The Second Act of the Prima Ballerina
After years of building her legacy, Lisa Macuja Elizalde still wears beauty the way she dances—refined by time, evolving gracefully without losing its power.
Her elegant edge
Andrea Beldua
Makeup artist Gery Penaso captured Macuja Elizalde’s timelessness with a winged eyeliner and a classic red lip, subtly overlined for the illusion of a fuller pout. For soft curls that move, hairstylist Lourd Ramos blended wet wax with argan oil.
Sculpted grace
Andrea Beldua
Ramos recalls styling Macuja Elizalde for some of her iconic Swan Lake performances, noting that on stage, hair must withstand sweat, movement, and the demands of characterization. “When hair is set perfectly,” Ramos says, using wet gel and hairspray, “it highlights her natural movement and elegance.”
A golden legacy
Andrea Beldua
With golden eyeshadow painted on by Penaso, Macuja Elizalde’s eyes reflect the warmth of a woman who has found peace in her purpose. The icon of discipline and grace now also radiates with joy and contentment: “I want people to see a woman who is happy and fulfilled with her choices and her life.”
Art direction: Nicole Almero. Beauty direction: Bianca Gozon and Yeyen Espineda. Makeup: Gery Penaso. Hair: Lourd Ramos. Wardrobe styling: Niña Cuyana and Jermainne Lagura of Qurator. Product styling: Chila Zialcita. Nails: New Lounge. Shot on location at Salon De Ning in The Peninsula Manila.
