If you’re looking for fall makeup inspiration for mature ladies, you don’t have to look much further than the two witches of Practical Magic. Nearly 30 years after Sandra Bullock, now 62, and Nicole Kidman, 59, first played sisters Sally and Gillian Owens, they’re back for Practical Magic 2—and their press-tour beauty looks prove that makeup over 50 + 60 can be glamorous, modern, and anything but boring.
Key Takeaways
- The Practical Magic makeup looks share four things: luminous skin, full, fluffy brows, a warm neutral eye with black liner, and pink blush worn high, paired with a satin pink-nude lip.
- Every one of those elements can be recreated at the drugstore — the pro dupes in this post run $9 to $32.
- The lesson for women over 50: enhance what’s there rather than hide or change it.
What Makeup Are Nicole Kidman and Sandra Bullock Wearing for Practical Magic 2?
On the Practical Magic 2 press tour, Nicole Kidman (styled by longtime makeup artist Gucci Westman) is wearing Clé de Peau Beauté Radiant Fluid Foundation, the “Ocean Sunrise” eyeshadow quad, and the “Cherry Blossom” powder blush duo. Sandra Bullock is wearing a slightly smokier neutral eye and a nude-pink lip. Both women share the same formula: hydrated, dimensional skin, a fuller brow, warm brown eyeshadow with soft black liner, and pink blush placed high on the cheekbone — a combination that works for any woman over 50 or 60. Here’s exactly how to get the look, with the pro products and their affordable dupes.
Also, from following them on Instagram, they seem like two women I’d like to hang out with who truly enjoy each other’s company!
The original 1998 movie became a cult favorite thanks to its mix of romance, sisterhood, magic, and quirky ’90s style. Have you seen it?? Now the sequel brings the Owens sisters back nearly three decades later, just in time for spooky-season beauty inspiration!
As a 48-year-old professional makeup artist, I have to say: I appreciate that their makeup artists understood the assignment on their press tour looks I’m sharing here. Both women have been looking absolutely gorgeous while promoting this new movie. Since they’re both in their late 50s and early 60s, if you haven’t read my Top 7 Beauty Products Women Over 50 Aren’t Using, But Should Yet, be sure to check it out after this post!
And let’s be honest: both Nicole and Sandra have most likely (totally guessing) embraced the beauty options available to them over the years, whether that includes injectables, cosmetic procedures, or simply an excellent skincare and beauty team. And I’m all for it. There’s no shame in getting a little help IF it makes you feel more confident and you can afford it.
I’m in an era of zero judgment for what women want to do for themselves, beauty-wise. We are all solely responsible for how we look and how that makes us feel. No one else should have a say in it. Kind of like the phrase: “Don’t judge a house you don’t pay the mortgage on.”
The key is that their makeup artists aren’t trying to hide or change their faces; they’re enhancing what’s there in the prettiest ways possible.
Even though both women have very different looks – one is an exotic brunette with brown eyes, the other a very fair Victorian-ish blonde with blue eyes, here’s what they do have in common on this tour and how you can achieve it in your own beauty routine.
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4 Things Nicole and Sandra’s Practical Magic Makeup Looks Have in Common
1. Luminous, Hydrated Skin (Not Flat or Heavily Made Up)
First, they both have that healthy-looking skin that feels luminous rather than heavily made up and flat. Their complexions look hydrated, softly perfected, and naturally dimensional.
How to get the look: Meticulous skin prep is the biggest factor. Wearing RED LED light therapy masks has become a staple in celebrity beauty routines because they deliver visible skin results with no downtime. And consistent red-light exposure can support collagen production, improve skin texture, reduce the appearance of fine lines, and also help calm redness.
I use this Currentbody Face And Neck Series 3 Mask, $971, because we all know our necks show aging just like our faces! I can totally see improvements in my own skin when I’m consistent with wearing it, and see my complexion slide back when I forget for a week or two.
And right now, the Solawave LED Mask, $399, is offering a buy-one-mask-get-one-free deal, which is incredible if you want to spend less on this type of treatment. But it also gets fabulous reviews.
The biggest takeaway for me, owning a red-light therapy mask, is the convenience of getting consistent anti-aging treatments at home whenever I want, without repeatedly paying for appointments, driving to an office, or fitting treatments into someone else’s schedule.
In terms of actual makeup for their skin, Gucci Westman, Nicole’s longtime MUA, has had her wearing the Clé de Peau Beauté Radiant Fluid Foundation Natural With SPF, $155, while on the tour. Now that’s a pricey bottle of foundation — even for me as a makeup artist. So I did some research, and the most affordable dupe with a similar finish and ingredient list is the L’Oreal True Match Super Blendable Foundation, at only $10. I have been wearing it quite a bit lately in shade W5.
Pair it with the brand-new Paula’s Choice Pro Collagen Peptide Intensive Moisturizer ($49) to plump up your skin, and you’ve got a winning duo!
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2. Full, Fluffy Brows
Secondly, both Nicole and Sandra seem to be sporting fuller, fluffier brows than usual. I will always stand by the fact that a fuller brow is a more youthful brow! You don’t see teenage girls walking around with pencil-thin brows usually — and that’s one of the reasons they look younger! I plucked mine out in the 90’s and regret it to this day – even though that was the style.
How to get the look: If you already have a few brow hairs but they’re very light and hard to see, grab a brow product like the Anastasia Beverly Hills Volumizing Tinted Brow Gel ($26). Unlike a pencil, it volumizes brows with a dual-action brush and mousse-like texture that coats each hair for natural definition. I’ve found the key is to run it back and forth through the hairs for maximum coverage on both sides of your brow.
