Aisha Dee on inclusivity, beauty philosophies and what she’ll do next
Australian actor Aisha Dee has been announced as the first Australia and New Zealand brand ambassador for luxury French beauty house, Lancôme.
For Dee, who has carved out a name for herself both locally and internationally with roles in shows such as The Bold Type and Safe Home, joining a brand that aligns with her own values around beauty, empowerment and positivity is an honour.
Lancôme Brand Director, Louise Voyage says the partnership represents an evolution for Lancôme.
"Aisha represents the epitome of modern beauty—confident, independent, and unapologetically herself. With her strong voice and immense influence, Aisha embodies the essence of a young and progressive audience,” she says.
“This collaboration with Aisha marks an exciting turning point for Lancôme as we evolve to embrace the changing dynamics of beauty, redefine our narratives, and empower individuals to embrace their unique beauty.”
Dee’s first project in the partnership is for the newly launched reformulation of Lancôme's Teint Idôle Ultra Wear Foundation. First launched in 1997, the product is renowned for its fusion of makeup and skincare. The new formulation will represent the next stage in breathability, longevity and skinclusivity.
Ahead of the launch Vogue Australia caught up with Dee to talk ambitions, diversity and what she hopes to do next.
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Vogue Australia: You’ve just come off the back of Safe Home, tell us a bit about what you are working on for the rest of the year?
Aisha Dee: Working on Safe Home was such a beautiful and transformative experience, it really challenged me to look more closely at my priorities and how I move through the world. Lately I’ve been spending more time with my family and friends, going to therapy, working on music, just working on being more present. There are a couple really exciting projects in the works but I can’t talk about them just yet, soon!
VA: In a lot of your interviews you talk about the differences between working in the US and here in Australia from a diversity lens. Can you speak to how you’ve seen this shift in the time you’ve been back home?
AD: It's been beautiful to witness the change happening both at home and in the US. I think what’s so exciting about Australia is that we are such a young nation, it almost feels like Australia is this teenager who is finding herself and her identity for the first time. I feel really honoured to be a part of that change and want to do everything I can to continue pushing boundaries and pulling up more seats to the table.
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VA: Are you planning to continue working in Australia or are your sights set back in the US?
AD: Ideally, I’d love to continue moving between both places. My little sister just turned 15 and I really want to see her grow up. I feel like I have a little piece of my heart scattered around different cities all over the world.
VA: Tell us about your ambassadorship with Lancôme, what does this mean to you?
AD: I am so proud to be the first ever brand ambassador for Lancôme in Australia and New Zealand. I feel so honoured to be part of a brand that values positive and powerful beauty and really expand the way we talk about beauty.
VA: Do you have a beauty philosophy that goes beyond a physical routine?
AD: I spent so many years wishing I looked different, forcing myself into shapes and spaces that weren’t made for me. And look, some days I still find myself obsessing over a pimple in the mirror, but the thing that’s been really transformative for me is making a habit of expressing gratitude for my body and all the incredible things it does.
VA: Safe Home was such an important piece for creating more of a dialogue around family violence. Can you tell us about any themes you’re hoping to explore through acting in the future?
AD: I really just want to continue telling stories that challenge the way we think. I want to keep exploring characters that subvert people’s expectations, and hopefully one day be able to elevate other creatives too.
VA: Tell us about Suitcase, why did this year feel like the right time to put out an EP?
AD: Both my parents are musicians, so music has always been a really important part of my life. I’ve been writing and producing for years, it honestly feels really vulnerable to share… I guess I just decided it’s time to be brave and do the things that scare me.
VA: What’s your favourite track from the EP?
AD: Babie Gorgeous has a special spot in my heart. I wrote and recorded pretty much the whole thing in one night, I was jet lagged and tired but for whatever reason it just flowed.
VA: What scares you?
AD: Vulnerability is sooo scary. Sometimes I feel myself moving through the world with my walls way up, but I’m learning how to let myself be more open. That and birds. I’m absolutely terrified of birds.
VA: What makes you feel at home?
AD: I travel everywhere with my ukulele. I’ve had it for 12 years. And I know that no matter what, if I’m anxious, or sad, or whatever. Playing my ukulele always brings me back to earth.
Learn more about Aisha’s new role here.
Founded in 1935 by the visionary pioneer Armand Petitjean, with the wish of spreading the spirit of French elegance around the world, Lancôme immediately embodied the essence of beauty. More than ever before, the brand aims to offer every person the possibility to blossom and embrace their unique beauty.
Lancôme is present in 135 countries, with over 20,000 beauty advisers in as many points of sale offering sophisticated services and iconic products to an international clientele. Lancôme successfully combines scientific expertise and an intuitive understanding of consumer needs to produce major innovations, unique and complementary across skincare, makeup and perfume.
Source: vogue.com.au
