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I’m continually in awe of each new release Peace Out Skincare drops—from line-smoothing retinol sticks to acne-targeted cleansing balms, the brand knows how to pinpoint concerns and rectify them swiftly. That’s why when I caught wind early of another exciting launch on the horizon, I jumped at the opportunity to put it to the test before the public. And boy oh boy, it did not disappoint. 

Introducing: The Instant Pore Perfector Primer. The skincare-makeup hybrid formula blurs large pores and texture immediately upon application—trust me, you will gasp—while improving the overall look and feel of your skin overtime. As Peace Out founder and CEO, Enrico Frezza, told StyleCaster, “Instant Pore Perfector is so much more than a primer, it’s your nex-gen pore perfector. Unlike most primers on the market, Instant Pore Perfector doesn’t contain silicones and instead uses a powerful blend of hyaluronic acid, niacinamide, mushroom extract and malic acid to minimize pores with good for your skin ingredients.”

Image: Peace Out

Instant Pore Perfector Primer

And the primer’s claims check out; through a brand-run consumer study, over 89 of participants said their skin “appeared more smooth and even” while near equal percentages of users said their skin “appeared more mattified” and “pores appeared smaller or minimized after application.”  

I personally can attest to all of the above. The first time I applied the primer, I was amazed at how effortlessly it blurred the pores around my nose and paved the way for foundation and concealer to glide over top better than before. My skin almost appeared airbrushed; there was definitely a notable difference between all my makeup applications prior to this one. After several subway rides and a full-workday, I was surprised to see how well my makeup held up, too—while it normally would have appeared patchy and oily, it instead looked nearly as fresh as the morning.

Source: Instagram

Naturally, Frezza has seen results from personal use as well. “My skin instantly has a photo-filtered look,” he shared. “It helps even out my skin texture and tone, blurs my pores, making them almost invisible. I’ve been using Instant Pore Perfector for X months and have seen a drastic improvement in the appearance of my pore size. I also love that it provides instant benefits for immediate skin-gratification and has long-term pore refining properties that I look for in all my skincare products.”

I’m eager to see the long-term benefits from using the Instant Pore Perfector. In the meantime, I’ll continue to reap its skin-blurring magic daily with each makeup application. Scoop a tube of your own for $28 now, and don’t forget to shop the brand’s Labor Day sale to save 25 percent off on purchases through the weekend.

Sutton Stracke’s Floral Off The Shoulder Maxi Dress on Instagram

Real Housewives of Beverly Hills 2022 Instagram Fashion

How gorgeous does Sutton Stracke look in her floral off the shoulder maxi dress?! After just watching the RHOBH ladies in Aspen and getting excited for cold weather fashion seeing this makes me sad for summer styles to go. But it’s still early fall so we’re able to rock the vibe for a litttttle bit longer. Then when those days are officially gone we can just book a trip with our best frenemies friends (no ouija boards allowed).

Sincerely Stylish,

Jess

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I’m continually in awe of each new release Peace Out Skincare drops—from line-smoothing retinol sticks to acne-targeted cleansing balms, the brand knows how to pinpoint concerns and rectify them swiftly. That’s why when I caught wind early of another exciting launch on the horizon, I jumped at the opportunity to put it to the test before the public. And boy oh boy, it did not disappoint. 

Introducing: The Instant Pore Perfector Primer. The skincare-makeup hybrid formula blurs large pores and texture immediately upon application—trust me, you will gasp—while improving the overall look and feel of your skin overtime. As Peace Out founder and CEO, Enrico Frezza, told StyleCaster, “Instant Pore Perfector is so much more than a primer, it’s your nex-gen pore perfector. Unlike most primers on the market, Instant Pore Perfector doesn’t contain silicones and instead uses a powerful blend of hyaluronic acid, niacinamide, mushroom extract and malic acid to minimize pores with good for your skin ingredients.”

Image: Peace Out

Instant Pore Perfector Primer

And the primer’s claims check out; through a brand-run consumer study, over 89 of participants said their skin “appeared more smooth and even” while near equal percentages of users said their skin “appeared more mattified” and “pores appeared smaller or minimized after application.”  

I personally can attest to all of the above. The first time I applied the primer, I was amazed at how effortlessly it blurred the pores around my nose and paved the way for foundation and concealer to glide over top better than before. My skin almost appeared airbrushed; there was definitely a notable difference between all my makeup applications prior to this one. After several subway rides and a full-workday, I was surprised to see how well my makeup held up, too—while it normally would have appeared patchy and oily, it instead looked nearly as fresh as the morning.

Source: Instagram

Naturally, Frezza has seen results from personal use as well. “My skin instantly has a photo-filtered look,” he shared. “It helps even out my skin texture and tone, blurs my pores, making them almost invisible. I’ve been using Instant Pore Perfector for X months and have seen a drastic improvement in the appearance of my pore size. I also love that it provides instant benefits for immediate skin-gratification and has long-term pore refining properties that I look for in all my skincare products.”