It’s kind of wild how much natural volume it can create! I’m wearing the shade “soft brown” in it here.
3. A Warm Neutral Eye With Lots of Mascara and Soft Black Liner
Third, each lady is going for a warm neutral eye with lots of mascara. Very wearable shades, of course, for anyone. Sandra’s is a bit more of a light smoky on the upper and lower lash lines, and Nicole seems to be keeping the subtle brown smoke just on the upper lash line. Both wear soft black eyeliners to make their eyes pop while on the red carpet.
How to get the look: Again, Nicole is definitely wearing the Clé de Peau Beauté Shadow Quad in shade “Ocean Sunrise” ($80), with its combo of brown, gold, and bronze, because her MUA is sharing her exact products. Of course, if an $80 shadow quad isn’t your priority, I can see you getting the same vibes from the Anastasia Mini Spice Shadow Palette, $32, like I’m wearing here.
And if you’re doing interviews and taking photos all day, a long-wearing, waterproof eyeliner is the way to go. I’d try the Revlon Colorstay Waterproof Eyeliner in black for $9 and smudge it out real good. You can’t play a witch and not wear black liner, right???
4. Pink Blush Worn High + a Satin Pink-Nude Lip
Lastly, they are both wearing slightly different versions of a healthy pink blush and satin pink nude lips. Both add a touch of warmth and a pop of color, instead of a heavy contour or bold, high-maintenance lips. Nothing overpowering, just pretty, with hints of shine!
How to get the look: I am sure you’re sick of me talking about this blush trio, but I can’t!! I just love that I get 3 finishes out of this blush in one affordable palette — a satin cream, a luminous balm, and a velvet powder! The Morphe Cheek Thrills Trio, $19, in shade “Blind Date,” is a universally flattering mid-tone pink that would work on Nicole or Sandra!!
Both women wore it very high up on the cheekbones, which provides lift and almost acts like a color corrector under the eyes. Nicole wore the Clé de Peau Beauté Powder Blush Duo in “Cherry Blossom” ($54) quite often during the press tour, a soft petal pink if you’re curious about her exact products.
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In terms of lip colors, Nicole’s always ran a bit more pink, and Sandra’s more nude-pink. This is due to the balance in my eyes, because Nicole wore a softer shadow look, and Sandra’s was always smokier.
I am wearing a good in between and wearing one of my favorite drugstore lip formulas – the L’Oreal Paradise Glow Balm-Lipstick, $14, in shade Mulberry Bliss. It’s so hydrating l,ike a balm, but goes on like lipstick and looks gorgeous. I own it in multiple shades. The finish reminds me a bit of the YSL Candy Glaze Lipsticks that are over $40!
Their hair was often worn loose and non-fussy. So I decided to try the same with mine today and just added the Kenra Dry Texture Spray ($15) to perk up yesterday’s waves and give it a slightly messy, carefree vibe!
Closing Thoughts: The Practical Magic Beauty Lesson
Nicole’s and Sandra’s looks both prove the same thing: mature makeup should enhance your features, not overwhelm them. And honestly, that’s the kind of witchcraft I’m willing to practice this Halloween. Want some more makeup witchcraft?? I’m sharing my creaseless concealer tricks from last week, and you can watch them in action on my Instagram reel!
Frequently Asked Questions
What foundation is Nicole Kidman wearing on the Practical Magic 2 press tour?
Nicole Kidman’s makeup artist Gucci Westman has her in the Clé de Peau Beauté Radiant Fluid Foundation Natural With SPF ($155). The closest affordable dupe for the finish and ingredient list is L’Oreal True Match Super Blendable Foundation ($10).
What is the best makeup look for women over 50?
The most flattering formula for women over 50 is the one both Owens sisters are wearing: luminous (not matte) skin, a fuller brow, a warm neutral brown eye with soft black liner, pink blush placed high on the cheekbones, and a satin pink-nude lip. Enhancement over coverage is the rule.
Do red light therapy masks really work for mature skin?
Consistent red LED light exposure can support collagen production, improve texture, soften the look of fine lines, and calm redness — with no downtime. The key word is consistent; results fade when you skip weeks. The Currentbody Series 3 covers face and neck; the Solawave LED mask is a lower-cost option.
How do I make thin, over-plucked brows look fuller after 50?
Skip the pencil and use a tinted volumizing brow gel like Anastasia Beverly Hills Volumizing Tinted Brow Gel. Brush it back and forth through the hairs so both sides of each hair get coated — that’s what creates visible volume from sparse brows.
Where should women over 50 apply blush?
High on the cheekbones, the way Nicole and Sandra wear it. Placing blush high gives an instant lift and almost acts as a color corrector under the eyes. A mid-tone pink like Morphe Cheek Thrills in “Blind Date” is universally flattering.
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Skin & Devices
Currentbody Face And Neck Series 3 Mask
Paula’s Choice Pro Collagen Peptide Intensive Moisturizer
Complexion
Clé de Peau Beauté Radiant Fluid Foundation Natural With SPF
L’Oreal True Match Super Blendable Foundation
Brows
Anastasia Beverly Hills Volumizing Tinted Brow Gel
Eyes
Clé de Peau Beauté Shadow Quad
Anastasia Mini Spice Shadow Palette
Revlon Colorstay Waterproof Eyeliner
Cheeks & Lips
Clé de Peau Beauté Powder Blush Duo
L’Oreal Paradise Glow Balm-Lipstick
Hair
Before You Go
Have you seen the original Practical Magic — and are you Team Sally or Team Gillian? Tell me in the comments.
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