Susan Sarandon, 69, is a rare older actress who has been honest to the press about the work she’s had done, which is extremely subtle. No one would have called her out for getting noticeable work, is what I’m saying, and yet she was brave enough to admit several years ago that she had lipo “under my chin and under my eyes.” I didn’t know that eye lipo was a thing until Sarandon discussed it, although many of you thought that “lipo under the eyes” was another way of describing a lower blepharoplasty, or eye lift. So Susan isn’t all natural, but she looks incredible and in no way tweaked or plucked. That’s why she’s an inspired choice to represent L’oreal. Susan has been named a brand ambassador for the makeup line.

She’s so worth it! Susan Sarandon may have a bevy of awards and accolades, but her newest gig as L’Oreal Paris brand ambassador, announced on Friday, January 8, is a particularly meaningful one.

“When L’Oréal Paris and [Brand Global President Cyril Chapuy] first approached me, I was so flattered,” the Tammy actress shared in a statement. “The brand has always been a leader in helping in the empowerment and development of women. The very first time I heard ‘Because I’m Worth It,’ it definitely was a shift in the framing of why you should look good. It had to do with women becoming the master of their own lives and decisions. It’s an extremely powerful statement that has transcended time.”

It’s also a message that speaks to her heart. “I look forward to being older, when what you look like becomes less and less an issue and what you are is the point,” she said.

The Oscar winner, who has three children — Eva, 30, Miles, 23, and Jack Henry, 26 — added, “Beauty comes from the inside; it’s a state of mind. I’m proud to be a part of their message and to represent the L’Oréal Paris women.”

And Chapuy is beyond proud to have her as a part of the team. “Susan is a cinematic icon,” he said in a statement. “She is strong, charismatic and talented, and has a compelling sense of self. Her outspoken activism, captivating film work and authentic charm continue to inspire women to be fearless and believe in their convictions. She is a real woman of worth inside and out. We are honored to have Susan as a new Lorealista.”

In her new role as an international spokesperson, Sarandon will be the face of Age Perfect skincare and hair color.

[From US Magazine]

US Magazine tells us that other L’oreal ladies include Blake Lively, Julianne Moore, Eva Longoria, Jane Fonda, and Naomi Watts. You know who my favorite L’oreal older lady is? Andie MacDowell. I love her L’oreal ads, she’s the best. She has such an ageless beauty and I envy her hair.

Kaiser reminded me that Helen Mirren also worked for L’oreal and that she represents “Paris Age-Defying face cream.” That brand knows exactly which spokespeople to chose, although I think they made a minor misstep with Blake Lively. She does have a “girl next door” quality I guess.

Also, I assumed L’oreal still did animal testing as that was a major issue with them several years back. They state that they no longer do any animal testing unless “regulatory authorities [demand] it for safety or regulatory purposes.” So while they may not have a spotless record, at least they’re trying now.