{"id":1796302,"date":"2026-02-24T17:28:34","date_gmt":"2026-02-24T14:28:34","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/?p=1796302"},"modified":"2026-02-24T17:28:34","modified_gmt":"2026-02-24T14:28:34","slug":"alysa-liu-loves-finding-little-ways-to-express-herself","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/?p=1796302","title":{"rendered":"Alysa Liu Loves Finding Little Ways to Express Herself"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>[analyse_image type=&#8221;featured&#8221; src=&#8221;https:\/\/www.byrdie.com\/thmb\/b9FkX6MIFqEiFjKD7TWywROU6AQ=\/1500&#215;0\/filters:no_upscale():max_bytes(150000):strip_icc()\/Byr_TOT_AlysaLiu_Social-a42f8be05ebf4b82a707cf7d58217fa8.jpg&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p><main id=\"main_1-0\" class=\"comp main layout-body--continuous-scroll mntl-block\" data-tracking-container=\"true\"><\/p>\n<article id=\"beauty-article--sc_1-0\" class=\"comp beauty-article--sc beauty-article mntl-article mntl-article--two-column-right-rail sc-ad-container\" data-tracking-container=\"true\">\n<div class=\"loc article-header\">\n<div id=\"article-header_1-0\" class=\"comp article-header mntl-block article-top\">\n<p id=\"mm-trx-disclosure_1-0\" class=\"comp mm-trx-disclosure\"> If you click on links we provide, we may receive compensation.\n<\/p>\n<h1 id=\"article-heading_1-0\" class=\"comp article-heading mntl-text-block\">Alysa Liu Loves Finding Little Ways to Express Herself<\/h1>\n<div id=\"article-meta_1-0\" class=\"comp article-meta mntl-article-meta mntl-block\" data-tracking-container=\"true\">\n<div id=\"bylines_1-0\" class=\"comp bylines beauty-bylines mntl-bylines\" data-tracking-container=\"true\">\n<div id=\"mntl-bylines__group_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-bylines__group mntl-block mntl-bylines__group--author\">\n<div id=\"mntl-bylines__item_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-bylines__item mntl-attribution__item mntl-attribution__item--has-date\"><span class=\"mntl-attribution__item-descriptor\">By<\/span><\/p>\n<div data-tooltip=\"&lt;p&gt;Olivia Hancock is the senior editor at Byrdie and has over five years of experience writing for digital media platforms.&lt;\/p&gt;\" data-inline-tooltip=\"true\"> Olivia Hancock<\/p>\n<div id=\"mntl-author-tooltip_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-author-tooltip mntl-tooltip mntl-group\">\n<div class=\"mntl-author-tooltip__top \">\n<div class=\"mntl-author-tooltip__image-wrapper\">\n<div class=\"img-placeholder\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"200\" height=\"200\" alt=\"Olivia Hancock editor for Byrdie\" class=\"lazyload mntl-author-tooltip__image mntl-image universal-image__image\" src=\"https:\/\/www.byrdie.com\/thmb\/HLkNFSlBo3maBaePdcWDixr5oUE=\/200x200\/filters:no_upscale():max_bytes(150000):strip_icc():format(webp)\/Olivia-a950c8bedce74de0b693b92e4c90fd51.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" 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1, 1, 1]\" data-bind-scroll-on-start=\"true\">\n<div id=\"mntl-sc-block_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-callout--seriesintro beauty-sc-block-callout mntl-sc-block-callout mntl-block theme-seriesintro\" data-tracking-id=\"mntl-sc-block-callout\" data-tracking-container=\"true\">\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block-callout-heading_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block-callout-heading mntl-text-block\">The One Thing<\/p>\n<div id=\"mntl-sc-block-callout-body_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block-callout-body mntl-text-block\">\n<p><em>Our series\u00a0<strong>The One Thing<\/strong>\u00a0is a Sparknotes version of the products, rituals, and moments your favorite celebrities and influencers swear by\u2014their go-tos, must-haves, and can\u2019t-live-withouts.\u00a0So go ahead\u2014take<strong>\u00a0<\/strong>a brief, intimate peek into the lives of your favorites through the things (and people, and moments) they hold dear.<\/em><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_2-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> Alysa Liu&#8217;s 15 years of figure skating training culminated in one of the most unforgettable moments of the 2026 Winter Olympics. At just 20, she etched her name into history\u2014becoming the first American woman to win an individual Olympic figure skating medal since Sasha Cohen in 2006 and the first to take home gold since Sarah Hughes in 2002.\u00a0\n<\/p>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_4-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> Alongside her accomplishments on the ice, Alysa Liu has built a growing presence outside of sports, collaborating with brands like Gillette Venus that naturally align with her personal routine. Fresh off her monumental win, we caught up with Liu to talk about her time in Milan, how she&#8217;s caring for her body during this demanding time, and the ways she protects her mental health when all eyes are on her.\n<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"mntl-sc-block_6-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-block-heading\"><span class=\"mntl-sc-block-heading__text text-title-300\"> The One Thing She Felt After Winning Gold <\/span><\/h2>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_7-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> &#8220;I was really happy with how I skated. Right after I finished my ending pose, I was celebrating the whole time. The vibes were really good in that arena that night.&#8221;\n<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"mntl-sc-block_9-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-block-heading\"><span class=\"mntl-sc-block-heading__text text-title-300\"> The One Thing She Loves About Her Hair <\/span><\/h2>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_10-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> &#8220;I love finding little ways to express myself. Hair is one of those outlets for me. I&#8217;ve been retouching the lines [in my hair] a lot this year, so they&#8217;re looking better than ever. Every year, I just keep adding another line.