Miss Universe 2018 Catriona Gray is indeed a true icon of beauty, and her perception of “beautiful” extends to both the physical and the intangible. As an international beauty figure alone, she pushes forward beauty standards and breaks stigmas should she need to, shifting the discussion to a deeper level.

In her latest thanksgiving affair with The Beauty Edit and Cetaphil, for one, Catriona asserts her do’s and don’ts in terms of beauty. “Definitely take the time and also invest in learning about your unique skin type, ‘cause we’re all different,” she began.

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For starters, one of Catriona’s surefire priorities in skincare practices is investing in tip-top items for the face and body. Also, as the face and brand muse of Cetaphil’s Bright Healthy Radiance line, she makes sure that her skin needs are being met—be it a new or a recurring concern.

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Regardless of what product is being prioritized in the skincare stash, she recommends using the range that suits a person’s particular skin type and seeking advice from a skin expert. She, too, is encouraging consumers to be completely mindful and more selective when it comes to the skincare products that they purchase.

Browse through the gallery for Catriona’s top beauty dos and don’ts:

Learn about your unique skin type. - “Some products that work for some may not work for others and knowing your skin type will really guide you on what to look for in your products—whether to look for hydrating ingredients or ingredients to help with breakouts and vice versa.”@catriona_gray

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Invest in a dermatologist. - “If you have the means, I would definitely encourage to invest in a dermatologist, even if it is for an initial consultation pa lang. Again, it helps to get a professional’s opinion on the condition of your skin.”@catriona_gray

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Stick to brands that are dermatologically-tested. - “I think it always helps, though, to stick to brands that are dermatologically-tested, just to know that the ingredients that are in there are catering to things like sensitive skin, or making sure the ingredients in there really work for you and you’re not having to pay an arm and a leg.”@catriona_gray

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Do not hoard a lot of products. - “Don’t allow yourself to be swayed so much by what is being pushed in the media, especially in terms of products because we are in a consumer society and you just end up hoarding a lot of products that maybe you might not like.”@catriona_gray

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Embrace changes in your body and your skin. - “Embrace the journey that is your body and your skin because we also change. When I was younger, I used to break out like crazy when I was going through puberty. And now, my concern is I need to have SPF and I need to be able to look after my skin at certain times of the month instead of throughout the whole time.”@catriona_gray

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Banner photos via Catriona Gray and Paul Vincent Paredes II

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