By Joy Fang
Home grown actress Rui En is often thought of as a no-nonsense tough girl, but she can also be “very girly and vain”, she said.
The 32-year-old goes through a strict skincare regime, both day and night, which involves tonnes of products, she told My Paper.
The self-professed “skincare product junkie and hoarder” cleanses and tones, before putting on a layer of L’Oreal Paris Youth Code, an antioxidant serum and day cream. This is followed by three different sunscreens, for under her eyes, her face and neck, and her body.
At night, she alternates between retinol serums and those with human growth factor. “I end up looking like I’ve slathered my face with margarine,” she said.
The results are worth it, for her skin looks flawless.
No wonder that Rui En, who first found fame in the drama No Problem! and who in 2002 launched a music career in Taiwan with her debut album, is the latest face for L’Oreal’s Youth Code.
She joins the ranks of international celebrities such as Gong Li and Fan Bing Bing, who have all endorsed the product.
But while Rui En goes all out with her skincare regime, she actually doesn’t wear much make-up, other than for work.
“I’ve got make-up on the whole day when I’m filming and the last thing I want off-duty is more make-up,” she said.
She’s humble about how she looks without make-up on.
“There’s a reason why (actresses) wear those huge sunglasses,” she quipped.
Rui En, who nabbed the Best Actress award at the recent Star Awards, does watch her figure.
She works out every day, either running, lifting weights or doing plyometric moves – training that involves explosive movements.
“It’s not because I want to be skinny, but it’s because I like the endorphin rush. It lifts your mood,” she said.
Asked about her style icon, Rui En said she looks up to the late Katharine Hepburn.
The actress was known to be unconventional, choosing to wear pants and men’s shirts at a time when doing so was seen as taboo.
“I applaud her for her guts… She also aged gracefully rather than fight it, which I admire,” said Rui En.
“My message is, people should accept themselves for who they are, rather than try to look like someone they are not.”
Here’s how to get Rui En’s look
Soft Skin
As an artiste, Rui En is constantly under the sun while filming. A diehard sunscreen fan, she says she can’t live without these potions.
To keep her skin moist, she also applies L’Oreal Paris Youth Code Boosting Essence under sheet masks and before she puts on her serum, to allow for better absorption.
Since she started using Youth Code two months ago, her skin is more radiant and retains moisture better. “It really does help my dry skin,” she said.
Flawless Face
The fresh-faced star prefers loose powder instead of thick foundation creams. The brands that she favours include Cle de Peau Beauteand La Mer, which make her face look flawless, she said.
For cheeks, she also loves Urban Decay’s Quickie Afterglow (which is no longer available here). “It’s very pretty, and quite a cult favourite,” she said.
Eye Spy
For eye colour, Rui En likes L’Oreal Paris Color Riche Les Ombres’ nude palette. To line those peepers, she uses L’Oreal Paris Superliner Waterproof Gel Liner, which she says lasts for hours.
Don’t go for expensive mascaras, she said. Drugstore brands work just as well. Her choices? Majolica Majorca and L’Oreal.
Lip Tips
The actress says that her dry lips drive her crazy. So, she always applies a generous amount of lip balm from French brand Nuxe, which she calls a “godsend”.
“I’ve tried literally everything, including nipple crea, and this is the only one that worked,” she said.
When she wants a dash of colour, she turns to L’Oreal Paris Shine Caresse. “I’m in love with these lip stains. I like them because they have staying power, yet keep your lips moist,” she said.
Mane Attraction
Rui En uses shampoo and conditioner from American brand Pureology’s Hydrate and Nanoworks line, which give her thick hair the bounce it needs. It is not available here, so she orders it online. “It”s absolute best,” she enthused.
She also loves Kerastase’s serums. “My hair gets flat-ironed every day when I’m filming, so I definitely have to put on a heat protectant to prevent my hair from drying out.” she said.
Hair masks from Kerastase, which she uses “religiously”, help leave her tresses smooth and radiant.
Catch Rui En at Ngee Ann City’s Watsons (#B2-06-10) on June 1 and Compass Point Atrium on June 15.
Source: Mypaper, Asiaone, Straits Times Communities, Lollipop
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