Even when I was supermodel-skinny, I was curvier than most other models. But I’ve always loved my curves. My biggest beauty secrets are being healthy and loving yourself. Here are a few more:
Best beauty basic At night I use Vaseline everywhere: under my eyes, and on my laugh lines, lips and elbows. I swear by the stuff!
Best instant makeover Well-groomed eyebrows really open up the face. When shaping your brows, don’t overtweeze them, but go for a natural, fuller arch.
Best soft-skin tip I am the lotion queen. In the morning and at night, I use a hydrating lotion on my entire body. It keeps my skin soft and smooth.
Best eyeopener White or beige eyeliner awakens tired eyes. The light colour really makes me look like I got a full night’s sleep when I got only a few hours.
Best skin smoother Exfoliate your dead skin cells one or two times a week. I love to take time for a bath, and exfoliating during this time is perfect. I use a lavender salt scrub. It really relaxes me after a long day at work.
Best way to add dimension to your face Blush and bronzer. But be sure to use them sparingly to highlight, not hide, your features.
Throw away make-up if...
• It is past its "best-before" date (this applies to, for example, fresh cosmetics that have a high water content and last under 30 months).
• It smells odd or is curdled, as this can be a sign of bacterial growth or other contamination. Old mascara has been linked with eye infection. Lipstick can go rancid, but is not a health risk.
• It is mouldy—for instance, jars of cream exposed to air and fingers.
- Cosmetic, Toiletry and Perfumery Association, UK
