Meltproof Makeup

Love your skin the way it deserves! Although it's easy to forget, sunscreen is your skin's 'best friend' and an absolute must-have.

Go for a non-greasy, face-specialized sunscreen like La Roche-Posay's miracle worker that keeps your skin matte and protected. It's like giving your face a refreshing glass of lemonade on a sunny day and provides immediate long-lasting anti-shine sun protection that's lightweight with a matt appearance.

Let it thoroughly dry before moving on to the next step.

Primer is a MAGNET for foundation! It's a burst of magic that keeps everything in place.

Skincare and makeup are designed to work together; primer works between the two to smooth the skin, hide blemishes and blur the pores. 

A favorite of mine is No. 7 Airbrush Away which I'm surprised to see is now available in the US. It can be applied over sunscreen without detracting from the protection.

Just warm it up in your fingers and dot-dot-smooth over your face for a velvety-smooth picture-perfect canvas. 

Let's keep things light and breezy! A feather-light foundation that doesn't budge is every woman's dream. 

Use a damp sponge to swipe on MAC Pro Longwear Nourishing Waterproof Foundation for an air-kissed glow that works in heat and under lights. You want makeup to appear as light and effortless as possible but with staying power! If you want a heavier makeup just layer up.

Use the matching MAC Pro Longwear Concealer where you need it, you'll find it just doesn't budge!

For mature eyes, cream eyeshadow is often the most suitable option. They’re gentle on the delicate skin around the eyes and can provide long-lasting, crease-free results. 

Bobbi Brown shadow sticks are the perfect choice for an easy glam but they've rocketed in price and Kiko Milano long-lasting shadow sticks provide a superb alternative. Whichever you choose you'll feel color confident with a youthful twinkle!

A liquid eye liner will always stay far better than a kohl pencil and it's worth practicing. Check out this great article on best eyeliner tips for women over 40.

Obviously it's a no brainer to choose your favorite waterproof mascara.

Every lipstick looks better when you work within a defined line. Many ads show it as a very hard line but it doesn't have to be that obvious!  

As I'm fair and can't wear a strong lip, I choose a slightly deeper lip liner which gives definition to a lighter lipstick. You'll find this is a trick that works well!

For a movie star finish, apply lipstick with a brush, blot and re-apply. 

The final flourish—grab a fluffy brush and dust a translucent powder across the center zone of your face; it's your makeup's guardian angel.

Instead of re-powdering during the day which can look 'cakey', keep some blotting sheets in your bag. Dab a Clean 'n' Clear oil absorbing sheet over your face and soak up excess oil without spoiling your makeup.

And how about a spritz of L'Oreal 3 second Setting Spray to seal the deal?