As a supermodel who has been modelling since her teens—and for big name publications in the vein of Vogue US, W Magazine as well as Dazed and Confused—it comes as no surprise that Arizona Muse sees the industry for what it truly is: rife with potential to do some good. In 2021, she started Dirt Charity, an organisation which centers on the education of farmers to produce biodynamic textiles. The end goal? The proliferation of compostable clothing that nourishes the earth’s soil instead of polluting it. In 2026, she continues her efforts whilst also expanding into the skincare space as the first-ever global CSR advocate for French beauty giant, Clarins. We sit down with Arizona Muse herself to find out more on her new position, while also delving into what the secrets behind her timeless beauty regime: from what is on her make-up vanity to the hair hack that has her transformed her mane.
The candles by my bedside table
Ferm Living Ura and Karinu raw terracotta candles. They’re so handmade-looking and make me think fondly of primitive, grounded living on the land.
An anti-ageing skincare tip that should be talked about more
Wear a hat, sleep as much as you can and never get dehydrated.
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The wellness must-haves that get me in the right headspace before a big job
Hydration salts are important for me. I take them about once or twice a week and I feel more balanced in my appetite, and my hands and lips don’t feel as dry.
My ultimate skincare essentials
The Clarins Double Serum, de Mamiel Restorative Cleansing Balm and the Reome Active Recovery Broth.
A hair hack that has changed my routine for the better
I always wear a light texturising product in my hair. I love the Davines More Inside This is a Strong Moulding Clay. It comes in a beautiful tin instead of a plastic bottle, which makes a big difference to me.
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What excites me about my partnership with Clarins
I love that Clarins is focusing so intently on how they grow their plant ingredients. It’s impressive that Clarins owns two farms where they practise regenerative agriculture and that they also work with farms all around the world to source organic, high-quality ingredients for our faces and bodies. It’s the kind of care and integrity the beauty industry needs more of.
A surprising environmental-related fact I want more people to know about
That all animals—birds, insects and humans—are toxified by human activity. We all have tiny and large plastic particles in our bodies and digestive systems because of pollution. It’s a heartbreaking reality. It’s important not to litter, to stop using plastic products whenever possible and to remember that even ‘reusable’ plastics eventually end up as waste.
My signature fragrance
Etat Libre d’Orange’s Une Amourette Roland Mouret for its clean, spiced wood scent.
Five make-up holy grails I can’t live without
The YSL Beauty Lines Liberated Waterproof Eye Pencil in 02 Brown because it has a soft, melty texture; Clarins Wonder Perfect Mascara 4D for its perfect consistency; Merit Beauty’s new Flush Balm for its beautiful colour range; Nailberry nail polish for its Earth-friendly, long- lasting, fast-drying formula; and Chubby Chap Tupelo Honey lip balm—it really works!
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The secret behind my bold brows
I pluck them a tiny bit underneath and dye them once every three weeks to enrich the colour. I prefer doing this to pencilling them in. They look more natural and it’s less time-consuming.
A phrase that resonates deeply with me
Take perspective before you act. I believe that when we pause to see the bigger picture across time, people and ecosystems, we make wiser, kinder, more encompassing decisions.
My beauty philosophy
Now, it is all about self-care and kindness. It used to be a narrative of self-punishment and meanness; I was my own worst enemy. I’m so glad I’ve changed that. Now I can call myself my best friend and it’s a better way to live.
This story appears in Vogue Singapore’s December ‘Beguiling’ issue, available online.
