2017-10-14 19:20
I’m often asked about my skin care routine, so I thought I’d take a quick break from college football viewing (my team is losing) to give an update on the products I’m cur… Read More
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Women over 50 may have a few lines and wrinkles, but we're not ready to toss out our makeup brushes. We still want to look good and have fun.
2017-10-08 18:50
Mini review: If you’re in the market for one — just one — do-it-all lip product for fall, do yourself a favor and make it the Gloss Bomb Universal Lip Luminizer from… Read More
2017-05-19 02:26
It’s been awhile! Sorry for the long time between posts. My husband and I were doing the long distance thing, but he recently took early retirement and joined me in South Carolina. Aft… Read More
2017-02-19 00:38
I wanted to share some super items from my monthly Rocksbox. I’m wearing Kendra Scott Alex earrings in the shade burgundy illusion and the Loren Hope Mini Sara Cuff in iridescent. (The… Read More
2017-02-14 04:52
Sparkle and glow: Liquid metallic eyeshadows from the Estee Edit and Stila
“Don’t be afraid to let your light shine,” they say. Well, glowing will be a lot easier this spri… Read More
2017-01-16 01:08
Life-giving elixirs for winter skin
The combination of cooler weather and heating systems running around the clock can play havoc on your skin, even if you’re religious about moisturiz… Read More
2017-01-15 04:38
One outfit, two looks
Some of you know that I’m on a journey to improved health. A year ago, I weighed 65 pounds more than I weigh today and had both Type 2 diabetes and high blood pre… Read More
2017-01-02 23:30
I generally post my outfits of the day only on Instagram, where you’ll find me at makeup_plus_50, but I’m wildly enthusiastic about the tights I’m wearing today. Here&rsquo&hell…Read More
2017-01-02 20:04
I didn’t plan to post this, but I wore this eye look yesterday and was reminded that it always gets rave reviews. It’s also easy and eye-catching but completely wearable, so I th… Read More
2017-01-02 04:37
Happy New Year!
I had a subdued New Year’s Eve, just hanging around the house with my cats, Otis and Bea. We jazzed things up around midnight with peach bellinis (for me) and new catni… Read More
2016-12-23 00:28
Bronze eyes and red lips are a classic holiday party look.
It’s the holiday season, and that means it’s time to go full glam. Today, we’re going all out with a look that&rs&hell…Read More
2016-12-20 05:37
Christmas is just a few days away and New Year’s Eve is right around the corner. If you’re looking for a special look with glamour and sparkle, I have one for you. Nothing says w… Read More
2016-12-02 23:19
Looking for a quick way to jazz up an outfit? Reach for a great pair for of sunglasses!
I have to confess that I’m somewhat of a sunglasses addict. I have pairs stashed in drawers and… Read More
2016-11-23 02:55
October, last week, today …
I’m fresh from a trip to the doctor — actually a nurse practitioner I like very much — where, in addition to blood tests and a flu shot… Read More
2016-11-21 03:19
When my son was little, he once told me I always smelled like a delicious dessert. I was delighted, given that his pronouncements weren’t always so flattering. (He also once said I was… Read More
2016-11-09 01:56
If there’s one thing I love, it’s bath and body products that smell beautiful. Even better are products with scents that linger on my skin and perfume my bathroom long after bath… Read More
2016-10-31 02:49
Let’s face it, I’m no ingenue. In fact, I recently attended my 40th high school reunion. It’s shocking, sometimes, to realize that I’m 57 years old. I certainly don&r&hell…Read More
2016-10-16 23:37
Keeping makeup fresh: Slay All Day and J. One Jelly Pack
Just a quick post to tell you about two new products I’m enjoying. The first is Slay All Day, Gerard Cosmetics’ entry int… Read More
2016-10-04 06:58
I post my lipstick of the day over on my Instagram account (makeup_plus_50). It’s a good way to keep track of my favorites while also maintaining a tally of what other Instagrammers li… Read More
2016-09-22 00:46
If you’ve read my previous blogs, you know I have a serious crush on Sol de Janeiro’s Brazilian Bum Bum Cream. Hands down, it’s the best moisturizer I’ve ever used an… Read More
2016-09-20 04:28
Sometimes I think there are three distinct camps when it comes to lipstick:
Those who never wear it.
