Paris Starn

As someone who focuses so much on techniques and aesthetics (in the kitchen), you’d think my beauty philosophy would reflect that, but my personal beauty philosophy leaves the creativity to the kitchen.

For skincare and makeup I am all about simplicity and routine – tried and true products from brands I trust, used time and time again. Beauty, to me, is about what makes any person feel most confident about themselves. whether that’s just slapping on sunscreen or moisturizer (me), or doing the full nines, I see beauty as comfortable, reliable, and confident.

My morning routine consists of, Isntree Tree Hyaluronic Acid Watery Sun Gel Sunscreen and if I’m feeling extra dry I will add on Cosrx Snail Mucin Power Essence before.

If I’m not just sitting at my computer all day, I want my skin to look brighter and more even, so I’ll also apply Supergoop Glow Screen mixed with Cover FX Cover drops (to add a little more coverage to the Supergoop) and add some Clarins Beauty Flash Balm wherever I’m puffy and want a highlight. In the evening I will cleanse with La Roche-Posay Effaclar, then a toner, chemical exfoliant, or retinol (I am skin cycling) followed by Cosrx Snail Mucin Power Essence (a loyal user for the last 5 years) and finish with Nivea creme.

Over the last 5 years I’ve suffered from a lot of hair loss. I’m constantly trying new things to help bring it back, but my current routine includes a mix of mint oil, rosemary oil, and jojoba oil applied to my scalp and massaged in. With more jojoba oil placed on the ends. I let this sit for a while and then do a Briogeo Wash Shampoo and Conditioner with my Jolie shower head, finishing with cold water. I have noticed less shedding since starting this process, hopefully will get some growth soon.

I rarely wear makeup, but when I do I will always use Dior Airflash Foundation in 1w. It has been my go-to foundation for over 5 years. Before applying I usually put on my Cosrx Snail Mucin Power Essence, and finish with Mario Badescu Rose Water as a setting spray.

Working out daily is very important for both my physical and mental health – I do a mix of pilates and barre classes on youtube, mixed with running 2x a week. For supplements, I take nutrafol daily as well as vitamin D.

I love wearing Dyptique L’ombre Dans L’eau in the spring and summer – it’s so fresh – and then Killian’s rolling in love in the fall and winter, because it feels so warm.