Amber Glen is a study in patience and perseverance.
The 2023-24 season got off to a tough start, with a collision with a fellow skater forcing him to withdraw from several events earlier in the season, followed by a disappointing short program at the 2023 Grand Prix of Espoo in Finland. Despite the results, Glenn finally won the championship. She won her first gold medal at the U.S. Women’s Figure Skating Championships in January. The 24-year-old is the first openly queer woman to reach the highest ranking in American figure skating.
She also spoke candidly about her struggle with keratosis pilaris (KP). Keratosis pilaris (KP) is a skin disease characterized by dry, rough patches and small bumps on the skin, typically affecting the arms, legs, and buttocks, and can cause an experienced lack of confidence. He also talks candidly about hitting. of the state. “As figure skaters, we have to express ourselves in a certain way. We have to look almost like a model,” says Glenn. women’s health. “So when your skin becomes irritated, it can make you feel anxious, especially when you’re on TV and everyone’s watching. Having KP or dry skin can hurt your confidence and affect your performance. there is.”
That’s why Glenn has partnered with Amlactin, a drugstore flagship company developing solutions for a myriad of skin conditions, including KP. We caught up with Champion at Wollman Rink in New York City’s Central Park to learn about the products she uses to treat KP, her current favorite drugstore mascara, and why she wouldn’t ice without it. We spoke to her about her beauty habits, including why she can’t ride. she is wearing perfume.
women’s health: Are there any beauty issues that figure skaters are dealing with that people aren’t aware of?
amber glen: Admittedly, I have dealt with keratosis pilaris quite a bit. Swimmers are always in the water, track and field athletes are always in the heat, but we are always in the cold. However, you also sweat, which puts a lot of stress on your body.
W.H.: Is there a regimen that has helped your KP?
A.G.: I shower frequently, so I make sure to use a specific soap with a low pH. Sweaty and cold, sweaty and cold. I use Amlactin KP Bumps Be Gone on my arms and then I usually use Intensive Healing Lotion on my elbows and knees.
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W.H.: Make-up is a big part of your sport, are you good at it even off the ice?
A.G.: absolutely. I discovered this movie when I was very young, so I was interested in it from an early age. Trying new brands and new products has always been a part of my life. It’s part of my everyday life.
W.H.: Do you have any makeup products that you currently use??
A.G.: I use L’Oréal Paris Waterproof Telescopic Mascara, which is sold at drugstores. I grew up in a low to middle income family in Texas, so I keep it real and keep it simple.
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WH: Are you a skincare minimalist or maximalist?
A.G.: That’s exactly what a minimalist is. I tend to have very sensitive skin, so it’s important for me to keep my skin moisturized. I use a face wash in the shower, apply a little moisturizer, and then use a moisturizing toner. That’s it.
W.H.: Which hair products do you prefer?
A.G.: I’m a big fan of hair masks. I love hair masks. My hair tends to get tangled when I sweat, so I have to wash it frequently. I used Pantene Miracle Rescue Intense Rescue Shot. Also perfect for traveling. There’s no need to bring anything big.
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W.H.: Are you a fragrance fan?
A.G.: Me too, it’s very funny because in sports you don’t really think about it, but skaters get very close to the judges during competitions, so they don’t want to stink. They come up to me and talk to me, so I always make sure that their breath smells good and that I smell good. I can’t always put my costumes in the washing machine, so I always wear perfume on the ice. My current favorite is YSL Beauty’s Black Opium. I also love her Dossier fragrance. It’s a cheap copy of a popular scent.
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Brian Underwood is the Beauty Director at Women’s Health. He is an award-winning journalist with over 15 years of experience covering beauty and lifestyle for multiple national media outlets, and previously served as Director of Beauty and Wellness at Oprah Daily. His work has appeared in Woman’s Day, Life & Style Weekly, Good Housekeeping, and more. He also serves on the Skin Cancer Foundation’s Celebration Committee and lives in New York City with his daughter.