“Look at you, now look at me!” BLACKPINK’s main rapper Lalisa Manobal is the newest global brand ambassador of MAC Cosmetics.
From being the first foreign idol to debut with YG Entertainment to being the first female K-pop star to lead the makeup brand’s international campaign, Lisa’s keeping it pretty pretty savage.
“I have always been a big fan of MAC! I like how the brand turns makeup into a form of self-expression which always gives me great confidence on stage,” the Thai rapper said at the press release. “Together with MAC, I am excited to invite and empower more audiences as we both have individuality and diversity at our core.”
After watching BLACKPINK’s “Light Up The Sky,” the K-pop sensation not only won our hearts as a natural dancing machine, but she also never failed to leave us in awe of her charming and hilarious personality. I mean, have you seen her “leveled up” version of the Thai “crab dance”? This trendsetter is not one to shy away from expressing herself and mixing things up so it’s no surprise that she caught the eye of the legendary makeup brand.
“Lisa’s unparalleled talent and bold, fashion-forward style make her the perfect match for MAC,” the brand’s Senior Vice President and Global Creative Director Drew Elliot mentioned at the press release. “Always confident and never one to shy away from risks, she embodies our commitment to individuality and self-expression above all else. We can’t wait for her fans to see what she has in store for them through our collaboration.”
According to the press release, Lisa is no stranger to the brand or afraid of experimenting with different looks. As the face of MAC’s renowned collections and key campaigns, she’ll be working closely with the brand’s makeup artists to showcase her signature looks and reveal beauty secrets to blinks and MAC fans. Check out her response to the iconic collab below:
How do you feel to be the newest brand ambassador for MAC Cosmetics?
I’m a huge fan of MAC and have been a loyal user for a long time, so it’s really a dream come true to have the opportunity to serve as an ambassador for the brand.
MAC is truly at the forefront of trendsetting, which reminds me every time I see a MAC campaign or the incredible looks their artists create backstage at fashion weeks around the world. It’s an honor to partner with [a] brand with such an incredible heritage and unrivaled expertise in [the] makeup artistry. I am thrilled and looking forward to this journey!
What was your first ever MAC product?
The first MAC product I used was a lip product. I’m still a huge fan of MAC’s lip products and love playing around with the countless number of colors and textures to choose from to help perfect my look.
When did you realize your love for makeup? What about it do you love?
Since I was a little girl, I have always been interested in makeup and fashion. But if I had to say the time I officially fell in love with makeup, I would say that was after my debut. When we release a new album or when I’m on set for a magazine, I enjoy suggesting a makeup look that I’ve always wanted to try.
Any beauty routine/regimen you want to share?
I usually enjoy natural makeup. I like to start with a simple base and finish with a slightly bolder lip color to add some vibrance. Especially for lip makeup, I like to make an ombre lip that naturally gradates by tapping from the center of my lips!
Where do you get your color makeup inspiration?
I constantly review various [shoots], I like suggesting makeup styles that I have been eager to try. I enjoy working together with the makeup artist to finalize my look through different attempts to eventually [suit] the mood I am trying to express in the shoot.
Photo courtesy of MAC Cosmetics
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