HBO Max’s show Euphoria has become wildly popular as the second season continues to air weekly. The stars of the shows get a lot of attention for the unique and perfectly executed looks on the show. From colorful eyeshadow to facial gems, no detail is spared. Maude Apatow’s character, Lexi Howard, is usually styled in looks that are less colorful and more mature and composed. But no matter what look Maude showcases, it’s hard to ignore her flawless skin. The 24-year-old actress recently shared her skincare tips and tricks in a YouTube video with Vogue where she candidly shares her struggles with breakouts while shooting. Maude seems perfectly prim and proper wearing a pink and white frilly top that resembles the many Miu Miu looks her character wears on the show.
Step One: Get Clean
Apatow begins her routine by gently cleansing her face and patting her skin with a washcloth, all with a cat ear headband on to keep her hair out of the way. Then she goes in with an Obagi Medical toner using a cotton round to evenly distribute the product across her face explaining to the viewers, “When I started wearing more and more makeup, my skin got a lot worse, so I needed to come up with a new routine. And this one I’ve used like all through shooting Euphoria, and it’s worked, except for this last week when I broke out.”
Photo Credit: SkinStoreFreshen up your skincare routine with the use of toner directly after your preferred cleanser. This toner contains a natural astringent that helps optimize the skin’s pH.
Step Two: Moisturizer and Prep
After cleansing, the actress applies Obagi Medical IDR Exfoliating and Hydrating Lotion which she uses as a moisturizer. To help give her skin, which she claims is dry, an added boost, she carefully places Jillian Dempsey Hydrating Eye Masks directly below her eyes. While she lets those sit, she massages the products into her face with the Chantecaille Bio Lifting and Massage tool, rolling the tool over her jawline and cheekbones repeatedly.
Obagi Medical LotionPhoto Credit: DERMSTOREIf you’re looking for a new moisturizer, this is it. This lotion, complete with Vitamin C and E, is especially suited for people with sensitive skin.
Jillian Dempsey Hydrating Eye Masks
Photo Credit: Blue MercuryJillian Dempsey created these eye masks with convenience in mind. These eye masks will be your new go-to product for reducing fine lines when you’re in a pinch, or if you’re looking for a new way to spruce up your self-care routine.
Chantecaille Bio Lifting + Massage Tool
Photo Credit: ChantecailleHelp enhance your skin’s appearance with this added step to your routine. You can use this tool on its own to massage your skin or along with other products to help your skin fully absorb them.
Step Three: Lip Care
Still, with her eye masks on, Maude uses the Charlotte Tilbury lip scrub. After wiping off the scrub, she finally removes the eye masks and applies Charlotte Tilbury Magic Lip Oil while saying, “This stuff’s so good.”
Photo Credit: Nordstrom Shed your excess dead skin with a gentle scrub. Complete with oils, shea butter, and other nourishing ingredients, your lips are sure to be in their best shape.
Charlotte Tilbury Magic Lip Oil
Photo Credit: Charlotte Tilbury Top your lips off with this easy to apply Charlotte Tilbury oil. While locking in moisturize, the product ensures smooth and plump lips.
Step Four: Prime
Following her lip routine, Maude protects her skin with a layer of the VI Derm SPF 50 Daily UV Defense Broad Spectrum Sunscreen. She explains with a smile, “My best self-care is just like laying down with my cats, watching TV, just totally trying to relax.” Preparing for her classic red lip makeup routine, the actress then primes her skin using the Armani Beauty Luminous Silk Hydrating Primer. To even out her skin and make it glow, she layers the Vita Liberata Beauty Blur over that.
Photo Credit: DERMSTOREWe all know the importance of using sunscreen daily to protect our skin from potential sun damage. The VI Derm sunscreen is the perfect solution for blemish-prone skin.
Photo Credit: Skin StoreMaude discovered this product on the set of Euphoria, so you know it’s good. The beauty blur can double as a primer, glow-enhancer, and more.
Step Five: Glam
The star then proceeded to share her typical makeup routine consisting of brands like Armani for foundation, NARS for concealer and blush, and, most importantly, for her iconic red lip, she uses Laura Mercier Extreme Velour Extreme Matte Lipstick.
Maude admits that her makeup routine changes explaining, “Especially being on the Euphoria set when they’re trying all sorts of different looks all the time and different makeup and different techniques.” We’re curious to see what the actress will learn from the makeup artists in the next season of the show and how her look will continue to evolve. For more details on her red lip glam, we recommend checking out the video on the vogue YouTube channel and Maude’s socials where she shares some behind-the-scenes moments from the show.
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