Kim Kardashian on Making Time for Beauty Rituals: 'Even My Sisters Think I’m Crazy'
March 19, 2018 6:30 pm

There's chaos in the Kardashian house. We know that, they know that, and it's not like it can change anytime soon, since it's the drama that's gripped America to E! for over 10 years. But in the midst of screaming kids, Kylie disappearing for nine months, business deals, divorces, births, bleach, and the usual drama of family dynamics, there's just one thing we don't see (usually)—and that's Kim Kardashian putting on concealer. It's not because she's afraid of being seen without it, or because she doesn't want a this-is-the-entire-key-to-my-success secret exposed. Rather, she wants a second of alone time, and that's relatable as hell.

Hopping on the phone at 8 A.M. to talk over her latest launch, a three-step concealer kit in 16 shades—$18 for each part; $80 for the set with brushes—you get the sense that this woman is exhausted and knows the power of self-care to keep her going. Read on to hear about hereditary circles, how she adjusted her concealer after Kylie's, why she screengrabs unflattering photos of herself (let no one say KKW isn't strong), how Kanye's office decor informs her beauty ethos, and more.

Glamour: Of all the products to launch next for KKW Beauty, why concealer?

Kim Kardashian West: I have always been so meticulous about concealer. That’s been the one thing after so long I finally had to master because I have really dark under-eye circles. It’s just my heritage—it is what it is. And I like a flawless under-eye, so I’m doing a concealer kit, which, you know, I don’t think people ever really divulge the steps of what you need to do so that it doesn’t crease.
Like [most people] will put on a concealer, maybe blend it, but they don’t get that you really have to set it and bake it. Then my secret weapon at the end is brightening it with a pressed powder that I put on top of it, once the baking powder is off. So I really wanted to share my secrets of how I master the perfect under-eye.

Glamour: We have to ask, Kylie obviously launched her concealers not too long ago. Was that on purpose?

KKW: When we go into it, we have completely separate teams. So we’ll share our schedules, as far is if she has a concealer coming out. I pushed mine a little bit so that they weren’t back to back. But as far as formulas, I do what works for me, and she does what works for her. I’ve used hers, and I love it, and our makeup artist will use it on me, but I think everything’s super unique, and we’re two totally different brands.

Glamour: When people hear the word kit, they can be a little intimidated and think there are a ton of steps. Do you think it’s so streamlined, though, that it’ll be easy for people?

KKW: Yeah, I think if anything, it gives structure and guidelines. You’ll see that it’s easier to understand, and you have all the products there. You can buy just the concealers, you can buy just the baking powder, you can buy just the setting powder. For me, I like to be shown what to do when it comes to makeup. My makeup artist showed me, and there was never a brand that had the three products sold all together if you wanted it. When I go into a store, or when I’m looking for something online, I want to have it easy and figured out.

Glamour: How has motherhood changed how you approach beauty, both in concealer and overall?

KKW: Yeah, I mean, obviously I need more concealer because you have less sleep, so my eyes are more of a problem now. But I think that as someone who doesn’t have a lot of time, I now always make taking care of myself an important thing. I think moms can just forget about themselves sometimes and not pamper themselves. It’s important, but I also think it’s important to teach people how to do it as fast as possible. It doesn’t have to be this long, drawn-out thing. When I do my own makeup, I don’t take longer than 10 minutes. I don’t have a lot of time, kids are running around, screaming, while I’m trying to get ready. So if I can teach people the steps, like okay, here’s your concealer, three steps, super easy, boom, get it done, [that's great]. Motherhood has helped me figure out how to consolidate and just get things done as quick as possible.

Glamour: Has having a third child changed that even more? Are you more forgiving of yourself if you can't dedicate more than 10 minutes to getting ready?

KKW: I think it’s a little bit of both, your mind goes to both places. You are more forgiving of yourself, just because, you know, I haven’t washed my hair for four days just because I literally don’t have time. Like I was giving everyone a bath last night, and it was all a rush. But then I also think for me to be sane . Like last night at 10 P.M., I went to get a facial. I was like, okay, I’ve put all the kids to bed, I have to take care of myself. I really needed this facial, and I’ll go to bed at midnight tonight. Even my sisters think I’m crazy because I’ll take the time to do that when most people won’t, or I’ll get up at 5 A.M. and workout before the kids get up. I try to do 'my' time on off time—so that’s really limiting. My schedule is really intense, but I feel like it’s still a priority to me to pamper myself and take care of myself for my own sanity.
Glamour: What kind of emotional benefits do you get from that time?

KKW: Well, I want to spend as much time with my kids as possible. I love the morning routine, I love the night routine, so that’s the priority for me, over all of this. If I can spend the extra time pampering myself and doing something for me, it helps with self-confidence. It might not be important to other people, and I understand that. Sleep might be more important, and I definitely try to get my sleep as well. It's a balance. But I think if it helps your soul to feel better about yourself and you look good, you’re going to feel great, be more present, and just be happier. So why not take the time to do what makes you happy? Whether it’s going to the movies with your friends, going to dinner at night with your friends—whatever it is, if that helps you be more present in the time that you are with your kids, then that’s what you should do.

Glamour: Definitely. It seems like that’s been underestimated forever, just how important being happy with your kids actually is.

KKW: Yeah, and in order to do that, you’ve got to be present. If you’re thinking of all the little things you have to do [you won't be]. Maybe not everyone can get a facial at 10 P.M., I get it. But you can go to the gym, you can do something that makes you feel good. Read a book or take alone time—anything that helps your soul be more calm if you live in a house of chaos.

Glamour: The next question begs, how did you get your facialist to accommodate a 10 P.M. appointment?

KKW: Sometimes I’ll see a picture of myself that I don’t like, so I’ll screengrab it and text it to her, and go, "Oh my god, my face is falling, we need a tightening facial.' Then she’s just like okay, when do you want to come in? I said, honestly, could we do it ASAP? And she said, "Okay, why don’t we both put our kids to bed (she has four of them), and then meet up later?" Dream come true. Her name is Melissa, and she’s at this little salon in West Hollywood called Skin Thesis. She's amazing.

Glamour: You're back to brunette now, but when you went pink, you said it was influenced by anime. How did you get into that? And do you see it influencing your beauty choices in any other ways?

KKW: I don’t know about my beauty choices in other ways, but god, I mean, my husband’s been into anime for a long time, so I’ve seen different artists draw things for me. I’ve just seen it around—in our office, and going to Japan, I knew I was going to see a lot of it there. I would always see these characters with pink hair, and I thought, you know what, I could easily dye my hair any color because it’s white, and I thought pink would compliment my skin the best.

Glamour: Also on the topic of influencing beauty choices, you made contouring a household thing. If you could set off another trend today, what would it be?

KKW: Oh, I mean, nothing beats that contour look though. No matter what I do, I always love contour. But I’m really inspired by '90s makeup and darker lips right now. And I’m really into color, I’m starting to get into color shadows I really like. More browns—I have a lip coming out soon, in a month or two, and really amazing nudes and browns that I’m really excited about.

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