The allure of red carpet glamour has long been a mystery to outsiders — until now.
The allure of red carpet glamour has long been a mystery to outsiders. The look—a shine and pore-less glow that translates from carpet to camera to screen—has long been thought to require countless steps and days of preparation. For years, the secret behind such smooth complexion remained elusive. But the truth is, the fantasy begins long before foundation—it starts with the skin, or atleast it does for actress Mikey Madison.
A healthy, luminous finish is often the go-to when envisioning red carpet glam, and this year’s Oscars were no exception. Anok Yai, Lupita Nyong’o, and Margaret Qualley all embraced a classic « my skin but better » look, channeling soft old Hollywood glamour. In addition to these stars, Mikey Madison truly shined in this realm of beauty, both on the carpet and off, capturing attention even as she accepted her award.
« A well-prepped base allows makeup to blend seamlessly and last longer while maintaining a natural, healthy finish », says the makeup artist. The product line she reaches for in particular was Blue Lagoon. « I love using Blue Lagoon Skincare because it keeps the skin hydrated, balanced, and calm—exactly what we need for a big night like this », she says. For her exact skin prep, she follows a 5-step routine. Hernadez prepped Madison’s skin with the Blue Lagoon Mineral Mask for « deep hydration and smoothness », followed by BL+ Serum to plump and illuminate.