&#8221;\n<\/p>\n<figure id=\"mntl-sc-block_12-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-image mntl-sc-block-image figure-landscape figure-high-res\">\n<div class=\"figure-media\">\n<div class=\"img-placeholder\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2000\" height=\"1500\" alt=\"A woman holding two gold medals and smiling with closed eyes\" class=\"lazyload mntl-image mntl-image universal-image__image\" id=\"mntl-sc-block-image_1-0\" src=\"https:\/\/www.byrdie.com\/thmb\/Z-XjhRsXMP1SYwb935UmIHmHhR8=\/1500x0\/filters:no_upscale():max_bytes(150000):strip_icc():format(webp)\/alysa-b2c02b6d0eae46f7af1c89bee11392be.png\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.byrdie.com\/thmb\/Z-XjhRsXMP1SYwb935UmIHmHhR8=\/1500x0\/filters:no_upscale():max_bytes(150000):strip_icc():format(webp)\/alysa-b2c02b6d0eae46f7af1c89bee11392be.png\" width=\"2000\" height=\"1500\" class=\"img--noscript mntl-image mntl-image universal-image__image\" alt=\"A woman holding two gold medals and smiling with closed eyes\"><\/div>\n<\/div><figcaption id=\"mntl-figure-caption_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-figure-caption text-utility-100 figure-article-caption\"><span class=\"figure-article-caption-owner\"><\/p>\n<p>@alysaxliu \/ instagram<\/p>\n<p><\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h2 id=\"mntl-sc-block_13-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-block-heading\"><span class=\"mntl-sc-block-heading__text text-title-300\"> The One Hair Product She Used Every Day in Milan <\/span><\/h2>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_14-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> &#8220;A hair mask. Honestly, I use one all the time. I don&#8217;t think you&#8217;re technically supposed to use one every time you wash your hair, but I do, and my hair always feels so soft.&#8221;\n<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"mntl-sc-block_16-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-block-heading\"><span class=\"mntl-sc-block-heading__text text-title-300\"> The One Makeup Routine That Got Her Through the Olympics <\/span><\/h2>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_17-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> &#8220;When I perform, I try to look my best. Gel liner is a must, and I always use tubing mascara\u2014this year I found it, and honestly, it&#8217;s a game changer. I finish with Rare Beauty&#8217;s Soft Pinch Tinted Lip Oil. I don&#8217;t wear foundation or concealer, so nothing can melt off.&#8221;\n<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"mntl-sc-block_19-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-block-heading\"><span class=\"mntl-sc-block-heading__text text-title-300\"> The One Bodycare Step She&#8217;s Prioritizing Right Now <\/span><\/h2>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_20-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> &#8220;Definitely an &#8216;everything shower.&#8217; Before competitions, I make sure my skin isn&#8217;t dry\u2014especially in the cold, it can get tricky. I also use the Gillette Venus MoistureGlide Gold Women&#8217;s Razor.&#8221;<\/p>\n<figure id=\"mntl-sc-block_22-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-image mntl-sc-block-image figure-landscape figure-high-res\">\n<div class=\"figure-media\">\n<div class=\"img-placeholder\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2000\" height=\"1500\" alt=\"Person with layered hairstyle and bangs in an indoor setting with decorative elements in the background\" class=\"lazyload mntl-image mntl-image universal-image__image\" id=\"mntl-sc-block-image_2-0\" src=\"https:\/\/www.byrdie.com\/thmb\/Sv_Nkn66ize7fYDJOVKez5c0QPQ=\/1500x0\/filters:no_upscale():max_bytes(150000):strip_icc():format(webp)\/alysa2-3d2a888bd43c49b3937fa323b514d2bc.png\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.byrdie.com\/thmb\/Sv_Nkn66ize7fYDJOVKez5c0QPQ=\/1500x0\/filters:no_upscale():max_bytes(150000):strip_icc():format(webp)\/alysa2-3d2a888bd43c49b3937fa323b514d2bc.png\" width=\"2000\" height=\"1500\" class=\"img--noscript mntl-image mntl-image universal-image__image\" alt=\"Person with layered hairstyle and bangs in an indoor setting with decorative elements in the background\"><\/div>\n<\/div><figcaption id=\"mntl-figure-caption_2-0\" class=\"comp mntl-figure-caption text-utility-100 figure-article-caption\"><span class=\"figure-article-caption-owner\"><\/p>\n<p>@alysaxliu \/ instagram<\/p>\n<p><\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h2 id=\"mntl-sc-block_23-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-block-heading\"><span class=\"mntl-sc-block-heading__text text-title-300\"> The One Self-Care Ritual That Helps Her Feel Most Confident <\/span><\/h2>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_24-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> &#8220;Getting enough sleep. I also use Normatec pants to get my blood flowing in my legs, and I make sure to stretch before bed. It&#8217;s been my goal to stretch more consistently.&#8221;\n<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"mntl-sc-block_26-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-block-heading\"><span class=\"mntl-sc-block-heading__text text-title-300\"> The One Way She Protects Her Mental Health <\/span><\/h2>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_27-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> &#8220;I never see hate, so I guess that&#8217;s part of it, but I really try to stay off social media. I press &#8216;not interested&#8217; every time I see anything related to me, or like, figure skating in general. I try not to consume too much\u2014even the love\u2014you gotta keep it at a limit, for sure.&#8221;\n<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"mntl-sc-block_29-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-block-heading\"><span class=\"mntl-sc-block-heading__text text-title-300\"> The One Thing People Always Get Wrong About Figure Skating <\/span><\/h2>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_30-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> &#8220;We train in the summer, too. I don&#8217;t know if people think otherwise, but our summer training is lighter, of course. We still hit the gym and go to the rink at least four or five times a week in the off-season.&#8221;\n<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"mntl-sc-block_32-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-block-heading\"><span class=\"mntl-sc-block-heading__text text-title-300\"> The One Moment From Milan She&#8217;ll Cherish Forever <\/span><\/h2>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_33-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> &#8220;Spending time with my teammates has been so cool, and I don&#8217;t want it to end. I&#8217;ll cherish all the memories we made together, watching competitions in the common area. It&#8217;s just been really fun.