TYW: Are there any makeup brands or products you swear by when doing your work? What makes them your go-to?

Filomena: I’ve done so many interviews, and I always say Chanel Baume Essentiel. It’s still at the top of my list.

I love the healthy, humid luminosity it gives the skin — it’s so glorious. Chanel Beauty in general is at the top of my list, of course.

Traditional pencil lip liners come next. I can create a full look on the go with just lip liners if I need to.

Right now, I’m obsessed with the It’s All Fluff lip blending tool — it has a bouncy synthetic tip that lets you blur lip colour for a natural effect.

In terms of brands, I really love what Merit Beauty is doing. It really speaks to the modern woman and aligns with my personal aesthetic.

TYW: What does beauty mean to you?

Filomena: To me, it’s expression, transformation, joy, individuality, precision — and imperfection.

TYW: Do you ever let anyone else do your makeup, or do you prefer to handle it yourself?

Filomena: I did my own makeup when I got married. As for letting someone else do it — the opportunity just hasn’t presented itself! To be honest, I prefer to handle it myself. I even cut my own hair.

That said, I’m not totally closed off to the idea.

TYW: What’s your number one beauty tip?

Filomena: Prioritise your skincare.