Al.ive Body
The bathroom vanity is the modern woman’s dressing table – a space wholly dedicated to our self-care. Yet, it’s so easy to let our vanities become cluttered with toothbrushes, cosmetics and endless bottles of skincare products that these spaces often cause us more stress than serenity. But with the right products and thoughtful styling, it’s possible to reclaim our vanity as a sacred space – something Alisa and Lysandra Fraser’s latest venture is all about.
After spending years feeling overwhelmed by complicated skincare routines, twin sisters and design moguls, Alisa and Lysandra decided to create their own skincare line, Al.ive Skin – a collection, they tell Home Beautiful, which “not only delivers on results, but elevates the aesthetic of your bathroom”. The seven-piece skincare set, made up of everyday essentials, also debuts with two customisable skincare trays designed to live on your bathroom vanity.
For anyone familiar with Alisa and Lysandra’s rise to fame on the 2013 season of The Block and subsequent launch of their own interior design company, Alisa & Lysandra Interiors, not to mention their successful Design Duo YouTube series, the skincare line’s emphasis on functional design won’t come as a surprise.
“As interior designers, we know the power of form meeting function,” explain Alisa and Lysandra. “The trays were designed to streamline and elevate the daily routine. They bring order to your vanity, eliminate clutter and create a considered moment of pause. It’s about turning routine into ritual and making your space feel beautiful, intentional and calm.”
With this in mind, we’ve asked the design duo for their best styling secrets to create your own beautiful vanity.
Alisa and Lysandra’s top tips for styling your vanity
Find a balance between style and functionality
Alisa and Lysandra emphasise the importance of finding a balance between form and function in your vanity.
“As interior designers, we’re wired to make things beautiful, but it always starts with purpose,” say Alisa and Lysandra. “If a space doesn’t function, it doesn’t matter how good the aesthetic looks.”
For Lysandra, this balance involves only keeping her essential pieces on the vanity top, along with a few stylish details.
“Mine is functional but styled. I like earthy textures, stone, timber and a neutral palette. I keep only what I use daily on display, including my skincare and my Wash & Lotion Duo, styled with a few personal pieces that make it feel like me.”
Take a less-is-more approach
When it comes to choosing which items you will display, the twins recommend aiming for curation over clutter.
“Start with your daily staples, a soft towel, your daily skincare and products you reach for every morning. Add a beautiful tray to create structure, a touch of styling to bring warmth and pieces that make the space feel uniquely yours,” say Alisa and Lysandra.
“A good mirror, great lighting, premium skincare and a tray to keep your essentials contained. Less is more; it’s all about quality, not quantity.”
For Alisa, the key curating rather than cluttering comes down to making sure that everything on her vanity has a place.
“My vanity is minimal and light-filled, and in my opinion everything needs to have a place. My skincare bottles sit neatly on their Al.ive Skin tray, alongside my Wash & Lotion Duo, a candle for warmth and a touch of soft floral.”
Don’t stop organising your space
No one likes decluttering their bathroom drawers, but continuing to organise your space over time will will also ensure it always feels like a sanctuary.
“Edit often. Keep your everyday essentials grouped together and store everything else away, whether that’s in a cupboard, drawer or organiser,” the twins tell us.
For the items on your vanity, the Alisa and Lysandra also recommend making use of a tray to keep things organised.
“By creating a neat, tidy aesthetic, they reduce visual clutter and eliminate the need to rummage through drawers or cupboards. Small changes that create effortless, purposeful rituals.”
Add a decorative item
Having something to look at other than your toothbrush and moisturiser will help your space feel more personal and polished.
“A softly scented candle, a single floral stem or branch and neutral-toned ceramics or glassware help soften the space and make it feel more elevated. These pieces don’t distract, they enhance.”
You can purchase the complete Al.ive Skin collection on the Al.ive Body website.
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