&#8221;\n<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"mntl-sc-block_35-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-block-heading\"><span class=\"mntl-sc-block-heading__text text-title-300\"> The One Thing She&#8217;s Doing When She Gets Home <\/span><\/h2>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_36-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> &#8220;I would love to unpack, but I will probably sleep.&#8221;\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"loc article-post-content\">\n<div id=\"beauty-breadcrumbs--chips_1-0\" class=\"comp beauty-breadcrumbs--chips mntl-universal-breadcrumbs--chips mntl-block\">\n<div id=\"mntl-breadcrumbs__read-more_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-breadcrumbs__read-more mntl-text-block text-title-100\">Read more:<\/div>\n<ul id=\"mntl-universal-breadcrumbs_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-universal-breadcrumbs mntl-block text-label-300 breadcrumbs\" data-tracking-container=\"true\">\n<li id=\"mntl-breadcrumbs__item_1-0\" class=\"comp 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src=\"https:\/\/www.byrdie.com\/thmb\/HLkNFSlBo3maBaePdcWDixr5oUE=\/200x200\/filters:no_upscale():max_bytes(150000):strip_icc():format(webp)\/Olivia-a950c8bedce74de0b693b92e4c90fd51.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.byrdie.com\/thmb\/HLkNFSlBo3maBaePdcWDixr5oUE=\/200x200\/filters:no_upscale():max_bytes(150000):strip_icc():format(webp)\/Olivia-a950c8bedce74de0b693b92e4c90fd51.jpg\" width=\"200\" height=\"200\" class=\"img--noscript mntl-author-tooltip__image mntl-image universal-image__image\" alt=\"Olivia Hancock editor for Byrdie\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"mntl-author-tooltip__name_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-author-tooltip__name mntl-attribution__item \">\nOlivia Hancock\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"mntl-author-tooltip__social-nav_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-author-tooltip__social-nav beauty-social-nav mntl-social-nav social-nav--tooltip\" data-tracking-container=\"true\">\n<ul class=\"social-nav__list\">\n<li class=\"social-nav__item social-nav__item--instagram\"><\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"mntl-author-tooltip__bio\">\n<p>Olivia Hancock is the senior editor at Byrdie and has over five years of experience writing for digital media platforms.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"mntl-author-tooltip__bottom\">\nByrdie&#8217;s Editorial Guidelines\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"mntl-attribution__item-date\">Published on February 24, 2026 12:28PM<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"loc article-content\">\n<div id=\"mntl-block_2-0\" class=\"comp mntl-block article__body right-rail\">\n<figure id=\"mntl-universal-primary-image_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-universal-primary-image primary-image\" data-tracking-container=\"true\">\n<div class=\"primary-image__media\">\n<div class=\"img-placeholder\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.byrdie.com\/thmb\/G7YsUGxhGkphEniwPHNX-DroWB0=\/1500x0\/filters:no_upscale():max_bytes(150000):strip_icc():format(webp)\/Byr_TOT_AlysaLiu_Lead-6ba77ef2697e4a6399fed69ba814299f.jpg\" width=\"4000\" height=\"3000\" alt=\"Figure skater Alysa Liu smiling and holding a gold medal\" class=\" primary-image__image mntl-primary-image--blurry\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.byrdie.com\/thmb\/G7YsUGxhGkphEniwPHNX-DroWB0=\/1500x0\/filters:no_upscale():max_bytes(150000):strip_icc():format(webp)\/Byr_TOT_AlysaLiu_Lead-6ba77ef2697e4a6399fed69ba814299f.jpg\" width=\"4000\" height=\"3000\" class=\"loaded primary-img--noscript primary-image__image mntl-primary-image--blurry\" alt=\"Figure skater Alysa Liu smiling and holding a gold medal\"><\/div>\n<\/div><figcaption id=\"primary-image__figcap_1-0\" class=\"comp primary-image__figcap mntl-figure-caption figure-article-caption\"><span class=\"figure-article-caption-owner\"><\/p>\n<p>Getty Images \/ Byrdie<\/p>\n<p><\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<div id=\"mntl-sc-page_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-page mntl-block\" data-sc-sticky-offset=\"125\" data-sc-ad-label-height=\"16\" data-sc-ad-track-spacing=\"100\" data-sc-min-track-height=\"250\" data-sc-max-track-height=\"600\" data-sc-breakpoint=\"50em\" data-sc-load-immediate=\"5\" data-sc-content-positions=\"[1, 1250, 1, 1, 1, 1, 1, 1, 1]\" data-bind-scroll-on-start=\"true\">\n<div id=\"mntl-sc-block_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-callout--seriesintro beauty-sc-block-callout mntl-sc-block-callout mntl-block theme-seriesintro\" data-tracking-id=\"mntl-sc-block-callout\" data-tracking-container=\"true\">\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block-callout-heading_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block-callout-heading mntl-text-block\">The One Thing<\/p>\n<div id=\"mntl-sc-block-callout-body_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block-callout-body mntl-text-block\">\n<p><em>Our series\u00a0<strong>The One Thing<\/strong>\u00a0is a Sparknotes version of the products, rituals, and moments your favorite celebrities and influencers swear by\u2014their go-tos, must-haves, and can\u2019t-live-withouts.\u00a0So go ahead\u2014take<strong>\u00a0<\/strong>a brief, intimate peek into the lives of your favorites through the things (and people, and moments) they hold dear.<\/em><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_2-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> Alysa Liu&#8217;s 15 years of figure skating training culminated in one of the most unforgettable moments of the 2026 Winter Olympics. At just 20, she etched her name into history\u2014becoming the first American woman to win an individual Olympic figure skating medal since Sasha Cohen in 2006 and the first to take home gold since Sarah Hughes in 2002.\u00a0\n<\/p>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_4-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> Alongside her accomplishments on the ice, Alysa Liu has built a growing presence outside of sports, collaborating with brands like Gillette Venus that naturally align with her personal routine. Fresh off her monumental win, we caught up with Liu to talk about her time in Milan, how she&#8217;s caring for her body during this demanding time, and the ways she protects her mental health when all eyes are on her.