Pia Whitesell's Daily Beauty Routine: A Mix of Budget and Luxury
Former Home and Away actress Pia Whitesell, 42, has generously shared her daily beauty regimen, offering a fascinating glimpse into her cosmetic preferences. Her routine showcases a clever blend of viral favourites from high-end brands and surprisingly affordable drugstore finds, proving that effective beauty doesn't always require a hefty price tag.
Affordable Staples in Her Makeup Kit
Pia's collection includes several budget-friendly items that deliver impressive results. She is a fan of the e.l.f. Cosmetics Primer-Infused Matte Blush, valued at just $14, which is conveniently available at Kmart. For her lips, she turns to the NYX Soft Matte Lip Cream, priced at $14.95 and found at Big W. Her skincare base features the Olay Regenerist Super Collagen Peptides Soft Moisturiser, currently on sale for $35 at Woolworths and also stocked at Coles.
Luxury Additions and High-End Picks
Alongside these economical choices, Pia incorporates several premium products into her routine. She uses the MAC Eye Kohl Crayon for $41 and the MAC eyelash curler costing $44. Her setting powder of choice is the Too Faced Born This Way Soft Blur Setting Powder, valued at $69. Additionally, she favours the Huda Beauty Easy Bake Setting Spray at $55, the Huda Beauty Lip Contour Stain for $45, and the Violette_FR Bisou Balm priced at $50.
Beauty Secrets: Sleep, Sweat, and Lymphatic Drainage
Beyond cosmetics, Pia has divulged her top three beauty tips: 'sleep, sweat and lymphatic drainage'. She particularly emphasises lymphatic system drainage, which she achieves using a fascia blaster. This stick-shaped massaging device is designed to repair connective tissue (fascia) and reduce cellulite. Originally developed by US entrepreneur Ashley Black to treat rheumatoid arthritis, it was later found to diminish cellulite appearance. Pia uses it for lymphatic drainage massage, promoting fluid movement through lymph nodes to remove wastes, toxins, and reduce swelling. She shared photos of herself using the fascia blaster on her face in a sauna.
Personal Life and Family Blending
The Chilean-born Australian star also opened up about her rewarding role as a stepmother. Her husband, Hollywood power agent Patrick Whitesell, shares two children—son Evan, 19, and daughter Ella, 17—with former TV presenter Lauren Sanchez, who is now married to Amazon billionaire Jeff Bezos. Pia has two sons from previous relationships: Isaiah, 22, and Lennox, 19. She expressed joy in blending their families, stating, 'For me, it's honestly the best, most heartwarming thing to see the blending of four teenagers who were strangers just a few years ago.' The family enjoys nightly dinners together and spent Thanksgiving as a united group.
Pia relocated to Los Angeles with her children five years ago, marrying Patrick after he proposed in late 2020 with a spectacular diamond ring. The couple tied the knot in May 2021, and she has since seamlessly integrated into LA's glamorous lifestyle.
