Top Beauty Products Used on the Stars of ‘The White Lotus’, Season Three

Seductive and surprising, The White Lotus returns with beauty looks to die for. Season three’s five-star sanctuary in Thailand is exotic, luxurious, and humid.

Styling effortless makeup and dewy skin in a tropical climate was no vacation. However, the show’s talented makeup department head, Emmy nominated Rebecca Hickey, worked miracles.

Sumptuous scenes are highlighted by au naturel radiance and exquisite aesthetics. Hickey designed the first two seasons of The White Lotus and says this is her favorite. We can see why. She details her preferred products on Instagram, from easy breezy daytime flair to subtle evening glam. And we’re sharing standouts as sizzling as the storyline.

Behind The Scenes Skincare and Makeup Go-Tos

Premium skincare set the stage for no makeup makeup. Mother Science’s groundbreaking Molecular Hero Serum brightened and tightened with a 10x more powerful antioxidant than vitamin C. And cult classic Vintner’s Daughter Active Botanical Serum enriched complexions via powerhouse botanicals and a proprietary Phyto Radiance Infusion technology.

Every actress donned MAKE Beauty’s Lash Prototype Mascara. “It adds so much volume but never smudges, which would have been a disaster with the scorching temps of Thailand,” Hickey tells Who What Wear. We needed a mascara to add volume and length without budging and this mascara was the perfect fit for filming.”

Suncare protection is always important, especially in Thailand’s blazing sun. And the excessive heat along with the humidity prompted frequent applications. A top pick, EltaMD’s UV Clear SPF 46 created a strong base for everyone sans breakouts or irritation. As the premiere sunscreen recommended by dermatologists and esteemed professionals, EltaMD is dedicated to skin health. Natural zinc oxide shields harmful rays and the formula blends in sheer while absorbing quickly for a smooth finish.

On-trend Vacation SPF sprays gave extra protection, favored as a spritz over makeup. With a lightweight formula that visibly firmed almost instantly, Undaria Collagen Body Lotion from OSEA Malibu perfumed bodies with a citrusy cypress scent.

Celebrity-loved Epicuren was also a popular choice. Leslie Bibb, who portrays blonde bombshell Kate, says the Soothe Dermal Repair Balm “heals everything, it’s magic in a little jar.”

Instead of layering excessive products that could melt in sweltering temps, The White Lotus makeup team used ice packs, fans, and wet towels to keep the cast cool, makeup fresh, and plot aglow.

“There’s an intentionality behind every beauty choice, even in how the characters’ makeup aligns with their personalities and social status,” Hickey revealed to Bustle.

Chelsea’s Look / Aimee Lou Wood

Aimee Lou Wood’s makeup matched her friendly and spirited role. Hickey chose Tower 28’s BeachPlease Cream Blush in After Hours for a sun-kissed berry brilliance. This long-wearing formula is made for cheeks, lips, and a flawless finish.

Tarte’s Quick Stick Waterproof Shadow & Liner accentuated Wood’s doe eyes. The 2-in-1 wonder defines in 30 seconds and feels silky soft. Plus, vitamin E, Amazonian clay, and mineral pigments nurture sensitive derma.

Hydrating lip balms are essential in sunny settings, and Wood puckered up with Maybelline’s Baby Lips in Quenched. This transparent moisturizer glides on for smoother smooches.

Belinda’s Look / Natasha Rothwell

Returning from the past two seasons, Natasha Rothwell’s Belinda is a breath of fresh air. Her lustrous appearance was enhanced by May Lindstrom’s Youth Dew Hydrating Facial Serum (a balancing, plumping, and regenerating plant-powered elixir) and deeply energizing, fine line reducing Medika8’s C-Tetra Day Cream.

Her barely there makeup was courtesy of Pat McGrath Labs mesmerizing Sublime Perfection Foundation in Medium Deep; NARS seamless Radiant Creamy Color Corrector; and Fenty Beauty’s Match Stix Matte Skinstick in Espresso. (Made for contouring and layering, Rihanna’s yummy go-to is Truffle.)

