When you think of Heidi Klum, 46, her supermodel good looks and sun-kissed blonde hair probably spring immediately to mind, so it might surprise you that the German model and TV personality has a rather down-to-earth beauty philosophy. From washing her face with unconventional, yet affordable, products to how she looks after her signature tresses, she shares all her beautiful advice with Bazaar...
My beauty mantra is...
"Many moons ago, I read an interview with the stunning Sophia Loren, and there was a quote of hers in bold that read 'beauty is in the eye of the beheld' and that has stuck with me all of these years. Beauty is about loving and celebrating the person."
I love being blonde because...
"I am not defined by my hair but I definitely think people recognise me and associate me with blonde. I’ve played with the shade over the years – almost platinum at one point and then darker, but always blonde. Years ago, Mattel actually made a Barbie doll of me for their ‘Blonde Ambition’ series. It was so exciting to be included amongst blonde icons like Marilyn Monroe and Goldie Hawn!"
My hair must-haves are...
"My hairstylist is Wendy Iles and when I first met Wendy many years ago in London, I realised I had forgotten my shampoo. I asked if she had any she could spare and she gave me a tiny unlabelled little bottle to take to my room. I washed my hair and loved the way it looked after – and I’m not necessarily someone who notices the texture of a shampoo. The next day, I asked Wendy what brand it was and it was her line, Iles Formula. I love her shampoo and conditioner and I really feel a difference in my hair when I run out and have to use something else."
If I'm not on set...
"I do very little to my hair. I wash it and let it air dry. I like to give it a break when I am off-camera from the hairdryers and straighteners and curling irons. Sometimes, I will put it in a messy bun if I am going out to dinner but, overall, I like it when it has a bit of natural texture and wave to it without being overdone or full of products."
The beauty advice I've finally taken is...
La Roche-Posay Anthelios Ultra-Light Invisible Fluid SPF50+ Tinted 50ml
La Roche-Posay Anthelios Ultra-Light Invisible Fluid SPF50+ Tinted 50ml
"I have added sunscreen to my daily routine. I grew up without a lot of awareness of how important it is to keep your skin protected from the sun. I remember tanning with baby oil – can you imagine doing that now? I have always been a sun bum. I’m at my happiest on a beautiful beach in the hot sun but, now, I put on sunscreen first. I like the tinted sunscreen by La Roche Posay."
My skincare routine is...
"In the morning, I take a shower and wash my face with Johnson & Johnson's Baby Shampoo. I use baby shampoo as a face wash as it is the most gentle for your face and it removes everything. Then, I put on a moisturiser, usually Mario Badescu’s Buttermilk Lotion. At the end of my day, even if I am exhausted, I always wash off my make-up. For removing eye make-up, I again use baby shampoo. Then, I try different moisturisers at night that are a bit richer – I like Vintner’s Daughter Active Botanical Serum or Kiehl's Midnight Recovery Oil."
I take supplements because...
"I definitely think that you can buy all the potions and creams but it is essential to nourish your skin from within. I drink a fresh smoothie every morning that is made from fresh fruit and vegetables, and I take two Perfectil Vitamins which are targeted for my skin, hair and nails."
Anastasia Beverly Hills Brow Gel - Clear
I don't wear lots of make-up as...
"When I am not working, I try to keep it very natural. Most days I don’t wear any make-up but, if I am running errands, I use a bit of a light base to even out my skin tone and a bit of blush for my cheeks to give it a bit of a glow. I like Anastasia Beverly Hills' Brow Pencil and Gel too.
"If I am going out with my husband [the German guitarist Tom Kaulitz] to dinner, I may be a bit more bold by painting on a red lip or adding some more mascara, like L’Oreal's Voluminous Mascara for a more dramatic eye. I think make-up should be fun so I like to try different eyeshadows and colours."
The beauty product I never buy is...
"Lip balm in pots because you keep sticking your finger in repeatedly and it gets germs in the product."
I don't have signature scent because...
"I love fragrances! I try many but I always gravitate towards something exotic and not to floral. I am a big fan of Hermes' L’Ambre des Merveilles but I switch it up depending on my mood."
On staying fit and healthy...
"I try to eat as healthy as I can. We have a big vegetable garden and every night we make a giant salad from it for dinner. When I am working, I try to fill up on snacks l enjoy like fruit, greek yogurt or almonds instead of chips and cookies from the craft service table. But, don’t get me wrong, some days there is nothing better than a Big Mac, fries with mayo and a Coca-Cola!"
My children help me exercise because...
"I like running on the treadmill but my schedule fluctuates a lot so I don’t always work it into my day. I have to be creative of where I get my exercise in. I jump on the trampoline with my kids or have a nightly after-dinner dance party or we take our dogs for a hike."
My ultimate beauty advice is...
"Beauty, like fashion, is not one size fits all. We are all uniquely different and beautiful."
Heidi Klum is the brand ambassador for Perfectil
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