Now getting divorced at 54 ....after 34 years of abuse....feeling like I'm old and ugly and spent and past my expiration date. Channels like yours help me to feel that there is hope!!! This is the year of getting strong and healthy on all fronts. Will take all of your tips thank you!!
Sister, I’m only 10 years, behind you! I’m a year out. We’ve got this!! This is YOUR time, now!! Invest in yourself, and pour all the love that you needed, into yourself! Find something, every month, that makes you feel good, more beautiful, witty, creative, or at peace. Being free, can be a soft life. Also, therapy, and Tretinoin!!
I am in a similar boat- 52 and now living with my elderly parents after giving up EVERYTHING and walking away from a living hell. Do NOT believe that you are ugly. You are beautiful! You are strong and YOU are a SURVIVOR! Believe in yourself and the strength it took to leave and start over. Walk straight and hold your head up high! We are walking along beside you.
It does knock you sideways but you have survived and come out the other side. Onwards and upwards! Take care of yourself and this is an exciting time for you. Be brave x
Please avoid relationships until you are basically healed. I only say basically because so many women don't give themselves a chance to get that far before getting involved again. You will get stronger as time goes by.
You are beautiful. Thank you for your tips. I drink a gallon of water per day, wash my fash 2x per day applying vitamin c in the AM, apply retinol serum per day, eat healthy, weight training, walk. The #1 thing I do before starting my day is spend time with the Lord reading my Bible and praying.
4:00 sleeping on the back to avoid neck wrinkles 6:00 she doesn’t use moisturiser 8:00 she uses a small epilator to get rid of the facial hair 9:00 at face washing, she moves her fingers upwards 10:00 every day she does slow exercises to stretch (if I understand correctly). She does weights and yoga slowly. 12:30 uses eyeliner very close the eyelashes (tight lining)
@@Melissa55 I'm new here, hello, my name is LeslieAnn, and you are a doll! Omy gosh!! I'm 57 and you look younger than me, and you have the sweetest personality Melissa! I'm signing up right now! I was just a little depressed and scrolling around and I saw your video pop up, I'm so happy that I found you! 😘😘😘
@@Melissa55 There is no way you are almost 70. You look better than ALL the hollywood celebrities. I believe its your internal beauty as well which is reflecting on your face and making it glow.
Gosh, I’m 75 and the wisdom we have gained from living so long would fill a book, right…..maybe two! I think your most important tip was learning to love yourself! I’ve never been really good at this but I truly believe most of our real beauty comes from within. If we choose to believe in ourselves, forgive ourselves and encourage ourselves with kind words then we have achieved a loveliness that shines brightly in this old world!
I struggle with that Myrna and I wish I didn't. I think it might be harder for women. A lot of us were taught to be people pleasers at perhaps the cost of our own well being. Thank you. I just enjoyed this so much.
Omg, I am in awe what a beautiful woman you are inside and out. You prove age is a number that does not define us if you are dedicated to health and self care You have a young spirit and attitude Thank you for being an inspiration
At 55 years old I find myself starting again. End of a nearly 35 year relationship, I was caring for my termial ill son and after my little boy passed found out my abusive EX had been gambling our saving. It my time now to look after myself for my other son and for my little boy I do this in honor of him. Love the tips and all the natural products, we for natural not synthetic ❤ thank-you for the video ❤
@@sabitriesoebedar2067 Thank-you so much its been very hard, my ex is now in a new relationship and the woman who is unaware of what he is like, has a daughter the same age as my child. He has lied to so many people. Not really asked for any photos of his son who passed 😢💔
Rebounding has become my favorite form of exercise. Turning on some moving music and using one pound weights working the whole body. Really good for lymphatic and joints! God Bless you Dear🙏
Hi Melissa I came to your channel too late in your YOU TUBE world but thanks to you I bought a Omnilux Mask bought the Vitamin C serum the Obaji and I sort of know your story and OMG you are a true gift to all of us everyone. You’ve been through H and back and you still smile, pray and are so confident in your life may you be blessed forever!! Wait you are already blessed. I’m grateful to have met you even if it’s on the YOU TUBE channel!!!! Stay beautiful and everyone is right you don’t look 69!!! OR act 69!!!!
This made me tear up!!! Thank you so much for your kind words. Believe me when I tell you that I am the one that's grateful to know everyone on here. Y'all have so enrich my life and I am grateful. I appreciate this!
I had an ophthalmologist tell me years ago that due to my eye issues I should avoid jumping exercises 😮 so I prefer slow movement stretching also. And it may not really work, but I still rinse my hair in cold water to "close the shaft" and make it shinier. Think Seventeen magazine told us that in the 70's 😂
I’m 72 and I’ve never done any cosmetic procedures. I’ve been interested in makeup since I was 12 or 13. I wasn’t into skin care as much because I didn’t realize how important it was. I never had skin problems, just the occasional huge zit during my period. I did tan up until about mid 30’s and I then developed an allergy to the sun. My advice to younger women is to take care of your skin & avoid the sun & wear sunscreen!! Great video.
Your HORMONE therapy that you took prior your breast CA has helped your youthful appearance. I have a friend and relative that look much younger than their age. Both took hormone replacement. You are amazing. ❤
If only we knew then what we’ve learned but tech/science has progressed also. I’m 61, hv had fillers, tox, non-invasive procedures. Had plans for facelift but am changing my mind.
