It starts with a microwave-warmed towel and ends with a swipe of the mascara she'll never cheat on. Lisa Tellbe’s distilled beauty routine is all about simple rituals, handbag heroes, and a perfectly timed spritz of Hermès. Here, the Swedish content creator shares the steps and staples that keep her looking polished from morning to midnight
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Could you share your daily beauty routine with us, from morning prep to evening wind-down?
"I start every morning with a damp towel that I warm in the microwave and press against my face to open up my pores. Before applying my everyday makeup, I use the Benefit Cosmetics Pore Professional Deep Retreat to really cleanse my skin. Once that’s done, I always follow with Charlotte Tilbury’s Magic Cream since it’s my go-to before any makeup application."
How do you transition your look from daytime to evening? Are there specific products or techniques you find indispensable?
"I usually don’t wear a lot of makeup, but when I do my morning routine, it doubles as the perfect base for later. It keeps my skin hydrated yet lightweight, so if I have dinner plans or an event in the evening, I already have a great foundation in place to build on."
What products do you always have in your handbag – whether headed for a night out or for a red-eye flight?
"Number one is my Hermès Twilly perfume. It works beautifully for both day and evening. I also never go anywhere without my Caia Lip Crayon and Hourglass Phantom Volumizing Glossy Balm. Together they make the perfect lip combo, and I like having them on hand to reapply throughout the day."
What is your holy grail beauty product that you would recommend to anyone, and why?
"My favourite mascara of all time! I’m always open to trying different makeup products, but mascara is personal. I’ve found the one, Lancôme’s Lash Idôle Mascara, and I’m not letting it go."
If you could give your younger self one piece of beauty advice, what would it be?
"Be gentle with your skin, and remember that less is more even with makeup."
