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Yahoo
01-08-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Anthony Hopkins channels Hannibal Lecter while trying on Kim Kardashian's Skims face wrap
"Thank you, Kim. Don't be afraid to come over for dinner," the Oscar winner wrote alongside an Instagram video. Hannibal Lecter has been resurrected once more — and he's feeling a little younger. Anthony Hopkins channeled his famous Silence of the Lambs character in a hilarious endorsement of Kim Kardashian's new Seamless Sculpt Face Wrap from her Skims shapewear line. In a video shared to his Instagram on Thursday, the Oscar winner can be seen in a colorful button-down shirt, arms crossed, with the face wrap covering his chin, neck, and ears. The look is comically reminiscent of the mask his cannibal serial killer character is forced to wear in the 1991 film to ensure he doesn't bite anyone. "Hello Kim, I'm already feeling 10 years younger," he says in the clip, using the same mannerisms as Hannibal before ominously telling the camera goodbye. Tagging Kardashian and her company in the caption, Hopkins added, "Thank you, Kim. Don't be afraid to come over for dinner." The caption seems to be a further ode to the film. In a pivotal jailhouse interview scene between Jodie Foster's Clarice Starling — a top student at the FBI's training academy — and Hopkins' Hannibal, he horrifies her with a story, telling her, "A census taker once tried to test me. I ate his liver with some fava beans and a nice Chianti." Towards the end of the film, he also famously tells her he's "having an old friend for dinner." The cheeky post caught the attention of movie fans and Hollywood stars alike, including Gwyneth Paltrow who commented, "Genius." The Rookie star Michael Beach weighed in as well: "Great actor with a great sense of humor!" Film lovers also got in on the fun, with one asking, "Are you having Kim for dinner???" And another noting, "This is the the best publicity you could get @kimkardashian ! lol. You have to reply. This is so epic!"Several fans also flooded the comments with iconic GIFs from the acclaimed 1991 horror film, which pulled off the rare feat of winning "the big 5" Academy Awards — Best Picture, Best Director, Best Adapted Screenplay, Best Actor (for Hopkins), and Best Actress (for Foster). It was the third film to do so. Hopkins' post comes just two days after the Seamless Sculpt Face Wrap first dropped online, promptly making waves on social media. Described as "a must-have addition to your nightly routine," the wrap utilizes the brand's "signature sculpting fabric and features collagen yarns for ultra-soft jaw support. Velcro closures at the top and nape of the neck allow for easy, everyday wear." Read the original article on Entertainment Weekly Solve the daily Crossword
Cosmopolitan
30-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Cosmopolitan
‘Is SKIMS' new facial shapewear the key to youthful skin, or actually perpetuating harmful beauty standards?'
As a beauty journalist, I'm privy to some of the best skincare, haircare and makeup innovation on the market. From the unmatched technology in FaceGym's Pro EMS tool to the biomimetic science in K18's formulas, there's no end to the products breaking new ground in the industry. And yet, when it comes to Kim Kardashian's new Seamless Sculpt Face Wrap, the promise of a lifted jaw and collagen-plumped skin is actually just leaving me deflated. Overnight [29 July], Kim Kardashian's fashion brand, SKIMS, announced its first foray into the beauty world with the new product, and it comes with a seemingly impressive list of ple. "Just Dropped: The Ultimate Face — our first-ever face innovation, made with signature sculpting fabric and infused with collagen yarns for ultra-soft jaw support," the brand announced, adding that it's a 'must-have face wrap' for 'everyday wear', which offers 'strong, targeted compression for shaping & sculpting.' As with anything the Kardashians do - but particularly when it comes to their purposefully controversial products (looking at you, nipple bra) - the internet was awash with mixed opinions. "Guys, there's straight up no science to back this,' one person wrote, before adding, 'Believe me, I've looked (I've always had a double chin) - save your money. Another said, "I'd love to know more about the 'collagen yarns' because the website says it's only nylon and spandex,' while others added, 'Is it April Fools?" and "Can't tell if this is trolling." So, what's the deal? What is collagen yarn? Is this face wrap the new gua sha? And could it be the answer to youthful, snatched-looking skin? Well, Dr Ahmed, widely known as The Aesthetics Doctor, is a trusted expert in non-invasive facial and body treatments (specialising in anti-ageing and body sculpting) and has shared his expertise on the Seamless Sculpt Face Wrap with Cosmopolitan UK. Used in the medical industry, collagen yarn is a textile infused with collagen to moisturise and improve texture in the skin. However, experts have 'not been able to formulate a product where the collagen can penetrate the skin deep enough to really make a significant difference. So, I think this could be a lot of marketing," Dr Ahmed says. "Wearing a tight garment like this can temporarily reduce puffiness and swelling, and have an almost shaping effect because it reduces any fluid in that area. But then, ultimately, things will just go back to how they were before. It doesn't actually permanently change anything," he adds. Generally, a product like this is safe to wear; however, continuous use can have consequences. "Constant pressure on the face can affect