1) You need a concealer that works and that you can rely on! Consider trying this fabulous department store concealer that I highly recommend to everyone.2) You need a nice blowdryer and hair style routine that you can trust to always give you a great, frizz-free look. If you prefer to have sexy wavy hair, or even curls, try the Amazing Curl-Secret!
3) You need a wonderful foundation brush. My favorite foundation brush is from Sephora, and you can read about it here. If you need a great brush, head on over to Sephora or your favorite makeup-counter and give a few of them a try.
4) You should have two favorite GO-TO nail polish colors, one bright and one natural/nude polish color that look great any time of the year and goes with any outfit!
5) You need a great sunscreen that works and that you actually wear. Here is one of my favorites. Sunscreen is one of the most important things you need in your beauty routine. It prevents premature aging, will keep your skin looking fabulous as you age and protects you from the evil rays of the sun that can give you skin caner.
6) You need a fabulous perfume. Everyone knows that not every single fragrance smells the same on everyone. This is because of our own body’s natural scent and oils that can either make the fragrance smell even more amazing or turn it into a weird B.O. smell that no one likes. So try a bunch, and pick your favorite!
7) You need a natural-looking eyebrow pencil that you can carry in your purse at all times to touch up your brows during the day. You do not need an eyebrow pencil if your eyebrows are tattooed, smudge-free and look so incredible that no one even knows they are permanent makeup.
8) You need a mascara that will not flake or fail you throughout the day. Stay away from waterproof mascara unless you are going to a wedding or a sappy chick-flick. Waterproof mascaras tend to be super harsh and can even pull out your lashes when you are removing your mascara at the end of the day. So far, there is one mascara that has not failed me yet - mascara 1.
9) You should have a supplement and vitamin routine ritual. Keep in mind that as we get older we should be updating this according to our doctor’s orders and guidance. Probiotics, fish oils and vitamin D should be included unless your doctor orders against it, for some reason. Did you know that while supplements are great to take, you should avoid taking certain ones before surgery and even before your first permanent makeup appointment?
10) You must have a wonderful moisturizer that works for your skin! Remember that as we age we should reevaluate our skin and the condition it is in because sometimes the products we are using in our 20s and 30s are the right products for our 40s and 50s. Here is a fabulous moisturizer!
11) You should have a go-to lipstick that can work any time of the day, any time of the year and with anything that you wear. Most likely it should be on the natural side with a blush of color. If your lips are tattooed with a blush of color, then keeping a clear lip gloss handy works great! You can also keep one of my all time favorites: Waxelene in your purse! It is great for dry chapped lips and also adds some shine! Pucker up, babe!
12) You should have a little black dress that will look good either dressed up or dressed down.
13) You should have comfortable shoes: sneakers/closed-toed (try Dansko), flip flops (try Fit Flops), and heels (funny story about high heels).
14) You should have a lotion that works for your skin - whether it is dry or oily. It is a great idea to keep a small travel size tube or jar in your purse, car, work desk and gym bag. One of my favorites that I keep at home works great because it can be turned upside down to be sprayed in hard to reach places like the back of my legs, my shoulders or lower back. Or you can try this, handmade lotion where all the profits go to charity!
15) You should have a fabulous bra that fits! A long time ago, Oprah did a show all about wearing the right bra and it was said that about 80% of women aren’t wearing the right band or cup size! How is this even possible!? Do yourself a favor and head to the nearest Victoria’s Secret and get measured for free. Whether you choose to buy a bra there or elsewhere, get measured, write your correct size down and start with that. It might even be a good idea to get measured every 5 or so years (unless you have gained or lost a significant amount of weight).
Remember: A good bra is like a good friend, hard to find, supportive and comfortable, always lifts you up, never lets your down or leaves you hanging!
Athena Karsant was honored with Best of San Francisco & Best of Beverly Hills for 2013!
Athena also offers Complimentary Consultations. To learn more about Athena's work,
see before and after photos and read testimonials from both clients and doctors,
please visit her website FoolingMotherNature.com
Athena also offers Complimentary Consultations. To learn more about Athena's work,
see before and after photos and read testimonials from both clients and doctors,
please visit her website FoolingMotherNature.com
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