The Beauty Staples Experts Recommend for People Over 40

Tyler Kent | 24 September 2024
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Celebrity Interviews
Usher Clears the Air on Deleted Tweets as Diddy Rumors Swirl

Usher has clarified why all his tweets were deleted after conspiracy theories linked him to Diddy's sex trafficking and racketeering case. Over the weekend, fans noticed his posts on X (formerly Twitter) had disappeared, sparking unfounded speculation that it was related to Diddy's recent legal troubles. Usher addressed the situation, explaining his account was hacked and joking about the rumors. He also took the opportunity to promote his concert in Inglewood. Usher and Diddy share a long history, with the R&B star having lived and worked with Diddy in the 1990s. While reflecting on that time, Usher revealed he witnessed "curious things" but remained vague on specifics. Earlier this year, Usher was also mentioned in civil proceedings related to Diddy's alleged sex crimes.

Beauty
The Beauty Staples Experts Recommend for People Over 40

Aging is a privilege that comes with certain responsibilities—one of which is adjusting your skincare routine to maintain skin health. As you age, you may notice a loss of volume, more prominent lines and wrinkles, and drier skin. If you're looking for ways to care for your skin after 40, we have some expert recommendations.

Dermatologists suggest incorporating specific treatments and ingredients, like retinol (vitamin A), which boosts collagen, improves hyperpigmentation, and keeps skin cells active. For age spots and pigmentation, look for products with vitamin C, tranexamic acid, or licorice root—these antioxidants protect the skin from free radicals and pollution damage.

Don’t forget the basics: heavier moisturizers to combat dryness caused by reduced oil production and a weakened skin barrier, and daily sunscreen to prevent UV damage and maintain an even complexion.

Makeup routines should also evolve, with experts advising a "less is more" approach for those over 40, as too much makeup can emphasize signs of aging.

Some recommended products include:

- SkinCeuticals Discoloration Defense

- Caire Beauty Theorem Serum Boost

- Colorescience Sunforgettable Total Protection Face Shield Flex SPF

- Lightsaver Activated Mineral Sunscreen SPF 33

- SkinFix Barrier+ Triple Lipid-Peptide Face Cream

- La Roche-Posay Toleriane Ultra Face Moisturizer

- Chuda Healing Hydrating Cream.

Entertainment
Chappell Roan and the Complexities of Modern Fandom

Having devoted fans can be a daunting experience for public figures, and more celebrities are speaking out about it. In August, Chappell Roan made headlines when she took to TikTok to call out her own fans for harassment, stalking, and inappropriate behavior. The "Good Luck Babe" singer expressed her frustration, saying that while this behavior might be normalized in fame, it doesn’t make it acceptable. Roan’s candid remarks resonated with other celebrities, from Katy Perry to Elton John, who have privately or publicly supported her. This highlights a growing issue: fandom has evolved into a more toxic dynamic, where fans often cross boundaries, treating celebrities less as people and more as objects. Whether celebrity pushback will change this troubling trend remains to be seen.