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They’re dominating and looking flawless while doing it
Olympians, they’re just like us! OK, maybe they’re not just like us, but it turns out they get their beauty products from Sephora, Amazon and Target just like us. While we may never be able to flawlessly execute a Yurchenko double pike (AKA the Biles II) on the vault like Simone Biles, we can stock up on some of her favorite beauty products. Here are details on some of the best makeup, skin care and hair care products, as seen on gold-medal-winning Olympic gymnasts Biles, Suni Lee and Jordan Chiles.
In this article: LANEIGE Lip Sleeping Mask Intense Hydration with Vitamin C, Benefit Cosmetics Precisely, My Brow Detailer Microfine Waterproof Eyebrow Pencil and L’Oreal Paris Infallible 3-Second Up to 36HR Wear Setting Spray
What to know about the Olympic gymnasts’ beauty routines
There’s no doubt about it: It takes a ton of hard work, dedication and a sprinkle of natural talent to compete at the level of Olympic gymnasts. And while many of us have been in awe of their gravity-defying physical accomplishments in the 2024 Olympic Games held in Paris, we also couldn’t help but notice that their impressive glam seemed to do the impossible too: stay perfectly in place despite sweating, flipping and tumbling for long hours. So, we had to ask, exactly which beauty products do the Olympic gymnastics legends keep stocked in their cosmetic bags?
It turns out the gymnasts use beauty products that work as hard as they do. Some of their favorites include a green tea- and sunflower seed oil-infused sunscreen that gives your face a dewy glow, a cult-favorite matte bronzer and a precision eyebrow pencil that stays put while you sweat. Biles and Chiles even apply lip products from a BestReviews-approved skin care brand: LANEIGE. We’ve tested both Biles’ balm and Chiles’ overnight mask, and we can confirm they’re worthy of a top spot on your vanity.
Biles has even GRWM (get ready with me) videos on TikTok detailing the full scope of her pre-competition makeup routines. Prior to competing in the all-around finals, Biles recorded a GRWM TikTok highlighting the makeup products she toted to the Paris Olympics. She shared some unique tips, such as the fact that she uses bronzer as eyeshadow and that she seals her final makeup look with not one, but two different setting sprays.
Best Olympic gymnast-approved beauty products
Biles applied this lightweight, moisture-rich balm ahead of a recent competition to keep her pout in top shape. We’re also fans of the product that’s formulated with murumuru butter and shea butter to provide hydration and lock in moisture. We especially love that it comes in a variety of delicious scents, including berry, peach, grapefruit and gummy bear.
L’Oreal Paris Infallible 3-Second Up to 36HR Wear Setting Spray
In a recent Instagram share, Lee showed off this long-wearing makeup setting spray, which she uses to keep her glam flawlessly in place. The aerosol spray is lightweight and breathable, and it dries instantly to help makeup stay put for up to 36 hours.
Benefit Cosmetics Precisely, My Brow Detailer Microfine Waterproof Eyebrow Pencil
In her GRWM TikTok, Biles touched up her eyebrows with this defining eyebrow pencil, which has a built-in spoolie on the other end for blending. The product is long-wearing and waterproof, which surely comes in handy while performing powerful tumbling passes on the floor exercise.
LANEIGE Lip Sleeping Mask Intense Hydration with Vitamin C
In an interview with Self, Chiles revealed she keeps her lips hydrated with this overnight sleeping mask. We’re fans of this moisturizing product formulated with murumuru seed butter, shea butter and coconut oil too.
KISS Salon X-tend Press-On Nails
As a brand ambassador for KISS, Lee makes sure her manicure is always in top shape. For the Paris Olympics, she picked this medium-length French design called Pure. The manicure kit includes an LED lamp, which cures the flexible soft-gel press-ons in minutes.
Benefit Cosmetics Hoola Matte Powder Bronzer
Biles has a unique use for this cult-favorite bronzer: She uses it as an eyeshadow. The silky-soft, blendable powder, which is available in four shades, leaves a matte finish.
Biles serves as a brand ambassador for this biotech-engineered hair oil, which works to repair hair damage that causes frizz, strengthen hair and improve shine. The product also works as a heat protectant that can shield hair from damage at up to 450 degrees Fahrenheit.
Milani Highly Rated Anti-Gravity Mascara
As a member of Milani Cosmetics’ new campaign featuring U.S. athletes, Chiles has a slew of the brand’s products in her makeup kit. Her mascara of choice is this aptly monikered “anti-gravity” formula, which is infused with castor oil and applies without clumping or smudging.
Tarte Maracuja Creaseless Concealer
When you’re preparing for international cameras to zoom in on your face, you want a concealer that stays in place without smearing or creasing. For her on-camera moments, Biles relies on this vegan, full-coverage product, which is powered by vitamin-C-rich maracuja to help promote brighter, firmer and smoother-looking skin.
Innisfree Daily UV Defense Invisible Broad Spectrum SPF 36 Sunscreen
Lee told Allure she uses this sunscreen because, “it’s super lightweight and doesn’t leave a white cast.” The product is infused with green tea and sunflower seed oil to help give your skin a fresh, dewy glow.
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