\n<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"mntl-sc-block_6-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-block-heading\"><span class=\"mntl-sc-block-heading__text text-title-300\"> The One Thing She Felt After Winning Gold <\/span><\/h2>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_7-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> &#8220;I was really happy with how I skated. Right after I finished my ending pose, I was celebrating the whole time. The vibes were really good in that arena that night.&#8221;\n<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"mntl-sc-block_9-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-block-heading\"><span class=\"mntl-sc-block-heading__text text-title-300\"> The One Thing She Loves About Her Hair <\/span><\/h2>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_10-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> &#8220;I love finding little ways to express myself. Hair is one of those outlets for me. I&#8217;ve been retouching the lines [in my hair] a lot this year, so they&#8217;re looking better than ever. Every year, I just keep adding another line.&#8221;\n<\/p>\n<figure id=\"mntl-sc-block_12-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-image mntl-sc-block-image figure-landscape figure-high-res\">\n<div class=\"figure-media\">\n<div class=\"img-placeholder\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2000\" height=\"1500\" alt=\"A woman holding two gold medals and smiling with closed eyes\" class=\"lazyload mntl-image mntl-image universal-image__image\" id=\"mntl-sc-block-image_1-0\" src=\"https:\/\/www.byrdie.com\/thmb\/Z-XjhRsXMP1SYwb935UmIHmHhR8=\/1500x0\/filters:no_upscale():max_bytes(150000):strip_icc():format(webp)\/alysa-b2c02b6d0eae46f7af1c89bee11392be.png\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.byrdie.com\/thmb\/Z-XjhRsXMP1SYwb935UmIHmHhR8=\/1500x0\/filters:no_upscale():max_bytes(150000):strip_icc():format(webp)\/alysa-b2c02b6d0eae46f7af1c89bee11392be.png\" width=\"2000\" height=\"1500\" class=\"img--noscript mntl-image mntl-image universal-image__image\" alt=\"A woman holding two gold medals and smiling with closed eyes\"><\/div>\n<\/div><figcaption id=\"mntl-figure-caption_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-figure-caption text-utility-100 figure-article-caption\"><span class=\"figure-article-caption-owner\"><\/p>\n<p>@alysaxliu \/ instagram<\/p>\n<p><\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h2 id=\"mntl-sc-block_13-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-block-heading\"><span class=\"mntl-sc-block-heading__text text-title-300\"> The One Hair Product She Used Every Day in Milan <\/span><\/h2>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_14-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> &#8220;A hair mask. Honestly, I use one all the time. I don&#8217;t think you&#8217;re technically supposed to use one every time you wash your hair, but I do, and my hair always feels so soft.&#8221;\n<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"mntl-sc-block_16-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-block-heading\"><span class=\"mntl-sc-block-heading__text text-title-300\"> The One Makeup Routine That Got Her Through the Olympics <\/span><\/h2>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_17-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> &#8220;When I perform, I try to look my best. Gel liner is a must, and I always use tubing mascara\u2014this year I found it, and honestly, it&#8217;s a game changer. I finish with Rare Beauty&#8217;s Soft Pinch Tinted Lip Oil. I don&#8217;t wear foundation or concealer, so nothing can melt off.&#8221;\n<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"mntl-sc-block_19-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-block-heading\"><span class=\"mntl-sc-block-heading__text text-title-300\"> The One Bodycare Step She&#8217;s Prioritizing Right Now <\/span><\/h2>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_20-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> &#8220;Definitely an &#8216;everything shower.&#8217; Before competitions, I make sure my skin isn&#8217;t dry\u2014especially in the cold, it can get tricky. I also use the Gillette Venus MoistureGlide Gold Women&#8217;s Razor.&#8221;<\/p>\n<figure id=\"mntl-sc-block_22-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-image mntl-sc-block-image figure-landscape figure-high-res\">\n<div class=\"figure-media\">\n<div class=\"img-placeholder\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2000\" height=\"1500\" alt=\"Person with layered hairstyle and bangs in an indoor setting with decorative elements in the background\" class=\"lazyload mntl-image mntl-image universal-image__image\" id=\"mntl-sc-block-image_2-0\" src=\"https:\/\/www.byrdie.com\/thmb\/Sv_Nkn66ize7fYDJOVKez5c0QPQ=\/1500x0\/filters:no_upscale():max_bytes(150000):strip_icc():format(webp)\/alysa2-3d2a888bd43c49b3937fa323b514d2bc.png\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.byrdie.com\/thmb\/Sv_Nkn66ize7fYDJOVKez5c0QPQ=\/1500x0\/filters:no_upscale():max_bytes(150000):strip_icc():format(webp)\/alysa2-3d2a888bd43c49b3937fa323b514d2bc.png\" width=\"2000\" height=\"1500\" class=\"img--noscript mntl-image mntl-image universal-image__image\" alt=\"Person with layered hairstyle and bangs in an indoor setting with decorative elements in the background\"><\/div>\n<\/div><figcaption id=\"mntl-figure-caption_2-0\" class=\"comp mntl-figure-caption text-utility-100 figure-article-caption\"><span class=\"figure-article-caption-owner\"><\/p>\n<p>@alysaxliu \/ instagram<\/p>\n<p><\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h2 id=\"mntl-sc-block_23-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-block-heading\"><span class=\"mntl-sc-block-heading__text text-title-300\"> The One Self-Care Ritual That Helps Her Feel Most Confident <\/span><\/h2>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_24-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> &#8220;Getting enough sleep. I also use Normatec pants to get my blood flowing in my legs, and I make sure to stretch before bed. It&#8217;s been my goal to stretch more consistently.&#8221;\n<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"mntl-sc-block_26-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-block-heading\"><span class=\"mntl-sc-block-heading__text text-title-300\"> The One Way She Protects Her Mental Health <\/span><\/h2>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_27-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> &#8220;I never see hate, so I guess that&#8217;s part of it, but I really try to stay off social media. I press &#8216;not interested&#8217; every time I see anything related to me, or like, figure skating in general. I try not to consume too much\u2014even the love\u2014you gotta keep it at a limit, for sure.