A Day Well Spent With... beauty entrepreneur and make-up artist Bobbi Brown

The first lady of beauty on her go-to self-care routine

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Bobbi Brown is back
Bobbi Brown
Naomi May19 January 2020

She's long held the title of one of the most instantly-recognisable monikers in the beauty business.

And now 62-year-old Bobbi Brown is turning her hand to the world of wellness.

Alongside the arsenal of multi-functional products she concocted during her tenure at her eponymous cosmetics line, Brown has also penned nine books, launched her editorial site, Just Bobbi, and re-designed The George, a boutique hotel in New Jersey.

Upon her departure from Bobbi Brown in 2016, it wasn't quite clear whether the cosmetics entrepreneur's hiatus would turn into a break of the more permanent type.

But after taking time away from the industry, the titan is unequivocally back to re-stamp her mark on the industry with her new line of wellness supplements, Evolution 18, which includes powdered collagen, beauty gummies and "beauty bubble" effervescent tablets.

We caught up with Brown to talk all things self-care and her unabating love of tequila on the rocks.

First thing every morning, I drink two glasses of warm water with lemon when I wake up. Right now I am intermittently fasting so I do not eat until midday, but I have a shot of Nespresso every morning.

I exercise every day and always do something different. My favourites are yoga, walking, weight training, and riding my Peloton bike.

I like to keep my morning skincare routine simple. I splash water on my face and moisturise with Augustinus Bader and an SPF. When my face is super dry, I apply apricot oil.

I am working on mentally preparing for the day, but I sit quietly with my new notebook and write down the many thoughts and to-do lists in my head.

For lunch I typically have a sandwich on paleo bread with protein and vegetables, or a salad with protein and vegetables. I try not to snack, but in the afternoon I like to make myself a drink with a scoop of EVOLUTION_18 Afternoon Chocolate. I carry my snacks and supplements in a handy and see-through pouch from Stow, one of my favourite accessory brands.

My office is a huge, open floor space with no personal desks. So when I need a break, I like to step in our soundproofed phone booth to make a phone call and take a deep breath.

Dinner is typically a piece of fish, cooked vegetables, with either bean pasta or sweet potatoes. And sometimes, I like to have a vodka or tequila on the rocks.

I like to drink in moderation, except during the holidays. My go-to is vodka or tequila on the rocks. I try not to drink during the week, but that is something I am working on.

At night, I like to put my robe on, put my hair in a ponytail, and take my makeup off with organic coconut oi with a wash cloth. It takes everything off. Then I brush my teeth and apply more Augustinus Bader moisturiser. I am also mastering the new The Light Salon LED Boost mask which is good for skin health and feels relaxing, I honesty use less foundation than I ever did. I am not sure if it’s the Augustine Bader or this!

I love a good bath with Epsom Salts once or twice a week. But normally I am in a rush so I shower.

In terms of supplements, I take weekly Vitamin D, fish oil, EVOLUTION_18 Beauty Gummy, collagen, and probiotic.

I notice a big difference when I religious use my infrared sauna in my backyard. And obviously a massage whenever I find the time.

I colour my hair monthly, and get a blowout either once or twice a week. My manicurist Roza comes to my office every two weeks. I also go to my chiropractor and kinesiologist weekly. I tried cryotherapy, which I found to be an intense and painful practice. I did not find it enjoyable and I did not see a big ROI.

I like the Laser treatments to help with my sun spots. I also tried ultherapy, but it takes 1-3 months to notice, so the verdict is out.

I look in the mirror and if I do not look good, I also do not feel good. It is time to hit the reset button and turn everything down a notch. It is the ultimate self-care.

Bobbi Brown will be making a personal appearance at Boots Covent Garden on Wednesday January 22 6-8pm to launch her new wellness supplements EVOLUTION_18. Available now at select Boots stores and online.