Cristina Cordula shares the cooling skincare trick behind her youthful, radiant skin

Cristina Cordula’s Age-Defying Secret: Cool, Radiant Skin

Let’s be honest: in the world of glamour and style, time often seems to treat some people with a gentle hand, but in Cristina Cordula’s case, it must have taken a holiday and never come back. The radiant Brazilian-French model and TV makeover queen has barely changed since her rise to stardom on the catwalks of the 1980s. Her iconic short crop, striking features, and sparkling complexion remain utterly recognisable—and enviably fresh.

While good genes may play a part (as if we needed one more reason to envy her), Cristina makes it clear she doesn’t rely on nature alone. She’s passionate about taking care of her skin meticulously and shared the full details of her beauty routine—and one delightfully simple, chilly trick—during a recent interview.

The Daily Ritual: Cristina’s No-Secrets Beauty Regimen

At 57, Cristina’s approach to self-care isn’t about smoke and mirrors—she’s fully transparent (well, except when she’s getting rid of undereye circles, but we’ll get to that!). In her interview with Gala, Cristina revealed every product and step in her daily routine. After her morning shower, she reaches for two cult-favourite products:

• Caudalie’s famous Beauty Elixir (Eau de Beauté en français)
• The Serum by Augustinus Bader

But that’s not all. Cristina adapts her regimen to the climate. During summer, if she’s in a humid country, she sticks to just the serum—simplicity is sometimes divine. Otherwise, she adds The Cream (also Augustinus Bader) for extra nourishment. Eye care isn’t neglected either: she relies on The Eye Cream, again from Augustinus Bader, to soothe that delicate area.

To top it off, whether it’s summer or winter, Cristina finishes with a misting of La Roche-Posay’s SFP50 Anthelios anti-shine spray. This practical move helps protect her skin from both the sun’s rays and blue light—perfect for modern life, where screens are never far away.

The Fridge Trick: Chilled Creams for Lasting Glow

Cristina doesn’t keep all her beauty secrets under lock and key. In fact, her most effective tip is as easy as opening the fridge. “I have a secret: I leave my creams in the fridge because (when cold), they improve circulation,” she confided. Not only does this trick sound refreshingly simple, but it’s also scientifically valid.

The benefit of applying cold creams doesn’t stop at circulation:

• It firms and tones the skin, lending it anti-aging, anti-wrinkle benefits.
• The immediate effect is plumper, more lifted features—the kind of result anyone can appreciate when they look in the mirror after a chilly application.

This method is especially great for the eye area. Stow your eye cream in the fridge and dab it on in the morning to reduce puffiness instantly. As Cristina points out, the cold works wonders to decongest that zone, making “swollen eyes” vanish before your coffee kicks in. Plus, those fresh textures just feel wonderful in the summer heat—sometimes skincare is a treat for your senses as much as your skin. Yes, science can be a pleasure!

Banishing Tired Eyes: Cristina’s Brightening Solution

The queen of makeovers doesn’t simply rely on serums and cold creams; she’s also got a makeup ace up her sleeve for those infamous dark circles. Cristina shared with Gala her go-to strategy for looking awake and vibrant: “I erase my dark circles with my Magnifaik concealer (my own beauty brand, coming soon),” she revealed. The logic is simple—“To have a radiant complexion, you need to erase your circles, otherwise you’ll look tired.”

Cristina is candid about her own makeup needs, explaining, “My circles are very pronounced because I’m Brazilian and have tanned skin.” This authenticity is part of her charm—as is her willingness to share every step of her rejuvenating toolkit.

Takeaway: Sometimes, Magic is in the Fridge

So, what’s behind Cristina Cordula’s timeless glow? Smart skincare, consistent sun protection, and a pinch of fridge-inspired ingenuity. She’s living proof that a chilled cream can be transformative, immediate, and enjoyable. The next time you reach for your moisturiser or eye cream, consider giving it a little holiday in the fridge—your skin might just throw you a thank-you party. And if anyone asks, just say you’re following in the footsteps of a runway legend!