Older ladies - make up for dark circles with crepey-ness??!

booter

So I've got a double whammy - the under eye area is very crepey and dark. Not so much of a problem in my younger days (no so much crepey-ness!) but as I approach 50, I'm having a problem finding foundation/concealer which doesn't drop into the lines of the crepes, seemingly almost immediately! I've tried different methods of application - brushes, dotting with finger, different shapes of sponge/latex applicators etc. And I've tried loads of different foundations & concealers. So much in fact that I now have a cupboard full of barely used products - I dread to think how much they've cost Oh and anything with even a hint of "shimmer" or highlighter just seems to highlight the problem (so the usual recommendation of Touche Eclat, in my case, was useless )
I have melasma, so need some coverage. Most days I just use Nivea tinted moisturising day cream, but for nights out, I like to use a foundation.
Am I doing something wrong? Does anyone have any suggestions? (other than a large brown paper bag :rotfl:)

silvercar

I was told its all about layering. So some sort of primer followed by a concealer and then a foundation on top.

booter

Thanks silvercar Yep, I've bought primers too And I've tried applying concealer both before & after foundation - it didn't seem to make any difference

donnac2558

Do you or have you used an eye cream? Tinted moisturiser won't give enough for round the eyes.

Moisture might help the crêpey, nothing will get rid unfortunately.

Ann_Armstrong_2

Really need to change foundation first more suitable for the mature person, and less is more. Plus if using concealer just a dab under eye lightly tapping it with finger to blend. If you need to use a powder to 'fix' only use a very fine one as powder will sit and cling to any crevice or wrinkle making it more prominent.

helcat26

There is this stuff
Supposedly a concealer, smoother and wrinkle reducer.
I guess you put it on and it kind of sets and contracts
http://www.wunderlift.co.uk/w/tour/?gclid=CIHWwqq0vNECFcsp0wodPpYFuw


If you try it let me know if it works. Seems cheaper on ebay

SuiDreams

I would recommend using a good eye serum and eye cream 1st, ensure you use primer (you need one that will hydrate). Have you tried using a colour corrector under the eye as that should help cancel out the darkness, use before foundation.


I bought a family friend (who recently turned 70) an Urban Decay Make up lesson last year. She normally would use quite heavy foundation to cover everything, but tried their Naked skin foundation and concealer and loved it. Their foundation is very light but buildable so you can get quite a good finish without it setting in lines

Bogalot

booter get yourself over to mumsnet. There's a big thread for those of a crepey disposition!

booter

donnac2558 wrote: »

Do you or have you used an eye cream? Tinted moisturiser won't give enough for round the eyes.

Moisture might help the crêpey, nothing will get rid unfortunately.

Yes, sadly lots of eye creams (moisturising types, not make up)(including one with "snake venom"!!). At night I look like a particularly greasy panda :rotfl:

Ann_Armstrong wrote: »

Really need to change foundation first more suitable for the mature person, and less is more. Plus if using concealer just a dab under eye lightly tapping it with finger to blend. If you need to use a powder to 'fix' only use a very fine one as powder will sit and cling to any crevice or wrinkle making it more prominent.

Any recommendations?

helcat26 wrote: »

There is this stuff
Supposedly a concealer, smoother and wrinkle reducer.
I guess you put it on and it kind of sets and contracts
http://www.wunderlift.co.uk/w/tour/?gclid=CIHWwqq0vNECFcsp0wodPpYFuw

If you try it let me know if it works. Seems cheaper on ebay

I've actually considered something similar....but after the amount of money I've wasted, I didn't want to take a punt on another "snake oil" to be disappointed again. Plus, the reviews I've read indicate that only mineral makeup should be used with these, and that's the one sort of makeup I don't (yet) have. So yet more expense!

Oh and thanks Bogalot - I'll go have a look!

summerlady_2

I haven't tried any of their products but you may wish to check out Look Fabulous Forever.


https://www.lookfabulousforever.com/


I think it is for people older than you but they have various DVDs that show how to apply makeup etc to best effect.


I plan to order their eye primer, but I am still using an old one so not just yet.

booter

Thanks summerlady. I've had a look and whilst interesting, none of the videos appear to address my specific issues. And although tempted, I just can't afford to spend any more on make-up - age "appropriate" or not!! *Sigh*