How to Do Lady Gaga’s Skincare Routine

Could her own skincare line be next?

Author:
Michelle Villett
Publish date:
Jan 31, 2022

Lady Gaga is as well-known for her bold, dramatic makeup looks as she is for her music. But underneath all that glam, you might be surprised to discover that her complexion is actually flawless.

In fact, her longtime makeup artist, Sarah Tanno, says that the 35-year-old “has the most incredible skin in the business.”^[1] (And she would know, having also worked with clients like Gigi Hadid, Kate Bosworth and Dakota Johnson.)

“[The] first step to good makeup is skincare,” Lady Gaga recently explained on Instagram.^[2] “I believe almost all skin problems are caused by disruption of skin barrier and microbiome. My trick is to use solutions that balance my skin by interrupting any inflammation caused by free radicals or products. So... I use products I develop... exclusively for me.”

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Wait—was that a hint? It sounds like her two-year-old makeup line, Haus Laboratories, may soon expand into skincare. After all, the initial trademark application included everything from facial cleansers to deodorant.

Until that happens, here’s what we know about her routine, thanks to both Tanno and Lady Gaga herself.

Lady Gaga’s Skincare Routine (At a Glance)


Cleanser	Embryolisse
Serum	Ole Henriksen
Moisturizers	Embryolisse • By Terry
Face oil	Vintner’s Daughter
Sunscreen	Supergoop!
Lip balm	Sisley Paris
Sheet masks	Talika • Talika • Talika
Eye mask	Talika

Her Morning Skincare Routine

1. Serum

Ole Henriksen Truth Serum: “I love Ole Henriksen Truth Serum because it really boosts a nice, healthy glow. I press it into [Lady Gaga’s] skin with [a sonic infusion device] to really help it absorb.” — Sarah Tanno

2. Moisturizers

Embryolisse Lait-Creme Concentre — Embryolisse Lait-Crème Concentré

Embryolisse Lait-Crème Concentré: “My trusty moisturizer of choice has always been Embryolisse. It’s perfect for makeup prep and even works on the most sensitive skin. I always keep this in tow and in-flight.” — Sarah Tanno

By Terry Baume de Rose Face Cream: “I use that all over [Lady Gaga’s] face for a more dewy look.” — Sarah Tanno

3. Face Oil

Vintner’s Daughter Active Botanical Serum: “Sometimes face oils don’t absorb into the skin and they become sticky. But this one really absorbs so nicely and evens skin tone so well that I sometimes skip the moisturizer [on Lady Gaga]—I really don’t have to use much else.” — Sarah Tanno

4. Sunscreen

Supergoop! Unseen Sunscreen SPF 40: “The sunscreen to end all sunscreens.”

5. Lip Balm

Sisley Paris Nutritive Lip Balm: “Before any look, I really like to exfoliate the lips. If you don’t have a tool to do that, a tongue scraper works really well. After that, I’ll add on Sisley Nutritive Lip Balm. It’s my ride or die—I can’t live without it.” — Sarah Tanno

Her Nighttime Skincare Routine

1. Cleanser

Embryolisse Lait-Crème Concentré: “Embryolisse cream. I’m kind of old-school. I put it all over my face and just wipe it off.”

Her Skincare Treatments

Sheet Masks

Talika Bio Enzymes Hydrating Mask: “They have one for everything you need. I love to give the hydrating one to her on a flight to keep the skin hydrated.” — Sarah Tanno

Talika Bio Enzymes Anti-Aging Mask: “The anti-aging one is great for makeup prep because it tightens the pores and leaves the skin really smooth for application.” — Sarah Tanno

Talika Bio Enzymes Purifying Mask: “They have a purifying one I like after we do a show to help detox [Lady Gaga’s] skin after heavier looks and sweating on stage.” — Sarah Tanno

Eye Mask

Talika Eye Therapy Patch: “They also have my favourite eye patches to relieve any puffiness.” — Sarah Tanno

Microcurrent Facials

Joomee Song: “I love this microcurrent facial. There are actually two attachments—one goes on the aesthetician, and then one goes on you. The electricity flows through both of our bodies at the same time to lift the muscles. It’s also a stress reliever, which for me means less pain because my pain is neuropathic.”

Her Diet, Exercise and Lifestyle

Diet

“I’m on a very strict healthy pop star diet. I don’t eat bread, just vegetables and salad and fish. Eating like that is much better for me anyway but on Sundays I sometimes eat pasta. Sundays used to be the day my family would always make fresh food at home. So sometimes I like to let myself eat what I want on a Sunday.”

Exercise

“Gyrotonics. It’s like a very advanced form of Pilates, and it looks like a medieval torture device. I do 35 pounds on each leg. It keeps you strong, long, and lean. That’s basically all I do. Well, that and dancing.”