Whether you’ve seen her as a runway model, campaign girl for Tommy Hilfiger and Juicy Couture, or in one of the #squadgoals pictures of supermodels at award shows, Behati Prinsloo Levine should be a familiar name; of course, she’s most known for being a Victoria’s Secret model, with an Angel of a face, and as Maroon 5 frontman Adam Levine’s wife — plus, most recently, a mother of a beautiful baby girl (imagine all those good genes!). That aside, we’re also here to tell you that being blessed with good genes isn’t everything.
Let’s be real; it definitely helps to be born with stunning features, but you’ll still need other things to keep you looking this beautiful — one way we can all achieve something close to supermodel standards is this: one familiar SK-II bottle. As part of the brand’s latest beauty campaign, #OneBottleAwayFrom, they’ve unveiled a series of short films that star three celebrities and how they’re preparing for their next moment in the spotlight; Girls Generation singer Choi Soo Young shares about moving into acting, Chinese actress Li Qin talks about her next major film role, while Prinsloo talks about making a comeback with her first television appearance. And they all have one thing in common — glowing skin, thanks to SK-II’s Facial Treatment Essence being part of their daily routine.
It’s no surprise when you consider what goes into the skincare saviour, and how it has helped our skin in the most stressful of circumstances; back in May, some of the NYLON team tried the ‘miracle essence’ for ourselves while on physically-taxing hikes, and have seen it work in our favour. The benefits of well-hydrated and bouncy skin were immediately apparent, thanks to the signature ingredient Pitera™ that makes up over 90% of essence. As for the 27-year-old model, just look at this:
It’s clear that her skin looks amazing, crystal-clear in fact, even without makeup. “I feel immensely thankful with all the amazing opportunities so far,” she says about the SK-II campaign, her first big project since giving birth to Dusty Rose last year. “When they first shared the #OneBottleAwayFrom campaign with me and that I was working with SK-II for this, I was really excited. I loved the approach which was really authentic and I am looking forward to sharing my #OneBottleAwayFrom journey with everyone.”
As part of the campaign, she got to try — for the first time too — a bottle of SK-II’s Facial Treatment Essence, and see how it transformed her skin into something she can be proud of. The video showcases a rare and very real side of the picture-perfect Prinsloo; she talks about her concerns about making a comeback, and even speaks directly to us about her journey in vlog-style episodes. At Day 30, you can see that she’s glowing, and it’s not just because of great lighting or filters. “So my skin’s feeling really good, I’m definitely ready to step back into the spotlight!” she says confidently.
Sure, most of us don’t have to contend with the difficult task of being in the spotlight or having to constantly be in front of the camera, but what we can identify with is wanting to look our best selves for any significant milestone. It could be a first date or a birthday party, the everyday challenge of being a #girlboss — or something huge, your wedding, your first job or a major promotion, your foray into motherhood; whatever it is, you’ll want to look just as fabulous as you feel. It might be slightly vain to admit it, but how we look has a part to play on how confident we feel. “They are connected,” Prinsloo agrees, “When my skin is clear or when I’m having a great hair day, I stand up taller and I feel like I can take on anything.” Surely, something we all feel from time to time.
Since becoming a mom, Prinsloo has also had to face the familiar struggle of balancing work and family life, which explains why she’s looking to simplify her beauty regimen. “My secret to skincare is to keep things really simple and I love products that help me do that — especially multi-tasking products. That’s why I love SK- II’s Facial Treatment Essence. It’s packed with vitamins and amino acids and addresses all of my skincare concerns. You also see great results after just one bottle, which as a new mom taking so many photos, is really great. It has been a great addition to my skincare routine. Being a new mom, it’s so important to find a product like FTE that provides serious results but also saves me time.”
In this interview, she also opens up on her skincare secrets, how she truly feels about her new SK-II regimen, and her next major career move — television.
- At what age did you start thinking about the importance of skincare?
Prinsloo (P): Growing up in Namibia, I was really into sports—I did field hockey, track and was out in the sun a lot but I did not really think so much about it. It wasn’t probably wasn’t until I started modeling when I started to invest in skincare products and make it a priority. Being in the industry, you are constantly surrounded by beauty professionals so from the beginning I started to learn from the best all the different tips and advice on taking care of my skin. Also, one of my earliest memories related to skincare was how much my Mom pushed the use of sunscreen since I was a kid.
- What are the skin issues that you currently face?
P: I love being outdoors—I love the beach, playing sports so pigmentation is something that I always had. Another of my constant skin issues is that my skin tends to be on the dryer side. It’s always been important for me to have a good moisturizer, nothing too heavy, but just enough to keep my skin hydrated and nourished.
- When do you feel the most beautiful?
P: No makeup, hair in a bun, in jeans and T-shirt. Feeling beautiful is when I am feeling the most comfortable.
- What is one insider beauty tip you’ve learned along the way in your career?
P: One of the best insider tips that I learned from early on and stick to this day as a part of my routine is removing any makeup before bed, especially after a day at work. It’s so important to cleanse the skin before going to sleep to really let your skin breathe. Makeup clogs your pores, so removing that before bed with a good nighttime beauty routine is essential to clean and healthy skin.
- Do you have a secret skincare routine that you can share with us, especially before you get in front of the camera?
P: My makeup artist will put on a sheet mask to help my skin get that extra glow but recently she’s been experimenting with using Facial Treatment Essence as part of my skin prep getting ready for my shoots. It really conditions my skin and I do see a difference as make up is being applied—my skin has that lit from within glow!
- How did your skin look/feel after finishing your bottle of Facial Treatment Essence?
P: I noticed that I was sporting my natural glow again and my skin was looking more radiant.
- Would you continue using Facial Treatment Essence after this 1 bottle?
P: Absolutely yes!! It has really transformed my skin –it’s definitely a must-have for me now. I’m generally very fuss-free and love to go makeup-free so this really gives me the added boost of confidence. It’s amazing to have such a solid product to rely on that serves as an all-in-one multi-tasker.
- Is SK-II’s Facial Essence Treatment worth it?
P: Without a doubt. It’s such a multi-tasker and has worked wonders for me as I prepared for work coming back from my maternity leave… I was getting compliments on how my skin was looking in the 2 weeks. If you have a big moment in your life coming up, say a birthday or wedding, this product will visibly transform your skin after just one bottle.
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What are your special tips using the Facial Treatment Essence?
P: I sometimes put my Facial Treatment Essence in the fridge before using to keep it chilled on hot days for a quick pick-me-up skin treat. I also leave cotton pads soaked with Facial Treatment Essence on my eye area to depuff the eye area after a long flight or day. If there’s any left on the cotton pad, I use the excess Facial Treatment Essence on dry areas on my body (i.e. elbows) — works wonders!
Follow Behati Prinsloo on Instagram, or search #OneBottleAwayFrom to check out other influencers and celebrities who are getting their skin spotlight-ready.
SK-II Facial Treatment Essence, available at SK-II counters. sk-ii.com.sg
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