10 Top Summer Makeup Trends 2023 (You Can Actually Wear) Women 40+

These makeup trends will be everywhere this summer! I’m here to help you modify and customize a trend so you can actually wear it in real life.

Hey Beautiful! I shared this exclusive summer makeup trend list with my awesome email crew; along with my pro tips on how to alter these trendy makeup looks to fit your eye shape, skin tone and mood!!!

Now, get ready for the glam reveal, because I’m about to unveil it to you! Consider this your front-row seat to the hottest makeup trends of the season. I know you’re gonna love it!

10 Best Summer 2023 Makeup Trends That Will Be Everywhere and How to Wear Them

BARBIE GLOW BLUSH
The Makeup Trend: Barbie pink cheeks (flushed but fresh finish) 
My Pro Tip: Use any kind of poppy-pink lipstick as a blush, mixed with a liquid illuminator. Mix the two and press it. The placement of this blush is set high on the cheek above the apple, almost under the eye for a soft, subtle, sheer look. 

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BLACK SMOKEY-EYES
The Makeup Trend: Black, sooty eyes (summer smudge)
My Pro Tip: Use a black eyeliner pencil or black eyeshadow crayon to create a smokey-eye. That way there is no fall out! Important: Consider your eye shape for placement. Watch: NO MESS Smokey-Eye for Hooded Eye-Hidden Lid

“UNDER PAINTING” (I’ve been doing this since 2020!)
The Makeup Trend: Draw on contour and blush underneath your foundation.
My Pro Tip: Use a lipstick or cream blush on your cheeks before your foundation. It’s the best technique to achieve a seemless summer glow without looking like you’re wearing a ton of makeup. Watch: Cream Blush Pro Tip Women 40+

TWO-TONE LIPS
The Makeup Trend: Contrasting shades on the top and bottom lip.
My Pro Tip: This trend is best with liquid lipstick in two contrasting shades. I say go for it! Or, modify this trend for everyday life – I recommend drawing an outline around your lips in one color, then filling it all in with a different color or wearing two different shades of lipsticks combined for a two dimensional, ombre/two-tone look.

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FRESH SKIN
The Makeup Trend: Dewy, ‘No Makeup’ Makeup (Single Layer Makeup)
My Pro Tip: Rather than layering your makeup products on top of each other (foundation, concealer, highlighter, blush) you simply apply each product in ONE layer, only to the section of the face it is needed on. The end result is a really natural look with flawless glowing skin.

STYLED BROWS
The Makeup Trend: Colored brows. (pink, blue, green, purple)

My Pro Tip: Sure, that’s fun and if it’s your personality, I say go for it!  Just be sure you wear your Color Code colors! But, Low Maintenance ‘natural brow’ look is also back. So let’s embrace the beauty of your natural brows by keeping them softly groomed and filled in with a lightweight brow gel or pencil for a more effortless and relaxed look.

BONUS TIP! If you have wirey, out of control brow hairs, you can use a Vitamin E Stick to tame those wild ones – and then pop it on your lips – morning and night for smooth, healthy, hydrated lips! It’s a fan favorite!

It’s not just a Vitamin E Stick… It’s your secret weapon!

TIGHTLINE FOR LOWER LIDS ONLY
The Makeup Trend: Tightline (eyeliner) for lower lids only.
My Pro Tip: Use a navy blue pencil to make your eyes look whiter and brighter! 

PASTEL EYES
The Makeup Trend: Lavender, mint or baby blue for a soft + dreamy romantic eye look
My Pro Tip: If pastels are in your Color Code palette AND you know how to apply shadows for your unique eye shape, then this one is for you! Learn more about your color palette and eye shape HERE.

GRUNGE LASHES
The Makeup Trend: Fluffy and Full lashes
My Pro Tip: Let your lashes stand alone when you wear this trend! No eyeshadow necessary. Whether you go for coats and coats of mascara, false strip lashes or lash extensions… The fuller and fluffier the better!

CHERRY POPSICLE LIPS! (My favorite!)
The Makeup Trend: Colorful Glossy Lips (coral + red)
My Pro Tip: Wear Bold + Bright colors with glossy finishes and keep the rest of your makeup light and soft… I’m wearing a red lipstick with a coral gloss! Find your perfect color combination for a fun, fresh look that screams: “I scream, you scream, we all scream for ice cream!” 

And while we’re embracing these fabulous summer makeup trends, don’t forget to also take care of your mental well-being – head over to “Dopamine Dressing For Your Mental Health” to discover how your wardrobe choices can empower and uplift your mood, completing your overall summer glow-up!

Let’s rock those summer looks together and have a blast, my friend!

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How to Discover Your Best Colors {VIDEO}

Are you wearing the right color?

Coco Chanel said: “The best color in the whole world is the one that looks good on you”.

How many times has someone asked you “Are you tired?” “Are you not feeling well?” and yet, you were perfectly fine?

Chances are, you were wearing the wrong color.

You need a Color Analysis.

The season-style coloring system is old and outdated.

