The beauty of "Emily in Paris"

Emily in Paris is set to return on Netflix with its fourth (and final) season, with the first part available from August 15 and the second part expected on September 12. We will finally discover how the European adventures of the character played by Lily Collins and her friends will conclude. It all started a few years ago, when the American Emily Cooper moved from the States to work in Paris, finding herself managing cultural differences, a new career, friendships, and loves in the enchanting setting of the French capital. After about thirty episodes, the story of the young marketing director from the Midwest had reached a crossroads: once again, Emily must choose between chasing Alfie, who left her because she still loves Gabriel, and the handsome chef, who, despite the canceled wedding with Camille, is about to become a father to his ex’s child.

What will she do? We will find out soon. The trailer for season 4 hints that Emily is single again and possibly ready for new flings, including an Italian one, Marcello, played by actor Eugenio Franceschini, whom she meets during a trip to Rome. Will it be true love, or will her heart continue to beat for Gabriel? We still don’t know. What we are sure of is that we can expect many interesting outfits designed by costume designer Marylin Fitoussi, which we will love to hate and comment on. There will not only be a lot of fashion, but also plenty of beauty, make-up, and hairstyle that have inspired capsule collections from Lancôme, Pantene, Essence, and Revolution. Yes, because, over the various seasons, Emily & Co., thanks to make-up artist Aurélie Payen and hairstylist Mike Desir, have given us many looks and hacks to copy. Here is everything Emily Cooper has taught us about beauty.

It’s Never Too Early to Invest in a LED Mask and in a facial cleansing device

Among the various "guest stars" that most captured the audience's attention in the third season of Emily in Paris is the Skin LED Light Therapy Mask from CurrentBody. The girl seems to wear it every morning to maintain a perfect complexion, but also as an anti-aging treatment. It is proven, in fact, that red and infrared LED lights reduce inflammation, speed up skin healing, combat bacteria, have antibacterial effects, help against scars and acne, increase collagen production, and stimulate and accelerate the natural skin rejuvenation process that occurs during sleep. If used consistently, the CurrentBody mask (and LED masks in general) would reduce wrinkles by 35% within a month. Also standing out on Emily's bathroom shelf is Foreo's iconic LUNA 4 mini, the beauty secret for healthier, more beautiful skin that even the American knows. Essential for effective but quick skincare, suited to the girl's hectic schedule as well as her chic and dynamic style, the device offers deep cleansing of the face in just one minute, removing 99.5 percent of dirt, oil, and makeup residue. The hack for a glow boost? Pair Luna with its moisturizing almond oil and jojoba oil makeup remover balm and microfoam cleanser, both from Foreo. Are you rushing out to buy them yet?

Everyone Messes Up with their Bangs

Sooner or later, we have all made the mistake of cutting our bangs ourselves. For some, it happened after the end of a love affair, for others to follow a trend. According to Aurélie Payen, the show's main makeup artist, for Emily, this drastic change in look in the first episode of Emily in Paris 3 coincides with a desire and evolution of her character towards more fun and more French glamour. Emily creates a slightly voluminous and thick fringe, which with a narrative cliché represents a symbolic turning point in her Parisian life and slightly recalls Jane Birkin. If we cut it ourselves, however, the result is often disastrous. The bangs turn out crooked, too short, or uneven, so we have to resort to clips and hats to hide it. Advice: hands off the scissors! We are not in a TV series.

Lipstick is a Valuable Beauty Ally

Never give up on lipstick. Or almost never. Since the first season, Emily has worn it, making her lips the focal point of her beauty looks. When she arrived in Paris, she preferred almost nude pinks, but over time, she switched to more intense shades, from classic red to burgundy. The common characteristic is a creamy texture with a luminous but not glossy finish. If you are wondering what lipstick Lily Collins' character wore to the ballet for her Old Hollywood look, the answer is L'Absolu Rouge Ruby Cream Lip by Lancôme. The exact shade has not been revealed, but it could be Bad Blood Ruby or Sunrise Ruby.

Skincare is a Religion

Having beautiful and healthy skin is always the priority. Even for Aurélie Payen, who revealed the products used on Lily Collins. Take note: start with a CurrentBody LED Light Therapy mask, then spray Quantum Botanika's Herbal Water on Collins' face before mixing the brand's hydrating gel with a few drops of facial oil and thoroughly massaging the cocktail into the skin using a quartz roller. The cult cream to apply is from Augustinus Bader, but also Lancôme Advanced Génifique Serum. To soothe and refresh the eye area, she uses Talika's Eye Therapy Patch. A secret? Never forget sunscreen, in this case, La Roche-Posay Anthelios Ultra-Light Fluid Sunscreen SPF 60.

Play with Hair Accessories

Have you ever heard that after 20, you should leave clips, headbands, bands, and the like in the drawer? Forget it. If you want another excuse to play with hair accessories and draw inspiration from icons of the past like Brigitte Bardot, refer to the scenes in Emily in Paris where the protagonist sports headbands, scarves tied like a bandana or to embellish a ponytail, bling-bling tiaras, and whatever else her creativity suggests at the moment. Consider all these little colorful and sparkling objects as a petit plaisir that’s good for the spirit, just like the Netflix series.