Author: Megan Kristel

Megan Kristel is a former retail buyer and personal stylist who dressed more than 1,000 women through her styling business, Kristel Closets. She founded The Well Dressed Life to share the advice she'd give a client: practical, made for real life after 40.
  • Dermaplaning: How It Improves Skin Texture, Makeup, and Skincare Results

    Dermaplaning is a clinically established exfoliation treatment used in dermatology and professional esthetics to improve skin texture, surface clarity, and product performance. It works by removing accumulated dead skin cells and fine facial hair that interfere with how skin reflects…

  • What to Buy at AYR for Women Over 40

    Best AYR Clothing Pieces Worth Buying Right Now AYR is a brand many of you have asked me to include in our What to Buy At series, particularly readers who have shared that they are happy to spend more when…

  • The Best Foundations for Women Over 40 (2026 Guide)

    Foundation has one job: to even out the skin without announcing itself. After 40, that job becomes more specific. Skin holds product differently, fine lines are less forgiving, and finishes that once looked polished can suddenly feel heavy or obvious….