Beauty
September 2018 Issue

Principal Ballerina Lauren Lovette Shares Her Beauty Secrets

The New York City Ballet star takes her skin-care routine seriously.
Photographed by Silja Magg.

On the eve of New York City Ballet’s Fall Gala, indulge in the routines and retreats that keep principal dancer Lauren Lovette looking—and feeling—en pointe.

MY PRODUCTS

Cleanser: Youth Corridor Dual Action Cleanser.
To remove stage lashes: Mary Kay Oil-Free Eye Makeup Remover.
Skin-care treatment: Youth Corridor No-Peel Peel.
Lotion: Palmer’s Cocoa Butter Formula Massage Lotion for Stretch Marks—made for pregnant women!
Moisturizer: Youth Corridor Daily Hydration Crème. Pancake-makeup dissolver: Aveeno Ultra-Calming Makeup Removing Wipes.
Calming scents: dōTERRA oils in Douglas Fir, Balance, and Citrus Bliss.
Perfume: Bleu de Chanel.

A photo of the High Line. Pictured clockwise: Ve-Gain shake from Joe & the Juice, Chanel Poudre Lumière, Bleu de Chanel perfume, and yoga mat.

From Allard1 (High Line), by Natthamim (yoga mat), all from Getty Images. For details, go to VF.com.

Deodorant: Old Spice Desperado.
Powder: Chanel Poudre Lumière.
Shampoo: Oribe Shampoo for Moisture & Control.
For natural curls: Hask Argan Oil from Morocco.
Go-to hairstyle: French twist.
Nails: OPI Big Apple Red.
Bath or shower? Bath, with Lush Audrey Hepburn Funny Face-inspired pink bath bomb.
Morning routine: the Meditation App.

A photo of the Empire Rooftop. Pictured clockwise: Ballet shoes, dōTERRA oils, Mary Kay oil-free eye makeup remover, and Aveeno ultra-calming makeup removing wipes.

By Rom Millionhope/Getty Images (ballet slippers). For details, go VF.com/credits.
MY PLACES

For healing body and mind: Yang Earth Acupuncture, with Rebecca Krauss-Carels.
To stretch: Pure Yoga. Best workout: Ballet! For open classes at all levels, try Steps on Broadway.
Facialist: Youth Corridor by Dr. Gerald Imber; ask for Denise.
Hair salon: Gemini 14.
Best manicure: Spring Sun Nail Spa. Healthy fare: Candle Cafe West.
Juice bar: Joe & the Juice between 71st and 72nd, on Columbus. Pro tip: order the Ve-Gain Shake.
Post-show drinks: the Empire Rooftop.
Take a walk on: the High Line.