Chandler Kinney Reveals ’90s Makeup & Self-Care Secrets

Actress Chandler Kinney is currently enjoying one of the busiest and most rewarding summers of her career, showcasing an unstoppable momentum that has kept her engaged in exciting projects. Most recently, she brought the character of Kimberly Carter to life in the Amazon Prime series Elle, an experience that provided a wonderfully creative challenge. While the role of the high school rival was a success, the real highlight has been the positive energy surrounding the production, which prioritized women-led storytelling and provided Kinney with an incredible opportunity to be part of a supportive, female-led set.

Kinney shared her excitement about the project, noting that working with Hello Sunshine and being on a women-led set was truly inspiring. She reflected on the creative layers of the role, finding it a deeply fun experience to dig into the character’s complexity. Adding to the buzz, Kinney has also secured an early pickup for the series and has already wrapped production on the second season, currently enjoying the fruits of her labor as she shares the news with the world.

The aesthetic of Elle, rooted in the nineties, also served as a major source of inspiration for Kinney. She embraced the era’s mood, finding new personal interests, such as becoming a lip liner girlie, which became a key part of her evolving style. This immersion led her to explore the beauty trends of the time, beautifully blending cinematic inspiration with personal self-care.

Filming the show also brought Kinney into a fruitful partnership with the personal-care brand Hello”>Hello. This collaboration became a serendipitous experience, marking her first real foray into self-care. She describes incorporating Hello products into her routine as a way to harvest good energy and ground herself throughout the demanding work week.

Recognizing that acting is a demanding profession, Kinney emphasizes the importance of intentional self-care. She believes that artists must protect their aura and energy by building a strong self-care routine. This philosophy naturally extended into her daily rituals. For a moment of whimsical joy, she incorporates Hello’s whipped and light products into her morning routine.

Beyond the whimsical, Kinney maintains a simple yet effective skincare routine that prepares her for the day. Her nonnegotiable first step is a good face wash, where she favors products like Ocean Cleanser”>Ocean Cleanser or Ocean Cleansing Mud”>Ocean Cleansing Mud from Osea. For hydration, she pairs this with Caudalie’s Vinoperfect Moisturizer”>Caudalie’s Vinoperfect Moisturizer, and always finishes with sunscreen.

When it comes to sun protection, Kinney stresses that daily application is essential, regardless of the weather, noting that the sun will find a way. She chooses Supergoop’s Unseen Sunscreen”>Supergoop’s Unseen Sunscreen for its invisible properties, appreciating its lightweight feel that acts almost like a primer.

While she enjoys indulging in masks and exfoliants occasionally, she admits that managing a rotating selection of products for sensitive skin can be tricky, calling it a bit like

By Emma James