I’m eager to see the long-term benefits from using the Instant Pore Perfector. In the meantime, I’ll continue to reap its skin-blurring magic daily with each makeup application. Scoop a tube of your own for $28 now, and don’t forget to shop the brand’s Labor Day sale to save 25 percent off on purchases through the weekend.

Have
you experienced shifts in your priorities, your goals, and even your dreams throughout
your 60s and beyond?

Shifts
are those changes in our thinking and our attitudes that evolve as we age. Sometimes
subtle and spontaneous, other times profound and life changing, these shifts
can shake us to the very core of our being.

My
first experience with what I now call ‘The Shift’ occurred when I was
approaching retirement. At age 60, I looked forward with great anticipation to
a new life in retirement, still five years away.

I
worked diligently to pay off my mortgage and looked forward to spending hours
gardening, working out, enjoying time with friends, travelling a little, and
having luxurious free time. The vision of this idyllic life propelled me
forward for a couple of years.

A Life Change

But
then, a shift happened. Changes at work. Some health issues and a body that was
indeed slowing down. Fatigue. Cynicism about life and work. A loss of
joie-de-vivre, a loss of passion, and a loss of belief in what I was working
for (besides that necessary pay cheque).

At
63, I realized I couldn’t go on this way anymore. One morning, as I walked
across the parking lot at work with a dear colleague, I confided to her that I
felt I just couldn’t “do it” anymore. Her reaction came as a complete surprise
to me.

This
intelligent and well-respected woman, always composed, articulate, and confident,
broke into tears and said, “I know exactly what you mean.” Long story short, we
both retired that year, two years before our ‘without penalty’ retirement date.

I
guess we had both decided that our mental, spiritual, and physical health were
more important than a bigger pension. Neither of us has ever looked backed,
despite living now on very restricted retirement budgets.

Transitions Can Be Challenging

That
is not to say that early retirement was without its challenges. Going from a crazy-intensive
schedule to unlimited, unstructured time was an adjustment.

The
thing I missed most at first was the daily interaction with my colleagues – the
little chats in the hallway or the bathroom, the shared coffees and the shared
laughter and tears, and even the shared griping about work!

I
quickly joined my local YMCA and found a new group of acquaintances – mostly
recently retired professional women with whom I shared a lot of common ground. These
friendships gradually replaced my work relationships.

Another Life Shift?

Now, a handful of years into retirement, I find myself going through another shift. Is this what ageing is all about?

All
of a sudden, the cherished home that I worked so hard to pay off is becoming
too much for me. The beautiful gardens where I have spent countless hours expressing
my creative side are now giving me knee pain.

My
back hurts and I am tired. My arthritis flares up in summer after gardening and
in winter after snow shoveling. It wasn’t supposed to be this way!

Other
changes are happening as well. Neighbourhood density and noise. Inconsiderate
neighbours. A lack of respect for the environment. I feel I don’t fit in here
anymore.

I
am scared! I am on my own with no one to help me. In a few years, my home will
need a new roof. Can I afford that?

I
have looked at options – downsizing, renting an apartment, moving into a condo,
but nothing ‘feels’ right just yet.

Affordability
is also an issue. My home is mortgage-free, which makes this lifestyle
affordable. What if I sell my home only to regret it later? How will I spend my
free time when there are no more gardens to tend and household projects to
complete?

Acknowledge the Fear and Talk It Out

Overcome
with fear and anxiety, I realize that I just need to breathe. Breathe long and
deep! I look to my new-found friendships at the Y.

One
woman lost her husband to cancer very suddenly. Another experienced ‘gray
divorce’ five years into retirement. And yet another, a woman who is happily
married, confessed that she and her husband don’t have a lot of common
interests, which presents new problems in retirement.

I
look to these women and I see resilience. They are carrying on! They are
exercising – looking after their bodies and their minds and their social needs.

We
go for coffee sometimes and we laugh, share stories, and even shed a few tears.
We are all moving forward and finding new joys in life. We are strong and we
are adapting to what life throws at us. We need each other. There is comfort in
sharing our stories.

Spirituality and Adjusting My Sails

As I begin to realize that what I am really experiencing is the fear of
change and the fear of my unknown future, I turn to
spirituality. While I am not Buddhist, I find wisdom in some of the teachings
of the Buddha which emphasize that impermanence and change are undeniable
truths of our existence.

Life
is compared to a river, which is continuously moving and changing. Resistance
to change only intensifies the discomfort.

I also
find solace in my Christian beliefs and remember that there is a time and a
season for everything. I read the Bible and am encouraged. I acknowledge that
letting go of that which I can’t control can create space for something new to
emerge – even if I don’t
yet know what that “something new” is.