Those who stick to nudes and neutrals.
Those who love it and will try just about any shad… Read More
2016-09-11 20:15
Current status: 15 or 20 pounds to go
Losing weight — and by losing weight, I mean changing your lifestyle — isn’t easy. But when you finally get into the groove, start eat… Read More
2016-09-09 06:30
I tried the new, affordably priced ($25 for .32 ounces) Anastasia Beverly Hills Stick Foundation today. My skin looks pretty swell in the photo above, so you probably think I loved it, righ… Read More
2016-08-29 23:34
Losing weight differently through exercise
If you’ve been following my journey to a healthier lifestyle, you know that I’ve made many changes this year. Here’s the basic ro… Read More
2016-08-25 06:23
When I walk into Sephora or Ulta, I’m immediately drawn to the makeup aisles. Let’s face it, color products are exciting and alluring. The products on the skin-care side, not so… Read More
2016-08-24 03:57
L’Oreal Color Riche Lipstick in Wisteria Rose
As I get older, I’m both more and less forthcoming. I’ve learned that some things are better left unsaid, while some that were… Read More
2016-08-15 00:38
I’ve been getting a large number of questions about my skin-care routine, so I thought I’d provide a visual look at my a.m. and p.m. regimens. It looks like a lot of steps, but I… Read More
2016-08-10 02:33
Like to Know It provides users with personalized shopping information
If you’re like me, you’re constantly checking out other women. Not in a sexual way (not that there’s a… Read More
2016-08-06 03:00
From short and straight to longer and curly
Hair is a peculiar thing. We’re never happy with what we have. It’s too thin or too thick, too straight or too curly. Too wavy or not… Read More
2016-08-02 00:26
Ofra Long-Lasting Metallic Liquid Lipstick Trio
Matte liquid lipstick has been the rage for quite some time now, and that can only mean one thing: It’s time for cosmetic companies to s… Read More
2016-08-01 01:34
As almost anyone who’s overweight will tell you, feeling fat often puts the brakes on sex. It’s a body image thing: You don’t feel sexy and that affects your behavior in t… Read More
2016-07-31 07:29
What do the items in the photo above have in common? They’re impulse buys — products I just happened upon when out shopping and decided to give a try. For the most part, these p… Read More
2016-07-27 21:11
Let’s talk about lips. Why? Because over on Instagram, where I post daily makeup and lipstick looks, I get a lot of questions about my lips. I’d say questions about my skin-care… Read More
2016-07-25 18:41
Hospital vigil, Day 3
Friday morning, I was at the Columbia, S.C., airport bright and early. I sat waiting for my flight to Dallas, a neatly packed carry-on bag at my side. Inside were… Read More
2016-07-23 21:47
Hello, everyone! I’m so honored that the talented Laura of the blog Looking Joli Good nominated me for the “One Lovely Blog” award. Please be sure to check out Laura’… Read More
2016-07-19 21:10
Get more touchable, desirable skin with a great body lotion or cream
We can be pretty certain The Who didn’t have body lotion in mind when the rock opera “Tommy” was compos… Read More
2016-07-15 22:49
NUDESTIX eye, cheek and lip pencils an… Read More
2016-07-15 00:18
Not so lustworthy after all
Have you ever had a crush that ended in disappointment? Lusted after a guy (or girl) for weeks or months, only to realize the fantasy was better than the reality?… Read More
2016-07-12 22:15
A lot of my Instagram followers are asking me to start a YouTube site so they can follow step by step as I apply my makeup. I do plan to do it, but so far I haven’t had time to learn t… Read More
2016-07-10 22:05
My Misfit Shine 2 Activity Tracker
This blog isn’t about a misfit romance — although I’ve had plenty of those in my life. Nope, it’s a about a different kind of love:… Read More
2016-07-08 05:30
