Laverne Cox's Beauty Routine Is a Drugstore-Lover's Dream
When it comes to beauty, Laverne Cox is no novice. The LGBTQ+ activist stars in Netflix's Orange Is the New Black but should also add beauty expert to her growing list of credentials. See, Cox is no stranger to getting glammed on set and for red carpets, and her off-duty regimen is equally impressive. In a recent interview with The New York Times, she spilled out the contents of her hair, makeup, and skincare regimen, which consists of a ton of cult-favorite (and underrated) products from the drugstore and beyond. Let's just say if we were stranded on an island with Cox's beauty kit, we wouldn't be too mad.
Johnson's Baby Shampoo
Cox's first order of business in the morning? Washing her face with Johnson's Baby Shampoo ($13). "It's really weird, but if it's gentle enough for a baby, then it's good enough for me," she said.
Tulura Vitamin Peptide Serum
She follows up with Vitamin Peptide Serum ($75).
Kiehl's Since 1851 Facial Fuel Eye De-Puffer
To wake up her eyes, she applies Kiehl's Since 1851 Facial Fuel Eye De-Puffer ($20).
Kiehl's Since 1851 Eye Alert For Men
At night, Cox uses Kiehl's Since 1851 Eye Alert For Men ($22) on her eyes.
Neutrogena Ultra Sheer Dry-Touch Sunscreen
To protect her skin, Cox uses Neutrogena Ultra Sheer Dry-Touch Sunscreen ($16).
L'Oréal Paris Makeup Voluminous Lash Paradise Mascara
For every day makeup, she's been "living" for L'Oréal Paris Makeup Voluminous Lash Paradise Mascara ($12).
L'Oreal Paris True Match Super Blendable Compact Makeup
For her daily makeup routine, Cox uses L'Oreal Paris True Match Super Blendable Compact Makeup ($11) in shade seven on her face.
Dermacol Make-Up Cover Foundation
If a special event rolls around, Cox pulls out all stops. She uses Dermacol Make-Up Cover Foundation ($14), which stays in place all day.
Black Opal True Color Stick Foundation
She layers Black Opal True Color Stick Foundation ($10) in Heavenly Honey on top of the Dermacol foundation.
To contour, she uses the same Black Opal Stick Foundation ($10) in Hazelnut.
MAC Mineralize Skinfinish Powder
To set her face, Cox dusts on MAC Mineralize Skinfinish Powder ($34).
L'Oreal Paris Brow Stylist Kabuki Brush Crayon
To fill in her brows, Cox blends in L'Oreal Paris Brow Stylist Kabuki Brush Crayon ($7).
Anastasia Beverly Hills Tinted Brow Gel
She uses Anastasia Beverly Hills Tinted Brow Gel ($22) to tame her brows.
MAC Bronzing Powder
To enhance her contour, she chisels her face with MAC Bronzing Powder ($28).
Dior Vibrant Color Powder Blush
Cox dusts Dior Vibrant Color Powder Blush in Coral Cruise ($44) on her cheekbones to give them a natural flush.
Milk Makeup Holographic Highlighting Powder
She highlights her face with Milk's Holographic Highlighting Powder ($24).
Milk Makeup Lip Color
When it comes to lipstick, Milk Makeup Lip Color ($22) is one of her go-tos.
Bite Beauty Amuse Bouche Lipstick
She also loves Bite Beauty Amuse Bouche Lipstick ($24) because it's vegan and gluten free. "I'm gluten intolerant, and because we eat our lipstick, I have to watch out for that," she said.
Marc Anthony True Professional Hydrating Coconut Oil & Shea Butter Oil Treatment
To hydrate and promote hair growth, Cox uses Marc Anthony True Professional Hydrating Coconut Oil & Shea Butter Oil Treatment ($8) on her scalp.
Kinky Curly Curling Custard
She styles her hair with Kinky Curly Curling Custard ($28).
Hairiette Co-Wash Conditioner
She follows up with Hairiette Co-Wash Conditioner ($16), which is the hair care line of her Orange Is The New Black costar Tanya Wright.
Hicks Total Transformations Edges Styling Gel
Cox keeps her edges in place under her wigs with Hicks Total Transformations Edges Styling Gel ($14).
Chanel N°5 L'eau Eau De Toilette Spray
For fragrance, she uses Chanel N°5 L'eau Eau De Toilette Spray ($80).
Proenza Schouler Arizona Eau de Parfum
When she's after a sexier scent, she reaches for Proenza Schouler Arizona Eau de Parfum ($130).