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BEAUTY
LUISANA

GONZÁLEZ

THE DOMINICAN TAKES THE FASHION

WORLD BY STORM

NOT ONLY HAS LUISANA WALKED THE RUNWAYS
DURING FASHION WEEK—SHE IS ALSO THE NEW
FACE OF SEPHORA

ominican models are having their moment on run-
D ways all around the world. At the tender age of 22,
Luisana González modeled for Louis Vuitton, graced the
cover of Vogue Latinoamérica, and became the new face
of Sephora. The model is irrefutable proof that she and
her compatriots are here to stay and that beauty comes
in all shapes and colors. “The position that we Domini-
cans find ourselves in is very interesting. It’s a big accom-
plishment, and everything that is happening is a source
of pride for us. I can say that without a doubt we are
going to reach the biggest brands and achieve what
many models have not been able to,” she said in a con-
versation with HOLA! USA. Dedication, discipline, per-
sistence, and optimism are all necessary ingredients,
according to González, to make it to the peak of the top
model category.
After conquering the high fashion market, signing
with cosmetics giant Sephora earned her the recogni-
tion of the commercial market. “When I got confirma-
tion from Sephora, I was so excited because this opens
up a new door in my career. I know that I can work in
SHOP fashion and beauty at the same time.” Although the
HOLA.COM model doesn’t wear makeup often, she does have a
beauty routine she wouldn’t give up for the world. “I
use a scrub twice a week, and in the mornings I apply
moisturizer. I really like Beauty Elixir by Caudalie.”
Luisana admires Zoë Saldaña and Salma Hayek, and
has met important figures in the fashion world like
Nicolás Ghesquiere. “I didn’t believe it until I found
myself in Paris in front of Nicolás, and once I walked the COURTESY OF OSSYGENO MODELS; PRODUCTS, COURTESY OF THE BRANDS
runway for the first time I felt really good, proud of
TO GET LUISANA’S LOOK HOLA! USA RECOMMENDS THESE PRODUCTS: myself and of all the work that I had done to reach that
Scandaleyes Shadow Stick in Blamed Blue, by Rimmel London. Eye Liner
in 101, by Inglot. Easy Breezy Brow Fill + Shape + Define Powder Eyebrow point.” This is definitely just the beginning for Luisana
in Rich Brown, by CoverGirl. Color Harmony Blush Palette in Bronze Burst, and her Dominican model friends, who are making all
by Milani. Living Luminizer, by RMS Beauty. Nicki Minaj in The Pinkprint,
by MAC. of Latin America proud. n —MARIANA CORNEJO

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