The 5 minute face – A video makeup lesson for women over 50

Elizabeth Rist

<a href="https://primewomen.com/author/erist/">Elizabeth Rist</a></p> <p>, who’s a long-time contributor to Prime Women, and a professional makeup artist who regularly does the makeup for mature women, took the time to give one of our readers a makeover and makeup lesson for women over 50 specifically. In this video, she’ll teach you a quick 5 minute makeup routine you can easily do when rushed for time, but still look naturally put together.</p> <p>Watch for more of her makeup tutorials on our new <a href="https://www.youtube.com/c/PRiMEWomen/?sub_confirmation=1" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">YouTube channel! Subscribe</a> so you don’t miss any! </p> <h2>How to apply makeup for women over 50 in 5 minutes</h2> <h3>1. STEP 1 – Moisturize, Moisturize, Moisturize</h3> <ul> <li>It’s one of the most important things you can do.  Protect your skin and moisturize</li> <li>While you’re at it – give yourself a face massage. Anytime you can use your hands to apply lotions and makeup, you’ll stimulate your circulation. Your face will love you forever!</li> <li> Elizabeth Recommends: <a style="font-size: 1rem;" href="https://rstyle.me/+IRy9_V8k5WgjemP7p0vQ1A" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">CeraVe Ultra-light Moisturizing Lotion SPF 30</a></li> </ul> <h3>2. STEP 2 – Eyes</h3> <p> Yes! Eyes go next. Why? So you can clean up anything that falls under eye and reduce darkness </p> <ol> <li> <h4>Eye Primer</h4> <ul> <li>Only a need a hint – no need to cake it on.</li> <li>Clear or skin tinted is best (instead of one with a shimmer)</li> <li>Elizabeth Recommends: <a href="https://rstyle.me/+p9nET9xrR2uITMx61zEa9Q" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Benefit “Stay don’t Stray” Eyeshadow Primer</a></li> </ul> </li> <li> <h4>Eye Shadow</h4> <h4><a href="https://primewomen.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/Screenshot-2019-10-04-14.11.03.png"><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="size-medium wp-image-54509 aligncenter" src="https://primewomen.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/Screenshot-2019-10-04-14.11.03-264x300.png" alt="In this makeup lesson for women over 50 pull the eye to get in the creases" width="264" height="300" srcset="https://primewomen.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/Screenshot-2019-10-04-14.11.03-264x300.png 264w, https://primewomen.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/Screenshot-2019-10-04-14.11.03.png 483w" sizes="(max-width: 264px) 100vw, 264px" /></a></h4> <ul> <li>Start with a skin tone</li> <li>Apply liberally in small circles</li> <li>Gently pull the eye out to the side to get a smooth surface</li> <li>Following your normal lash line to the edge of your brow to find the correct placement</li> <li>Apply a lighter taupe or grey to create a soft sideways V slightly above the crease</li> <li>Use a <a href="https://rstyle.me/+xA4EkPk-KQLcj5xAaF_Qew" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">bigger fluffy brush</a> for no harsh lines</li> <li>Elizabeth Recommends: <a href="https://rstyle.me/+7BlSjNgA2bRu9OoEvjFQjA" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Kat Von D Shade + Light Eye Contour Palette</a> or <a href="https://rstyle.me/+y0JvaKB194_UZ15A1yfOvg" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Smashbox Cover Shot Eyeshadow Palette – Minimalist</a></li> </ul> </li> <li> <h4>Shadow Liner</h4> <ul> <li>Use an angled brush</li> <li>Choose a natural medium shadow color- not too dark or too light</li> <li>Stamp it down right at the lash line</li> <li>Move outside inward and then inside outward</li> </ul> </li> </ol> <h3>STEP 3 – BASE</h3> <ol> <li> <h4>Face Primer</h4> <ul> <li>Apply with fingertips to T Zone area only</li> <li>Recommended primer: <a href="https://rstyle.me/+rC8Oe0F_6E4f6EGf1kMboA" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Dermalogica Hydrablur Primer</a></li> </ul> </li> <li> <h4> Foundation</h4> <ul> <li>Apply a light Application</li> <li>Avoid a matte, cakey look – it tends to sink into lines and wrinkles</li> <li>Look for a light silicon or water based foundation with emulsifiers in them</li> <li>Consider “BB Creams” – (lighter than foundation but heavier than tinted moisturizers, with SPF and anti-oxidants) or “CC Creams” – (color correcting creams with a lighter feel to them)</li> <li>To soften the look, dampen a sponge and pat around your face</li> <li>Elizabeth Recommends: <a href="https://rstyle.me/+XBlLp0dAY57A_ypUfvXG8w" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">It Cosmetics CC+ Cream with SPF 50+ “Your Skin or Better”</a> or…read all her recos in <a href="https://primewomen.com/beauty-and-fashion/skin-care-and-makeup/best-foundations-mature-skin/">MAKEUP FOR WOMEN OVER 50: THE 7 BEST FOUNDATIONS</a></li> </ul> </li> <li> <h4>Concealer<a href="https://primewomen.