Kelly Rowland graces the upcoming issue of "Essence" magazine alongside Patti LaBelle, Wendy Raquel Robinson, Venus L. Williams and Nancy Wilson.
Here's her candid interviw on being Essence's pick for 'ageless beauty in their twenties':Kelly Rowland 25The singer–actress lives by a low-key regimen that lets her natural beauty shine.
OUTER BEAUTY: “I like to play around with my look and change my hairstyle daily. I’m also obsessed with skin care because I don’t like to wear makeup when I’m not working; it’s really nice to have clear skin.”
INNER BEAUTY: “I feel most beautiful when I can just be me. At 25, I’m more at ease with who I am. At this age I feel like, ‘This is me, this is life. I’ve arrived.’ It’s really cool.”
Beauty Must-Haves
The solo star shares her secrets for glowing skin, gorgeous hair and good health.
Skin care: “I love Natura Bissé skin-care products, especially the Sun Defense Oil-Free SPF 30 ($90, naturabissé.es), which keeps my skin protected.”
Diet: “I only shop organic—fruits, vegetables, poultry and meats.”"
Fitness: “I do a mix of cardio—the treadmill and stationary bike—and weight training.”
Hair: “I condition with Dark and Lovely Moisture Seal Leave-In Styling Mist (about $4, mass retailers).”
WENDY RAQUEL ROBINSON
The star of the CW’s The Game says she wouldn’t trade her 39 years for 25, even if you paid her.
OUTER BEAUTY: “I am celebrating everything that’s beautiful about me. I swear by monthly facials. I take vitamins because my energy level just isn’t the same without them. I also need plenty of sleep.”
INNER BEAUTY: “It’s the self-acceptance that I’ve gathered from age, maturity, even from marriage, that has contributed to my feeling beautiful.”
SKIN CARE: “My regimen starts with Neutrogena Clear Pore Cleanser/Mask (about $7, mass retailers) and DeLord Skin Care Daily Facial Shampoo ($29, delordskincare.com).”
DIET: “I exclude pork and beef as well as fried and greasy foods. I avoid eating heavy after 8 p.m. to prevent unnecessary weight gain.”
FITNESS: “I take dance classes on the weekends and work out about three times a week.”
HAIR: “I make sure to have my ends trimmed regularly and treat my hair to deep conditioners.”
VANESSA WILLIAMS
This multitalented mother of four and former beauty queen continues to defy all notions of aging.
OUTER BEAUTY: “Ninety percent of my beauty routine is working up a sweat and eating well-balanced meals. The other 10 percent is protecting my skin from aging prematurely due to sun exposure.”
INNER BEAUTY: “I don’t wake up every morning trying to be beautiful. I’m older and wiser, so I realize that I’m enough. Ultimately, I’m in charge of my happiness.”
Skin care: “To keep my skin clear, I’ve been using Proactiv Solution (for more information, visit proactiv.com) for years.”
Diet: “I try to eat fresh fruits, vegetables and lean proteins. I limit my sugar, starch and fried-food consumption.”
Fitness: “I’m a yoga and Pilates fanatic.”Hair: “I use PhytoSpecific Relaxer ($60, 877-SPECIFIC), a natural-based, chemical-free relaxer. It makes my hair feel great.”
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