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“I’m 53 years old and have tried a dozen and one masks, under-eye masks, and these by far are AMAZING!!” — one reviewer, who tried this collagen under-eye gel and immediately noticed her bags were gone.

Caffeine has a number of skincare benefits, including brightening and temporarily reducing the appearance of stretch marks and cellulite, if that's something you're looking to do! You can read more about the skincare benefits of caffeine at the Cleveland Clinic.

Promising review: "I use a light coat all over after a shower. I'm heading for 60, and I inherited my family’s crepey skin. Nothing has really worked after the first hour, but this was amazing! My skin looked more for my age instead of an 80-year-old's. It isn’t dry and flaky anymore. Got one for my 86-year-old mother, whose calves looked like molted snake skin. No more flakes! Day after day! I use it on damp skin after my shower." —Veronica

Get it from Amazon for $19.20+ (available in four sizes and as a two-pack).

LilyAna Naturals is a family-owned small business using natural ingredients to craft high-quality skincare products.

Promising review: "OMG, what can I say? This stuff is great! I've had dark circles since I was in my twenties. Now in my fifties, I find this product! Love it! Dark circles are gone! Puffy eyes are gone by the time it dries! My eyes look more lively!" —Lida Sadati

Get it from Amazon for $16.17+ (available in three sizes, a two-pack, and a formula with caffeine).

Btw, some reviewers mention using too much can leave behind a white residue, so be sure to apply lightly (you'll still get the same results)! And because this is a silicone-based formula, it might not pair well with other products — though some reviewers have had success applying powder products over it. 

Check out our Peter Thomas Roth Instant FIRMx Temporary Eye Tightener review for more compelling B&As! And check out a TikTok of the eye tightener in action. 

Promising review: "At 60 years old, I have some darkness, lines, and wrinkles around my eyes, and small bags just above my cheekbones. This product works miracles for me. I just have to make sure I don’t get it below my cheekbones because you can’t put makeup where the product is. Any moisture contact will make the product stop working. Also, there is a pulling sensation when first applied, but I get used to it after a few minutes. A little bit of the gel goes a long way. If you apply too much, you’ll get a white flaky look. It takes a little practice to get it right. The product works a good eight hours for me unless I’m sweating or get wet." —westielove

Reviewers love how buildable this polish is. Additionally, Londontown is a small business that primarily sells nail care.

Promising reviews: "I am 52 years old with a lot of sun damage on my hands. I don’t paint my nails because I don’t like to draw attention to my hands. When I use clear nail polish, my nail beds turn yellow. I saw an ad for this product and thought I would give it a try. I really, really love it. When I got it, I painted my thumbnail with it and just left it to see kind of how it went. A week later, it was still totally perfect. So, I moved forward and used it on all my nails. It makes my nails look so put-together without any fuss. It goes on so easily and dries very quickly, and lasts a long time. I loved it so much I bought it for my mom and my sisters to try as well." —Diane Auten

"For the first time in 62 years, my nails look nice without a gel manicure or artificial nails!! I am so impressed with this product!! It truly is far superior to other nail polishes! I have given it as a gift to my three daughters and my 82-year-old mom! And my very best friends! They all have been so thrilled with it!!" —Gregory A. Robbins

Get it from Amazon for $16 (available in six shades and a variety four-pack).

For the best results, two coats should be applied to bare nails, followed by an additional coat daily for a week. 

Promising reviews: "Noticed a friend's nails looked so healthy and strong and pretty. She told me about this amazing product. I was unable to find it in any local stores, so I ordered it on Amazon. Absolutely does everything it says it does. My nails were weak, splitting, peeling, and unattractive, but now I am proud to show them off. My fashionista daughter noticed them and complimented me ... the highest praise! I am in my seventies and always had good nails until recently." —Kindle Customer

"I rarely write product reviews, but I feel compelled to explain why this is a great product. I am an older [person] who has struggled with fingernail biting my entire life. OPI Nail Envy really helps! 1. It is true matte with a barely noticeable shine. I am old-fashioned and would never use a shiny polish. I have tried several other brands that claimed to be matte, but they all had a little shine. 2. OPI Nail Envy not only strengthens my nails — it accelerates the healing of my cuticles and skin around my cuticles. 3. IMPORTANT: Be aware of the formula! This is a vegan formula. There is another formula, OPI Nail Envy Original Formula. I tried some, and it triggered a severe allergic reaction on my cuticles and skin. I switched back to the Vegan formula, and it healed the skin quickly. I wish I had discovered this product 50 years ago. It would have prevented a lot of embarrassment about my nails." —Stephen Bell

Get it from Amazon for $13.97 (available in clear and eight colors). 

