The Beauty Items I Swear by as a 46-Year-Old

Craving a little beauty refresh? You’re in luck! Here, I’m sharing the tried-and-true beauty products that I swear by (and use almost daily) as a 46-year-old mom of three.

These picks have proven time and again to be worthy of a spot in my makeup bag — and I’m confident that you’ll love them as well! From a trusted foundation (that isn’t cakey) to the hair mask that I credit for my soft strands, these are sure to land a spot on your wish list too.

My Holy Grail Beauty Staples

Augustinus Bader The Rich Cream with TFC8® Face Moisturizer

This has been a longstanding holy grail item in my skincare lineup. I’m on my third bottle and think it’s perfect for mature skin that’s looking for a boost. Plus, it feels extra nourishing and luxe during the fall and winter seasons.

I will warn you that it’s quite the investment, but I wouldn’t include it on my list if I didn’t see noticeable results that make it worth the price point. My skin is so much happier and healthier when I have this in my routine!

Makeup by Mario SurrealSkin® Luminous Hydrating Foundation

Over the years, I have tried soooo many foundations, and I have a few in my lineup that I think really provide a quality result. This pick is one of them, and I find myself reaching for it more and more.

It has a lightweight, hydrating consistency that gives you a fresh and dewy glow without feeling heavy or cakey. The formula blends like a dream and has a natural, luminous finish—thanks to subtle light-reflecting pigments that make your skin look healthy and radiant (but not sparkly).

It also includes ingredients like squalane and grapeseed oil to keep your skin hydrated all day, so it wears beautifully without clinging to dry patches or settling into fine lines.

Armani Beauty Eye Tint Long-Lasting Liquid Eyeshadow

I’ve been using this as my eyeliner for 6 years now. It’s very forgiving and long-wearing. My go-to shade is 36M Wood but there are plenty of options for every occasion, from bold looks to classic.

It’s made with a liquid formula, which I know sounds intimidating, but I promise it’s fool-proof to use!

It comes in shimmer, metallic, and matte finishes so you have plenty of options (and shades) to choose from. It’s easy to blend and I’ve found that it’s crease-proof even for all-day wear. I personally think the copper and gold shimmer tones offer a fun pop of color and dimension to your look.

Westman Atelier Sun Tone Hydrating Matte Bronzing Drops

These bronzing drops are the newest addition to my makeup routine, but I quickly realized they would be in my rotation for a long time. They’re made with a matte formula and I appreciate that they help boost your skin’s natural tan.

Another perk? These are packed with happy skincare ingredients. You can use these on their own, mix them with your foundation, or wear it as a bronzer.

Rhode Glazing Milk Ceramide Facial Essence

Before you start applying your makeup, shake this up and slather it on your skin for a hydrating and glowy look. The milky texture feels so luxe while the ingredients work hard to protect and strengthen your skin barrier over time.

It also comes in a convenient little travel set (along with some other popular picks from the brand!)

Dior Backstage Glow Maximizer Face Palette

If you’ve read the blog for a while now then you have likely seen me boast about this product before. It’s one of those finds that does it all — and that you’ll reach for time and time again. You can use it as a highlighter, blush, or on your eyelids for a sparkly and pretty glow.

Rhode Pocket Blush Buildable Hydrating Cream Blush

A good blush is a must-have in every makeup bag. This one is somewhat newer to me, but it’s so good that it already landed a spot on my essentials list. It comes in the most beautiful shades and it’s buildable too — you can swipe lightly for a natural flush or layer it to amp up the color without it getting patchy. 

Gisou Honey Gloss Ceramide Therapy Hydrating Hair Mask

I style my hair a lot, which means I have to take really good care of it in order for it to look healthy. If you’re in the same boat, this rich mask will become a staple in your routine.

It’s popular because it works for all hair types—fine, thick, curly, straight—you name it. It helps with dryness and damage but also leaves you with a glossy finish. If your hair feels dull, rough, or dehydrated, this is one of those indulgent masks that really delivers.

Rhode Peptide Lip Shape Contouring Lip Shaper

I know that not everyone is a fan of lip liner, but after testing out this pick, there’s no going back. Rhode has quickly made a name for itself, and this happens to be one of the brand’s most popular products.

It contours, fills, and blurs lips while actually treating them with a dose of hydration. The formula features peptides, which help things feel softer, more hydrated, and look a bit fuller without going overboard.

Hourglass Vanish™ Airbrush Concealer

I swear this is the most creamy and radiant concealer I’ve ever used. I can go foundation free and simply spot conceal with this full-coverage must-have. I use the shade Sienna to cover the melasma on my face and the shade Sepia under my eyes.

Benefit Cosmetics Precisely, My Brow Tinted Eyebrow Wax

To put it simply: This is the only product I need to fill and color my very sparse brows. It gives me that fluffy and natural look — and it stays put all day! I promise this will be a new staple in your everyday makeup routine.