Congresswoman Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez shares guide to skincare

Looking bright and cheerful in a video she appeared in recently, Congresswoman Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez talks about her skincare and makeup regime, along with the signature red lip that she is known for in her public appearances. Ocasio-Cortez applies her toner, vitamin C serum, moisturizer, saying she frequently receives questions on social media about her skin care routine and makeup and said that travelling between Washington, D.C., and her New York City district takes “a huge toll on your skin.” “The reason why I think it’s so important to share these things is that, first of all, femininity has power, and, in politics, there is so much criticism and nitpicking about how women and femme people present ourselves. She urges her viewers not to “play games with sunscreen -- you’d always put too much than too little.” Her work involves extensive travel which also takes a huge toll on the skin so she puts on a moisturizing mask when she’s in the train but she also ensures to carry her skincare products with her. “I will wear a red lip when I want confidence, when I need a boost of confidence.” “Our culture is so predicated on diminishing women, and kind of preying on our self-esteem, and so it’s quite a radical act, and it’s almost like a mini protest to love yourself in a society that’s always trying to tell you you’re not the right weight, you’re not the right colour, you’re not the right whatever it is. 😉” “Let’s go seize the day and find the power,” AOC adds cheerfully ending the skincare video.