Who doesn’t love makeup? Especially on those days when our skin is feeling a little meh and a good foundation can feel like a total saving grace. But sometimes we just don’t feel like wearing a full face, or the foundation we love can feel like a little too much! Cue tinted sunscreen or skin tint foundation (with SPF!) These clever multi-taskers blur imperfections, add a healthy, natural glow and protect skin in one simple step! Exactly what the new ELES Mineral Glow Skin Tint SPF 15 was designed to do! If you haven’t heard of it yet, consider this your official introduction to what could be your new makeup favourite (it certainly is now mine!) It’s not quite a foundation, and it’s far more than just a tinted moisturiser. Instead, it’s a mineral-infused skin tint created for those days when you want your skin to look like your skin, just a much more rested, radiant and flawless version!   Firstly though, why choose a tinted foundation with SPF you might be asking? We all know we should be wearing sunscreen every single day, but the routine of layering moisturiser, SPF, and then makeup can sometimes feel like a lot especially if you are time poor! A tinted sunscreen or tint with SPF changes the game completely. You're streamlining your morning routine, protecting your skin, and still walking out the door looking fresh, polished and glowy. It's the ultimate beauty multi-tasker!   Why we love the ELES Mineral Glow Skin Tint SPF 15 Beyond its everyday mineral SPF 15 protection, the first thing you’ll notice about the ELES Mineral Glow Skin Tint is the texture! It’s lightweight and silky and glides on like a dream. It doesn't "mask" your face, instead, it blurs imperfections and softens the look of pores while letting your real skin shine through. It also has the most gorgeous subtle uplifting citrus scent too thanks to its blend of blood orange, grapefruit, lime and lemon essential oils, which makes applying it feel like a little morning mood boost. What really sets this tinted sunscreen apart however, is how many skincare ingredients are built into the formula! A blend of botanical extracts including pomegranate, sea buckthorn, kiwi seed and cucumber helps revitalise and brighten the skin, while antioxidant ingredients help defend against environmental stress. Meanwhile calming extracts like green tea and marigold help soothe and support the skin barrier, while hyaluronic acid delivers long-lasting hydration and plumping benefits. The result is makeup that doesn’t just look good, it actually helps support healthier skin. Why it’s perfect for no‑makeup makeup days 1. Sheer, buildable coverage that still looks like skin No‑makeup makeup is all about restraint. You want enough coverage to feel confident, but not so much that it looks like a full base! The Mineral Glow Skin Tint provides light‑medium when you build it up where you need it (around the nose, a bit on the chin, over redness) and you can easily apply it with fingers or a sponge, blend it in like a moisturiser, and be done. It’s that easy! 2. Hydration and glow in one step Dry, tired skin is the fastest way to ruin a no‑makeup makeup look. This tint is packed with skin‑loving and skin plumping hydrators including squalane, glycerin and of course hyaluronic acid so your glow isn’t just from pigment, it’s from genuine hydration. The result? Skin that looks fresh and naturally dewy, not flat or powdery! 3. Calming, soothing and kind to sensitive skin If your skin flares up, flushes easily or just doesn’t like heavy formulas, this is a very gentle option. It’s been formulated for all skin types, including sensitive or easily irritated. The green tea and marigold extracts in the formulation help soothe redness and protect against environmental stress which allantoin helps comfort and support compromised or reactive skin 4. Mineral SPF 15 built in As mentioned, sun protection is non‑negotiable, even on rainy, cloudy or in the office all day, days! Titanium dioxide provides gentle mineral SPF 15 protection which is ideal for sensitive or easily irritated skin. 5. Antioxidant glow from botanicals This isn’t just a tint with SPF, it’s skincare with serious antioxidant support! Ingredients like pomegranate and sea buckthorn help brighten, nourish and support more radiant, even toned skin while the kiwi seed and cucumber refresh, soothe and de‑puff tired, dull complexions. Worn daily, you’re not only faking good skin, you’re gradually supporting it to look better bare as well! To use it Simply apply after your morning skincare (and sunscreen if you're in high UV! Remember, SPF 15 is a great everyday shield, but you may want a higher SPF on beach days). Use your fingertips for the most natural finish, a brush for more coverage, or a damp sponge for that seamless, skin-like look. One layer gives you that effortless 'my skin but better' finish. Build it up on areas you want a little more coverage (around the nose, any redness, blemishes) and you've got a look that's polished without being heavy. It also works beautifully for professional application, so if you're a therapist or makeup artist, this one's a brilliant addition to your kit! Add a touch of concealer, a little mascara and lip balm and your fresh, glowing everyday “no-makeup, makeup” look is complete!   If you are over foundations that appear to settle into your fine lines, your skin feels dull and dehydrated, or perhaps it’s on the more sensitive side? Or maybe you are looking for a makeup base that acts like skincare packed with the latest and greatest ingredients, you’ll love ELES Mineral Glow Skin Tint SPF 15 And if you’ve ever wished your sunscreen looked more like your favourite foundation and your foundation behaved more like skincare, this one is for you!

