Q+A with Celebrity Hairstylist Andrew Fitzsimons
Andrew Fitzsimons on where he finds inspiration, his favorite look he's created, and more.
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Originally from Ireland, Andrew Fitzsimons is a world-renowned celebrity hairstylist who has worked with the likes of Khloe Kardashian, Kylie Jenner, and Shay Mitchell, among countless other famous faces. Featured in various top publications like Vogue and Harper's Bazaar just to name a few, Andrew has made a name for himself as one of Hollywood's most elite names in beauty. Read on to learn more about Andrew's time in the industry, what he loves most about his work, and more.
Q: How did you get into hair?
I originally got into hair sort of by accident. I wanted a job for spending money, so my mum helped me get a summer job at the local hair salon when I was just 13 years old. Long story short, I ended up feeling so at home in that environment, I eventually begged my mom to let me leave school and pursue hair full time.
Q: How would you describe your style as a hairstylist? What’s your beauty philosophy?
I try not to have a "style" and approach every job with completely fresh eyes. One of the best parts of my job is the creative process, so I don't like to rely on go-to styles or techniques. To me, beauty is just a tool for confidence and self-expression.
Q: What do you love most about your work?
I'm lucky that I get to work in a field I genuinely love with some of the smartest, kindest women on the planet.
Q: Where do you find inspiration?
I find a lot of inspiration from the past. When I was first starting out in my career, I spent hours in the library in Paris memorizing editorial photo shoots and really studying fashion references. I still pull on a lot of those references, but there's also a lot of inspiration to be found everywhere these days; I've been known to get lost on the Instagram explore page from time to time!
Q: When you think of all of the looks you’ve created, is there a favorite that comes to mind? What is it?
To be honest, my favorites change all the time. One that comes to mind is the look we did for Kylie at the 2018 Met Gala. We had a lot of fun coming up with this style and I love how it complements her overall look.
Q: What are some essential tools and products in your kit?
ghd Air Hair Dryer, TIGI Bed Head Headrush Shine Mist, Mason Pearson brush, TIGI Bed Head Superstar Queen for a Day, Oribe Dry Texturizing Spray, Bellami Clip In Hair Extensions, MYKITCO My Neat & Tidy, got2b glued Spray, RAINCRY Hair Brushes, Touchland Power Mist Hand Sanitizer.
Q: What are some of your personal favorite products you can’t live without?
Chanel Lip Balm, SK-II Facial Treatment Essence, Charlotte Tilbury Instant Magic Dry Sheet Mask, Kylie Skin Eye Cream, Kaplan MD Diamond Contour Rose Quartz Neck Serum, Clé de Peau Beaute Intensive Fortifying Cream, Dose & Co Collagen Creamer, Herbivore Jade Facial Roller.
Rapid Fire Round
Q: Makeup artist partner in crime:
Ash K Holm.
Q: Product you can’t leave home without:
SKIMS Face Mask.
Q: Favorite drugstore or budget find:
TIGI Bed Head Headrush Shine Mist.
Q: Worth the splurge:
Kaplan MD Diamond Contour Supercharged 1 Minute Facial.
Q: Recent discovery:
Supergoop! Glow Stick SPF 50.
Q: Brand you wish more people knew about:
Dose & Co.
Q: Favorite scent:
Tom Ford Oud Wood.
Q: Your last beauty empty:
Tatcha Luminous Dewy Skin Mist.
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