Today I’m checking out the MAC Studio Radiance 24-Hour Luminous Lift Concealer in NC 14.5. It promises 24-hour medium buildable coverage, 90%+ immediate hydration, and a luminous lifted look, so I wore it through a full day (roughly 11 hours, rainstorm included) to see how it treats dry, mature under-eye skin. All products linked below. #concealerfest #makeupover50

MAC Studio Radiance 24-Hour Luminous Lift Concealer in NC 14.5 $32 – https://go.magik.ly/ml/42aai/

MAC is not a cruelty free brand because they sell in regions that require animal testing (mainland China).

This one really lives or dies on the under-eye, and mine run dry and show every fine line. If you have ever wondered why that little patch of skin ages faster than the rest of your face, here is the why:
More on this over on the blog: Why Does Under-Eye Skin Age Faster Than the Rest of Your Face? – https://shopgoow.com/blogs/skincare/why-under-eye-skin-ages-faster

Also swatched in this video:
NARS Radiant Creamy Concealer in Vanilla – https://go.magik.ly/ml/42aau/
Haus Labs Triclone Concealer in 12 Light Rosy – https://go.magik.ly/ml/42aax/
IT Cosmetics Do It All Radiant Concealer in Light Neutral – https://c-linx.com/XK6Dm

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I’M WEARING:
FACE
GOOW Blue Tansy Face Primer – https://shopgoow.com/products/blue-tansy-face-primer
NARS Natural Matte Longwear Foundation in Vienna – https://go.magik.ly/ml/42aaq/
MAC Studio Radiance 24-Hour Luminous Lift Concealer in NC 14.5 – https://go.magik.ly/ml/42aai/
The Balm Desert Bronzer – https://amzn.to/3Pzwl0q
Milani Baked Blush in Luminoso – https://go.magik.ly/ml/42ac7/

EYES
Morphe Sky-Fi Palette – https://go.magik.ly/ml/42ab3/
Makeup by Mario Master Mascara in Super Black – https://go.magik.ly/ml/3z42l/
L’Oreal Infallible Grip Gel Pencil in Intense Black (tightline) – https://go.magik.ly/ml/39w7w/
Maybelline SuperLock Brow Glue in Deep Brown – https://go.magik.ly/ml/3bmao/

LIP
GOOW Smoothing Lip Treatment (newly reformulated) – https://shopgoow.com/products/smoothing-lip-treatment
Elf Main Stain Lip Pen in Mauvelous – https://go.magik.ly/ml/42aaw/
CoverGirl Clean Fresh Squishy Glaze Lip Butter in Fresh Plum – https://go.magik.ly/ml/42ab5/

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NECKNOTZ hand-crafted hemp necklaces by my friend Lindsay – 3% off with code: GOOW https://www.necknotz.com/discount/GOOW

BANISH Skin Care & Dermarolling Stamp – code GOOW – https://www.banish.com/SHELLY42677

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ABOUT ME: My name is Shelly and I’m a 51-year-old web geek that jumped off the deep end into the makeup and beauty world. I’ve got normal to dry skin, fine lines, and hyperpigmentation caused by sun damage. Cameo appearances by my rescue cats Ziva and Charlie (both girls).

I purchase most products shown on my channel myself. Occasionally I receive PR, products that were gifted to me with no obligations to review them, which I state verbally when applicable. I was not paid by any product provider to make this video. Paid product placements will always be indicated in writing and verbally. All opinions are honest and my own. When you shop products from within my videos/links, I earn a small commission at no cost to you. I appreciate your support of my work!
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