@@kathybates1751- I’m so angry now at my own lack of research and my drs! I asked to be placed on HRT and was denied due to the false claims it may cause cancer.
I am almost 64 and fighting hard to not look old. I don't mind looking my age. I just want to look good for my age and your videos are so very inspiring. You look amazing. 💕
Thank you so much for this. I really don't think beauty has a lot to do with wrinkles to be honest. I think it's an attitude that we need to keep as we age and an ability to be active and present. I think a lot of older people lose that. I sure appreciate this.
Hello! New subscriber 😊 here Your skin looks gorgeous! I’m your age and also know some of these tricks from my teen years reading Cosmopolitan. It was my “bible.” Haha!!
All good stuff Melissa. On exercise I find Qi Gong (pronounced Chi Gong) is slow, gentle and works all joints and muscles in a great way. I am 74 and watch a lot of videos on this on TH-cam… xxxx
Love you so much and praying for you for the best health! I have a huge gap between my teeth. I wouldn’t smile. My grandmother told me as a little girl to truly learn how to embrace my flaws. It’s what makes each person truly beautiful. That’s how I see everyone now ❤️. Xoxo
Hi Melissa! I remember seeing Suzanne Somers 25 years ago saying if you have acne or breakouts you can but toothpaste on each area and sleep like that. The following day, it will clear up. And.. she was right!!
Love this video! I'm reading a book on aging women and it talks about embracing the upsides of aging, one of them being the wisdom you mentioned. I've been on a mission to share this message with younger women in the hopes they don't fear aging. I'm almost 53, and like you I don't have botox or fillers. Only unlike you, I definitely have lines and signs of aging. Haha. But my hope is that the younger women who watch my videos get to see an aging woman who is unbothered by them. I love the whole idea of this video appreciate you sharing your lived experience with us! :)
I'm looking at your avatar picture and you are beautiful!!! You don't have any signs of aging. I love the philosophy of that book. May we all be able to grow old and embrace it. Thank you!!!
You're my favorite beauty on You Tube. Gorgeous inside, gorgeous outside Melissa. You are certainly an early adopter of good skin care. I can't say the same- sitting for hours in the hot sun with baby oil. We can all benefit by what you want to share.
I relate to you so well. I too am 69, turning 70 in January. I FINALLY am embracing my gray…am a natural brunette. It was hard but six months in , I feel free! And I can spend more time and money on new fabric and sewing/quilting. Love all your tips!
We are so close to the same age!!! Although you are a teensy bit older because I will turn 70 in April!!! lol. I'm so glad you are embracing your gray. I can see myself doing that at some time too. Oh how marvelous that you sew and quilt. I cherish the quilts I have inherited. Thank you and much love!!!
@@Melissa55 I loved your crochet cloths and have made several! I had to do something with myself after retirement from Preschool Director/Teacher at our church so sewing and crocheting was it!! Thanks for your tutorials and sharing your life experiences. My mom went through breast cancer in her early 60s. She did very well with all the treatments. She was one of 9 girls but the only one to get breast cancer. She did smoke so there’s that. Blessings to you!
I love the crochet, but unfortunately, we do not have a store here where I live in Georgia to buy such items anymore. I wanted to crochet my first grandson a blanket. He’s nine months old and I hate that we can just walk in the store and buy such items like yarn etc. @melissa55 if you ever wanted to make a couple and sell them please let me know. I would greatly appreciate paying you to make me a few.
Thank you so much for sharing your tips. You are such an inspiration. Thank you for sharing your breast cancer journey. It has been so helpful as I've been going through a similar journey. Your kindness and loveliness shine through the screen. Sending love. 💗
I love listening to you on TH-cam! Your advice is excellent and your sweet and gracious way with words is so lovely! I don’t know you, but you are a fabulous lady!
Thank u so much for this video. I am turning 50 this month but am recuperating from cancer. U give me hope that I can look good now and later. I am struggling with eczema now but I began to treat it this week. U are so beautiful. U look so much younger. U inspire me also by the fact that u learned technology later but u have the mindset of: “well I can learn and figure it out.” I have been using technology since my 30’s and still have some trouble. This gives me the strength to say well I need more patience and take it easy and I can figure it out.
You are gorgeous, thank you for sharing your secrets & hacks. I am 64, and am dedicated to staying youthful both inside & out. I drink water by the gallon, do intermittent fasting 3-4 days per week, work out, meditate to enhance sleep & reduce stress, strict skin care regime - minimal sun expose, avid user of tretinoin, actives, medium depth skin peels & botox. I hope to look as beautiful and healthy as you when I’m 69 ❤ Thank you
I just wanted to say, I'm 42 and I've learned so much from your channel that I'm starting to implement now! I want to age gracefully and take care of myself and you are such an inspiration for that! Thank you for all the amazing advice.
You are so beautiful! Everything you learned early has worked very well for you! I wish I had been so smart! Thank you lady for your great content you share!
Melissa, you are aging goals! I started watching TH-cam videos and over investing in makeup and skincare about 8 years, and I feel like it changed things for me. I hope I can hold on as well as you have, and I'm 65. These are some great tips!
You look amazing... two decades younger. I enjoyed your video and I like your energy. 😊 You remind me of Michelle Pfeiffer and Cheryl Tiegs IMHO. Hi from the UK!
