She’s one of the original supermodels. Lauren Hutton’s iconic gap-tooth and work as a brand ambassador for Revlon have made her one of the most-recognised faces of all time. However, in a shock departure, Lauren’s history-making million-dollar deal with the beauty brand came to an abrupt end as Lauren reached her 41st birthday. The not-so-mutual split came after Lauren was told “women over 40 don’t wear makeup.” Sorry, what now?
“Well, I was over 40, and all the women I knew all used makeup,” she told The Cut. And ever since, Lauren has been loudly and proudly campaigning against ageism. Particularly in calling for a greater presence of older models.
And brands are listening. At 76, Lauren was announced as the face of cosmetics brand StriVectin. A partnership which introduced Lauren to the popular wrinkle-softening ingredient: retinol. In particular, the S.T.A.R Night Oil ($131.99, Chemist Warehouse), which she reveals has made a “huge difference” to her complexion.
Lauren’s 5 affordable beauty tips…
Do you have a notepad at the ready? According to Lauren, the secret to maintaining a radiant glow isn’t at the bottom of a serum bottle. In fact, unlike most celebrity beauty tips, hers are all incredibly affordable. The model reveals the secret to her enviable complexion comes down to drinking lots of water (eight glasses a day to be exact), getting a good night’s sleep, laughing, being in nature and most importantly: “don’t give up sex”.
Lauren’s attitude toward ageing…
But beauty tips aside, Lauren wants more for the future of the modelling industry than just wrinkle-free faces; “If my life could stand for one thing, it would be to change the way women feel about getting older”.
The supermodel has already positioned herself as the go-to mentor for her younger peers, saying, “I feel a bit like a fantastic granny to all the gap-toothed models today”. But she’s not ready to hand over the baton just yet, admitting “I hope to do modelling until I am 100”.
The lipstick you’ll always find at the bottom of Lauren’s handbag…
If you’re an avid TikTok user, you definitely would’ve stumbled across CLINIQUE’s Almost Lipstick SPF 15 in the shade Black Honey ($41, Clinique). The universally flattering ‘your lips but better’ shade has been a sell-out since its release over three decades ago. And according to Lauren’s recent interview with Byrdie, she counts herself as one of the lipstick’s many loyal fans.
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Do you use a retinol? If not, would you try one?
I use a prescription vitamin A cream which really helps with my skin
I totally agree with using jojoba oil. All over the body and hair can get expensive though! I use on face and hair only.
If I can look half as good at the age I am now yes jojoba oil forme.
She is stunning! Jojoba does noting for me, but do use retinol. That things does something for my skin type.
Wow, I can’t believe that she’s really 76! She looks amazing!
She looks fabulous
Laura Hutton is an inspiration to all Women, she made it possible for models with a gap in their teeth to do modelling. Ashley Smith, Georgia May Jagger, Lara Stone, Jessica Hart, Lindsey Wixson, and Abby Lee Kershaw to name a few.
She looks great.
What a woman. I’m not fussed with the Jojoba oil, it doesn’t do anything for my skin
She does look amazing. If i would a little like that at 76 I would be very happy indeed.
She is lovely. I’ve got a bottle of Jojoba sitting in my stash, I should probably get to it.
Ageism is certainly alive & well and has been for quite a while. It’s not just makeup companies either. It really sh*ts me when Companies put people into pigeon holes. “women over 40 don’t wear makeup”. Huh! Most of us have been wearing it since we were teenagers so why would be suddenly give it up at age 40? I would have thought that women over 40 would have more disposable income to buy products to enhance their looks.
What a great attitude she has! Good on her & good on StriVectin!
I drink buckets of water & tea: every time I have a facial, they comment about how hydrated my 54-year-old skin is, so drink up, everyone!
Who are these people who think over ’40’s don’t wear makeup?
I like jojoba oil, but I use lots of different oils, my skin is a bit sensitive to retinol but I am building up to it. I wonder how much Revlon have regretted dropping her?
I’ve never used jojoba oil but I sure do love retinol products.
I’ve never used jojoba oil, will have to investigate. I love how people are now embracing ageing gracefully.
She’s a terrific ambassador. I haven’t used jojoba oil except in products with other ingredients but I may give it a try.
Yeah amazing – she’s my mum’s age!
lol I know right!? I have never heard of them before either – nobody I know.
I loved reading all about her! She’s fantastic!
Good on Strivectin!!!!
She is stunning and I will be wearing make up well over the age of 40.
It really is all about the attitude. Some people no matter how old they are they seem incredibly youthful in the way they talk and laugh and carry themselves. Nothing to do with their looks.
What a fantastic woman – Love her Xx
StriVectin is effective but very expensive.
She sounds great and lovely!
She is amazing and good on her. Very inspirational.
I like jojoba oil products too
Great attitude, she’s gorgeous!
She has always been quite striking, and still is.
Beautiful woman.
Yep, love a good retinol treatment – currently using a LRP retinol and B3 serum. So good for skin texture!
Lauren is gorgeous, an inspiring woman
So happy and beautiful!
Shame on Revlon! Lauren Hutton is in one of my favourite movies from the 80’s (also starring Jim Carrey) “Once Bitten”.
Beautiful woman!!! Never heard of her though…. She looks amazing!!!
So inspirational, gives older ladies hope for a wonderful time
Wow! That is an achievement!
Always thought she was beautiful
I love that Lauren says “most, importantly “Don’t give up sex.” LOL !!! because I do feel that keeping sexually active, plays a big part in how a woman thinks and feels about herself especially after menopause.
This so just.. Woah!
Congratulations to StriVectin for choosing her to represent the company.
she looks amazing for her age!