&#8221;\n<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"mntl-sc-block_29-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-block-heading\"><span class=\"mntl-sc-block-heading__text text-title-300\"> The One Thing People Always Get Wrong About Figure Skating <\/span><\/h2>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_30-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> &#8220;We train in the summer, too. I don&#8217;t know if people think otherwise, but our summer training is lighter, of course. We still hit the gym and go to the rink at least four or five times a week in the off-season.&#8221;\n<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"mntl-sc-block_32-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-block-heading\"><span class=\"mntl-sc-block-heading__text text-title-300\"> The One Moment From Milan She&#8217;ll Cherish Forever <\/span><\/h2>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_33-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> &#8220;Spending time with my teammates has been so cool, and I don&#8217;t want it to end. I&#8217;ll cherish all the memories we made together, watching competitions in the common area. It&#8217;s just been really fun.&#8221;\n<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"mntl-sc-block_35-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-block-heading\"><span class=\"mntl-sc-block-heading__text text-title-300\"> The One Thing She&#8217;s Doing When She Gets Home <\/span><\/h2>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_36-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> &#8220;I would love to unpack, but I will probably sleep.&#8221;\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"loc article-post-content\">\n<div id=\"beauty-breadcrumbs--chips_1-0\" class=\"comp beauty-breadcrumbs--chips mntl-universal-breadcrumbs--chips mntl-block\">\n<div id=\"mntl-breadcrumbs__read-more_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-breadcrumbs__read-more mntl-text-block text-title-100\">Read more:<\/div>\n<ul id=\"mntl-universal-breadcrumbs_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-universal-breadcrumbs mntl-block text-label-300 breadcrumbs\" data-tracking-container=\"true\">\n<li id=\"mntl-breadcrumbs__item_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-breadcrumbs__item mntl-block\"><span class=\"link__wrapper\">News<\/span><\/li>\n<li id=\"mntl-breadcrumbs__item_2-0\" class=\"comp mntl-breadcrumbs__item mntl-block\"><span class=\"link__wrapper\">Celebrities<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/article>\n<div class=\"loc article-content\">\n<div id=\"mntl-block_2-0\" class=\"comp mntl-block article__body right-rail\">\n<figure id=\"mntl-universal-primary-image_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-universal-primary-image primary-image\" data-tracking-container=\"true\">\n<div class=\"primary-image__media\">\n<div class=\"img-placeholder\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.byrdie.com\/thmb\/G7YsUGxhGkphEniwPHNX-DroWB0=\/1500x0\/filters:no_upscale():max_bytes(150000):strip_icc():format(webp)\/Byr_TOT_AlysaLiu_Lead-6ba77ef2697e4a6399fed69ba814299f.jpg\" width=\"4000\" height=\"3000\" alt=\"Figure skater Alysa Liu smiling and holding a gold medal\" class=\" primary-image__image mntl-primary-image--blurry\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.byrdie.com\/thmb\/G7YsUGxhGkphEniwPHNX-DroWB0=\/1500x0\/filters:no_upscale():max_bytes(150000):strip_icc():format(webp)\/Byr_TOT_AlysaLiu_Lead-6ba77ef2697e4a6399fed69ba814299f.jpg\" width=\"4000\" height=\"3000\" class=\"loaded primary-img--noscript primary-image__image mntl-primary-image--blurry\" alt=\"Figure skater Alysa Liu smiling and holding a gold medal\"><\/div>\n<\/div><figcaption id=\"primary-image__figcap_1-0\" class=\"comp primary-image__figcap mntl-figure-caption figure-article-caption\"><span class=\"figure-article-caption-owner\"><\/p>\n<p>Getty Images \/ Byrdie<\/p>\n<p><\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<div id=\"mntl-sc-page_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-page mntl-block\" data-sc-sticky-offset=\"125\" data-sc-ad-label-height=\"16\" data-sc-ad-track-spacing=\"100\" data-sc-min-track-height=\"250\" data-sc-max-track-height=\"600\" data-sc-breakpoint=\"50em\" data-sc-load-immediate=\"5\" data-sc-content-positions=\"[1, 1250, 1, 1, 1, 1, 1, 1, 1]\" data-bind-scroll-on-start=\"true\">\n<div id=\"mntl-sc-block_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-callout--seriesintro beauty-sc-block-callout mntl-sc-block-callout mntl-block theme-seriesintro\" data-tracking-id=\"mntl-sc-block-callout\" data-tracking-container=\"true\">\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block-callout-heading_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block-callout-heading mntl-text-block\">The One Thing<\/p>\n<div id=\"mntl-sc-block-callout-body_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block-callout-body mntl-text-block\">\n<p><em>Our series\u00a0<strong>The One Thing<\/strong>\u00a0is a Sparknotes version of the products, rituals, and moments your favorite celebrities and influencers swear by\u2014their go-tos, must-haves, and can\u2019t-live-withouts.\u00a0So go ahead\u2014take<strong>\u00a0<\/strong>a brief, intimate peek into the lives of your favorites through the things (and people, and moments) they hold dear.<\/em><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_2-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> Alysa Liu&#8217;s 15 years of figure skating training culminated in one of the most unforgettable moments of the 2026 Winter Olympics. At just 20, she etched her name into history\u2014becoming the first American woman to win an individual Olympic figure skating medal since Sasha Cohen in 2006 and the first to take home gold since Sarah Hughes in 2002.\u00a0\n<\/p>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_4-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> Alongside her accomplishments on the ice, Alysa Liu has built a growing presence outside of sports, collaborating with brands like Gillette Venus that naturally align with her personal routine. Fresh off her monumental win, we caught up with Liu to talk about her time in Milan, how she&#8217;s caring for her body during this demanding time, and the ways she protects her mental health when all eyes are on her.