interview
Isabel Edvardsson
These are her beauty favorites
© Isabel Edvardsson
The 39-year-old makes dancing happy – and so do the right beauty products. She tells us about her skincare and make-up routine.
GALA: What is your step-by-step facial care routine?
Isabel Edvardsson: First I clean my face with the goat milk mask from Pin Up Secret Berlin. This is followed by the “Premium Clean Tonic” from Dalton Marine Cosmetics to refresh my skin and remove the last dirt from the pores. At the moment I swear by the “Extreme Lift Marine Filler” eye cream from Dalton Marine Cosmetics. The natural Jambú extract smooths and relaxes the skin, the area then looks nicely padded. For the right amount of moisture, I use the Nivea Q10 plus C cream. I use an oil for my body: Bellybutton’s is actually for pregnancy, but I still use it now.
How and with what do you care for and style your hair?
I am currently using Sober’s Daily Revival Shampoo and Follicle Treatment Conditioner. When I style my hairstyle for a special occasion, I prefer to use Toni & Guy texturing spray, or just hairspray. I use Elnett’s. For those who want to create a great wet look like I do, I recommend the Spraywax from Swiss O-Par Profi Line.
What was the last cosmetic product you threw away because you didn’t want to use it up?
A matte, old pastel pink lipstick – it wasn’t good for the color of your teeth.
What was the last cosmetic product you bought and why?
They were French-colored UV nail polishes from Neonail. I always do my nails myself at home. This saves me money and they always look very well-groomed.
Smooth lips are very important to the professional dancer.
© Isabel Edvardsson
Which three beauty products cannot you live without?
Definitely not without the OYESS lip balm – lip care is the be-all and end-all and this one takes care of mine best. The product is also sustainable – a perfect combination! After that, I focus a lot on a healthy skin tone and like to use the Aero Tan from Sexy Hair for a little tan. This spray leaves a sunkissed look in a reddish and not orange shade of brown. We professional dancers often use this to conjure up a great tan and shimmer on our skin. And my last go-to product is my favorite perfume: Premier Jour by Nina Ricci.
Which makeup product will put you in a good mood on a gray day?
The lip balm from OYESS. He cares for the lips and they look soft and supple.
What hype have you fallen for?
Microblading, that wasn’t worth the outcry in my opinion.
Which beauty trend are you currently loving?
I think naturally made strands are great.
A great evening event is coming up. How do you prepare your face and body for an event?
A manicure and pedicure ensure a well-groomed appearance. Another must for me is the “Comfort Clean” facial and enzyme peeling from Dalton Marine Cosmetics. And don’t forget: drink plenty of water again!
What was the nicest compliment you have ever been given?
When, after the birth of my first son, I often heard how happy I was and that I looked “different”, it made me very happy. I was told that I showed a lot of strength and vitality. Although I weighed around 15 kilograms more than usual, I felt very good and these compliments made me all the more strengthened.
When do you feel most beautiful yourself?
In fact, right after dancing or after exercising, because then you have a rosy complexion and “still” bubbling over with energy.
Isabel’s best beauty tip:
Good posture exudes confidence and strength.
Your beauty role model:
Cameron Diaz has a natural beauty and often emphasizes her great smile.
Your beauty no-go:
Too much contouring and highlighter on the face. Such products should be used in moderation so that it does not look unnatural.
Sources used: GALA interview.