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A core cast member of Ladies of London: The New Reign<\/em>, Margo Stilley embodies modern, transatlantic beauty. A former model and indie actress, she stepped away from the spotlight for 13 years after realizing she had \u201clost touch\u201d with her purpose. Now a new mom and sober, she returns to television this week with a refreshed perspective and a grounded sense of self. Splitting her time between Malibu and London, Stilley takes a thoughtful, understated approach to skin care and wellness, focusing on streamlined staples like Augustinus Bader, magnesium baths, cold exposure and a deep respect for the power of good sleep (preferably on a hand-dyed silk sheet).<\/p>\n \u201cYou know, if I\u2019m honest with you, I had lost touch with who I was, what I wanted and how I wanted to get there. I had been so driven in my 20s, running from something in my teens, that when I got to my 30s, I realized that I had no idea what my purpose was anymore. I had already achieved what I set out to achieve, and I decided to take some time away to do some soul seeking. I was surprised to find that I am as much of an introvert as an extrovert, and I really wanted a family.\u201d<\/p>\n \u201cReality TV is new for me, but the genre as a whole has changed so much! It\u2019s got so much nuance now, so much fun and sophistication, and the best<\/em> fans! I\u2019ve never seen anything like it!\u00a0\u00a0But also, in the last 13 years, the entire industry has changed. How we communicate has changed completely, and there is a lot more freedom to express ourselves than before.\u201d<\/p>\n \u201cEntertainment is a great industry to have a family in. I work for intense periods of time, and then I have lots of time to be completely present with my family. I think I actually get more time with them than I would in a normal 9-to-5 job.\u201d<\/p>\n \u201cOh, this is a great question! The most important thing to know if you\u2019re preparing to travel between London and Los Angeles, or anywhere really, is the difference in water pH! It completely changes the efficacy of my skin and hair care! In LA, I have a full-house water filter and softener, so I need much less product for soft skin and hair, but in London, I need so much more to keep it supple and shiny!<\/p>\n And London is much more fun, fashion-wise. Less is more in LA, but in London, more is more! It\u2019s so fun to play around and dress up in London.\u201d<\/p>\n \u201cA magnesium bath is a game-changer for me. A blackout eye mask and custom-made earplugs for sleeping, and I always, always<\/em>\u00a0sleep with a natural, hand-dyed silk sheet from\u00a0Lucia LaFerme. It\u2019s so thin I can pack it in a carry-on with everything else.\u201d<\/p>\n \u201cI like to keep my skin care streamlined while keeping some tried-and-true products and changing it up with others. I love\u00a0Augustinus Bader The Cream, but I like to combine it with\u00a0peptide serums from The Ordinary. And beauty does come from the inside out, so I never miss my\u00a0Nutrafol!\u201d<\/p>\n \u201cCold exposure will take 10 years off your face! I was on a month-long road trip once, and I accidentally camped at an unknown high altitude. When I woke up, all the water in the van had frozen solid! And when I looked in the mirror, I couldn\u2019t believe it:\u00a0I didn\u2019t have a pore or a line on my face! I looked a full decade younger. You can find ice and water almost anywhere. USE IT!\u201d<\/p>\n \u201cI had some pregnancy pigmentation that I wasn\u2019t able to address until I stopped breastfeeding, and it comes back when I have sun exposure. I was delighted to find\u00a0ISDIN Eryfotona Ageless Mineral Tinted Mineral SPF 50\u00a0because it protects the skin while also addressing existing sun and age-related issues. And of course, I can\u2019t live without my most important new-mom edition to my morning skin-care routine: a 20-minute Ms. Rachel video!\u201d<\/p>\n \u201cI look awful in Malibu style. It doesn\u2019t suit me at all! Some people make sweats and yoga clothes look chic, but I look like I slept outside! When I get to London, I feel really free and comfortable experimenting. I wear tailored clothes that really suit me and would look very strange in Los Angeles.\u201d<\/p>\n \u201cI really love my cast, even the ones I don\u2019t\u00a0always<\/em>\u00a0love. Everyone is so charming, witty and well-dressed. Even when we\u2019re in tense moments, it\u2019s been amazing to spend more quality time with everyone than I would normally be able to.\u201d<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\nYou stepped away from acting for 13 years. What prompted that break, and how has that time shaped who you are today?<\/strong><\/h2>\n
Returning to the spotlight now with\u00a0Ladies of London: The New Reign<\/em>, how does this experience feel different from your early career in modeling and indie film?<\/strong><\/h2>\n
How do you balance motherhood with work in such public and creative spaces?<\/strong><\/h2>\n
Your lifestyle splits between Malibu and London\u2014how do the energy and culture of each city influence your wellness practices, fashion choices and even your skin care?<\/strong><\/h2>\n
What\u2019s one ritual or habit you swear by that keeps you grounded?<\/strong><\/h2>\n
How would you define your beauty philosophy?<\/strong><\/h2>\n
Are there any unexpected products or treatments you rely on that you think most people overlook?<\/strong><\/h2>\n
Has becoming a mom changed the way you approach your routine?<\/strong><\/h2>\n
How would you describe your personal style\u2014does it lean more Malibu casual or London chic, or a mix of both?<\/strong><\/h2>\n
What are you most excited for as you enter this new chapter of reality TV?<\/strong><\/h2>\n