BTW, this is cruelty-free! It's suitable for all hair types, too.

Promising review: I love this product. I have never gotten the hang of the dry shampoo spray, but this works like a charm! I know many reviews say it's great for children, but I am 50 years old, and I love it!" —Carolyn

Get it from Amazon for $11.69+ (available in two shades, packs of two and three, and as a refill). 

SeoulCeuticals is a small skincare business that was founded in 2017 by a husband and wife team. Though it's a US-based company and the products are made in a state-of-the-art US facility, their main ingredients are sourced directly from South Korea, and they work closely with Korean partners and their consultant, Ella Cho, to ensure quality and authenticity. You can read more about the brand here!

Promising review: "I'm 55 years old, and my skin is a bit sensitive. I don't have a lot of wrinkles, but I'm definitely noticing a few more laugh lines and forehead crinkles than I had a few years ago! I've tried several moisturizers and have not been terribly impressed with any of them until now. This stuff really is great — incredibly hydrating without feeling greasy, and it absorbs quickly. It feels great on my skin. In just a few short weeks, I definitely notice an improvement in my skin tone and fewer lines and wrinkles! Plus, the customer service is great. I had questions when I first received the product, and got a follow-up response immediately. I will definitely be ordering this product again. I use it in the evening and morning; no need for two different moisturizers. Very pleased!" —sbakey

Get it from Amazon for $14.99+ (available in two sizes).

Promising review: "I am 68 years old and have been using makeup for 52 of those years. I have tried many mascaras over those years, from inexpensive to very expensive. I cannot say that I have ever been really happy with the results. I had reached the point where I thought that it does not matter the cost, they are pretty much all the same. This changed my mind. I put on two coats, and it made my lashes look so thick. If I did not know better, I would think that I had on false eyelashes. I used baby shampoo, as I always do. I always lather with the baby shampoo twice to remove the mascara, and it came off easily. I will look no more for a new mascara. I cannot imagine a mascara better than this." —Piaget

Get it from Amazon for $4.97 (available in four shades and a three-pack).

Promising review: "I am a 70-year-old woman with all the skin issues those years bring: fine lines and wrinkles, skin discoloration, uneven skin tone, and dry patches. This oil is lightweight, absorbs nicely, and has a fairly pleasant smell, although a bit flowery. The main thing is it works. I could tell a difference in my skin the first week of use. My skin is hydrated and glowing, and the overall tone has improved considerably. Believe me when I say I have used a lot of serums, oils, and moisturizers over the years. I wish I had found this oil years ago." —Connie J

Get it from Amazon for $10.97+ (available in three sizes).

Reviewers with straight hair, along with 2a–4c hair mention it has worked for them. 

Check out a TikTok of the Color Wow Dream Coat Supernatural Spray in action. 

Promising review: "I don't usually try all the latest hair things because my hair is very fine and it doesn't like product. But I received it as a sample, and I can't believe how nice it made my hair and how long it lasted. I have to wash every single day, or my hair would be limp and lifeless. You could tell if I didn't wash my hair for one day. This miracle stuff makes it so that I don't have to wash my hair for a good three days at least and it still looks fresh. It also lasts between washes, so I only have to use it every other wash or sometimes not for three or four. I can't live without this now that I found it. It took me ’til my fifties to find this amazing product. I sure coulda used this in my twenties!" —B.S.

Get it from Amazon for $14+ (available in two sizes; also available in an "extra strength" version and a curly hair version). 

Promising review: "I’m 53 years old and have tried a dozen and one masks, under-eye masks, and these by far are AMAZING!! I was shocked after I removed these. My puffiness and bags were gone. My skin felt so tight under my eyes. Will keep these in stock. Also, I keep these in my mini skin refrigerator and lord, these feel so good cold." —Sarah Sambilay

Get 15 pairs from Amazon for $11.89 (also available in a pack of 20 and 100, and a wedding style). 

