Lancôme Appoints Christy Turlington Burns as Global Ambassador

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On February 3, Lancôme announced the appointment of Christy Turlington Burns as its new Global Ambassador. A legendary model, globally recognized maternal health advocate, and filmmaker, Burns brings a multifaceted legacy that extends far beyond fashion.

Her inner positivity, unwavering sense of purpose, and long-standing commitment to community-building strongly resonate with Lancôme’s ethos as a brand that continues to evolve with the times.

An Icon Who Shaped an Era, and Her Influence Today

Turlington rose to prominence as one of the defining figures of the supermodel era in the late 1980s, leaving an indelible mark on the fashion industry. She has appeared on the covers of leading fashion magazines more than 500 times and fronted campaigns for numerous global brands.

Today, her influence extends well beyond modeling. She is widely respected as a philanthropist, nonprofit leader, author, yoga practitioner, and wellness advocate. Inspired by her own experiences with pregnancy and childbirth, Turlington produced the documentary No Woman, No Cry (2010), which led to the founding of the nonprofit organization Every Mother Counts. She continues to serve as the organization’s president, working to improve maternal health worldwide.

By using her platform to drive social change, Turlington has come to embody a modern vision of beauty rooted in responsibility and impact.

Lancôme’s Philosophy of Beauty Innovation

Since its founding, Lancôme has continuously redefined the meaning of beauty across skincare, makeup, and fragrance. The brand’s history has been shaped by curiosity and innovation, grounded in a commitment to empowering women around the world to embrace their beauty with confidence and to share their strength with others.

With her innate femininity, passion for social causes, and vibrant approach to life, Christy Turlington Burns fully embodies Lancôme’s mission to empower women to live with joy and confidence.

A Life Guided by Conscious Optimism

Commenting on her appointment, Turlington said: “Lancôme represents a legacy of French elegance and progress that has always resonated with me. I’ve long admired the brand’s dedication to celebrating women at every stage of life and their commitment to meaningful values. As someone who believes deeply in supporting women’s health and well-being, I’m honoured to join a family that shares that vision and uses beauty as a platform for positive change.”

Vania Lacascade, Global Brand President of Lancôme, added: “We are thrilled to welcome Christy into our collective. Her conscious optimism, sense of purpose, and commitment to supporting women across generations perfectly embody Lancôme’s values. We are endlessly inspired by her grace, wisdom and ability to create meaningful connections across communities.”

With this appointment, Turlington joins an illustrious roster of Lancôme ambassadors, including Julia Roberts, Olivia Rodrigo, Isabella Rossellini, and Aya Nakamura.