Super fun video! Oh how I loved magazines since my early teen years….i miss the excitement of getting a new magazine one and slowly flipping through. Great tips and yes to keeping our minds busy…I look forward to Wordle every morning! Have a great day gorgeous ❤️
Same! I loved them! Nothing like back in the day relaxing with a new magazine! It makes me sad my daughter never did that. She's 31 so on the cusp of the world changing So much.
You are so sweet and look amazing. I am so glad you are feeling better. I just started a channel a few months ago at 70. We are growing and you and all these more mature ladies are a real inspiration! Thank you! ❤
You are such an inspiration! After menopause- when I thought I wd die, I believed it would be all downhill from there. Thank you for sharing your wisdom with us.
Thank you, this was one of the best videos I've watched about beauty for older women. I also take time daily to write down things I am thankful for, and I read God's word, because He loves me SO much, and finally, I make a conscious effort to smile at everyone I meet. It usually makes them smile back! I am SO very thankful that I am getting older!
I loved this video! Such great tips. We've been traveling again and getting settled in a new place, so I've had trouble keeping up with your videos, this summer. I'm happy I made time today, to watch. You are truly inspiring to those of us, women who are over 60. ♥️
Like you, I started wearing and learning about makeup at the age of 14, at first because of breakouts, too! The only foundation I could afford said, "with sunscreen," and I didn't even know what that meant at the time. I am over 70 now and my skin really shows the care I have taken to protect it all these years. And yes, I slept with my naturally curly hair set on soup cans when I was a teen! My mom would clean and save them for me. I wish all young people would realize the power they have over the aging of their skin and bodies. I think posture, staying busy and having a youthful attitude is even more important. #over60
Well said beautiful Melissa..great tips to follow..My sister and I have washed our hair in the kitchen sinks forever. Like you said it makes your hair stand away from the scalp. Love, Liz❤
What? No moisturizers? Whoa. That's a hard one to swallow. I'm in my 70's and just about a year and a half ago, I started going once a month to an esthetician for a monthly facial. She could not believe how dry my skin was, and asked me what moisturizer I use. I told her I use one, but not every single day. She told me that I need to moisturize every day to help the aging skin. How do you keep your skin so beautiful w/o a moisturizer. If I don't use one, I notice I get teensie weensie blackheads in certain areas of my face. Not a lot, but a few. Having a monthly facial helps me, because my eyesight is not that great anymore, so I cannot see to get them.
Greetings Melissa! Wow, you figured it out when you were so young! You look absolutely fabulous!! You are someone that I look up to and admire. I love doing yoga, it's one thing I have done since my teens. I hope changing your meds helps you feel better! Love and blessings ♥️🙏
I love coming to your channel and finding that you and my stylist are using similar language and techniques! My stylist is in her 70s. I believe stylists had more comprehensive training back in the day. Your videos make it easier to see all angles as the magic is happening. Home styling my wavy/fine/thick bob is still a challenge. I'll take at the help I can get!
Thanks for sharing! I've been questioning the whole moisturing thing for years and you're spot on! I get deeper frown lines every time I use more moisturizer. You've just confirmed my suspicions.
You are your own best advertisement for your YT channel! What a beautiful woman. And great tips! I would add also drinking LOTS of water every day. I drink about 4 liters (roughly a gallon) every day and it has served me well.
Some really great advise. Thank you so much for sharing. I'm not in my 60s yet but getting older has really gotten me down. I'm taking care of my mom and i have a special needs 12 year old. I lost my husband to a horrible death 2 years ago and took care of him for months before he passed. I've taken care of everyone except myself and saying I'm exhausted is an understatement. But you give me new hope. I look forward to watching lots more of your videos.
This came up on my feed, and I am so glad that I watched this video! We are the same age and I don’t feel any different than I did in my teens. I have the ability to remember everything since I was about 2 years old. I remember Tiger Beat Magazine, I remember songs from the 50’s, 60’s loved the 70’s, probably my favorite decade, music and different smells, or fragrances really bring back memories. I always thought that things would always get better as the years progressed. We always had filmstrips in school that said by the year 2000 we would have flying cars and it all looked so great and futuristic! Even though the future was not what we hoped it would be,I always feel optimistic that things can still change for the better as far as the future is concerned. Love conquers hate, happiness and bringing joy to the world through meditation and positive thought and helping others, can change the world.🌟☀️
Hi Melissa, I just loved this video! I really enjoyed hearing about all of your tips and tricks you’ve learned over the years! I remember the old hair dryers and sleeping in rollers! I would love to see more about the yoga! Thanks so much for sharing this with us!
I will turn 61 this year and very happy with my skin! My mommy always taught me growing up that less was best when it came to makeup. When I was working I wore makeup but could have it applied in a few minutes! Now that I am retired going on 2 1/2 years I very seldom wear makeup! My husband and I are very athletic and sunscreen is super important as we golf a lot! Anything outside is my jam! Move your body and never stop ladies! It keeps it all going and flowing ❤. You are beautiful sweet friend ❤
Oh that is so wonderful that you golf so much! I really really need to find something physical to do that I enjoy. I admit that I have gotten a bit lethargic and it makes me feel ashamed of myself. I like to move with yoga like movements so I do that. I don't like to walk particularly but I wonder if I would enjoy riding a bike. Whatever it is I need to find something. Thank you!!!
