5 Pop Stars & Their Rockin' Beauty Secrets
*Article from Lexington Line Autumn/Winter 2024 Issue, pages 30-31
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These five popstars have taken the music industry by storm in recent years. But there is much more to an artist than just their music, and an important factor when touring is looking their absolute est. Each celebrity has makeup and skincare products that must last through their entire show. Here are their favorites.
Charli XCX
In 2021, Vogue released a “Get Ready with Me”-style video starring Charli XCX. There, she revealed her entire skincare routine. She begins with Ole Henriksen Truth Juice Daily Cleanser, Dr. Barbara Sturm Eye Cream, and La Mer Crème de la Mer Moisturizing Cream.
With the release of Charli’s album brat in June, Gen Z coined the summer of 2024 “Brat Summer,” an era defined by free-spirited female empowerment. Messy makeup became all the rage over the summer and has continued into “Brat Fall.” Pat McGrath’s Labs EYEdols EyeShadow, Charlotte Tilbury’s Legendary Lashes Volume 2 Mascara, and the Charlotte Tilbury The Classic Eye Powder Eyeliner Pencil complete this look.
Taylor Swift
Taylor Swift’s record-breaking Eras Tour is the highest grossing concert tour of all time. She performs songs from her entire career, ranging between various genres, in a three-hour production. Taylor’s iconic makeup look features her signature red lipstick. This look was introduced on the cover of her album Red, released in October of 2012. Her favorite red lipsticks include MAC’s Ruby Woo, Pat McGrath’s Labs LiquiLUST Legendary Wear Lipstick in Elson 4, and NARS Velvet Matte Dragon Girl.
Chappell Roan
In September of 2023, Chappell Roan released her debut album, The Rise and Fall of a Midwest Princess. Her songs “HOT TO GO!” and “Good Luck, Babe!” have made her a household name. These songs have been blasted all over the radio, making top charts on streaming services, and becoming popular sounds on TikTok and Instagram.
Roan’s most famous look includes a base of white face paint, accompanied with colorful lips and eyeshadows. It is recommended to always prime the lids before attempting these bold looks to avoid creasing and fall-out. Roan keeps her brows thin, a trend that has recently resurged.
Some of the products that help Roan achieve this look include the Fenty Beauty Pro Filt’r Soft Matte Longwear Foundation and the Trixie Cosmetics Play Pigments. She also enjoys products from the LGBTQ-owned brand KimChi Chic Beauty. She uses their eyeshadows and primers while on tour.
Olivia Rodrigo
Rodrigo’s rise to fame began with her acting career. Two years after High School Musical: The Musical—The Series aired in 2019, Rodrigo released “Drivers License.” She later released her album SOUR followed by GUTS, which came out in 2023. The GUTS World Tour kicked off in February of this year and will conclude in July of 2025. She is known for her natural makeup looks that emphasize her glowy, dewy, and healthy-looking skin.
Rodrigo’s collaboration with Glossier brought fans the Ultralip in a shade called Pisces, a deep-purple/mauve color, and a Monochrome eyeshadow palette. Rodrigo herself utilizes tons of Glossier products. She loves the Stretch Concealer and Boy Brow.
Doja Cat
Doja Cat has been in the public eye since 2018 when she released her viral YouTube song “Mooo!” Since then, she has dropped multiple hits, including “Woman” and “Paint the Town Red.” This 19-time Grammy nominee is known for her cartoonish makeup looks.
When it comes to skincare, Doja Cat is a loyal Tatcha customer. She swears by The Deep Cleanse and The Rice Polish: Classic. She uses Becca’s Undereye Brightening Color Corrector to achieve an even skin tone. For makeup, she prefers Fenty’s Pro Filt’r Soft Matte Longwear Foundation and the Pro Filt’r Instant Retouch Concealer. Top off the look: Maybelline Lash Sensational Mascara, Icy Wifey Cosmetics’ Glitter Chrome eyeshadow, and Sugar Pill’s Liquid Lip Color.