Skipping between a slew of film sets, lest we forget fashion weeks, Swedish actress Alicia Agneson – best known for her role in Vikings and her covetable vintage closet – is always on the move. With such a busy schedule, it's no surprise that she's become a fiend for functional beauty. From the glow-boosting benefits of frequent face masking to the importance of always keeping a water bottle handy, discover her essential beauty secrets and the trusted products she can't live without
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Could you share your daily beauty routine with us, from morning prep to evening wind-down?
"I love starting my day with a proper skincare prep in the mornings. I’ll treat myself to a face mask if I have enough time – lately, I’ve been using the Decorte Liposome line, which feels incredibly nourishing. If time is tight, I go straight into my basic routine: I reach for a toner, usually Emma S BHA Toner or Charlotte Tilbury Glow Toner. Then, I follow up with a serum. Right now, I love Dior Capture Totale or Decorte Liposome Advanced Repair. Finally, I seal everything in with a moisturiser, and Dior’s Day Cream is a go-to. Of course, I finish off with Charlotte Tilbury’s Eye Revival Patches.
For the evening, I’m all about a thorough cleanse. I love oil cleansers and am obsessed with the Babor Refining Cleansing Oil Balm. It melts away makeup and leaves my skin feeling so fresh. After cleansing, I switch to a heavier cream for nighttime; right now, that’s Decorte’s AQ Meliority Intensive Regenerating Multi Cream, which is super luxurious and hydrating. But besides any product, the best beauty booster is really good sleep. Plus lots of water and listening to your body."
How do you transition your look from daytime to evening? Are there specific products or techniques you find indispensable?
"If your base is good, it’s easy to amp things up for the evening. I’ll usually add a darker eyeshadow to transform a daytime look, and I switch from a glossy lip to a deeper lipstick shade. A final spritz of Charlotte Tilbury’s Flawless Setting Spray locks everything in place, so I don’t have to worry about touch-ups all night."
Alicia Agneson in her room at Hôtel Lord Byron, Paris during fashion week. Photo: Alicia Agneson
Photo: Alicia Agneson
Photo: Kaine Horey
What products do you always have in your handbag – whether headed for a night out or for a red-eye flight?
"I always have multiple lipsticks and lip glosses on me. It's almost comical how many end up in my bag! If I'm flying, I'll add a few more essentials, like the Decorte Face Mask to keep my skin hydrated on the plane. A hairbrush is also a must since I usually forget to brush my hair in the morning – oops!"
What is your holy grail beauty product that you would recommend to anyone, and why?
"My holy grails are definitely Dior Lip Glow Balms and the Decorte Face Mask. But the most important secret weapon is simple: water! Staying hydrated is everything for healthy skin, so I always bring a reusable water bottle. It’s such an easy step that makes a huge difference."
If you could give your younger self one piece of beauty advice, what would it be?
"I’d tell my younger self (and anyone else) that real beauty starts on the inside. Live well, be happy, and nurture yourself. Smile and laugh a lot. When you feel good, you look good, no matter what products you use."
