If you’ve got droopy eyelids, you aren’t alone. The struggle is real, and it’s one that we face each and every day. One trick to keep yourself looking great is to use eye makeup that won’t smudge or smear. If you use the wrong eyeliner, you’ll find that you’ve got streaks and lines on your face that just don’t belong there. To help avoid that from happening, try to use an eyeliner that only goes on with smooth precision but works to stay on longer without running or rubbing off. Here are some of the top choices we found online; check them out and see if one won’t work well for you. Stop the Sm ..read more

Research has repeatedly shown that women need more strength training than cardio, especially as we age. That’s because once we hit the menopausal years, declining hormones can cause us to lose muscle mass and bone density. Strength training can not only help prevent those losses but also help us build more muscle, turning our bodies into calorie and fat-burning machines. So why aren’t more of us doing it? As a fitness trainer, the most common excuse I hear is that many older women are intimidated by the gym. They don’t know how much or how often to lift, are unfamiliar with the equipment, and ..read more

A new product to combat vaginal dryness without hormones has just hit the market. Here’s everything you need to know about Revaree, including its cost, where to buy it, and how to use it. Disclaimer: This post on Revaree is for informational purposes only.  If you have any questions or concerns about the product, speak with your doctor or gynecologist. My Experience with Vaginal Dryness Over a decade ago, I had a full hysterectomy due to a dermoid tumor on my right ovary that was growing by the minute. So, I went from a natural estrogen balance to no estrogen at all in one day. And while ..read more

I don’t think I’ve ever met anyone that didn’t want to look their best. Not every day, mind you; some days are just a ponytail and workout pants kind of day. But even if we don’t want to take the time to fix ourselves up, put on some makeup, and dress to the nines, there are preemptive steps we can take to still look good. It all starts with a good skincare routine – so when you’re heading out without taking any time to prep, you still have a great look because you took the time and made an effort to get your skin looking its best.  I also don’t think I’ve ever met anyone that likes to ju ..read more

If you are a mature single woman in the market for a husband, do not despair. Late-life marriages are on the rise. A recent study by the National Center for Family and Marriage Research shows the number of marriages of people over fifty has actually doubled since the 1990s. While getting married is an occasion for celebration, it can also force you to make tricky financial and legal decisions and tackle issues involving children, assets, housing, and retirement. So before you tie the knot, it’s important to tie up some less romantic details so you can avoid some problems down the road. Discuss ..read more

If you’re like me, you love browsing the internet (especially Instagram) for hairstyles. And not just any hairstyles. I want to find ones that suit my face shape, age, and style. If they’re also easy to keep up with (aka, run your fingers through them and go), I call them winners. Here are the best hairstyles for women over 50 on Instagram that you’ll definitely want to check out. The Pixie Bob Remember Twiggy and her super short, super adorable pixie cut that essentially only looked good on her? While I always wanted to try it, it was not the style for me or my facial shape. Enter the new, i ..read more

Ah, St. Patrick’s Day. The holiday is packed with traditions, and it’s the one day a year when EVERYONE gets to be Irish. My first memories of the holiday were about making sure you wore something green to school because if not, you’d have to dodge being pinched all day. As I aged, it was more about stopping into the local Irish bar for a pint. Most of us Irish folk also need to squeeze in a bite of a traditional home country meal of corned beef and cabbage, especially if we don’t want all the Guinness going to our heads. But what are all these customs and other traditions about, and how can y ..read more

Chia seeds are one of nature’s miracle foods. These little things are chock full of a wide variety of health benefits. They are rich in vitamins and minerals and are a great way to get healthy fat and fiber into your diet. And the best part is that they don’t have any flavor, so you can throw them into really anything for an extra boost of nutrition. You may already be aware of all the benefits of chia seeds, and it’s no secret—they are one of the most popular superfoods. However, you may not be aware that these seeds also produce an oil that packs a big punch when it comes to nutrit ..read more

Looking for great odor-eliminator sprays can be frustrating, especially if you’re perusing supermarket shelves. And when it comes to narrowing down the best for your specific needs, it can be even more. So, to take the guesswork out, I’ve narrowed down the best odor-eliminator sprays to help your shopping experience. If you’re like I am, I have bottles of cleaners and deodorizers that looked great, and their claims were too good to be true – and they were just that. Promising to completely remove funky odors, they were not worth the money. Disclaimer: This post on odor-eliminator sprays is to ..read more

Ah, retirement! It seems as if you’ve been working your entire life to get to this moment—when you get to sit back, relax, and enjoy the fruits of your labor. Retirement almost feels like the ending of one life and the beginning of a new and exciting one.  While we are all about taking all the time you want and need to relax and do absolutely nothing, retirement is also a great opportunity to explore new things. You have the perfect opportunity to take up new hobbies, travel, and spend more time with loved ones than when you were busy working. Here are seven ideas for things you can ..read more