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I am a Gen-X beauty and lifestyle blogger based in Kansas. My focus is skincare and makeup for users 45 and up. If you had a Walkman or Discman, you’ve found the right place. Here you will find product reviews and more in-depth explorations of trends and technology to help you age better without overspending.
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The Latest Gen X Beauty Review
- Gentle Cleansing Balm for Menopausal Skin
Good Molecules Instant Cleansing Balm is an excellent budget pick for dry, mature skin. - Malin and Goetz Strawberry: An Herbal, Floral Nostalgia TripThis post contains affiliate links, and I may receive compensation Quick Take A Sophisticated Herbal Floral When I opened the pink box containing this little rollerball, I was struck by what it wasn’t. It wasn’t fancy, cute, or ornamented. The fluid inside was clear. I regret throwing the box away because it was pink andContinue reading “Malin and Goetz Strawberry: An Herbal, Floral Nostalgia Trip”
- Maybelline Lifter Plump & Glow Foundation Review: Budget-Friendly For Mature SkinMaybelline Lifter Plump & Glow Foundation Review: Budget-Friendly For Mature SkinNote: This blog contains affiliate links, and I may receive compensation. Review article below The Search I’ve been searching for a foundation that’s friendly to dry, mature skin with fine lines and wrinkles. For years, my go-to was powder foundation. Now I fund it can dry out during the day, feeling tight and decidedly uncomfortableContinue reading “Maybelline Lifter Plump & Glow Foundation Review: Budget-Friendly For Mature SkinMaybelline Lifter Plump & Glow Foundation Review: Budget-Friendly For Mature Skin”
- The Cutest Summery Lip BalmNote: This post contains affiliate links, and I may receive compensation for products readers purchase. Quick take: Winky Lux Watermelon Jelly lip balm (available on Amazon) offers silky, hydrating, pink-tinted shine for spring’s chapped lips. Read on for my take. To counteract anxiety I feel after I’ve watched the news or read some new horrorContinue reading “The Cutest Summery Lip Balm”
- A Budget Black Honey DupeClinique’s iconic Almost Lipstick currently runs about 25 dollars a tube, and if you’re a devoted fan, it’s worth it for that sheer, flattering wash of color. You can find it here. I wanted to open up some room in my budget for a few paler, seasonal shades, so I went looking for a cheaperContinue reading “A Budget Black Honey Dupe”
- A Beautiful Spring Eye Palette
Recently I took inventory of my eyeshadow wardrobe with spring in mind. I found I didn’t have a lot of pale and mid-range tones suited to spring and summer. I gravitate toward dark shades, moody tones too emo for a world of daffodils and tulips. I wanted some lighter neutrals, some shimmers, and some seasonalContinue reading “A Beautiful Spring Eye Palette” - Mental health crisesWhat experiences in life helped you grow the most?
- Understanding Pilling in Skincare: Solutions for Glowing Skin
Those of us Gen X babies who wore synthetic knits know all about pilling. Those tiny balls of lint formed in the washer and dryer as space-age plastic fibers abraded one another. My winter clothes had to be shaved periodically because my mother couldn’t stand sending me out in the world with a multicolored sprinklingContinue reading “Understanding Pilling in Skincare: Solutions for Glowing Skin” - Gen X Beauty Tips: Makeup & Skincare for 45+
Welcome to Gen X Beauty Review! I’m Holly, and this site is all about makeup and skincare for beauty enthusiasts 45 and up. My site emphasizes science-based research to help you get the best value for your money. You can expect to find dupes of luxury products, including dupes of 1980s classics. I’ll cover trendsContinue reading “Gen X Beauty Tips: Makeup & Skincare for 45+”