Rachel Stevens, the singer-actor and mother of two, says she swaps beauty tips with other showbiz mums on a WhatsApp group. The chats cover makeup bag staples and skincare, with many products costing as little as £3.99.
She leans on hair-care routines that feel spa-like when she’s preparing for events or simply managing a busy schedule. For everyday shine and nourishment, she reaches for the Aveda Nutriplenish range (from £30) and has praised its ingredients and scent, describing the experience as a small luxury at home. Stevens also recalls being trajectory-shaped by early experimentation with hair, noting that she once wanted curly hair as a teen and even tried a spiral perm with spray gel and a diffuser.
In makeup, she keeps a high-low mix. Her routine includes a tinted SPF foundation for light coverage, a lightweight concealer, and color sheer balms to brighten the complexion. She uses a brown-toned liquid liner and a familiar lip balm, with price points ranging from budget to mid-range. For skincare, Stevens says her routine is “by committee,” relying on ongoing tips from her industry-mom WhatsApp circle. She cites Eucerin Hyaluron-Filler Epigenetic Serum and Medik8 Lipid-Balance Cleansing Oil as go-tos that help even skin tone and melt makeup off easily.
Her glow is also about simple, nightly strategies. She has a fondness for tanning drops that she uses a few times a week to wake up with a bronze tint, naming Coco & Eve Sunny Honey Bronzing Face Drops as a favorite. The approach mirrors a broader mindset of compact routines and accessible products that fit into a busy schedule rather than chasing every trend.
Stevens has been candid about balancing self-care with motherhood. She notes the challenge of fitting pamper sessions around Minnie, ten, and Amelie, 13, but prioritizes a weekly ritual that includes a hair mask and a relaxing routine, often wrapping treatments in a few hours before bed. She also keeps her bathroom as a personal oasis—the space features plants and candles, including Diptyque Baies, which she says contribute to the mood and sense of calm.
The makeup and skincare tools she relies on span high-street and prestige brands. On the makeup side, she leans on a moisturizing foundation, an airy concealer to brighten under the eyes, and a long-wear eyeliner for definition. Lip care comes from a trusted, affordable balm. In skincare, the routine highlights cleansing with a balancing oil and an antioxidant-rich serum that helps protect the skin’s surface while maintaining hydration.
Beyond the vanity, Stevens has evolved her wellness approach. She moved away from high-intensity workouts toward lower-impact routines and incorporates strength work a few times per week. She follows Melissa Wood Health’s app for guided routines that cover meditation, short workouts, and balance-heavy sessions. Her home gym setup is minimal but functional: a mat, a few dumbbells, and a designated corner in the house where she can exercise each morning.
Diet-wise, she reflects on a shift away from the grab-and-go meals of her S Club 7 days, acknowledging that many diets existed but didn’t yield lasting results. Today, she emphasizes habit stacking—starting with one healthy habit, such as drinking water, then layering on additional practices like regular smoothies to boost vitamins and antioxidants. The approach also includes consistent magnesium supplementation to support overall well-being.
Stevens’s routine illustrates a pragmatic approach to beauty and fitness: prioritize consistent, affordable products; lean on peer-curated tips; and structure workouts and nutrition around a busy life. Her circle of fellow showbiz mums on WhatsApp serves as a practical support network that helps her discover new products and tweak routines without sacrificing time with family.