Beauty secrets: 5 minutes with top model Ming Xi
Joanne Lam
Chinese model Ming Xi is a darling of the fashion world. She was hand-picked by Riccardo Tisci to take part in Givenchy’s couture show in 2010 – a first for a Chinese model – and has since taken the world by storm, gracing the runway for Chanel, Dior, Versace, Elie Saab and more.
She sits down with STYLE to reveal her beauty tips and beauty routine.
Q: You’ve just returned from the Paris Haute Couture Week. How do you keep you complexion so fresh?
A: I slept all the way [from Paris to Hong Kong] … and I used three face masks this morning.
Q: What type of face masks do you prefer?
A: I use all types– whitening, clay, cream etc. I try to put on a cream mask every morning. After long flights, I use a whitening mask. It helps you look more refreshed after travelling.
Q: What is your must-have beauty product?
A: Besides basic products like a cleanser, toner and moisturiser, it really is a face mask. I put one on every morning before I use other skincare products.
Q: What is the craziest or most extreme skin care tip you’ve ever heard?
A: I have a friend who is quite extreme. She puts moisturiser on her face over and over again. She does it as often as she can [to help her skin stay hydrated and refreshed]. I only really do that on a plane because it’s so dry.
Q: Talk us through your beauty routine if you only had 5 minutes to get ready.
A: I’d start with my eyes: curling my lashes and putting on mascara. I’d then colour my eyebrows – it makes a big difference and I don’t think anyone has perfect eyebrows. After that, I’d just put some concealer [under my eyes] and apply some blush.