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/Screenshot-2019-10-04-14.14.32.png"><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="aligncenter wp-image-54510 size-medium" title="How to do makeup in 5 minutes" src="https://primewomen.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/Screenshot-2019-10-04-14.14.32-298x300.png?_t=1602639880" alt="Showing how to apply concealer for women over 50" width="298" height="300" srcset="https://primewomen.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/Screenshot-2019-10-04-14.14.32-298x300.png 298w, https://primewomen.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/Screenshot-2019-10-04-14.14.32-150x150.png 150w, https://primewomen.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/Screenshot-2019-10-04-14.14.32-640x645.png 640w, https://primewomen.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/Screenshot-2019-10-04-14.14.32-624x629.png 624w, https://primewomen.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/Screenshot-2019-10-04-14.14.32-200x200.png 200w, https://primewomen.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/Screenshot-2019-10-04-14.14.32-600x605.png 600w, https://primewomen.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/Screenshot-2019-10-04-14.14.32-100x100.png 100w, https://primewomen.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/Screenshot-2019-10-04-14.14.32.png 655w" sizes="(max-width: 298px) 100vw, 298px" /></a></h4> <ul> <li>Use 1 – 2 shades lighter than skin tone</li> <li>Apply a very light layer right underneath eyes</li> <li>Also use anyplace you have a little redness, like around the nose</li> <li>Don’t use on blemishes, though, as it will make them stand out more</li> <li>If applying with your fingertips, use ring or middle finger and softly tap</li> <li>Elizabeth Recommends: <a href="https://rstyle.me/+P5eyIemteSxj60Xf4Dvwvw" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Stila Aqua Glow Serum Concealer</a></li> </ul> </li> <li> <h4>Powder set</h4> <ul> <li>Set concealer with a light dash of translucent powder</li> <li>Apply a light powder only in the T Zone</li> <li>Elizabeth Recommends: <a href="https://rstyle.me/+hpfruVaV0BygNXnSO1DUvQ" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">It Cosmetics Bye Bye Pores Silk HD Anti-Aging Micro Powder</a> or <a href="https://www.limelifebyalcone.com/elizabethristmua/product/AAHPPPC?category=Complexion" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Limelife by Alcone</a></li> </ul> </li> </ol> <h3>STEP 5 – Brows</h3> <ul> <li>Go for a neutral tone eye shadow – avoid auburns and warm tones</li> <li>Use two similar colors for dimension</li> <li>Take small vertical strokes with a firm eye shadow brush</li> <li>Just fill in your natural brow line</li> <li>Extend just slightly at the end to the angle of your lash line</li> <li>Soften with your damp sponge</li> <li>Elizabeth Recommends: <a href="https://rstyle.me/+yTBbKBD5oVtsnVGXs0Ek9A">Anastasia Beverly Hills Brow Powder Duo</a></li> </ul> <h3>STEP 6 – Mascara</h3> <ul> <li>Do a light layer Fiberlash or Mascara – just get a little bit on upper and lower lashes</li> <li>Elizabeth Recommends: <a href="https://rstyle.me/+-h3tdp4zBgk4KaWIWUOOEA" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Too Faced Better Than Sex Mascara</a></li> </ul> <h3>STEP 7 – Blush</h3> <ul> <li>Relax your face (no smile)</li> <li>Tap your brush once to get off excess color</li> <li>With a big fluffy brush pop a bit of color right above cheekbone</li> <li>Pounce up toward your temple softly – no harsh angles</li> <li>The goal is to lift your face</li> <li>Elizabeth Recommends: <a href="https://amzn.to/32VTTlg" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Revlon Photoready Cream Blush in Pinched</a> or for more recommendations….read her article <a href="https://primewomen.com/beauty-and-fashion/skin-care-and-makeup/how-to-apply-blush/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">HOW TO APPLY BLUSH AND THE BEST TYPES FOR MATURE SKIN</a></li> </ul> <p><a href="https://primewomen.