Lots, and lots of great tips, Melissa. They sure have worked for you!! You are beautiful inside, and out. I can still feel excitement of getting a new Seventeen Magazine. The back to school issue was enormous. Yes, we will just keep on keeping on, and me the healthiest we can me. Love you my friend...MaryEllen
I was so shocked, when I saw your age. You look as though you’re in your 40s so, I think you’re very qualified to give us tip. Unlike so many others. ❤❤
I really appreciate you being so open about everything. You are a true girl’s girl! Loved the end about continuing to learn and teach even as we age. Im 27 but I am working towards aging gracefully like you.
I’m 61 & what I found most effective in getting rid of facial hair is to shave with an electric shaver & then use the IPL light to permanently remove it from my chin & upper lip. I used to use the epilator with rotating tweezers for other body parts but it would just hurt too badly for the face. Also people would get ingrown hairs when they used that too.
Thank you for sharing your wisdom, Melissa. I believe resentment is toxic, so I forgive others and myself. I like that old expression that resentment is drinking poison then waiting for the other person to die. It's me who suffers if I can't let it go.
regarding your into-- that's exactly why I watch your videos! you have the wisdom and the proof that the beauty routines that you have tried and committed to over the years truly work. No offense to them at all, but I just really don't care about what a 19 year old has to say about skincare.
@romasnow200 True. My point is that she's not qualified to be giving beauty advice to mature women who don't have work done on their faces because we'll never get the results she's promoting. This is false advertising.
Now getting divorced at 54 ....after 34 years of abuse....feeling like I'm old and ugly and spent and past my expiration date. Channels like yours help me to feel that there is hope!!! This is the year of getting strong and healthy on all fronts. Will take all of your tips thank you!!
Sister, I’m only 10 years, behind you! I’m a year out. We’ve got this!!
This is YOUR time, now!! Invest in yourself, and pour all the love that you needed, into yourself!
Find something, every month, that makes you feel good, more beautiful, witty, creative, or at peace.
Being free, can be a soft life.
Also, therapy, and Tretinoin!!
I am in a similar boat- 52 and now living with my elderly parents after giving up EVERYTHING and walking away from a living hell. Do NOT believe that you are ugly. You are beautiful! You are strong and YOU are a SURVIVOR! Believe in yourself and the strength it took to leave and start over. Walk straight and hold your head up high! We are walking along beside you.
You can do it! 💕
It does knock you sideways but you have survived and come out the other side. Onwards and upwards! Take care of yourself and this is an exciting time for you. Be brave x
Please avoid relationships until you are basically healed. I only say basically because so many women don't give themselves a chance to get that far before getting involved again. You will get stronger as time goes by.
You are beautiful. Thank you for your tips. I drink a gallon of water per day, wash my fash 2x per day applying vitamin c in the AM, apply retinol serum per day, eat healthy, weight training, walk. The #1 thing I do before starting my day is spend time with the Lord reading my Bible and praying.
Yes 🙌
You have such wonderful habits and yes, every night I read my Bible and pray. It is vital to my life. Love to you and thank you!
That's how I start my day too, amen! ❤
Just be careful with the water…too much can make your kidneys work harder than they should. Google Dr Ken Berry (topic Water).
Awesome tips! Especially spending time with the Lord my day always goes better when I do!
A large part of your beauty is you being a beautiful and kind person inside, which radiates outside.
Oh Phoebe, that made me tear up. Thank you!
YES! It's the biggest part of her beauty!
Absolutely!
No not really 🤣
It’s true Melissa. ❤️
I cannot believe you are 69. Your skin is beautiful. I love getting your beauty hints.
You are so very kind. Thank you so much!
@@Melissa55 what do you do for the glowing skin?
After watching a few of your videos, I think your kindness, gentleness and peacefulness have kept you beautiful and ageless.
4:00 sleeping on the back to avoid neck wrinkles
6:00 she doesn’t use moisturiser
8:00 she uses a small epilator to get rid of the facial hair
9:00 at face washing, she moves her fingers upwards
10:00 every day she does slow exercises to stretch (if I understand correctly). She does weights and yoga slowly.
12:30 uses eyeliner very close the eyelashes (tight lining)
Thanks!
😅
Plus the fillers and lifts...
Tretinoin all the way. That's the baseline of her channel @@amandamann2946
@@amandamann2946 No facial movement from the eyelids up
I am still trying to wrap my head around the fact that you’re 69 you don’t look a day over 40
Same lmao
Oh you are very very kind. Thank you!
@@Melissa55 I'm new here, hello, my name is LeslieAnn, and you are a doll! Omy gosh!! I'm 57 and you look younger than me, and you have the sweetest personality Melissa! I'm signing up right now! I was just a little depressed and scrolling around and I saw your video pop up, I'm so happy that I found you! 😘😘😘
@@Melissa55 There is no way you are almost 70. You look better than ALL the hollywood celebrities. I believe its your internal beauty as well which is reflecting on your face and making it glow.
lots of botox
Audrey Hepburn said your greatest beauty asset is your smile. Melissa you have that smile down. Great tips ❤
Wow! You look amazing!!! You look better than most 30 or 40 year olds. Keep doing what you do it’s working. Goals. 🙏
Gosh, I’m 75 and the wisdom we have gained from living so long would fill a book, right…..maybe two!
I think your most important tip was learning to love yourself! I’ve never been really good at this but I truly believe most of our real beauty comes from within. If we choose to believe in ourselves, forgive ourselves and encourage ourselves with kind words then we have achieved a loveliness that shines brightly in this old world!