\n<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"mntl-sc-block_6-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-block-heading\"><span class=\"mntl-sc-block-heading__text text-title-300\"> The One Thing She Felt After Winning Gold <\/span><\/h2>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_7-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> &#8220;I was really happy with how I skated. Right after I finished my ending pose, I was celebrating the whole time. The vibes were really good in that arena that night.&#8221;\n<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"mntl-sc-block_9-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-block-heading\"><span class=\"mntl-sc-block-heading__text text-title-300\"> The One Thing She Loves About Her Hair <\/span><\/h2>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_10-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> &#8220;I love finding little ways to express myself. Hair is one of those outlets for me. I&#8217;ve been retouching the lines [in my hair] a lot this year, so they&#8217;re looking better than ever. Every year, I just keep adding another line.&#8221;\n<\/p>\n<figure id=\"mntl-sc-block_12-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-image mntl-sc-block-image figure-landscape figure-high-res\">\n<div class=\"figure-media\">\n<div class=\"img-placeholder\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2000\" height=\"1500\" alt=\"A woman holding two gold medals and smiling with closed eyes\" class=\"lazyload mntl-image mntl-image universal-image__image\" id=\"mntl-sc-block-image_1-0\" src=\"https:\/\/www.byrdie.com\/thmb\/Z-XjhRsXMP1SYwb935UmIHmHhR8=\/1500x0\/filters:no_upscale():max_bytes(150000):strip_icc():format(webp)\/alysa-b2c02b6d0eae46f7af1c89bee11392be.png\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.byrdie.com\/thmb\/Z-XjhRsXMP1SYwb935UmIHmHhR8=\/1500x0\/filters:no_upscale():max_bytes(150000):strip_icc():format(webp)\/alysa-b2c02b6d0eae46f7af1c89bee11392be.png\" width=\"2000\" height=\"1500\" class=\"img--noscript mntl-image mntl-image universal-image__image\" alt=\"A woman holding two gold medals and smiling with closed eyes\"><\/div>\n<\/div><figcaption id=\"mntl-figure-caption_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-figure-caption text-utility-100 figure-article-caption\"><span class=\"figure-article-caption-owner\"><\/p>\n<p>@alysaxliu \/ instagram<\/p>\n<p><\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h2 id=\"mntl-sc-block_13-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-block-heading\"><span class=\"mntl-sc-block-heading__text text-title-300\"> The One Hair Product She Used Every Day in Milan <\/span><\/h2>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_14-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> &#8220;A hair mask. Honestly, I use one all the time. I don&#8217;t think you&#8217;re technically supposed to use one every time you wash your hair, but I do, and my hair always feels so soft.&#8221;\n<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"mntl-sc-block_16-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-block-heading\"><span class=\"mntl-sc-block-heading__text text-title-300\"> The One Makeup Routine That Got Her Through the Olympics <\/span><\/h2>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_17-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> &#8220;When I perform, I try to look my best. Gel liner is a must, and I always use tubing mascara\u2014this year I found it, and honestly, it&#8217;s a game changer. I finish with Rare Beauty&#8217;s Soft Pinch Tinted Lip Oil. I don&#8217;t wear foundation or concealer, so nothing can melt off.&#8221;\n<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"mntl-sc-block_19-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-block-heading\"><span class=\"mntl-sc-block-heading__text text-title-300\"> The One Bodycare Step She&#8217;s Prioritizing Right Now <\/span><\/h2>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_20-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> &#8220;Definitely an &#8216;everything shower.&#8217; Before competitions, I make sure my skin isn&#8217;t dry\u2014especially in the cold, it can get tricky. I also use the Gillette Venus MoistureGlide Gold Women&#8217;s Razor.&#8221;<\/p>\n<figure id=\"mntl-sc-block_22-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-image mntl-sc-block-image figure-landscape figure-high-res\">\n<div class=\"figure-media\">\n<div class=\"img-placeholder\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2000\" height=\"1500\" alt=\"Person with layered hairstyle and bangs in an indoor setting with decorative elements in the background\" class=\"lazyload mntl-image mntl-image universal-image__image\" id=\"mntl-sc-block-image_2-0\" src=\"https:\/\/www.byrdie.com\/thmb\/Sv_Nkn66ize7fYDJOVKez5c0QPQ=\/1500x0\/filters:no_upscale():max_bytes(150000):strip_icc():format(webp)\/alysa2-3d2a888bd43c49b3937fa323b514d2bc.png\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.byrdie.com\/thmb\/Sv_Nkn66ize7fYDJOVKez5c0QPQ=\/1500x0\/filters:no_upscale():max_bytes(150000):strip_icc():format(webp)\/alysa2-3d2a888bd43c49b3937fa323b514d2bc.png\" width=\"2000\" height=\"1500\" class=\"img--noscript mntl-image mntl-image universal-image__image\" alt=\"Person with layered hairstyle and bangs in an indoor setting with decorative elements in the background\"><\/div>\n<\/div><figcaption id=\"mntl-figure-caption_2-0\" class=\"comp mntl-figure-caption text-utility-100 figure-article-caption\"><span class=\"figure-article-caption-owner\"><\/p>\n<p>@alysaxliu \/ instagram<\/p>\n<p><\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h2 id=\"mntl-sc-block_23-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-block-heading\"><span class=\"mntl-sc-block-heading__text text-title-300\"> The One Self-Care Ritual That Helps Her Feel Most Confident <\/span><\/h2>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_24-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> &#8220;Getting enough sleep. I also use Normatec pants to get my blood flowing in my legs, and I make sure to stretch before bed. It&#8217;s been my goal to stretch more consistently.&#8221;\n<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"mntl-sc-block_26-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-block-heading\"><span class=\"mntl-sc-block-heading__text text-title-300\"> The One Way She Protects Her Mental Health <\/span><\/h2>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_27-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> &#8220;I never see hate, so I guess that&#8217;s part of it, but I really try to stay off social media. I press &#8216;not interested&#8217; every time I see anything related to me, or like, figure skating in general. I try not to consume too much\u2014even the love\u2014you gotta keep it at a limit, for sure.