10 Best Makeup Products for Mature Skin, According to Our 50-Something Tester
The Best Makeup Products for Mature Skin: A Guide for Older Women
But here's where it gets controversial... While some may argue that makeup is about chasing youth, the best makeup products for mature skin are all about enhancing what you have and making you feel good. With the right formulas, makeup can hydrate, smooth, and soften fine lines, boost radiance, and help skin look rested and fresh at any age. Finding the perfect makeup for mature skin can feel overwhelming, but we're here to help you get to the bottom of what works best for older women.
Our Top Picks for Mature Skin Makeup
- Best Tinted Moisturizer: Laura Mercier Tinted Moisturizer Natural Dewy with SPF 30 - A buildable, sheer-to-medium finish that provides natural coverage and makes skin look softer and smoother. But be warned, the formula is very thick and not fragrance-free.
- Best Foundation: Charlotte Tilbury Beautiful Skin Medium Coverage Foundation - A hydrating foundation that won't crease or crack, infused with hyaluronic acid and coconut extract to gently hydrate and boost skin radiance. However, it's pricey for the size and lacks SPF.
- Best Concealer: Nars Radiant Creamy Concealer - A creamy concealer that brightens dark circles and blurs lines, but the applicator could use some improvement.
- Best Mascara: Thrive Causemetics Liquid Lash Extensions Mascara - A gentle mascara that doesn't clump and is suitable for sensitive eyes. However, it can be a bit messy.
- Best Setting Powder: Huda Beauty Easy Bake Blurring Loose Baking & Setting Powder - A finely milled powder that minimizes shine and smooths texture without settling into fine lines.
- Best Blush: Jones Road Miracle Balm - A cream-based balm that provides a healthy flush without settling into lines, and can be used as a blush, highlighter, and bronzer.
- Best Eyeshadow: Merit Solo Shadow Cream Eyeshadow - A highly pigmented, crease-resistant cream eyeshadow that lasts all day.
- Best Brow Product: Anastasia Beverly Hills Brow Wiz - A highly pigmented, easy-to-use brow pencil that mimics real hair and stays put all day.
- Best Lip Product: Clinique Pop Lip + Cheek Oil - A sheer, buildable liquid blush that hydrates and nourishes the lips and cheeks.
- Best Setting Spray: Urban Decay All Nighter Makeup Setting Spray - A lightweight, hydrating setting spray that makes makeup budge-proof and elongates wear.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What should you look for in products for mature skin? Hydration, lightweight and buildable formulas, and luminous finishes. Avoid anything too matte or full-coverage.
- What are your tips for getting flawless makeup on older skin? Keep skin hydrated, use a primer, and choose liquid or cream foundations. Apply thin layers and build up coverage slowly.
- Is it better to use powder or liquid foundation for mature skin? Liquid foundations are recommended for mature skin as they won't settle into fine lines.
- What makeup should mature skin avoid? Heavy matte finishes and anything too full-coverage.
How We Tested
We tapped a mature Glamour contributor to test twenty makeup products, narrowing them down based on ingredients, application method, and longevity. These picks were the very best of the best, helping to minimize wrinkles, enhance plumpness, and result in brighter, radiant skin and glow.
Meet the Experts
- Brielle Pollara, a New Jersey-based makeup artist
- Kasey Spickard, a NYC-based makeup artist
- Marisa Garshick, MD, FAAD, a board-certified dermatologist based in NYC
