Sis, December is that magical month where the air gets crisp, the holidays sparkle, and our melanin-rich skin needs a little extra love. As Mature Melanin Mavens over 50, we know that beauty isn’t just about looking good — it’s about feeling good, cared for, confident, and celebrated.
So let’s walk into this season glowing, moisturized, and unbothered. Here’s your December beauty guide, tailored for our skin, our age, and our lifestyle.
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1. Winter Skin Needs More Moisture — No Debating That
Cold air loves to steal moisture from our melanin. And sis, dry skin will show itself without mercy — tightness, flakiness, dullness.
This month, focus on:
A creamy, hydrating cleanser
A rich moisturizer that locks in hydration
Gentle exfoliation 1–2 times per week
Daily SPF (yes… even in December!)
Pro tip: Apply moisturizer on damp skin to seal in water and boost hydration.
LTK Beauty Recs:
Kiehl’s Ultra Facial Cream
CeraVe Hydrating Cream-to-Foam
Black Girl Sunscreen SPF 30
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2. Treat Your Skin Like a Silk Robe — With Care and Softness
After 50, our skin gets thinner and needs tenderness. No more harsh scrubs or stripping products.
Try switching to:
A milky exfoliant (lactic acid works beautifully on darker skin tones)
A hydrating toner with rosewater or hyaluronic acid
A nourishing oil like marula, squalane, or rosehip
Sis, your skin will thank you with a glow that says “peace, rest, and prosperity.”
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3. Brighten Your Glow Naturally
Melanin is gorgeous, but it can get uneven during winter. For a radiant December complexion:
Vitamin C serum in the morning
Niacinamide to help with dark spots
Retinol (or a gentle alternative) at night
Consistency beats perfection. A little every day goes a long way.
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4. Holiday Soft Glam for the Maven Who Loves Simple Elegance
December is the perfect month to play with soft glam — nothing heavy, nothing cakey, just classy glow.
Try:
A warm gold or bronze eyeshadow
A soft berry lipstick
A subtle winged liner
A dewy highlighter on the cheekbones
If you want to indulge a little, add a bold holiday lip — deep plum or rich red on melanin? Stunning, sis.
LTK Makeup Picks:
Fenty Beauty Gloss Bomb (Chestnut would look gorgeous!)
Rare Beauty Warm Neutrals Palette
NARS Blush in “Taj Mahal”
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5. Winter Hair Care for Melanin-Rich Strands
The cold is not kind to natural hair, relaxed hair, locs, or protective styles. Keep your December hair happy with:
Weekly deep conditioning
Light oil sealing (olive, jojoba, or argan)
Low-heat styling
Silk or satin when sleeping
Protective styles that don’t pull edges
And sis, don’t forget to moisturize your scalp — dryness leads to flaking and irritation this time of year.
LTK Hair Care Picks:
Mielle Organics Rosemary Mint Scalp Oil
Pattern Beauty Heavy Conditioner
Satin hair bonnet set
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6. Beauty From the Inside Out
December is busy, but your body still wants to feel loved.
A few beauty-boosting habits:
Drink water even when you don’t feel thirsty
Eat hydrating foods (berries, cucumbers, herbal teas)
Add anti-inflammatory spices like turmeric, ginger, and cinnamon
Prioritize sleep and slow mornings
Glow truly starts within.
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7. Embrace Your Gorgeous, Mature Face
Sis, the beauty industry doesn’t always talk to women our age. But we know better: your face tells the story of a life lived, lessons earned, and joys celebrated.
So this month, try looking in the mirror and noticing something you love:
The softness in your eyes
The wisdom in your smile lines
The radiance of your melanin
The strength in your jawline
Aging is a privilege. Beauty deepens with time.
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8. Your December Beauty Challenge: Choose Softness
One simple goal:
Do one thing each day that makes you feel beautiful.
It could be:
Applying body butter slowly
Wearing your favorite lip gloss
Putting on earrings just because
Taking a luxurious shower
Treating yourself to a new skin ritual
Softness is self-care. Softness is beauty. Softness is power.
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Final Word, Maven
December is a month of glow, care, and intention. You deserve products that honor your skin, routines that nourish your spirit, and a beauty ritual that feels like love — not work.
This season, walk confidently in your radiance. Your melanin is magic. Your wisdom is magnetic. Your beauty is timeless.
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