Skin longevity.
My commitment to honesty in beauty extends to not deceiving myself or my readers: we all know what these terms mean, and I am aware of which one consumers Google in their millions.
I turned 50 recently. I was and am delighted about it. To still be alive, healthy, loved and in love feels like a lottery win. I’ve no desire to return to my 20s or 30s, when I cared more, knew less and had greater insecurities around my appearance than now. I don’t believe many of us at any age wish to be mistaken for someone much younger. And yet we know that people of all ages would like to keep skin glowier, smoother, juicier, firmer and flexible for longer. It’s a fine thing to want, and I find any accusations that this signals shame and desperation around growing old to be hugely patronising and selective. If you don’t care about skin ageing, great. Carry on. If you do, the products here will help in a realistic way.
There are deliberate omissions.
There are no cleansers here. Cleansing is the second most important step after sun protection. But because creams, balms and washes are on our faces so briefly, their ability to do anything lasting to skin’s ageing process is limited. Cleansing is vital to healthy skin. So the key is to do it – whichever cleanser is a pleasure to use, effective in makeup, dirt and sunscreen removal, regardless of anti-ageing claims.
Including eye creams.
Similarly, I haven’t included eye creams, which is perhaps controversial, given that brands – and consumers – believe them to be the magic bullet against signs of ageing. They aren’t. If you love them, or can’t tolerate your usual skincare around the eyes, get one. But you don’t need an eye cream if your facial products contain the right anti-ageing ingredients and can be worn comfortably all over (I know very few dermatologists who use eye creams). And no, I don’t believe any cream or serum will change the presence of loose eye bags – you’ll need to see an aesthetic doctor if that’s what is driving you crazy.
I also haven’t covered makeup because it is dependent on skin type and aesthetic preference, and because I am more appalled by the term “age appropriate” than “anti-ageing”. If one feels the urge to wear neon-pink lipstick at 50 or glittery eyeliner at 90, then one should do so. Time is finite. Enjoy it.
Cream makeup products.
Cream makeup products can be a fantastic addition to anyone’s makeup collection. They provide a subtle, dewy finish that looks natural and radiant on the skin, and are renowned for being easy to apply, even for makeup newbies! From cream blushes and bronzers to skin tints, there are many products available that can be easily incorporated into your routine and elevate your makeup!
What are Cream Makeup Products?
Cream products are simply makeup products with a cream or emollient base. This base helps to blend seamlessly into the skin, avoiding any unwanted lines or streaks. Some of our popular cream makeup products include the Glow Milk Cream Blushers (we just added some new shades! and Vitamin Babe Cream Bronzers.
Make Cream Makeup Last All Day.
One of the biggest concerns with cream makeup is longevity. It can sometimes fade faster than powder makeup products. Here are a few helpful tips to make sure your makeup lasts throughout the day:
- Begin with a clean and moisturised base.
- Use a primer before applying any makeup. This will help to smooth out your skin and prevent your makeup from sliding off. Our Mioworry Body Lotion is really going to help your cream products stay put.
- Set your cream makeup products with a powder. This will help lock the cream product in place and keep it looking fresh throughout the day. We love to set our Glow Milk Cream Blush with its complimentary Glow Milk Powder Blush shade.