Gillian Anderson, the new global ambassador of L’Oréal Paris for the Age Perfect range

Those of us who watched the science fiction television series “The X-Files” about thirty years ago will remember Dana Scully, the special agent with rational skepticism played by actress Gillian Anderson. Her global acceptance was so great that she caused the so-called “The Scully Effect,” according to which 63% of women who chose to pursue careers in the medical or police profession during the series’ heyday did so with Scully’s role as a doctor and FBI special agent as a model. At the time, the Anglo-American actress was 35 years old.

A true Female Icon

Twenty-two years later, with several awards in her hands, including Emmy, Golden Globe, SAG and OBE awards for her contribution to dramatic art, a symbol of female power, both for the strong and influential roles she has embodied and for her consistent attitude to life over the years, she had fought until she managed to receive from the Fox television studio the same salary as her co-star in the series, with the title of Officer of the Order of the British Empire in 2016 for her contribution to the arts, but also in America with a Star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame in 2018 for her overall career, author of two books We: A Manifesto for Women Everywhere and Want: Sexual Fantasies by Anonymous . In addition to all of the above, she is an activist on environmental and social issues, co-founder of the SAYes program, an entrepreneur creating the G Spot beverage brand as an alternative to drinks high in caffeine, sugar and artificial sweeteners, a mother of three and now, at beyond 50, 56-year-old Gillian Anderson is the new global ambassador for L'Oréal Paris , underlining her commitment to empowering women over 50 and celebrating feminine beauty by starring in the new campaign for the Age Perfect skincare range, which is suitable for mature skin.

Age Perfect celebrating beauty at every age

Beauty has no limits or expiration dates. L'Oréal Paris' Age Perfect range highlights the radiance, confidence and charm that evolve over time, proving that every age is unique and precious. Yet the conventional narrative surrounding women and aging rarely reflects this.

"It's important to celebrate the beauty of women at all stages of their lives. Women are unique, complex, radiant, beautiful inside and out, at every age. L'Oréal Paris has championed women of all ages for decades, I'm excited to join them."

Gillian Anderson is a true icon, and as Delphine Vigier-Ovas, Global President of L'Oréal Paris, says in welcoming her to the company's family, the actress's mission to empower, encourage and fight for women is perfectly aligned with the brand's values. "With her inspiring story and activism, Anderson aims to inspire women to break stereotypes and take the center stage of their own narrative. Her collaboration with L'Oréal promises to open a new chapter in the celebration of beauty and diversity."