thanks Bobbie.

[@AllThingsKimberlyWV]

Great tips. I don’t think I’ll ever do makeup videos but you never know lol.

[@jzratk]

OMG, I forgot about the speckled light bulbs 💡 🤣

[@kerrygouthro4356]

Bobbie what foundation do you recommend for people with larger pores? I am finding the foundation I have always used is now noticably settling in my pores..

[@MindfulMidlife]

Finding one that isn't too glowy would be good. Also, try a putty primer in your larger pore areas. This video shows 6 of my favorite and all of them DO NOT settle in my pores: kzbin.info/www/bejne/nniyl6hji82meM0

[@leas4699]

Omg I used to cut my eyebrows years ago and they grew back curly. ( I do have curly hair) but cutting my eyebrows made them unruly. Now I dont cut them anymore and I have to use brow gel every day. 😢

[@tonimartine7985]

I use my makeup until it looks or smells wrong except mascara.😏