I struggle with that Myrna and I wish I didn't. I think it might be harder for women. A lot of us were taught to be people pleasers at perhaps the cost of our own well being. Thank you. I just enjoyed this so much.
@@Melissa55absolutely well said❤
Omg, I am in awe what a beautiful woman you are inside and out. You prove age is a number that does not define us if you are dedicated to health and self care
You have a young spirit and attitude
Thank you for being an inspiration
I seriously thought that you were only 50! Where were you when I needed tips on aging gracefully 20 years ago? You look fabulous.
aw, thank you!!! I have learned so much from the other mature women on here. They are so special. I appreciate it!
Ive seen 35 year Olds not look as good as Melissa
You are what I’ve been looking for the last few years on TH-cam. I’m 67 .
Bless you!!!!
😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂
At 55 years old I find myself starting again. End of a nearly 35 year relationship, I was caring for my termial ill son and after my little boy passed found out my abusive EX had been gambling our saving. It my time now to look after myself for my other son and for my little boy I do this in honor of him. Love the tips and all the natural products, we for natural not synthetic ❤ thank-you for the video ❤
This made me cry😢 I am so sorry for your loss💔 Wishing you all the best❤
@@sabitriesoebedar2067 Thank-you so much its been very hard, my ex is now in a new relationship and the woman who is unaware of what he is like, has a daughter the same age as my child. He has lied to so many people. Not really asked for any photos of his son who passed 😢💔
Rebounding has become my favorite form of exercise.
Turning on some moving music and using one pound weights working the whole body.
Really good for lymphatic and joints!
God Bless you Dear🙏
Hi Melissa I came to your channel too late in your YOU TUBE world but thanks to you I bought a Omnilux Mask bought the Vitamin C serum the Obaji and I sort of know your story and OMG you are a true gift to all of us everyone. You’ve been through H and back and you still smile, pray and are so confident in your life may you be blessed forever!! Wait you are already blessed. I’m grateful to have met you even if it’s on the YOU TUBE channel!!!! Stay beautiful and everyone is right you don’t look 69!!! OR act 69!!!!
This made me tear up!!! Thank you so much for your kind words. Believe me when I tell you that I am the one that's grateful to know everyone on here. Y'all have so enrich my life and I am grateful. I appreciate this!
I had an ophthalmologist tell me years ago that due to my eye issues I should avoid jumping exercises 😮 so I prefer slow movement stretching also.
And it may not really work, but I still rinse my hair in cold water to "close the shaft" and make it shinier. Think Seventeen magazine told us that in the 70's 😂
yes I rinse my hair with cold water ❤❤❤
OH my gosh I remember closing the shaft too. And a final rinse on your face to close the pores.!!! Thank you!
Oh yes the nineties teen magazines recommended the cold final rinse to close the shaft too😅
My 93 year old father still swears by a cold rinse at the end of his shower. I told my endocrinologist this and he said "your father is a smart man!"
@mystyleishealth Thanks, but I'll stick with the advice my medical provider gave me
I’m 56 … 50-60 pounds overweight but this past year been desiring to take better care of my skin and hair God gave me. ❣️🙏
What make you beautiful is your character. Upbeat smiling and energetic enthusiasm is the beauty of within. Your makeup only enhances your inner life
I’m 72 and I’ve never done any cosmetic procedures. I’ve been interested in makeup since I was 12 or 13. I wasn’t into skin care as much because I didn’t realize how important it was. I never had skin problems, just the occasional huge zit during my period. I did tan up until about mid 30’s and I then developed an allergy to the sun. My advice to younger women is to take care of your skin & avoid the sun & wear sunscreen!! Great video.
Your HORMONE therapy that you took prior your breast CA has helped your youthful appearance. I have a friend and relative that look much younger than their age. Both took hormone replacement. You are amazing. ❤
If only we knew then what we’ve learned but tech/science has progressed also. I’m 61, hv had fillers, tox, non-invasive procedures. Had plans for facelift but am changing my mind.
@@kathybates1751- I’m so angry now at my own lack of research and my drs! I asked to be placed on HRT and was denied due to the false claims it may cause cancer.
That is such good advice!! I have so much sun damage to my body. Thank you, Annette!
I am almost 64 and fighting hard to not look old. I don't mind looking my age. I just want to look good for my age and your videos are so very inspiring. You look amazing. 💕
Yes I’m loving the wisdom of my age 64 but I’m loving like you looking good for my age ❤let’s be an example to others that older is beautiful!
Thank you so much for this. I really don't think beauty has a lot to do with wrinkles to be honest. I think it's an attitude that we need to keep as we age and an ability to be active and present. I think a lot of older people lose that. I sure appreciate this.
Hello! New subscriber 😊 here Your skin looks gorgeous! I’m your age and also know some of these tricks from my teen years reading Cosmopolitan. It was my “bible.” Haha!!
Mine too, loved Cosmo!
It's incredible how young and beautiful you are at 69! ❤🎉
All good stuff Melissa. On exercise I find Qi Gong (pronounced Chi Gong) is slow, gentle and works all joints and muscles in a great way. I am 74 and watch a lot of videos on this on TH-cam… xxxx
Vigorous cardio ages us significantly. So your slow and steady method is wise.