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/Screenshot-2019-10-04-14.18.54.png"><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="alignnone size-medium wp-image-54511" src="https://primewomen.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/Screenshot-2019-10-04-14.18.54-300x256.png" alt width="300" height="256" srcset="https://primewomen.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/Screenshot-2019-10-04-14.18.54-300x256.png 300w, https://primewomen.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/Screenshot-2019-10-04-14.18.54-640x546.png 640w, https://primewomen.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/Screenshot-2019-10-04-14.18.54-624x532.png 624w, https://primewomen.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/Screenshot-2019-10-04-14.18.54-600x512.png 600w, https://primewomen.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/Screenshot-2019-10-04-14.18.54.png 740w" sizes="(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px" /></a></p> <h3>STEP 8 – Lips</h3> <ul> <li>Elizabeth Recommends <a href="https://primewomen.rurl.me/limelife_erist_lipstick_knottelling" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">LimeLife Perfect Lipstick #100 – “Knot telling”</a></li> </ul> <p> This makeup lesson for women over 50 make look like it has a lot of steps. But they only require quick applications. Once you’ve applied to your own face a couple of times, this will be an easy routine to manage when you’re headed out the door for a casual day at the office or running around town.</p> <p><a href="https://www.youtube.com/c/PRiMEWomen/?sub_confirmation=1" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">>SUBSCRIBE: PRIME WOMEN’S GUIDE TO BEAUTY YOUTUBE CHANNEL – NEW VIDEOS EVERY THURSDAY!</a></p> <p><em><strong>Read Next:</strong></em></p> <p><a href="https://primewomen.com/beauty-and-fashion/skin-care-and-makeup/best-face-primers-women-over-50/">Best Face Primers For Women Over 50</a></p> <p><a href="https://primewomen.com/beauty-and-fashion/skin-care-and-makeup/best-drugstore-makeup-brands/">Ultimate Guide to the Best Drugstore Makeup Brands</a></p> <p><a href="https://primewomen.com/beauty-and-fashion/skin-care-and-makeup/best-makeup-for-women-over-50/">The Best Makeup for Women Over 50</a></p> <p><a href="https://primewomen.com/beauty-and-fashion/skin-care-and-makeup/best-way-to-apply-foundation/" rel>THE BEST WAY TO APPLY FOUNDATION</a></p> <p><a href="https://primewomen.com/beauty-and-fashion/skin-care-and-makeup/how-to-put-on-makeup-tips-from-an-expert/" rel>READ: HOW TO PUT ON MAKEUP: TIPS FROM AN EXPERT</a></p> <p><a href="https://primewomen.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/5-Minute-Makeup-for-Women-After-50.jpg"><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" class=" wp-image-68211 aligncenter" src="https://primewomen.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/5-Minute-Makeup-for-Women-After-50.jpg" alt="5 Minute Makeup for Women After 50" width="336" height="504" srcset="https://primewomen.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/5-Minute-Makeup-for-Women-After-50.jpg 1000w, https://primewomen.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/5-Minute-Makeup-for-Women-After-50-200x300.jpg 200w, https://primewomen.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/5-Minute-Makeup-for-Women-After-50-683x1024.jpg 683w, https://primewomen.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/5-Minute-Makeup-for-Women-After-50-768x1152.jpg 768w, https://primewomen.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/5-Minute-Makeup-for-Women-After-50-640x960.jpg 640w, https://primewomen.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/5-Minute-Makeup-for-Women-After-50-624x936.jpg 624w" sizes="(max-width: 336px) 100vw, 336px" /></a></p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p>

Elizabeth Rist

A native of Dallas, Texas, Elizabeth has studied and applied a wide variety of makeup for the past decade. She loves beauty makeup but is also professionally trained in special FX, bodypaint, and hairstyling. She loves the challenges and freedom that art gives her through makeup. Her experience with fashion shoots, headshots, and making private clients look their best requires that she be informed about the latest advancements in makeup and application today.

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