Sun protection is such an important message, especially with the growing cases of skin cancer as we get older. There has been a particular rise in cases among adults aged 55 and over. Case rates among this age group have risen by 195% since the 1990s. More than 90 percent of skin cancers are caused by sun exposure .
The best protection from the sun is to cover up and one of the cooler ways to do that is invest in a great hat. Hats provide a physical barrier that shields your face, neck, and often your shoulders from the sun’s harmful ultraviolet (UV) rays. UV radiation is a leading cause of premature aging, including wrinkles, fine lines, and age spots. By wearing a hat, you’re minimizing your skin’s exposure to these damaging rays, which in turn helps maintain a youthful, radiant complexion.
Incorporating a hat into your daily routine is a simple yet powerful step towards protecting your skin from the sun’s harmful effects. This essential accessory not only aids in maintaining a youthful, glowing complexion but also plays a vital role in preventing serious health issues like sunburn and skin cancer. As a make up artist and beauty writer, it’s important to emphasize that true beauty is not just about looking good but also about taking care of your skin’s health for the long term. So next time you step out into the sun, don’t forget to top off your look with a stylish, protective hat.
Mel is wearing this fab Panama by Tara O’Callaghan.
Tara O’Callaghan Millinery
The Tara O’Callaghan Millinery Bespoke Service offers you the opportunity to create your very own personal dream hat or headwear. Each unique piece will be designed and crafted by hand exclusively by Tara herself.
With a dye-to-order option available Tara can match your bespoke millinery with your chosen outfit, whatever the occasion.
Tara’s studio is based just outside Salisbury, Wiltshire, and her designs have been commissioned by clients in Dorset, Hampshire, Somerset as well as Gloucestershire, London and the Home Counties.
You are invited to make an appointment to visit the studio. During the consultation, we will discuss your requirements, colours and preferences, and together we will create a design unique to you.
Tara will create headwear to flatter your particular face shape, silhouette, and personal style. Pulling your look together seamlessly by using bespoke trims and taking elements from your look and handcrafting an heirloom hat or head-piece for you to wear and enjoy forever.
To book an appointment please use our form on the webpage.
https://toca-shop.com/collections/bespoke-millinery
Make up can be a sun barrier too with many foundations containing a spf within. Always read the label as the factor is often lower than is needed for a day out in sunshine. I recommend a factor 50 on your face and these days you can get high factor creams light enough to sit under make up. I use La Roche Posey factor 50 it suits my skin, which is a miracle as I am so annoyingly reactive. I have used a Delilah foundation on Mel spf20.
The make up story is summer soft and I love these soft rosey colours on Mel. Make up is trickey when it is hot and for most of us over 50 that is an ongoing situation all year round. If you are by the pool then SPF50 all day long, make up is not necessay. If, however you are out and about I suggest a light base to even the skin and blot gently with a tissue when perspiration appears. Waterproof mascara helps stay a treat, but always harder to remove, be careful not to drag the eyes ferociously (use an oil base eye make up remover) liquid blush is more natural and easier to reapply on hot skin than a powder. Lippy is a must to finish a make up look and love soft creamy colours in summer or just smudge of lipgloss, again easy to retouch.
Mel loved the soft creamy make up and she looks fabulous in her wonderful Panama hat. Summer ready.
Make up Used
Delilah foundation: https://delilahcosmetics.com/collections/foundation/products/time-frame-future-resist-foundation-spf-20
LFF: Instant Bright Highlight pen https://www.lookfabulousforever.com/instant-bright-highlight
Urban Decay Eyes: https://www.urbandecay.co.uk/en_GB/makeup-palettes/naked-reloaded-eyeshadow-palette/ud938.html Angel Fire, Blur.
Brown Eye liner top and bottom- Delilah: https://delilahcosmetics.com/collections/eyes
Benefit Mascara: https://www.benefitcosmetics.com/en-gb/product/badgal-bang-volumizing-mascara?product=BADGALEM43-FULL&sku=EM43
Eyebrows Lff Bring back brow Grey: https://www.lookfabulousforever.com/brows
Cheeks: Daniel Sandler Liquid blush Cherub:https://www.danielsandler.com/products/watercolour-liquid-blush-cherub
Lips: Liner LFF Roseberry: https://www.lookfabulousforever.com/defining-lip-liner
Lipstick charlotte Tilbury: https://www.charlottetilbury.com/uk/product/hot-lips-lipstick-kim-k-w
Concept and Photographs: Karen Lockyer
make up/hair @karenlockyermua
Straw hat by Tara O’Callaghan https://toca-shop.com/instagram
Model; Mel Gordan https://www.instagram.com/melgordoncelebrant/
Make up Workshops
The Graceful Disgraceful Make up Experience is for small private groups (6) of women 40+, so grab a group of friends and book this fabulous self care workshop that celebrates women, guiding them through the early challenges of ageing from 40s to menopause and beyond.
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