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We breathe good beauty products and can’t live without them. We will guide you through the whole development process. From your first questions, wishes and brainstorms, to the commercial launch of your new beauty products. Years of experience in the cosmetic field has gained us a great network of production partners, industry professionals, retail partners, quality teams and logistics to cover the complete cosmetic process for retailers, brands and personalities. We’ve asked our team what their daily beauty rituals are. And yes, they will tell you their secrets!
MEET DENISE!
Denise, what are your beauty rituals?
Morning: I always wash my face with a mild cleanser followed by a skincare routine of 3 products: eye cream – serum – moisturizer. As we are developing many skincare products, I am usually using samples from the office to test the efficacy at home for 4-5 weeks. In the winter I use a thicker moisturizer with ingredients such as ceramides and in the summer I prefer a more light weighted option. Depending on the day, I either go for a full face make-up or fully natural. In both cases, the last step in my full routine is always the Nimya Set it & Forget it setting spray.
Evening: Before going to bed I double cleanse my face with either a balm or oil followed by a micellar water. Currently hooked on the LED light therapy masks so on my clean face I use a LED eye mask for 3-4 minutes. After that I will use a toner to restore the skin and end with a rich natural face oil.
MY 3 HOLY GRAILS
- Oil/serum & eye cream from our new upcoming brand 🙂
- S’ABLE LABS black seed toner
- IT cosmetics CC cream SPF50
MY BEAUTY TIPS
- Always wash clean your face in the morning and in the evening
- Always make sure to use SPF when exposed to skin
- Stay hydrated and sleep enough hours!
Denise
Hossein
Sanaz
Lieke
Amal
Jody
MEET HOSSEIN!
Hossein, what are your beauty rituals?
“After waking up I wash my face with any soap that’s available at the sink and brush my teeth. I like to brush my teeth before breakfast. Then I make sure the kids get their breakfast, get ready for school and after Denise and the kids leave the house, I have the time to get ready! Denise is the one who buys beauty products, so I’ll use any shampoo or shower gel that’s available. I also like to test all samples and products from our clients. What I do use every day is baby oil for my body after showering. And for my face a day cream from samples, or if that’s finished I use something from Denise. We both share our perfumes, because we use unisex. I’m not loyal to beauty products, because we come across a lot of brands we all love to test them.”
MEET SANAZ!
SANAZ, what are your beauty rituals?
Morning: As a busy mom, taking care of your skin and mental health is essential to feeling good and confident throughout the day. Even though my routine needs to be quick and easy, it’s important to me that my skincare still has a big impact on my skin! To start my morning, I enjoy a glass of tea and some music to set a positive tone for the day. I then move on to my skincare routine, which includes washing my face with lukewarm water and applying my Vitamin C serum, followed by the Nimya glow serum to keep my skin clear and glowing. I then apply my eye cream and finish with an all-purpose face cream. If I plan to wear foundation, I always finish with a glowy primer – right now, I’m loving the one from ELF! I also never forget to apply a coat of mascara and my favorite winged eyeliner for a classic, put-together look. Finally, I lock it all in with the set-it-and-forget-it setting spray from Nimya.
Evening: Taking care of your skin is so important, and it starts with a good evening skincare routine. No matter how tired I am, I always make sure to clean my face before bed. I start by removing my makeup with a cotton pad and micellair water, followed by the Ordinary face wash to get rid of any remaining dirt or impurities. Every other day, I use the glycolic acid from the Ordinary to exfoliate and renew my skin. I finish with my oil serum and some good old Vaseline on my lips to keep them soft and moisturized all night long.
MY 3 HOLY GRAILS
- Glycolic Acid from the Ordinary
- Face oil serum (new brand coming soon)
- ELF Halo Glow
MY BEAUTY TIPS
- Don’t be afraid to incorporate facial oils into your routine – they can really make a difference!
- Take care of those often-neglected areas like your cuticles, elbows, knees, and feet.
- Remember to smile more and worry less – the best beauty comes from within!
MEET LIEKE!
Lieke, what are your beauty rituals?
Morning: I’m not really a morning person so it’s always hard for me to get out of bed. Therefore, I never start my day without showering to be fully awake for the day! After a couple of years at Céleste, I’ve learned how to use the right skin and color cosmetic products for every day. I not only tested a lot of samples (that didn’t always work out for my skin..), but I’m also experimenting more with makeup (f.e. eyeshadows, highlighters, etc.) since I started here. However, I’m pretty natural in my daily rituals most of the times. After brushing my teeth & (sometimes) drying my hair, I always start my routine with the “License To Glow” Serum of Nimya, followed by an eye cream (an amazing new brand to be announced soon!!) and one of the day creams that we developed (e.g., War Paint or S’ABLE Labs moisturizer). I finish my routine by covering all the blemishes in my face with a concealer & some mascara on the lashes. Before I leave the house, I will always spray with my perfume and only then I’m ready to go!
Evening: This part of my daily routine changed the most since I started working at Céleste. I know how important it is to go to bed with a fully cleansed face. Therefore, I always use the S’ABLE Labs cleanser first and a Micellar Water second to make sure all the dirt of the day is gone. Next to that, I try to use a liquid face mask every other day to give my skin that extra nourishing treatment. I’ll never go to bed without a good night cream & the lash serum of Sweed. Next to the daily routine, I’m also going to the beautician, pedicure and manicure every 6 weeks. It is of course good for my face, feet & hands, but for me the main reason to go is that I’m fully relaxing there.