It’s time for you to learn a new way of looking at color, as well as a new way of looking at you.

We’ve cracked the code!

Introducing…. COLOR CODE.

There are six COLOR CODE categories: Light, Deep, Soft, Clear, Warm and Cool.

The color of your HAIR, SKIN and EYES will determine your COLOR CODE.

READ EACH DESCRIPTION AS IT PERTAINS TO YOUR COLORING AND SEE WHERE YOU BELONG.

LIGHT – Naturally blonde hair or white hair (due to hair
changing to this) Fair Skin tone
Light to medium eye color

DEEP – Medium to dark brown hair or black hair
Medium to dark skin tone
Hazel, brown, or black eyes

SOFT – Light to medium brown hair, sometimes described as mousy or dishwater blonde
Light to medium skin tone
Medium intensity eye color, like hazel, brown, blue, or green

CLEAR – Dark medium brown to black hair
Very fair to light or medium skin tone
Bright eye color (green, blue, or hazel) or dark brown

WARM – Red hair or golden blonde or brown hair with reddish highlights
Any skin tone, sometimes with freckles
Green, blue, brown or hazel eyes

COOL – Silver, gray, or ash brown
Light to deep skin tone, most often with a pink undertone (but not always)
Blue, green, hazel or brown eyes

You may see yourself in a couple of different categories. Helpful Hint: Your hair color is the key.

Color Codes as they appear above.

Warm, Clear, Light

Cool, Soft, Deep

When you know for certain into which category you belong, then read on to get more detailed information.

Basically, everybody can wear every color (there are few exceptions) it’s all about the Intensity of the color.

LIGHT – Wear pale to medium hues. Stay away
from very dark or too bright colors; bold makeup is not for you.

DEEP – Wear medium to deep shades, some
brights. Stay away from muted colors for clothes, and coloring your hair too light.

SOFT – Wear medium hues. Stay away from
black, black and black! Also stay away from very bright colors and combinations of high contrast colors like black and white together.

CLEAR – Wear bright hues. Stay away from
muted and dusty shades; beware especially of wearing brown and beige together.

WARM – Wear hues with a yellow undertone,
autumn-like shades. Stay away from pink, pink, pink!

COOL – Wear Light to medium, but always with a blue or pink undertone. Stay away from brown, beige, yellow, and orange.

Your eye color is your best neutral. If you have no idea what color to wear… go with the color of your eyes!

Knowing your Color Code is the foundation of your Personal Image.

I am here to help you determine your Color Code; and which 36 colors look best on you.

But, this INSTANT assessment is a great starting point to building your personal brand.

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Break the Rules! The Right Way to Wear White After Labor Day

Yes! You can wear white after Labor Day Ladies.  Just make sure it’s YOUR white.

 

HOW THE RULE GOT STARTED

In the early 1900’s the rule about ‘not wearing white after Labor Day’ was started by the upper class, where there was a dress code for every occasion and strict guidelines.

They could afford to live the summer months by the sea – where they had light, bright, pieces (a completely different wardrobe).  After Labor Day they packed up and went back to their “real life” wardrobe, so the cut off for wearing white clothing became Labor Day.

The rule no longer applies, (unless you were born in the early 1900’s, upper class, with a summer home by the sea).

I BELIEVE wearing white has nothing to do with the Weather or Where You Live.

It has everything to do with which white looks BEST ON YOU – everyday – everywhere – all year long.

 

Here’s an example:

I live in Sunny Southwest Florida ( where it looks and feels like summer all year long)

I have a completely different wardrobe than my friends and family in Chicago.

When the kids go back to school, the weather changes and then all of a sudden I’m supposed to be drinking pumpkin spice, wearing an orange scarf with black riding boots and jeans?

Nooooo!!!!  When I visit my northern friends in the Fall, yes, I will be drinking pumpkin spice, but I’m wearing an ivory scarf with light blonde booties and jeans. 

Why?  Ivory is my best white; and light blonde booties match my hair. (Link to blog post: How to Stay Attractive – Fall 2017 Fashion Must-Haves for Women over 50)

 

LET’S FIND YOUR BEST WHITE.

The color of your hair, your skin tone and the color of your eyes determines which White will make you look radiant or washed out.  Your Color Code.

There are six Color Code categories:  Light, Deep, Soft, Clear, Warm and Cool.

YOUR BEST WHITE:

  • Light – Pure White or Ivory
  • Deep – Pure White or Ivory
  • Soft – Ivory
  • Clear – Pure White
  • Warm – Pure White is never good on you.  So wear Ivory or Cream.
  • Cool – Always better in Pure White

ONCE YOU KNOW your best white you can wear it all year long with CONFIDENCE!

If you want more information about your COLOR CODE,  I INVITE you to get your hands on the FREE GUIDE: How to Instantly Improve Your Image and take the assessment.  Your COLOR CODE is the foundation of your Image.

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The Absolute Best Way to Prospect for Network Marketers – Stop Bugging Strangers!

