Contributor Jordan Reid shares her beauty and style know-how to get you prepped for those seasonal events and special occasions in which you want to put your best look forward.
Did you know I used to be a competitive ice skater? It’s true. And wow, early '90s ice-skater beauty was a whole thing of its own. Let’s just say that my crimper and bedazzler were in overdrive for some time there.
It’s been a while since my Lutz jump has been in peak form, but I still love hitting the ice a couple of times a year—both because I get to impress my husband with a little twirling and because it’s such a fun activity for which to get done up. Cozy sweaters! Rosy cheeks! Noncrimped hair! So today, let’s talk about how to get pretty for ice skating.
Makeup
I love the look of glowing, flushed skin and barely-there makeup for ice skating.
Start with a moisturizer containing SPF (I like La Roche-Posay Anthelios 45 Ultra Light Fluid for Face) to protect against the sun’s rays, which are magnified when they bounce off of the ice.
Next add some healthy-looking color. Start with a dusting of bronzer, like L’Oréal Paris Glam Bronze Bronzing Powder, and then layer on a warm blush with a little shimmer to it. NARS Blush in Orgasm is the gold standard for a natural flush.
On the eyes, try smudging a golden brown liner into your lash lines. Try: MAC Eye Kohl in Powersurge. Top it off with a high-wattage mascara, like L’Oréal Paris Extra-Volume Collagen Mascara, which contains hydra-collagen for maximizing volume without clumping or flaking.
Finish with a sheer, dewy gloss. I love Giorgio Armani Gloss d’Armani in 515, a perfect rosy shade that looks especially pretty on slightly paler skin tones like my own.
Hair
For outdoor sports, it’s all about the ponytail. A twist on the traditional look that works even if you’re wearing a beanie is a side ponytail.
Start by blow-drying hair smooth. Then apply a small amount of anti-frizz serum to the lower two-thirds of your strands. Use a 1-inch barrel iron to curl small sections, curling in different directions for the most natural effect. Sweep hair to one side and secure it with an elastic. Pull a few tendrils out around your face to give the style some softness. Finish with a misting of flexible-hold hair spray.
Dress
You know, there’s a lot to be said for a hat with a pom-pom on top. In my book, it’s a must-own. Pair your knit cap with matching gloves or mittens and a cozy sweater in a bright color. Then pull on fantastic denims with a little stretch, because theoretically you’re exercising and you’re ready to get moving. Or falling. Whichever.
Photo (clockwise from upper left): Jordan Reid (courtesy of Reid); J.Crew Collection cashmere boyfriend sweater; Walmart 2-Piece Hearts and Stripes beanie and mitten set; Glacier Jackson 520 ice skates
Aimet
March 31, 2013
Glad they enjoyed their class. Didn’t rzieale it was starting already.1. Eric only annoyed me once during the night (after the sleep study was rescheduled)2. My parents will be here in 4 days3. Kids were good while Eric was taking Jenna back to her Mother and during the Packers game (meaning I actually got to watch part of it)4. Packers one (yeah, I’m using it too!)5. New fitness classes start this week. Step class, here I come!
Jordan Reid
January 7, 2013
sometimes i liked to mix it up (evidence: http://ramshackleglam.com/blog/beauty-tips/winter-date-day-ice-skating-plus-a-giveaway/) but the scrunchie was most definitely always present
Grace Gold
January 6, 2013
So cool Jordan – I’m another Makeup.com contributor who was a competitive figure skater int he 90s! Did your skating skirt colors and patterns match your srunchie too?!