Rothwell’s luscious lips flaunted a Lawless Beauty Forget the Filler Lip-Plumping Line-Smoothing Tinted Lip Balm in Georgie (taupe nude), infused with shea butter, rosehip, jojoba seed oil, and fabulousness.

Jaclyn’s Look / Michelle Monaghan

Dazzling Michelle Monaghan allures as Hollywood starlet Jaclyn. Celebrity esthetician Shani Darden’s plumping Hydration Peptide Cream drenched skin with peptides, squalene, vitamin B3, and optimal replenishment. U Beauty’s The Super Hydrator locked in max moisture for a fresh-faced visage.

A trio of Ciele Cosmetics boosted Monaghan’s luster: Tint & Protect SPF 50+ Tinted Serum Foundation in Medium—a velvety skincare and makeup hybrid that won’t clog pores; hydrating Blush & Protect SPF 50+ Liquid Cheek Blush Paint in warm nude Kirsty; and dreamy Filter & Protect SPF 30+ Finishing & Setting Powder.

Her wistful eyes were lined by Charlotte Tilbury’s Colour Chameleon Eyeshadow Pencil in Dark Pearls glittery glimmer, and emphasized with a lovable Liquid Powder Chromatic Eye Tint from ILIA Beauty.

Amrita’s Look / Shalini Peiris

Wellness guru Amrita, played by Shalini Peiris, dons makeup gems that refine her ethereal look. REFY Beauty’s sensational Brow Tint Eyebrow Gel in Deep Brown added texture, tint, and hold. Glossier Cloud Paint bronzed her cheekbones in a “lit-from-within” glow; available in 11 pretty pigments, this buildable blush enchants.

Chanel’s Stylo Yeux Waterproof Long-Lasting Eyeliner defined Amrita’s ‘windows to the soul’ and endured humid conditions with elegant ease.

Haus Labs Triclone Skin Tech Medium Coverage Foundation in Medium Warm perfected her divine complexion. Made with a proprietary blend of fermented arnica and 20+ skin-loving ingredients, Lady Gaga’s multi-award winner heartens “Born This Way” grace.

Victoria’s Look / Parker Posey

The legendary Parker Posey as Victoria is polished yet casual. Always seen in a tinted lip, her Southern charm is anything but simple. “Parker actually would bring in her own discontinued Chanel 817 Rouge Selen lipstick to the set, and that’s what became her signature look,” says Hickey.

Posey also smiled in MAKE Beauty Cream Supreme High Impact Lipstick’s rosy nude shade Equilibrium. And her saucy quips were glossed by Merit Beauty’s Shade Slick Tinted Lip Oil in Pink Beet.

Southeast Asian Inspiration

Yearning for a high dose of Thailand’s mesmerizing Southeast Asian beauty rituals without a passport? Invite Juara into your regimen for The White Lotus inspired indulgence.

Based on time-honored Southeast Asian wisdom, Juara embodies similar elements seen in this season’s tantalizing retreat. Both Thai and Balinese traditions believe self-care is a spiritual practice where body, mind, and soul unite…and what you apply is as important as how.

Rich botanicals in Juara prove nature is the ultimate healer. From ginger, coffee, and tamarind to avocado, turmeric, and candlenut, these Southeast Asian treasures balance, restore, and enliven both skin and well-being.

Bestsellers include ultra nourishing Candlenut Body Creme, exfoliating Radiance Enzyme Scrub, anti-aging Miracle Tea Eye Creme, illuminating Candlenut Glow Body Oil, and purifying Rice Facial Cleanser. Covet-worthy aromatherapy infuses every product and beckons a lavish respite at home.

“A world without beauty is not a world I want to live in.” - Jennifer Coolidge as Tanya McQuoid-Hunt, The White Lotus Season Two