&#8221;\n<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"mntl-sc-block_29-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-block-heading\"><span class=\"mntl-sc-block-heading__text text-title-300\"> The One Thing People Always Get Wrong About Figure Skating <\/span><\/h2>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_30-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> &#8220;We train in the summer, too. I don&#8217;t know if people think otherwise, but our summer training is lighter, of course. We still hit the gym and go to the rink at least four or five times a week in the off-season.&#8221;\n<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"mntl-sc-block_32-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-block-heading\"><span class=\"mntl-sc-block-heading__text text-title-300\"> The One Moment From Milan She&#8217;ll Cherish Forever <\/span><\/h2>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_33-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> &#8220;Spending time with my teammates has been so cool, and I don&#8217;t want it to end. I&#8217;ll cherish all the memories we made together, watching competitions in the common area. It&#8217;s just been really fun.&#8221;\n<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"mntl-sc-block_35-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-block-heading\"><span class=\"mntl-sc-block-heading__text text-title-300\"> The One Thing She&#8217;s Doing When She Gets Home <\/span><\/h2>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_36-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> &#8220;I would love to unpack, but I will probably sleep.&#8221;\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"mntl-sc-page_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-page mntl-block\" data-sc-sticky-offset=\"125\" data-sc-ad-label-height=\"16\" data-sc-ad-track-spacing=\"100\" data-sc-min-track-height=\"250\" data-sc-max-track-height=\"600\" data-sc-breakpoint=\"50em\" data-sc-load-immediate=\"5\" data-sc-content-positions=\"[1, 1250, 1, 1, 1, 1, 1, 1, 1]\" data-bind-scroll-on-start=\"true\">\n<div id=\"mntl-sc-block_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-callout--seriesintro beauty-sc-block-callout mntl-sc-block-callout mntl-block theme-seriesintro\" data-tracking-id=\"mntl-sc-block-callout\" data-tracking-container=\"true\">\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block-callout-heading_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block-callout-heading mntl-text-block\">The One Thing<\/p>\n<div id=\"mntl-sc-block-callout-body_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block-callout-body mntl-text-block\">\n<p><em>Our series\u00a0<strong>The One Thing<\/strong>\u00a0is a Sparknotes version of the products, rituals, and moments your favorite celebrities and influencers swear by\u2014their go-tos, must-haves, and can\u2019t-live-withouts.\u00a0So go ahead\u2014take<strong>\u00a0<\/strong>a brief, intimate peek into the lives of your favorites through the things (and people, and moments) they hold dear.<\/em><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_2-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> Alysa Liu&#8217;s 15 years of figure skating training culminated in one of the most unforgettable moments of the 2026 Winter Olympics. At just 20, she etched her name into history\u2014becoming the first American woman to win an individual Olympic figure skating medal since Sasha Cohen in 2006 and the first to take home gold since Sarah Hughes in 2002.\u00a0\n<\/p>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_4-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> Alongside her accomplishments on the ice, Alysa Liu has built a growing presence outside of sports, collaborating with brands like Gillette Venus that naturally align with her personal routine. Fresh off her monumental win, we caught up with Liu to talk about her time in Milan, how she&#8217;s caring for her body during this demanding time, and the ways she protects her mental health when all eyes are on her.\n<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"mntl-sc-block_6-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-block-heading\"><span class=\"mntl-sc-block-heading__text text-title-300\"> The One Thing She Felt After Winning Gold <\/span><\/h2>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_7-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> &#8220;I was really happy with how I skated. Right after I finished my ending pose, I was celebrating the whole time. The vibes were really good in that arena that night.&#8221;\n<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"mntl-sc-block_9-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-block-heading\"><span class=\"mntl-sc-block-heading__text text-title-300\"> The One Thing She Loves About Her Hair <\/span><\/h2>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_10-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> &#8220;I love finding little ways to express myself. Hair is one of those outlets for me. I&#8217;ve been retouching the lines [in my hair] a lot this year, so they&#8217;re looking better than ever. Every year, I just keep adding another line.&#8221;\n<\/p>\n<figure id=\"mntl-sc-block_12-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-image mntl-sc-block-image figure-landscape figure-high-res\">\n<div class=\"figure-media\">\n<div class=\"img-placeholder\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2000\" height=\"1500\" alt=\"A woman holding two gold medals and smiling with closed eyes\" class=\"lazyload mntl-image mntl-image universal-image__image\" id=\"mntl-sc-block-image_1-0\" src=\"https:\/\/www.byrdie.com\/thmb\/Z-XjhRsXMP1SYwb935UmIHmHhR8=\/1500x0\/filters:no_upscale():max_bytes(150000):strip_icc():format(webp)\/alysa-b2c02b6d0eae46f7af1c89bee11392be.png\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.byrdie.com\/thmb\/Z-XjhRsXMP1SYwb935UmIHmHhR8=\/1500x0\/filters:no_upscale():max_bytes(150000):strip_icc():format(webp)\/alysa-b2c02b6d0eae46f7af1c89bee11392be.png\" width=\"2000\" height=\"1500\" class=\"img--noscript mntl-image mntl-image universal-image__image\" alt=\"A woman holding two gold medals and smiling with closed eyes\"><\/div>\n<\/div><figcaption id=\"mntl-figure-caption_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-figure-caption text-utility-100 figure-article-caption\"><span class=\"figure-article-caption-owner\"><\/p>\n<p>@alysaxliu \/ instagram<\/p>\n<p><\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h2 id=\"mntl-sc-block_13-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-block-heading\"><span class=\"mntl-sc-block-heading__text text-title-300\"> The One Hair Product She Used Every Day in Milan <\/span><\/h2>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_14-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> &#8220;A hair mask. Honestly, I use one all the time. I don&#8217;t think you&#8217;re technically supposed to use one every time you wash your hair, but I do, and my hair always feels so soft.