lymphatic drainage and the skin barrier, [cause] irritation and so on.' While the concept of using straps or bandages to shape the face has existed in varying cultures for centuries, the Kardashians' involvement in shaping modern beauty standards gives this chin strap an almost insidious undertone. Yes, Korean beauty trends, particularly the "V-line" look, have popularised the specific use of chin straps for achieving a more sculpted jawline, and young women have been seen taping and strapping their faces for recent TikTok beauty trends. But with a reach of over 6 million on the SKIMS Instagram account - and 350 million on Kim's own - the perpetuation of altering young women's bodies on such a scale – and to the extreme of bandaging your face overnight – is worrying. This goes beyond serums and moisturisers. Alex Light, body confidence activist, shared her thoughts on the product in a video that has amassed over 7,000 likes and counting. 'Can you imagine men wearing these?" she said to the camera, after initially questioning whether the launch was a joke. 'Sculpt your jaw as you sleep because even when you rest, women aren't allowed to let go.' Alex continues, "I really believe that this is so much deeper and more disturbing [than a product launch.] Our heads can't relax now; we have to compress all of our features because even our faces need to be tightly controlled and made to look as thin as possible." With a rise in popularity for everything from weight loss injections to facial taping and buccal fat removal, it's hard not to feel cynical about Kim's latest product release. Yes, we all want to feel good about ourselves and take care of our skin, but the chances are a Seamless Sculpt Face Wrap isn't going to answer our problems. Instead, it only seeks to push the narrative that women need to be 'sculpted' and snatched to be deemed worthy. Now more than ever, we're treading the line between playful beauty enhancements and unrealistic, idealised standards of what beauty looks like, and unless people at the top (Kim, I'm looking @ you) understand that, societal norms are only going to far outgrow reality. Follow Lia on Instagram. Lia Mappoura (she/her) is the Beauty Writer at Cosmopolitan UK. Covering everything from viral celebrity hair and makeup news to the latest trend predictions, she's an expert in recognising the season's next big beauty look (before it ends up all over your social media feeds). You'll usually find her putting TikTok's recent beauty hacks to the Hype Test, challenging the gender-makeup binary and social stereotypes, or fangirling over the time Kourtney Kardashian viewed her Instagram Story (yes, it's true). Find her also on LinkedIn.
Business Insider
05-05-2025
- Lifestyle
- Business Insider
Best Skims discount codes we've tested in May 2025
Skims was founded by Kim Kardashian just a few years ago and has been taking the internet by storm ever since. The brand's flattering, size-inclusive shapewear, loungewear, and lingerie are always going viral, but it can be pricey. That's why having a good Skims discount code to use at checkout is key. Our style experts on the Reviews Team have tested some of the most popular pieces in Skims' collection, and their quality lives up to the hype. We're particularly fans of the brand's Seamless Sculpt Brief Bodysuit is sleek, comfortably compressive, and versatile, earning it a spot in our guide to the best shapewear bodysuits. Read our full Skims bodysuit review to learn more about our testing process. There are some good markdowns on the Skims site, but using a coupon is the best way to save on your order. Some codes can even save you an extra 50% on top of other discounts, getting you the best price possible. In addition to browsing through the brand's ongoing deals, check out the best Skims discount codes we've tested below to save even more. Are there any other Skims sales running at the moment? You can find a full list of current markdowns on the "Sale" page of the Skims website at any time. As of the time of writing, Skims is running the following deals and promotions. Shop all current sales at Skims Shop bestselling styles on sale Shop shapewear on sale Shop loungewear on sale Shop dresses and bodysuits on sale All sale prices and promotions are automatically applied at checkout. How to use Skims discount codes Start by adding coupon-eligible items to your cart, then continue to checkout. On the checkout page, apply a coupon by pasting a code into the "Discount code or gift card" text box and clicking "Apply." From there, continue the checkout process by entering your shipping and billing information. Can you stack Skims discount codes? Skims does not allow discount codes to be stacked together. Only one coupon may be applied per order. Skims discount code frequently asked questions Does Skims offer discounts for students, teachers, and the military? As of the time of writing, Skims does not offer special discounts for students, teachers, or military members, so your best bet is to take advantage of the retailer's other coupons and deals. If you're a student or educator, check out our roundups of the best student discounts and best teacher discounts for more ways to save from your favorite brands. Does Skims offer free shipping? Skims offers free shipping on all orders over $75 in the United States. You may be required to pay a shipping fee if your order doesn't meet the spending minimum. Learn more about shipping on the Skims website. Looking for more shapewear? Check out our roundup of the best Spanx coupons. Also, read our roundups of the best Vuori discount codes and Athleta coupon codes for deals on activewear.