Ever hear of the 3 foot rule?  Newcomers to Network Marketing are told that everyone within 3 feet is your prospect and you should show her your business opportunity.

Nothing could be further from the truth!

 

After studying successful people in small business, I have discovered that successful network marketers build relationships, they build friendships. Their goal was NOT to immediately recruit their prospects.

 

People don’t join a business – they join YOU!

It all starts with a First Impression.

It’s important to know how to make a good first impression.

A first impression is what a person thinks of you when they first see you.  Making a good first impression can lead to a relationship and ultimately sales.  So whether you are walking through the mall, sitting at a coffee shop, or at a social event, you never get a second chance to make a first impression… unless everyone was drunk!

Did you know?  When a person sees you for the first time they form an impression in 30 seconds.  Of that first impression, 55 percent is your visual appearance, 38 percent is non-verbal communication and just 7 percent is what you say.

 

Wow! Fifty-five percent of your credibility is based on how you LOOK!

 

Will you agree that clothes are the most noticeable thing about a person?

 

The absolute first impression you will make on someone will be through your clothing.

Do you know how to dress to create your best possible first impression and attract your ideal client?

  1. Wear your best colors.
  2. Wear clothes that fit your body type.
  3. Wear clothes that express your style personality.

 

Colors that suit you make you look healthier, slimmer and younger.  When you know you’re looking good, you feel great and so self-esteem rises and with it grows your confidence.

Here is a quick do-it-yourself assessment to identify which colors will make you look your best.

K. I. S. S.

K is for (K)nowing if you’re WARM or COOL by,

I (I)dentifying the veins inside your wrist and,

(S)eeing if your veins are Blue = COOL or Green = WARM;

And then wearing that (S)side of the color wheel.

TEST:  In the natural light make a fist and look at the inside of your wrist.

If you see Green veins you are WARM and Red, Orange & Yellows will look amazing on you.

If you see Blue veins you are COOL and Green, Blue & Violets will make you look beautiful.

What if you see Blue and Green veins?

Ah, ha!  Most likely, you are both Warm and Cool.  You’re NEUTRAL.  You can wear any color on the color wheel.

COOL COLORS                                                                                                                       WARM COLORS

 

Divide the wheel down the middle.  To the right are WARM colors.   To the left are COOL colors.

When you are wearing your best colors, there is a balance and harmony between your natural color and the colors you are wearing.  The colors of your skin, hair and eyes will seem fresher and brighter.  Your skin will appear more clear and healthier, and because of how others react to you, you will feel more confident. (One important key to success is self-confidence)

No more bugging strangers in public places!

You will be attracting your ideal clients.  Your Vibe Attracts Your Tribe.

YOU are a Powerful LEAD MAGNET!

 

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Excerpts from The Fashionating Life Formula: How to Build Your Self Confidence 

Life is a fashion show and the world is your runway, so always dress your best and walk with confidence.” – Coco Chanel

 

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Why You Shouldn’t Work in Your Pajamas – Struggles of a Solopreneur

Working from home on your own can cause laziness.  If you treat it like a hobby, you’ll have hobby results, so treat it like a business.

GET UP, GET DRESSED AND GO TO WORK!

The act of being dressed will set this time apart from doing household chores, watching TV and drinking coffee.  Yes, you have the luxury of working in your pj’s, but when you are dressed for work you’re more likely to leave the house, network and connect with clients.

*WINNING WITH YOUR CLOTHES!

Color attracts the eye first.  Are you wearing the right color?

How many times has someone asked you “Are you tired?” “Are you not feeling well?” and yet you were perfectly fine!  Chances are you were wearing the wrong color.  The natural color of your skin, your hair and your eyes determines which colors will make you look radiant or washed out.

When you are wearing your best colors, there is a balance and harmony between your natural color and the colors you are wearing.  The colors of our skin, hair and eyes will seem fresher and brighter.  Your skin will appear more clear and healthier, and because of how others will react to you, you will feel more confident.

When you are not wearing your best colors, there is a lack of balance or harmony between you and your clothes.  Your clothes will clash with your natural color, causing you to look unhealthy and tired.  Any lines or dark, uneven color in your face will be more apparent.

Knowing whether you are Warm or Cool is the foundation of your personal image.

Here is a quick do-it-yourself assessment to identify which colors will make you look your best.

In the natural light make a fist and look at the inside of your wrist.

If you see Green veins your are WARM and Red, Orange & Yellows will look amazing on you.

If you see Blue veins you are COOL and Green, Blue and Violets will look beautiful on you.

What if you see Blue and Green veins?

Ah, ha!  Most likely, you are both Warm and Cool.  You’re NEUTRAL.  You can wear any color on the color wheel.

Divide the wheel down the middle.  To the right are WARM colors.  To the left are COOL colors.

Your eye color is your best neutral.  If you have no idea what color to wear… go with the color of your eyes!

Life is a fashion show and the world is your runway, so always dress your best and walk with confidence.” – Coco Chanel

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*Excerpts from The Fashionating Life Formula by Nancy Joseph.

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