It’s easy to assume celebrities are loaded up with all things expensive and fancy: caviar, gold-flaked vodka, the entire range of Chanel handbags…
So, naturally, it’s kind of surprising to hear that someone as famous as Ruby Rose swears by beauty products that don’t cost more than a weeks’ worth of morning coffees. Case in point: the Aussie model/actor/former boxer(!) is currently obsessed with a $13 eyebrow gel.
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“Last year Maybelline released Brow Drama, and I carry that with me everywhere,” Ruby says. “Brow gels are life changing – you never have to worry about taking photos and and then being like, ‘Why is my eyebrow facing the wrong direction?'” Yep, know that feeling.
This year, you’re going to be seeing a lot of Ruby Rose. Although the 28-year-old has always kept herself busy with her various pursuits, her face is going to be everywhere in 2015. As the ambassador for Maybelline New York here in Australia, Ruby’s going to be heavily involved in the brand’s upcoming 100-year celebrations.
Then there's her role in Orange is the New Black. Last month it was announced Ruby would be joining the cast as Stella Carlin, an inmate at Litchfield Penitentiary with a "sarcastic sense of humour and captivating looks."
Unfortunately, she's pretty tight-lipped about exactly what that captivating look involves. "I posted a behind the scenes [photo on Instagram], so that's how I look on the show. There were some minor things we had to change, but you'll have to wait until it comes out to find out."
Damn. To make the wait easier, read on to see what else is keeping Ruby busy and happy. (Hint: Taylor Swift is involved):