Linter likes drugstore brand L’Oreal for mascaras, lipsticks and glosses.
     
“Remember, no thick, frosted glosses for women over 40,” she says. “Also don't buy anything heavy—no heavy foundation, mascara or gloss. Sheer is more appropriate at this point in our lives.”

Shown: L’Oreal Voluminous Mascara, $8, at Lorealparis.com.


 

“Fran Wilson pointed Q-tips are the best. They are always in my kit.”

Shown: Fran Wilson Eye Tees, $3 for 80 swabs, at Franwilson.com.
 

Linter offers the following tips for drusgtore foundation shopping (where testing isn't usually an option):

"When it comes to foundation, don't choose by color alone. Read the label to see if the product is made for aging skin, or for dry skin—or for whatever your skin type is. And avoid a heavy, 'full-coverage' foundation or concealer if you're over 40; they can appear mask-like."

Shown: Revlon Age-Defying Cream Makeup, $12, Target.