What about the Active Daily Doses do you love the most?

The Active Daily doses are 100% recyclable. From a sustainability perspective, this cuts down on waste while ensuring the potency of the product. They also take the guesswork out of using the right amount of product.



How was your experience with their portability for travel?



It eliminated the problem of dealing with skincare size restrictions when flying with carryon luggage—which I often do. I also never have to purchase extra travel-size products again and the Active Daily Doses take up much less room in my bag.



How does your beauty ritual change with the seasons? How do you care for your skin during this season?



In summer, I like to use less of everything including skincare and makeup. I prefer a very natural look with just sunscreen and a moisturizer. Generally, I look for products that deeply moisturizes, restores, and repairs my dry skin—especially in fall or winter—and gives my skin a healthy glow.



What does authentic beauty mean to you?



To me, authentic beauty means a minimum use of artifice and effortless style. One accepts who they are and the objective is to look their best given where they are in life. It’s a deep level of self-acceptance where inner beauty and good health always shines through.



What does “being true to yourself” mean to you? How is this reflected in your beauty philosophy?



For me, “being true to oneself” means there is a consistency between my values and the way I live my life. This is where I think self-acceptance is of critical importance. One must evaluate who they are, where they may be in life, and accept it.



My beauty philosophy is that I use products that enhance who I am naturally and are also good to the Earth. I trust my body to tell me if the products I use are the right ones for me. I do not retouch my photos, my hair is grey, and what you see is the authentic me. I do Accidental Icon while being 100% true to myself and embracing my age. I think that is ultimately the secret to my success.



What is your biggest piece of advice to women today in regards to embracing their authentic beauty?



Women are always naturally beautiful when they are happy with themselves and enjoying the life they are living.



What do you hope for in the future in regards to mainstream beauty ideals?



Idealized notions of beauty are usually unattainable in terms of who and what is considered beautiful—and that does not lift all women up. My hope is that we create a more inclusive, natural, minimalist, and sustainable notion of beauty rather than idealized.