Promising review: "I was skeptical that this would do anything for my fragile nails. Four months later, I'm stunned that my nails are not chipping and peeling like they used to, and even the ridges are diminishing. When I look at the quarter-inch or so of growth from the nail bed that has occurred since I started using this product, I see nice, smooth, healthy nails. I can't wait to see what they look like several months from now when the entire nail has had a chance to grow out. I apply the oil all around the nail, including under the tips of the nails, before I go to bed most nights, and massage it in while I watch the evening news. It is good to know nice nails are not a thing of the past, even though I'm over 50 years old." —All His 247

Get it from Amazon for $7.56+ (available in three sizes).

Reviewers say this works on all hair types, including thin/fine, thick/wavy, and kinky/coily! If you're worried about heat damage, stick to a lower setting and use a heat protectant with it!

Promising reviews: "This hair tool is amazing! It’s inexpensive, easy to use, and it straightens hair more efficiently than any that I’ve ever used. I’m in my sixties, so I’ve used plenty of straighteners, and no other one matches this. 👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽" —Amazon Customer

"This [is] the best straightener I have ever used. I'm 55, so I've tried just about everything out there through the years. I didn't think it was going to work that well on my hair, but it had my hair shiny and sleek. If you have kinky coily hair, try this comb, and you will not be disappointed." —Carolinapeach

Get it from Amazon for $39.85+ (available in three colors).

Check out this TikTok of the Lovoir Winged Eyeliner Stamp in action!

This product comes from New Zealand-based brand and small biz Lovoir Beauty. 

Promising review: "I am a 50-year-old [person] who is ridiculous about trying out new makeup trends. I have been wearing my eyeliner winged since my teen years, and although I have gotten pretty good at applying my wings, I always seem to have one thicker than the other, or at an odd angle, most likely due to my eyes not being perfectly even. So when I saw a review of this product, I thought, what the heck, I will try it. Well, ladies (and guys who wear liner), this winged liner set is one of the best purchases I have ever made in the cosmetic world. It is so simple and I can't believe how quickly I was able to give myself the absolutely, flawless wings! If eyes could fly....worth every penny." —Molly A. Frank

Get a set of two from Amazon for $15.29 (available in three sizes and a variety three-pack).

Promising reviews: "I’m over 55 years old, have had acne since I was 13 years old. I’ve never lived a day since without a blemish of some sort. This product keeps the blemishes at bay more than any other product I have had over the last 40 years, and it doesn’t dry out my skin." —CK

"I absolutely love this face wash! It feels so good on my face and is gentle. Smells great and has made my skin feel soft and smooth. It has helped to clear my blemish-prone chin. I am going to get on a delivery plan for this product! I am 61 years old and had been using Philosophy Purity. I still use that in the morning, but use this glycolic acid wash in the evenings. Wonderful product!!" —Cynthia

Get it from Amazon for $24.99+ (available in five styles and packs of two and three).

Promising review: "It doesn’t get much better than this!! This is the second time purchasing this facial cream, and I absolutely love it!! I’m a 52-year-old whose skin had lost the smooth texture, moisture, and that youthful glow I’ve always had in my youth. I can honestly say that after just a few days, I saw a huge improvement!! I found it in Paris, but the cost was four times the price. A little goes a long way!!" —Andrea

Get it from Amazon for $19+ (available in two sizes).

Promising review: "I use Glotion on brow bone, cheekbones, bridge of nose, and tip of chin, right over the LOreal Anti-Redness BB cream. These two products are so amazing together. I don't need to use foundation of any kind. The BB cream completely hides the redness, and the Glotion adds beautiful highlights. It lasts all day with no change. My skin looks amazing, I am 72 years old and look 50!" —Mrs. Calkins

Get it from Amazon for $14.97+ (available in five shades and as a two-pack).

Promising reviews: "I admit, I have cheated on this concealer, trying other brands to compare. It still outperforms more expensive brands. It goes on 50+ year old skin well. It does not run off or flake. It only comes off when you take it off." —L.A.