&#8221;\n<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"mntl-sc-block_16-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-block-heading\"><span class=\"mntl-sc-block-heading__text text-title-300\"> The One Makeup Routine That Got Her Through the Olympics <\/span><\/h2>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_17-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> &#8220;When I perform, I try to look my best. Gel liner is a must, and I always use tubing mascara\u2014this year I found it, and honestly, it&#8217;s a game changer. I finish with Rare Beauty&#8217;s Soft Pinch Tinted Lip Oil. I don&#8217;t wear foundation or concealer, so nothing can melt off.&#8221;\n<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"mntl-sc-block_19-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-block-heading\"><span class=\"mntl-sc-block-heading__text text-title-300\"> The One Bodycare Step She&#8217;s Prioritizing Right Now <\/span><\/h2>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_20-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> &#8220;Definitely an &#8216;everything shower.&#8217; Before competitions, I make sure my skin isn&#8217;t dry\u2014especially in the cold, it can get tricky. I also use the Gillette Venus MoistureGlide Gold Women&#8217;s Razor.&#8221;<\/p>\n<figure id=\"mntl-sc-block_22-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-image mntl-sc-block-image figure-landscape figure-high-res\">\n<div class=\"figure-media\">\n<div class=\"img-placeholder\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2000\" height=\"1500\" alt=\"Person with layered hairstyle and bangs in an indoor setting with decorative elements in the background\" class=\"lazyload mntl-image mntl-image universal-image__image\" id=\"mntl-sc-block-image_2-0\" src=\"https:\/\/www.byrdie.com\/thmb\/Sv_Nkn66ize7fYDJOVKez5c0QPQ=\/1500x0\/filters:no_upscale():max_bytes(150000):strip_icc():format(webp)\/alysa2-3d2a888bd43c49b3937fa323b514d2bc.png\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.byrdie.com\/thmb\/Sv_Nkn66ize7fYDJOVKez5c0QPQ=\/1500x0\/filters:no_upscale():max_bytes(150000):strip_icc():format(webp)\/alysa2-3d2a888bd43c49b3937fa323b514d2bc.png\" width=\"2000\" height=\"1500\" class=\"img--noscript mntl-image mntl-image universal-image__image\" alt=\"Person with layered hairstyle and bangs in an indoor setting with decorative elements in the background\"><\/div>\n<\/div><figcaption id=\"mntl-figure-caption_2-0\" class=\"comp mntl-figure-caption text-utility-100 figure-article-caption\"><span class=\"figure-article-caption-owner\"><\/p>\n<p>@alysaxliu \/ instagram<\/p>\n<p><\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h2 id=\"mntl-sc-block_23-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-block-heading\"><span class=\"mntl-sc-block-heading__text text-title-300\"> The One Self-Care Ritual That Helps Her Feel Most Confident <\/span><\/h2>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_24-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> &#8220;Getting enough sleep. I also use Normatec pants to get my blood flowing in my legs, and I make sure to stretch before bed. It&#8217;s been my goal to stretch more consistently.&#8221;\n<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"mntl-sc-block_26-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-block-heading\"><span class=\"mntl-sc-block-heading__text text-title-300\"> The One Way She Protects Her Mental Health <\/span><\/h2>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_27-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> &#8220;I never see hate, so I guess that&#8217;s part of it, but I really try to stay off social media. I press &#8216;not interested&#8217; every time I see anything related to me, or like, figure skating in general. I try not to consume too much\u2014even the love\u2014you gotta keep it at a limit, for sure.&#8221;\n<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"mntl-sc-block_29-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-block-heading\"><span class=\"mntl-sc-block-heading__text text-title-300\"> The One Thing People Always Get Wrong About Figure Skating <\/span><\/h2>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_30-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> &#8220;We train in the summer, too. I don&#8217;t know if people think otherwise, but our summer training is lighter, of course. We still hit the gym and go to the rink at least four or five times a week in the off-season.&#8221;\n<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"mntl-sc-block_32-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-block-heading\"><span class=\"mntl-sc-block-heading__text text-title-300\"> The One Moment From Milan She&#8217;ll Cherish Forever <\/span><\/h2>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_33-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> &#8220;Spending time with my teammates has been so cool, and I don&#8217;t want it to end. I&#8217;ll cherish all the memories we made together, watching competitions in the common area. It&#8217;s just been really fun.&#8221;\n<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"mntl-sc-block_35-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-block-heading\"><span class=\"mntl-sc-block-heading__text text-title-300\"> The One Thing She&#8217;s Doing When She Gets Home <\/span><\/h2>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_36-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> &#8220;I would love to unpack, but I will probably sleep.&#8221;\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p>[analyse_source url=&#8221;https:\/\/www.byrdie.com\/alysa-liu-interview-11912018&#8243;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>[analyse_image type=&#8221;featured&#8221; src=&#8221;https:\/\/www.byrdie.com\/thmb\/b9FkX6MIFqEiFjKD7TWywROU6AQ=\/1500&#215;0\/filters:no_upscale():max_bytes(150000):strip_icc()\/Byr_TOT_AlysaLiu_Social-a42f8be05ebf4b82a707cf7d58217fa8.jpg&#8221;] If you click on links we provide, we may receive compensation. 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