J. Glow

The dictionary definition of hotness, JENNIFER LOPEZ turns it up with her new cosmetics line

- Kahlana Barfield Brown

When Jennifer Lopez was first breaking into Hollywood, one-dimensional executives didn’t embrace her brand of beauty. They would not so subtly suggest she lose weight or change her look, an affront to any woman, especially one who was taught to love her curves. But they didn’t know who they were dealing with: Lopez single-handedly changed the times. Desire is her currency. The world has been coveting her glow, and now with the Jennifer Lopez Inglot makeup line, they can achieve it. “It’s a true reflection of the things people know me for,” she says about the 70-piece collection that centers around her mainstays such as illuminator, bronzer, gloss, eye shadow, and mascara. “Glowy skin, neutral shades, glitters—it’s all the fun stuff I loved growing up and that I still love.”

Who was your biggest beauty influence?

Since we’re talking makeup, I think the person who most comes to mind is Kevyn Aucoin. He was one of my first makeup artists, and a total legend. He transformed faces but at the same time never took himself too seriously. He liked to say, “Play with it—it’s just makeup.” He’s the reason I’ve never been afraid to try all kinds of looks, whether they’re inspired by what I’m wearing or by my emotions. You can do all kinds of crazy things and then wash it off and start over.

How did you feel about your looks growing up?