The creative life force behind J. Crew on her magical skincare routine, Lena Dunham's red carpet bravery, and being real in a world with very unrealistic expectations Read more

"I really have an issue with people trying to look younger. I just want to look like me. I hate that people will say, ‘You look good for your age.' I’m actually happy about being 38." Read more

On applying practicality to her footwear as well as her makeup: "I don't like buying things that I can't wear every day" Read more

"If there's makeup, I still want to see the person behind it. It's all about the person, not about the makeup. A red lip gives character, but you still see the personality." Read more

"When I worked at Betsey [Johnson], she and I were having a glass of wine and she cut my hair into bangs. When I woke up the next morning, I was mortified. Too much wine." Read more

On how being true yourself can be a deeply political act Read more

On how she kicked smoking and why nasal spray is the most essential beauty product she owns Read more

She's wearing Chanel, everywhere Read more

On makeup that's dewy—but not shiny—and the throng of Skinceuticals products she swears by Read more

The six-foot, one-and-a-half-inch model on keeping her body and mind in shape, her streamlined beauty routine, and staying on the Invisalign wagon Read more

"Nobody else is telling me what I can and cannot do with my body, and that is liberating beyond any means. That in itself is a beauty secret that you can’t really buy anywhere." Read more

Ursa Major's founder on the neverending goodness of Clinique Dramatically Different Lotion and the best dry shampoos for beach lovers Read more

On tackling dry skin, intense pigmentation, and brow care the Danish way Read more

"I feel sorry for makeup artists that have to work on me... [I'm] asking so many questions. I always talk to the makeup artist to find out what they’re using. I’m really interested in it. It’s like painting!" Read more

"My main focus in beauty has always been my hair. It’s where I put in the time, I put in the money, I put in the research…let’s start at the beginning." Read more

Approved by the Violet Code Read more

"I don't use hair masks, but I do love a hand mask... when you have your hands in models' faces all day long, it's good to keep your hands [nice]." Read more

"I like perfume to be for me—it’s very personal, and if someone knows my scent, that means he knows me. I don’t want people on the street to know exactly what I’m wearing." Read more

She wears Madonna's favorite perfume, Alexa Chung's favorite eyeliner, and every Danish makeup artist's favorite mascara Read more

"I’m trying to hold onto everything right now and be happy about that. I'm riding my bike home every day, and I'm still going out and dancing, even though I'm pregnant." Read more

"I actually interned at Into The Gloss back in 2013 and I was the worst intern that anyone has ever had at any publication in New York City...just goes to show that you can be the worst intern but still get the job." Read more

"I remember when there weren't so many women of color to look up to [in pop culture] either. Then Neneh Cherry came, the singer, and it was such a relief... Now you have Beyoncé, and she's the most beautiful woman in the world." Read more

"I like to look different. Like, I shaved my head when I was 18 and I was bald all the way up 'til last year. I like the idea of being bald... It was very empowering to me to be bald but still be a woman and still be hot." Read more

"I know that when I’m taking care of myself and engaging in self care, even if it’s just making sure to shower consistently, it actually has a real impact on my mood. That’s mainly the reason why I do it." Read more