I’m continually amazed by your beautiful spirit and stunning youthful beauty. ❤
Oh my gosh, thank you so very much. How kind you are!
Your last message about learning and teaching and keeping relevant is the BEST. Thank you! ❤️❤️❤️
Love you so much and praying for you for the best health! I have a huge gap between my teeth. I wouldn’t smile. My grandmother told me as a little girl to truly learn how to embrace my flaws. It’s what makes each person truly beautiful. That’s how I see everyone now ❤️. Xoxo
Hi Melissa! I remember seeing Suzanne Somers 25 years ago saying if you have acne or breakouts you can but toothpaste on each area and sleep like that. The following day, it will clear up. And.. she was right!!
I remember that!!! And it did work. Amazing.
You are truly lovely. Sending prayers for your health
That is so kind, Kelly! Thank you!
Love this video! I'm reading a book on aging women and it talks about embracing the upsides of aging, one of them being the wisdom you mentioned. I've been on a mission to share this message with younger women in the hopes they don't fear aging. I'm almost 53, and like you I don't have botox or fillers. Only unlike you, I definitely have lines and signs of aging. Haha. But my hope is that the younger women who watch my videos get to see an aging woman who is unbothered by them. I love the whole idea of this video appreciate you sharing your lived experience with us! :)
I'm looking at your avatar picture and you are beautiful!!! You don't have any signs of aging. I love the philosophy of that book. May we all be able to grow old and embrace it. Thank you!!!
You're my favorite beauty on You Tube. Gorgeous inside, gorgeous outside Melissa. You are certainly an early adopter of good skin care. I can't say the same- sitting for hours in the hot sun with baby oil. We can all benefit by what you want to share.
You are so sweet to share all of this & also to encourage your community to do so as well; &you look amazing! Thank you for being here ❤️🩹
I relate to you so well. I too am 69, turning 70 in January. I FINALLY am embracing my gray…am a natural brunette. It was hard but six months in , I feel free! And I can spend more time and money on new fabric and sewing/quilting. Love all your tips!
We are so close to the same age!!! Although you are a teensy bit older because I will turn 70 in April!!! lol. I'm so glad you are embracing your gray. I can see myself doing that at some time too. Oh how marvelous that you sew and quilt. I cherish the quilts I have inherited. Thank you and much love!!!
@@Melissa55 I loved your crochet cloths and have made several! I had to do something with myself after retirement from Preschool Director/Teacher at our church so sewing and crocheting was it!! Thanks for your tutorials and sharing your life experiences. My mom went through breast cancer in her early 60s. She did very well with all the treatments. She was one of 9 girls but the only one to get breast cancer. She did smoke so there’s that. Blessings to you!
I love the crochet, but unfortunately, we do not have a store here where I live in Georgia to buy such items anymore. I wanted to crochet my first grandson a blanket. He’s nine months old and I hate that we can just walk in the store and buy such items like yarn etc. @melissa55 if you ever wanted to make a couple and sell them please let me know. I would greatly appreciate paying you to make me a few.
Thank you so much for sharing your tips. You are such an inspiration. Thank you for sharing your breast cancer journey. It has been so helpful as I've been going through a similar journey. Your kindness and loveliness shine through the screen. Sending love. 💗
I love listening to you on TH-cam! Your advice is excellent and your sweet and gracious way with words is so lovely! I don’t know you, but you are a fabulous lady!
I just bought The Epilator ...best tip ever, Melissa!
69 ans, incroyable, vous êtes magnifique Melissa
Thank u so much for this video. I am turning 50 this month but am recuperating from cancer. U give me hope that I can look good now and later. I am struggling with eczema now but I began to treat it this week.
U are so beautiful. U look so much younger. U inspire me also by the fact that u learned technology later but u have the mindset of: “well I can learn and figure it out.” I have been using technology since my 30’s and still have some trouble. This gives me the strength to say well I need more patience and take it easy and I can figure it out.
Your hormonal health is key and a clean diet. Good supplements as well.
You are gorgeous, thank you for sharing your secrets & hacks. I am 64, and am dedicated to staying youthful both inside & out. I drink water by the gallon, do intermittent fasting 3-4 days per week, work out, meditate to enhance sleep & reduce stress, strict skin care regime - minimal sun expose, avid user of tretinoin, actives, medium depth skin peels & botox.
I hope to look as beautiful and healthy as you when I’m 69 ❤
Thank you
I just wanted to say, I'm 42 and I've learned so much from your channel that I'm starting to implement now! I want to age gracefully and take care of myself and you are such an inspiration for that! Thank you for all the amazing advice.
The secret is hormones.. nutrition/ lifestyle and resources.
You are so beautiful! Everything you learned early has worked very well for you! I wish I had been so smart! Thank you lady for your great content you share!
Melissa, you are aging goals! I started watching TH-cam videos and over investing in makeup and skincare about 8 years, and I feel like it changed things for me. I hope I can hold on as well as you have, and I'm 65. These are some great tips!
You look amazing... two decades younger. I enjoyed your video and I like your energy. 😊 You remind me of Michelle Pfeiffer and Cheryl Tiegs IMHO. Hi from the UK!
Awesome video... and the description on how to find the better colors for your complexion and your eyes was great!!!