"Best under-eye concealer ever. I am 67 years old, have tried them all, and I wouldn't go out without applying this concealer. It blends nicely with my foundation and has never caked. The sponge applicator is soft and makes application quick and easy. I will continue to use this product and hope, like many products I've used over the years, that it doesn't get discontinued." —Morty

Check out our full review of Maybelline's Instant Age Rewind Concealer  for more deets.

Get it from Amazon for $9.98 (available in 24 shades).

This has the National Eczema Association Seal of Acceptance. 

Promising reviews: "Perfect for this 62-year-old face. Love it and wish I had found it sooner." —Judy Clark 

"LOVE!!!!! I am so happy I decided to give this a try! After countless products (I’m 50), I have finally found a winner! My skin is super dry. This is not greasy like most I have tried. Also, bonus…PUMP!! It’s like having pants with pockets exciting!! 😂" —Kelly Jo

Get it from Amazon for $13.56 (also available as a 12-pack).

Note that the AAD recommends using at least SPF 30 and reapplying as needed for skin protection. You can read about sunscreen myths and facts from dermatologists for more information! 

Elizabeth Mott is a Korean American woman-owned biz!

Promising review: "I have both oily and sensitive skin. I’m 63 and started using this about 10 years ago. I usually don’t even put foundation on top, just a good concealer like Mally Beauty Plush Pen Brightening Concealer on all the uneven areas of my face and blend it in. I learned a long time ago to buy good makeup. I love this product – it really evens out your skin and leaves it soft for whatever you want to put on top of it. Well worth the $15; lasts a good while." —Lisa M.

Get it from Amazon for $15.29 (available in six other formulas, two sizes, and two-packs). 

Promising review: "I'm 52, with crepey eyelids and they itch and water if a smidge of eye product gets in them. Powder shadow is a complete no-go! Just bought two of these and I am so happy! After years of not wearing shadow, I am back in the game! It goes on creamy exactly where you put it. The smudger works beautifully, and it stayed put all day with no creasing, no watery or itchiness. Didn't use any primer, just on clean, moisturized skin. Thank you! I will definitely be getting more colors!" —Tania Nicholson

Get it from Amazon for $12 (available in 38 shades).

While this lip balm has SPF 25, the American Academy of Dermatology (AAD) recommends you use products with SPF 30 or higher. Read the AAD’s Guidelines for more details!

Promising reviews: "Nothing has healed my chapped lips like this balm…it is AMAZING. I’m a 72-year-old [person], and I’ve tried a lot of lip therapies. This is the best!!" —Sharon

"Works extremely well on my chapped and dry lips. Best product I’ve ever used, and I'm 70 years old! The application is designed perfectly so the application of the meds is distributed where and exactly in the correct area. LOVE this stuff." —Jetson 49

Get it from Amazon for $8.50 (available in six flavors and packs of two and three).

Reviewers are also super impressed by how fast it works! 

Check out a TikTok of Gold Bond in action. 

Promising review: "Best neck cream EVER. I inadvertently bought this because I was cruising BuzzFeed and it was on one of their bajillion 'Things That Work' lists. I hit the link and added it to my cart, thinking that I would remove it later at some time. Obviously, fate had other plans. 

I kept it on my end table and would use it at night only as an afterthought. However, after a week, something miraculous happened. I wish I had taken a 'before' picture. At 53 years old, my neck had taken on a waddle-like, crepey texture. I just figured it was part of getting older...Then one morning, as I was getting ready, I looked at my neck and literally gasped. There was no waddle! There was no crepe! It was weird how all that just...went away! So if you have a neck that looks like other parts of your body... please give this a shot. You will thank me." —Elizabeth Coppinger

Get it from Amazon for $11.36 (also available in a three-pack).

Reviewers with pin-straight hair, along with 2b–4c hair, mention it has worked for them. And I cannot emphasize this enough — a little goes a looooong way, so this'll last you forever. 

Promising review: "As a 50-year-old [person], I was not used to placing product in my hair. I had chest-length hair all my life, but as I aged, the gray came out, and it was wiry, stiff, and prone to breaking. My hairstylist recommended Verb Ghost oil, and I am amazed. Don't be fooled. It is thick in your hand, but your dry hair absorbs it all and keeps it feeling great all day. It does not feel oily at all." —Jose J. Juarez

Get it from Amazon for $18.70+ (available in three sizes and a two-pack).