MY 3 HOLY GRAILS
- My every-morning-shower session. I couldn’t survive without it!
- Blistex! The best balm to recover from dry lips!
- “License To Glow” of Nimya. It really gives you an amazing healthy glow.
MY BEAUTY TIPS
- Not all make-up gives you that heavy make-up look. You just need to find the right products.
- Always remove your make-up. Even though you’re feeling too tired, it is really better for your skin and helps against aging.
- Drink loads of water!!
MEET AMAL!
Amal, what are your beauty rituals?
Morning: As soon as I open my eyes, my cat lovingly wakes my up with some cuddles. It’s the perfect way to start my day. Next up, I wash my face and body with some icy cold water to really wake me up. My morning skincare routine is quick and easy. I begin by applying my moisturizer and nourishing eye cream to hydrate my skin and finish it off with my fave SPF lip balm (upcoming new product!). I start my make-up with the Nimya primer for a flawless and enduring makeup. I’m all about that fresh, glowy and dewy look. So I keep it simple with a little bit of concealer, liquid bronzer and blush. To achieve the signature cat-eye effect, I apply mascara only to the outer lashes. Finally, I complete my look with some lip gloss and fixing spray.
Evening: My evening routine is my favorite part of the day. Lately, I’ve been loving cleansing balms to get rid of all the dirt and makeup from my skin. Then I use the charcoal stick (a new upcoming product I can’t get enough of!), which leaves my skin feeling super soft. To top it all off, I apply some oil serum for that extra glow. It’s my go-to recipe for radiant skin, and I’m totally obsessed with it.
MY 3 HOLY GRAILS
- Liquid blushes!! They are easy to blend and give you a natural glow.
- The charcoal stick from our own upcoming brand.
- The lip plumper from Too Faced.
MY BEAUTY TIPS
- Don’t pop your pimples, use blemish patches instead!
- Go for a massage once in a while to lower your stress level.
- Water, water & water!
MEET LYANNE!
Lyanne, what are your beauty rituals?
Morning:My face gets really puffy in the morning, so the first thing I do is wash my face with some cold water. I then get my jade roller out of the fridge and use that together with a niacinamide serum. Next, I put on some moisturizer and I always finish off my skincare routine with SPF. I like to go for a glow, soft glam make up look by using a luminous primer, tinted moisturizer, concealer and liquid bronzer, blush and highlighter. To make my straight lashes stay up, I warm up my eyelash curler with a blowdryer and add mascara to my lashes. Lastly, I put on setting spray to make sure everything stays in place all day long.
Evening: Taking off your make up after a long day has to be one of the most refreshing feelings ever! I like to start removing everything with a cleansing balm that melts all the make up off my face. I then use a face wash and micellar water to make sure my skin is fully clean. After that, I use some toner, put on either a niacinamide or hyaluronic serum and end my routine with some moisturizer. I also like to use a face scrub 1-2 times a week which makes my skin super soft, and I regularly put on a sheet mask for a self care moment.
MY 3 HOLY GRAILS
- The ELF Holy Hydration make up cleansing balm. This literally melts all the make up away and makes your skin feel super soft.
- A cold jade roller out of the fridge to wake up your face and reduce puffiness.
- Face bronzing drops and a body lotion with bronzer for a summer glow all year around.
MY BEAUTY TIPS
- Use SPF every day, even in the winter time. Your future self will thank your it!
- You skin radiates from within, so drink water and eat your fruits and veggies,.
- When finding the right make up look and techniques, try to find inspiration from people who have the same facial features as you have.
MEET NIENKE!
Nienke, what are your beauty rituals?
Morning: As a 20-year-old student, my morning skincare ritual can be described as efficient. I would love to have a nice and chill morning routine, but unfortunately I stay in bed for a little too long. I begin with Weleda’s cleansing lotion for sensitive skin. After that, I put on my daydream from Louis Widmer which is my all time favorite. I never forget sunscreen, it is sooo important! Even if you are preparing for a day at the office or a rainy day, it is always important to protect your face from the sun. Not every sunscreen is good for your skin so do some research before you buy a product. Sunscreen can be a bit expensive (especially for student) but it is worth every penny.
Evening: I try to workout every day, or at least go for a walk. It helps me clear my head. After I come home, I appreciate my me-time. I cleanse my face and take an evening shower. I love to put on my pyjama’s and just chill on the couch with some Netflix on.
MY 3 HOLY GRAILS
- Brows: I have blond hair and with some brow product I just feel a lot more confident.
- Lip balm! I hate crusty lips especially in the winter time. Some good lip balm can help.
- Taking a short cold shower after a nice hot shower, especially in the mornings.
MY BEAUTY TIPS
- Sleep. I appreciate my sleep and try to sleep 8-9 hours a night. I feel so much more energetic when I had some good sleep.
- Water. I try to drink 2 liters of water a day. It can be hard to remind yourself, but you have some apps that can help you remind to drink your glass of water.
- Move. In the evenings I try to exercise to clear my mind, you don’t have to exhaust yourself but just a relaxing walk can be enough.