Super fun video! Oh how I loved magazines since my early teen years….i miss the excitement of getting a new magazine one and slowly flipping through. Great tips and yes to keeping our minds busy…I look forward to Wordle every morning! Have a great day gorgeous ❤️
I miss magazines so much ❤❤❤
You are one of my inspirations, Tamara and I am so thankful to know you and learn from you. How blessed are we to have this amazing community!
Same! I loved them! Nothing like back in the day relaxing with a new magazine! It makes me sad my daughter never did that. She's 31 so on the cusp of the world changing So much.
@@Melissa55 ❤️
You are a breath of fresh air! Thank you for these helpful hints ❤
You are so sweet and look amazing. I am so glad you are feeling better. I just started a channel a few months ago at 70. We are growing and you and all these more mature ladies are a real inspiration! Thank you! ❤
Dear Melissa, may God bless you to live till 100!
DAMN GIRL!!!! Not a day past 21!!! You have a glowing complexion!!! Your energy shows that you know your true style and radiate joy!!!🎉🎉🎉
Your attitude is inspiring! And you look bright and beautiful ❤❤
Thank you, Linda! I don't always have a good one let me tell you! lol
You are such an inspiration! After menopause- when I thought I wd die, I believed it would be all downhill from there. Thank you for sharing your wisdom with us.
Thank you, this was one of the best videos I've watched about beauty for older women. I also take time daily to write down things I am thankful for, and I read God's word, because He loves me SO much, and finally, I make a conscious effort to smile at everyone I meet. It usually makes them smile back! I am SO very thankful that I am getting older!
I loved this video! Such great tips. We've been traveling again and getting settled in a new place, so I've had trouble keeping up with your videos, this summer. I'm happy I made time today, to watch. You are truly inspiring to those of us, women who are over 60. ♥️
Like you, I started wearing and learning about makeup at the age of 14, at first because of breakouts, too! The only foundation I could afford said, "with sunscreen," and I didn't even know what that meant at the time. I am over 70 now and my skin really shows the care I have taken to protect it all these years. And yes, I slept with my naturally curly hair set on soup cans when I was a teen! My mom would clean and save them for me. I wish all young people would realize the power they have over the aging of their skin and bodies. I think posture, staying busy and having a youthful attitude is even more important. #over60
Well said beautiful Melissa..great tips to follow..My sister and I have washed our hair in the kitchen sinks forever. Like you said it makes your hair stand away from the scalp. Love, Liz❤
You are such a joy to watch!! Thank you so much for being you!!❤
I'm 59 and watch mostly ladies older than me because just as you've said y'all have been there done that and can teach from your experience.
I watch them, too, Annette, and I get encouraged watching them. I see vibrant, interesting women I can aspire to be. Love and thank you!
What? No moisturizers? Whoa. That's a hard one to swallow. I'm in my 70's and just about a year and a half ago, I started going once a month to an esthetician for a monthly facial. She could not believe how dry my skin was, and asked me what moisturizer I use. I told her I use one, but not every single day. She told me that I need to moisturize every day to help the aging skin. How do you keep your skin so beautiful w/o a moisturizer. If I don't use one, I notice I get teensie weensie blackheads in certain areas of my face. Not a lot, but a few. Having a monthly facial helps me, because my eyesight is not that great anymore, so I cannot see to get them.
Greetings Melissa! Wow, you figured it out when you were so young! You look absolutely fabulous!! You are someone that I look up to and admire. I love doing yoga, it's one thing I have done since my teens. I hope changing your meds helps you feel better! Love and blessings ♥️🙏
What an inspiration you are, simply stunning. From Australia 🇦🇺
I think I’m adopting everyone of your tips; you look amazing!! Thank you❤
I love your tips and tricks because they obviously work!
I love coming to your channel and finding that you and my stylist are using similar language and techniques! My stylist is in her 70s. I believe stylists had more comprehensive training back in the day. Your videos make it easier to see all angles as the magic is happening. Home styling my wavy/fine/thick bob is still a challenge. I'll take at the help I can get!
Melissa, you have a new subscriber! You’re gorgeous and a breath of fresh air! I will be checking out your previous videos as well 🌟☀️
Its amazing that your skin produces its own moisture my skin has been naturally dry from childhood.
When I look at you I am not afraid to get old. You are beautiful. Yes even when you are old you are still relevant and have a lot to offer.
Thanks for sharing! I've been questioning the whole moisturing thing for years and you're spot on! I get deeper frown lines every time I use more moisturizer. You've just confirmed my suspicions.
You are Blessed with Fabulous genetics and youthful wisdom 👌🏼 Thx 4 sharing
You are your own best advertisement for your YT channel! What a beautiful woman. And great tips! I would add also drinking LOTS of water every day. I drink about 4 liters (roughly a gallon) every day and it has served me well.
Love yourself. Stay interested and interesting. ❤ Perfect!
I hope I can learn to follow that advice better as time goes by. Thank you!
Some really great advise. Thank you so much for sharing. I'm not in my 60s yet but getting older has really gotten me down. I'm taking care of my mom and i have a special needs 12 year old. I lost my husband to a horrible death 2 years ago and took care of him for months before he passed. I've taken care of everyone except myself and saying I'm exhausted is an understatement. But you give me new hope. I look forward to watching lots more of your videos.