Not convinced? Check out our Verb Ghost Oil review (#5) for more deets!

The foundation oxidizes, so reviewers suggests choosing a shade lighter. Check out this TikTok of the TirTir cushion foundation.

Promising review: "50-year-old woman... this is the ONLY foundation I will ever buy! My bestie bought this, and it wasn't a good color match, so she gave it to me. I loved it so much that I ordered two more right away. It is buildable. You can wear it sheer or full coverage. It really is weightless. I once slept in it and woke up looking the same as the night before. I use the LM setting powder, but this is by far the best foundation I have used in DECADES. The best part........IT DOES NOT SIT IN MY WRINKLES, making me look older after 20 minutes, like every other foundation I have tried." —LMH

Get it from Amazon for $17.50+ (available in 40 shades, two sizes, and a matte or dewy finish). 

Jerome Alexander is a small business that specializes in airbrush cosmetic products. 

BuzzFeed Shopping writer Emma Lord *loves* this: "HELLO — I found this through a recommendation on a Reddit beauty forum for people in their thirties, and I am OBSESSED. I am not very skilled with makeup and was intimidated by the brush factor, but it's nearly foolproof. This foundation straight-up glosses over my pores and redness and makes my skin look so even-toned and natural that it doesn't look like I used much foundation at all. It's a bit pricey compared to brands I used in the past, but I'm still on my first bottle of it, and it's been three full months. I hope this never stops getting made. It is so lightweight and lovely and has made my makeup routine feel like a TREAT." 

Promising review: "I had tried spray can makeup before and wasn't impressed. I think it's a great idea, so I tried this brand, and I love the color, formula, and the brush. I already repurchased. One of my clients told me yesterday that my complexion looked beautiful, and I'm almost 60. It's not a matte finish, which really ages my skin. It's not greasy, but it is slightly dewy. A little setting powder in the T-zone sets it all day. I've tried so many foundations on the market and been disappointed by all of them. This product is easy to use, long-lasting, and economical. Its not too yellow, or thick. My combo/dry/sensitive/bad attitude skin likes it." —Oleda Berry

Get it from Amazon for $16.99 (available in 12 shades). 

Promising review: "I have fair, dry, sensitive skin along with pustular rosacea. I am VERY careful with everything I put on my skin, hair, and face. I have my day routine and products locked in — but I was struggling to find products for my nighttime routine. I just turned 50 and have been struggling with how to use and which retinol to use with my rosacea. I read some great reviews about this, and although I was a little skeptical due to the color and the fragrance (two things my skin does not normally like), I decided to give it a shot. I feel like my skin smiles and thanks me when I apply this! In the colder, drier months, I do apply a moisturizer on top of the oil after I have given it a little time to absorb. My skin has NEVER looked or felt this good. Bright, glowy, smooth, and the fine lines and wrinkles are looking smoother and softer. And NOT a single ROSACEA outbreak. Of course, I wish that this was a little more financially friendly, but a little goes a long way, and I am so happy with this product that I know I will be purchasing it over and over." —Amazon Customer

Get it from Amazon for $55+ (available in two sizes).

Mouthwatchers is a small business established by Ronald Plotka, DDS, that specializes in antimicrobial toothbrushes designed to get deeper cleans that even patients with "great" dental hygiene might miss with traditional brush and floss routines. 

Here's what my colleague Emma Lord has to say: "I love it just after the first few days of use! I use an electric toothbrush usually, but I feel like I'm getting a much more satisfying clean from these?? Especially because I tend to get yellow stains between my teeth no matter *how* much I floss, and these bristles seem to actually target that a lot more effectively." 

Promising review: "Having been a dental assistant for over 30 years, I found this to be the best brush ever. I am 69 years old and have never had a cavity (genetics and maintenance). For the past 30 years, I have used electric toothbrushes. They worked great, but I like Dr. P's brush because of the flossing-like bristles. It's also the perfect size for a quick brush for each quadrant. Everybody brush now! Great idea from a real dentist!" —BenK

Get a pair from Amazon for $9.99 (also available as a four-pack). 

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