In this episode Diane sits down with celebrity makeup artist Amanda Gabbard for an in-depth conversation about modern beauty, skincare routines, and makeup tips for women over 50. With Amanda’s experience working with brands like Glamour and Vogue, she shares expert insights that are not only practical but also empowering for women looking to embrace their natural beauty at any age.

Key Discussion Points

• Makeup for Women Over 50
• Amanda emphasizes the importance of adapting makeup techniques as we age. She shares tips for dealing with common skin issues like wrinkles, sunspots, and dark circles, and how women can enhance their natural features instead of covering them up.
• Skincare Tips for Glowing Skin
• Amanda shares her skincare philosophy: it’s all about taking care of the skin first. She explains how using serums, moisturizers, and simple tools like the gua sha can make a big difference in maintaining a youthful glow.
• Simplifying Your Beauty Routine
• Both Diane and Amanda agree that beauty doesn’t have to be complicated. Amanda shares how even small acts of self-care, like using a solo wave red light or brushing your teeth while applying skincare, can be woven into everyday routines.
• The Role of Confidence in Beauty
• Amanda reminds listeners that makeup is not just about appearance but about confidence. Feeling good about how you look can give you a pep in your step, and that’s what true beauty is all about.
• Affordable and Attainable Skincare
• Amanda debunks the myth that great skincare has to be expensive. Whether you have a lot of time and Money or very little, she provides actionable advice to achieve great results using affordable tools and products.

Top 5 Skincare and Makeup Tips for Women Over 50

• Invest in Good Skincare
• Prioritize skincare over makeup. Amanda advises women to use products like serums and sunscreens, which penetrate deeply and provide lasting benefits for the skin.
• For mature skin, silicone-based foundations and concealers are a game changer. They provide great coverage and give the skin a dewy, youthful finish.
• Embrace Red Light Therapy
• Diane shares her personal experience with red light therapy, crediting it for significantly improving her complexion and reducing age spots.
• Be Consistent
• Small routines done consistently—such as gua sha, vitamin C application, and using moisturizers—can have a transformative impact on your skin.
• Stay Hydrated
• Hydration is key to good skin. Amanda stresses the importance of drinking plenty of water and using hydrating skincare products.

Connect with Amanda Gabbard

Website: ​​https://www.amandagabbardbeauty.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/amandasgabbard/?hl=en

Connect with Diane

Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@thedianegilman

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