This came up on my feed, and I am so glad that I watched this video! We are the same age and I don’t feel any different than I did in my teens. I have the ability to remember everything since I was about 2 years old. I remember Tiger Beat Magazine, I remember songs from the 50’s, 60’s loved the 70’s, probably my favorite decade, music and different smells, or fragrances really bring back memories. I always thought that things would always get better as the years progressed. We always had filmstrips in school that said by the year 2000 we would have flying cars and it all looked so great and futuristic! Even though the future was not what we hoped it would be,I always feel optimistic that things can still change for the better as far as the future is concerned. Love conquers hate, happiness and bringing joy to the world through meditation and positive thought and helping others, can change the world.🌟☀️
Hi Melissa, I just loved this video! I really enjoyed hearing about all of your tips and tricks you’ve learned over the years! I remember the old hair dryers and sleeping in rollers! I would love to see more about the yoga! Thanks so much for sharing this with us!
I love the NARS & Victoria Beckham items you showed. They owe you a cut $ of all I have purchased!! You look gorgeous as always. Hugs. Jana - Texas
aww, thank you, Jane! Yes, Victoria needs to give me some of that Spice Girl money. hahahah. Seriously, I sure do appreciate this.
The garden is so serene-Doug ‘s love for gardening is very tangible in the garden’s beauty.
I will turn 61 this year and very happy with my skin! My mommy always taught me growing up that less was best when it came to makeup. When I was working I wore makeup but could have it applied in a few minutes! Now that I am retired going on 2 1/2 years I very seldom wear makeup! My husband and I are very athletic and sunscreen is super important as we golf a lot! Anything outside is my jam! Move your body and never stop ladies! It keeps it all going and flowing ❤. You are beautiful sweet friend ❤
It’s now been scientifically proven we need to maintain a routine of both weight lifting and resistance training to retain our strength.
@@user-xc7iq4cm8t absolutely
Oh that is so wonderful that you golf so much! I really really need to find something physical to do that I enjoy. I admit that I have gotten a bit lethargic and it makes me feel ashamed of myself. I like to move with yoga like movements so I do that. I don't like to walk particularly but I wonder if I would enjoy riding a bike. Whatever it is I need to find something. Thank you!!!
I am 37 and watching to gain some knowledge. You look amazinggggg
Thanku so much. Prayers for healing.
So kind, Julie. Thank you!
Lots, and lots of great tips, Melissa. They sure have worked for you!! You are beautiful inside, and out. I can still feel excitement of getting a new Seventeen Magazine. The back to school issue was enormous. Yes, we will just keep on keeping on, and me the healthiest we can me. Love you my friend...MaryEllen
I was so shocked, when I saw your age. You look as though you’re in your 40s so, I think you’re very qualified to give us tip. Unlike so many others. ❤❤
Don't be bluff video filters work wonderful ......
Melissa, Thanks for those tips! Keep up the good work! You look Beautiful💕
I really appreciate you being so open about everything. You are a true girl’s girl! Loved the end about continuing to learn and teach even as we age. Im 27 but I am working towards aging gracefully like you.
Wonderful to meet you, just turned 60 and is still studying something brand new and enjoyed every moment of this video. Enjoy a wonderful day
Wonderful video, gorgeous Melissa! Yes, I’ll have whatever you’re having-lol. Love you.
Happy birthday... always beautiful of spirit and presentation.
Godspeed your health,
Dee
I’m 61 & what I found most effective in getting rid of facial hair is to shave with an electric shaver & then use the IPL light to permanently remove it from my chin & upper lip. I used to use the epilator with rotating tweezers for other body parts but it would just hurt too badly for the face. Also people would get ingrown hairs when they used that too.
Thank you so much! Great advice, and ALL so practical. God bless!❤
I am hearing people healing their crones disease with the carnivore diet. Dr Ken berry look up. You look beautiful!
Always the beauty! You are my inspiration and I am not far behind in age.
You look so much younger! Loved the hints. Thank you ❤
Thank you for sharing your wisdom, Melissa. I believe resentment is toxic, so I forgive others and myself. I like that old expression that resentment is drinking poison then waiting for the other person to die. It's me who suffers if I can't let it go.
Thank you Melissa. Such a well done video.
I am so appreciative of all your videos! You are so inspiring!
Great video. Thank you for the wonderful and useful tips.
Thank YOU Jeanine!!! I am so grateful.
regarding your into-- that's exactly why I watch your videos! you have the wisdom and the proof that the beauty routines that you have tried and committed to over the years truly work. No offense to them at all, but I just really don't care about what a 19 year old has to say about skincare.
You are such a gorgeous woman.. look nowhere near your age. All that, and a kind, sweet heart to boot❤
You are so kind, Susanne. Thank you so much!
I love your channel because I learn do much from you. Thank you Melissa
Retinol, walking, lift weights, gratitude list
RetinA, retinol is not nearly as effective for anti-ageing 😊
You are very intuitive for beauty care.
Definitely cheek filler and lip filler as well. I did not hear her say she did not do those things.
And the neck? Nah the lady has a well done facelift. She should be honest. Enough with diet, jogs and exercise crap.
@@idaalmonte253I have followed Melissa for years she hasn’t done a facelift or fillers or Botox
But her forehead betrays Botox clearly!😮
Just because she does not talk about it... She has had to have an excellent plastic surgeon. Lazers and other clinic visits on a regular basis.
@romasnow200 True. My point is that she's not qualified to be giving beauty advice to mature women who don't have work done on their faces because we'll never get the results she's promoting. This is false advertising.
Amazingly youthful glowing skin