Jimmy
Dean, the late American country music singer, said, “I can’t change the
direction of the wind, but I can adjust my sails to always reach my
destination.” I believe that we are all seeking a destination of happiness,
whatever that means to us.

I now
resolve that I will adjust my sails and do whatever it takes to move forward
with my present circumstances, be happy, and continuously press on to explore new
joys and new experiences in this life. It will be worth the effort!

Let’s Have a Conversation:

What shifts have you experienced in your 60s and beyond? What has
helped you to adapt to these shifts? What advice would you give to women to continuously
move forward and find joy in life regardless of their circumstances? Please
share your thoughts and experiences in the comments below.

Fall beauty trends, or any trend for that matter, are usually so kooky they are only wearable for 12-year-olds. OK, I’m being facetious. However, now that I’ve made that sarcastic observation, there are some trends this fall that are completely applicable for those of us with mature skin.

Just saying that makes my skirts fly up.

In this article, we are going to cover the sheer, translucent skin look, and the dramatic eyeshadow look and, while we have seen a lot of dramatic eyes last season, including long lashes, thick eyebrows, and black eyeliner, this one, coupled with more sheer skin, has a softer, prettier effect, in my opinion.

I will go over how to create the sheer translucent skin look, and then delve into how to bring out your eyes in a way that would flatter you most. Please watch the companion video at the top for my demo.

It’s All About Skin

Many of us break into hives with the idea of showing our skin when we walk out the door. Our facial skin that is. Although if you want to be a nudist, there is no judgment.

What do you do, though, with age spots, discoloration, and a dull complexion?

I have done many videos and articles about skin care so please refer to those for a more thorough explanation about skin care.

Having said that, skin care is 80% internal health, including gut health, and only 20% external products. In the video, I use a little hyaluronic acid and biomimetic mist to plump up my skin which I love doing in the morning. It makes my skin look not only plumper, but also brightens it a bit.

Another wonderful trick to brighten your complexion is to use primer. The primer I use is Jane Iredale Smooth Affair, which makes my skin look more luminescent and keeps my makeup on longer.

After that, I head into foundation and concealer. The trick with using foundation and concealer while maintaining the translucent effect that we are going for, means using products that are considered light coverage.

Try using a tinted moisturizer or a light to medium coverage base like Vapour Beauty Soft Focus Foundation. It comes under the clean beauty heading and leaves a lovely sheen to the skin. I only use it in the T-zone being careful not to overdo it.

Then I take my concealer and carefully spot-cover my age spots and around my eye area. The key here is using products that are not too heavy and using them in specific areas rather than being too liberal with them.

It’s All About Eyes

Without a doubt, the toughest area for most of us is in doing our eyes. It takes a lot of practice and also the right tools in order to create the look that many of us long for.

I start with making my eyebrows look a little bit fuller with Glossier Eyebrow Pen. This has to be done delicately, so that it doesn’t look weird. Looking weird as we get older is definitely not a goal. Although if you want to look weird there is no judgment.

Then I move on to eyeshadow and use every color in Jane Iredale’s Storm Chaser palette which includes beautiful mauves, purples, and silvers. For eyeliner, I use a Mac Cosmetic eyeliner pencil called Teddy. It blends easily and stays on all day.

The trick with blending eyeliner so that it looks soft is all in the brush. I use a MAC #233 Pencil Brush in the video to blend both the top and bottom liner into a soft smoky look. I use the eyeliner in my waterline as well as between my top lashes, being sure to make it heavier on the outer corners, while underneath my eye I’m careful not to overdo it.

With the eyeshadow, I apply the lightest shade and work my way towards the darkest in the palette. As a sidenote, one easy trick to make your eyes pop is to keep the outer edges of your eye area slightly darker than the inside. This has the wonderful illusion of pulling the eye up and out. And who doesn’t want our body parts to go up and out? Well not every body part that is. But I can certainly think of a few that I would love to have go up a couple inches without sticky tape.

Lashes are still a mega style statement. In whatever way works best for you, including layering your mascara on the upper lashes, false lashes, or extensions, you can make them appear thicker. In the video I use my favorite clean beauty mascara, Beyond Lash by Jane Iredale.

I once did a week-long photo shoot with a lash extension brand. At the end of the week, after working with at least 25 female staff and models, who all had mega lash extensions, I had lash PTSD. I’m joking, but really after that I could barely put on mascara. In any case, lash extensions can be just right for many of you!

I hope that you try these two looks, and if you do, please tell me what you think! I realize that having dramatic eyes takes practice, but no one is going to judge you if you walk out the door looking less than perfect.

In fact, I think it’s one of the wonderfully freeing things about being older. We care much less about what everybody thinks of us and no longer try to keep up with every trend. That is unless you’re 12.

Let’s Have a Conversation:

What do you think about seasonal trends in style, makeup and skin care? Do you think we need to do more in makeup and skin care as we age – or less? What fall trends are you willing to try?