Summer is here in full force — at least in North America — and that means a lot of people are spending time either poolside or at the beach. They’re working on relaxing as… Read More
2016-07-06 21:35
I was so excited last week to receive my first box from Influenster containing a free product for review. I’m a noted insomniac, so it was only appropriate that I receive a sample of Z… Read More
2016-06-16 20:09
My hair is naturally wavy, something I battled with for years. When I was young, I actually liked the texture. I’m a child of the 70s, so I let it grow long and when I used hot rollers… Read More
2016-06-02 22:46
Anastasia Beverly Hills Modern Renaissance Palette, liquid lipsticks in Soft Lilac (l) and Dusty Rose (r)When it comes to makeup products, I’m wildest about eyeshadow palettes and lips… Read More
2016-05-24 19:41
For some women — including me — winged eyeliner is one of the most difficult makeup tricks to master. It requires a steady hand and precision, and even then it’s easy to bo… Read More
2016-05-20 21:47
They say that for every good selfie posted to Facebook and Instagram, there are dozens of nearly identical selfies that didn’t make the cut. That’s pretty much true, unless you l… Read More
2016-05-12 01:03
Sometimes the packaging and concept suck me in, and such was the case with Lipstick Queen’s Frog Prince lipstick and blush. After all, what girl hasn’t kissed a frog or two? And… Read More
2016-05-10 03:45
I love my shower, not to mention my bath. I’m usually a two-per-day person, taking either two showers or a shower in the morning and a bath at night, simply because I like to feel clea… Read More
2016-05-05 21:05
Some guys are leg men, others are into breasts and some have a thing for perfect, pouty lips. Give the latter group a thrill with one of the latest lipstick crazes: ombré lips… Read More
2016-05-04 21:35
At the end of everyone’s life, there’s a dash; one that links their year of birth and date of death. That simple little dash represents a lifetime of experiences, from first date… Read More
2016-05-04 00:05
All I can say is, “Thank goodness the first four months of 2016 ended on a high note!” I’ve just returned from a wonderful cruise that reset my attitude and snapped m… Read More
2016-05-02 04:31
Let’s talk makeup, skin care and more
Hello, friends! I’m just back from a cruise vacation and am easing my way back into the real world. My April favorites blog will go up soo… Read More
2016-04-20 22:23
Coachella, the spring music festival, is headed into its second weekend in Indio, California, which means I’m in the midst of rhapsodizing over the bohemian, pseudo-gypsy and hippie-es… Read More
2016-04-19 02:56
Thanks so much to the wonderful BeautyliciousStyle for nominating me for the Liebster Award. It’s for new bloggers and is a great way for us to get exposure, reach out to new subscribe… Read More
2016-04-18 01:44
The Estee Lauder Bronze Goddess Palettes
I have to confess that I’ve always thought of Estée Lauder as a brand for older women. Not in a good way, but as a mecca for matrons wh… Read More
2006-06-07 11:16
I never believed I suffered from seasonal affective disorder, but after more than a month of unusually gloomy and rainy weather, I’ve forgotten what a sunny day looks like. The ra… Read More
2006-06-07 11:16
Hello, everyone, from soggy Columbia, South Carolina. The city was hit hard this week by what weather experts are calling a thousand-year storm. My home is above water, although it was touch… Read More
2006-06-07 11:16
Everyone has beauty favorites — products they purchase again and again because they deliver everything promised. We all have beauty busts too. Some are impulse buys, while others are&n&hell…Read More
2006-06-07 11:16
Sorry for the delay between posts: I’m just recovering from a terrible, lingering end-of-summer cold. Don’t you hate those? Anyway, now that my nasal passages are clearing and I… Read More
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