Fabulous Over Forty – Where Beauty Is Ageless

Our beauty routines definitely vary from summer to winter, especially if you live where the weather changes dramatically like it does where I live.   I’ve put together my list of 9 Summer Must-Haves $20 or less that will fit most any budget and are sure to please.

Jouer makes some of my favorite must-haves any time of the year and I love the Moisture Tints,.  This packaging of it is the newest addition to their line.   These Mini Luminizing Moisture Tints are perfect for summer.   Light enough to let your skin breathe, SPF protection and a glowy complexion, all the things that are a must for over 40 skin.   But now in these mini sizes you can carry one in your handbag, desk, makeup bag at home and maybe even give one to share with a friend so they know how fabulous they are too!   $20 for a pack of 4.  Golden is my perfect shade.

Avon is ready to help you with your summer frizzy hair.   Their new Advance Techniques Frizz Control Lotus Shield is simple to use and helps keep frizz at bay for up to 3 days.   No more out of control, frizzies in these humid summer days.   Just apply a dollop of this to damp hair, then add your regular styling products, style your hair and you are set to go!   Reg. $12

Essie nail polishes have so many wonderful shades to choose from.   My go-to shade for summer the last few years has been Mini How High.   It’s the perfect pink that keeps your nails looking fresh, clean, professional and crisply polished.   $8

American Beauty has some fabulous colors in their makeup line.  This Pretty Bronze Bronzing Powder goes on beautifully.   There are a few shades to choose from to match your skin tone, and it comes in a nicely mirrored compact with an actual usable brush!  Reg. $17.50

Jouer’s Cheek and Lip Tints are summer simple to use.  You can use your fingers or a brush to give you a sheer beautiful flush on your cheeks or tap on your lips for a pop of color.  This shade is Whisper, but there are 7 additional shades for your perfect match.   $20 

Take an energizing shower using Liz Earle Energizing Body Wash.  Made with pure plant extracts, the Sweet Orange scent is so refreshing and makes you ready to face the hot, humid days.   3.3 0z size $15.

Tanning towelettes are all the rage and these Sonia Kashuk for Target Sunless Tanning Towelettes can’t be beat in measure of effectiveness and cost.   Just make sure you apply using circular motions or you may end up with streaks.   $9.99 for a package of 6 face or 4 body.

Supergoop! makes these Quick Sticks that are 100% natural, contain Vitamin C and are super easy to use.   Just swipe them on the most often sun exposed places, your face and hands.  $9 and you can use it on newborns as well. 

And last but not least, another Jouer product! Moisturizing Lip Gloss is available in 20 shades.  I own a few including this shade Divine.   They’re moisturizing, contain Vitamins A, C & E and shea butter, jojoba and pomegranate seed oils.  They’re $20 and conveniently connect to the other pieces in the line.  

I’ve decided to do a weekly column, especially for the time being, with beauty for the budget conscious person during these tough economic times. Some weeks it may be comparisons to more expensive brands, and would it be worth getting the lesser expensive item? Sometimes it may be a great classic at a bargain, and other times it may be a new find at a bargain or even a great sale price. Any way you slice it – we’re all looking for the best way to still enjoy our beauty and do it at a great price.

So today I’m going to begin with a great sale item. Trade Secret is clearing out Essie nail products at a bargain of 30% off! Yes, you can pick up any Essie nail color – which normally sells for approximately $7.00, is now less than $5.00. Hurry to your nearest Trade Secret, because once they’re gone, they’re all gone.

Get thee to a Nordstrom store or to Nordstrom.com for pre-ordering any of the beauty exclusives. These become available to ship or pick up on Friday, July 18th, but you can reserve your favorites now.

After scouring their website to see what is available, these were a few of the special bargains that I thought might be worth looking into. You may have other favorites, so be sure to check it out.

This Giorgio Armani set includes mascara, lip gloss, eye liner, a foundation and Fluid Silk sample as well as a Prive’ sample in a black case. $108 value for $55.

These mini Essie nail polish colors are beautiful for fall! This is a must on my list – only $15.

This Smashbox “Socialite” set is a $161 value for only $59. Smashbox always has some of the best value sets out there and this is no exception.

This MAC lip color is only $14 and it is a lipstick with a coordinating core color with a pearl-finished core. Available in 4 shades.

Bobbi Brown has this “Cocoa Mauve” collection – an $83 value for $65. A metallic eye shadow, blush, lipstick, gel eye liner all in a nylon bag.

Be sure to check out what might be your favorite exclusive.