As we age, our once smooth and plump skin starts to dramatically change, we experience loss of elasticity, increased dryness, fine lines and wrinkles and age spots. Some of us even become more prone to blemishes and breakouts (eek!) But this doesn’t mean we can’t rock a stunning makeup look like we once did! It just means we need to change tactics. Preparing mature skin for makeup requires a somewhat different approach to ensure we can still achieve that much desired flawless and radiance look! Read on as we talk skin prep for the over 40’s, including tips and techniques to help keep makeup looking natural and fresh all day long! Start skin prep with a thorough cleanse Before you begin your makeup routine, it’s crucial that skin is cleansed thoroughly. You want to make sure any impurities, excess oil or residual makeup even, has been removed so that your makeup adheres to your skin better, and lasts longer! Look for a hydrating cleanser specifically designed to target ageing skin, or a gentle creamy cleanser if your skin tends to be on the more sensitive side.We highly recommend Pevonia’s Hydrating CleanserN.B remember regular exfoliation is also important as it can help promote cell turnover and improve the texture of mature skin. Exfoliate once or twice weekly with a gentle exfoliating cleanser. If you have sensitive skin and wish to steer clear of physical exfoliators (exfoliators with the “bits” in them) try a chemical of enzyme exfoliator.We can’t get enough of Phytomer’s Vegetal Exfoliant with Natural Enzymes Hydration, Hydration, Hydration If we are talking makeup application for the over 50’s (over 40’s even) the most imperative step in prepping skin, is to hydrate, hydrate, hydrate! For that flawless makeup finish we all want to achieve, you need to create the perfect canvas, and you can’t do that if your skin is patchy and parched (which sadly is a thing as we age). Invest in a high-quality serum and moisturiser that will nourish and plumps the skin. Look for products containing hyaluronic acid, ceramides and antioxidants to boost hydration and combat signs of ageing. Using a gemstone facial roller be extremely beneficial too.Additionally, consider using a hydrating facial mist rich in hyaluronic acid to boost hydration levels throughout the day.We love Pevonia’s Hyaluronic Acid Hydra Mist Don’t forget your sunscreen Next. it’s time for the sunscreen. No matter what your age, sunscreen is a non-negotiable! You can spend all the money in the world on skincare, but if you don’t use it in conjunction with sunscreen you may as well be pouring it down the drain!A great option for sunscreen for mature skin is ELES Luminous Defence Brightening Day protection SPF 50. Primer is a must A primer can work wonders for mature skin by filling in fine lines and wrinkles, blurring imperfections, and ensuring longer-lasting makeup. In fact I’d safely save it will become your secret weapon when it comes to prepping mature skin for makeup. Look for a silicone-based primer that offers a smoothing effect without clogging pores. Apply it evenly to your face after moisturizing, focusing on areas prone to fine lines, such as around the eyes and mouth.We LOVE ELES’s range of face primers. For mature skin we highly recommend ELES Retexture Crème Face Primer Choose the Right Foundation Choosing the right foundation for mature skin can make a world of difference. You might well be a fan of matte foundations, but generally heavy matte formulas can settle into creases, accentuating dry patches and fine lines! As we age it’s better to opt for lightweight, hydrating foundations with a dewy or satin finish. Additionally, consider using a colour-correcting foundation to counteract any redness or discoloration like ELES Luminous CC Cream 20 (which has the added bonus of sunscreen!What’s more! For the month of June, when you purchase an ELES Luminous CC Cream 20 or best-selling Age-Defying BB Cream 30 you’ll receive a FREE Sheet Mask. Plus you get to choose from one of three sheet masks specifically designed to counteract ageing – Youth Recovery, Calming and Soothing or Hydrating and Brightening. Concealing and Highlighting A good concealer will be your best friend when it comes to camouflaging dark circles, ages spots or any areas of your face that needs that little bit of extra coverage. To address these issues, choose a creamy, hydrating concealer and make sure it matches your skin tone. Apply it sparingly with a small brush or your fingertips, gently blending it into the skin. Make sure you avoid any excessive tugging or pulling, as it can exacerbate the appearance of wrinkles.Try ELES Dual Action Concealer, you won’t be disappointed!N.B For a youthful, lifted effect, apply a light-reflecting concealer or highlighter to the inner corners of your eyes, brow bone, and cheekbones. Set Makeup with a Finishing Powder To prolong the longevity of your makeup without sacrificing the dewy finish, lightly dust a translucent powder only on areas prone to excess oil, such as the T-zone. Avoid applying it to drier areas, as it can accentuate fine lines. Use a fluffy brush for a light application, ensuring your skin retains its natural radiance.Try ELES NEW Translucent Powder Always add colour for that youthful healthy glow Another sign of ageing is a dull and uneven complexion! Cue the magic of a good blush and/or bronzer. Simple apply a subtle blush shade to the apples of your cheeks for that youthful flushed affect and lightly dust bronzer along your cheekbones and temples to add warmth and dimension.Choose shades that complement your skin tone and always remember less is more! Create mature eyes that pop For your eyes, keep it simple and elegant. Use neutral eyeshadows that enhance your natural beauty. Avoid heavy or overly shimmery shadows, as they can emphasize creases. A soft, smudged eyeliner and a few coats of mascara will define your eyes without overpowering them. Also line the inner rim of your lower lash line or waterline as it’s otherwise known with a white pencil a waterline liner! (We recommend ELES’s Waterline liner). By doing so it’ll immediately open up your eyes as well as make the whites of your eyes look whiter (synonymous with younger looking eyes!)For more on ageing eyes and the best tips and tricks to care for them click here. Complete the look with luscious lips As we age our lips loose their colour and get thinner and dryer too! so you’ll want to be armed with a good hydrating and volumizing lip product like ELES Velvet Satin Lipstick.Choose colours that flatter your complexion and make you feel happy and confident.Remember, the key to flawless makeup is not only the products you use but also the techniques you employ. Be gentle with your skin, blend your products seamlessly and never overdo your makeup.