As a collective, members of Gen Z are dynamic trendsetters and culture shifters.
“I feel like I romanticize my life a lot,” she shares.
Now, the rising star is bringing her talent and charisma into another artistic space: beauty.
She was handpicked by e.l.f.
Her first track, “ojos.
cara,” (translating to “eyes.
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How does your heritage influence your music, beauty, and style?
Then I found out I have the same eyebrow shape as my grandpa.
So I haven’t touched them in three years other than plucking a few hairs in the middle.
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It’s a way of keeping him with me in my everyday life.
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Gen Z is all about breaking norms and redefining everything from beauty to self-expression.
What do you love most about being a part of this generation?
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But now, it feels like it’s all about just enhancing who you already are.
So, I’d say this generation is all about accentuating authenticity and truly embracing who we are.”
Your recent partnership with e.l.f.
Cosmetics' “Get Ready With Music” campaign sounds like the perfect fit.
Are there any songs that help you feel empowered before a performance or going out?
“What I made with e.l.f.
It just puts me in a good mood.
Music is such a big part of my life.
I listen to a little bit of everything.”
Are there any makeup or skincare essentials you swear by for your on-stage glam?
Other products I love are theLip-Plumping GlossandHoly Hydration Eye Cream.
Theeye creamis my go-to for that.
What beauty trends are you most excited about?
“I love dramadrama in your hair, drama in your eyes, drama in your lips.
I feel like my generation is all about that.”
What’s been the most surprising thing you’ve discovered about yourself through music?
And is there a part of your story or personality that you feel shines through in your songs?
“Even when I write happy or upbeat songs, a sense of nostalgia always comes through.
I feel like that’s what shines in my work.
How do you see your career evolving?
Are there any dream collaborations in music or beauty on your radar?
“In October, I released three songs that are important to me, but the e.l.f.
collaboration was huge because I’ve always dreamed of working with a makeup brand.
I have dreams, but I’ll keep those to myself for now.”
