Selma Blair Talks Gold Jumpsuits, Skin Care Journey, and Her New Meaningful Beauty Collaboration

Accompanied by her service dog, Scout, Selma Blair continues to engage audiences with her characteristic humor and candor, traits that have endeared her to fans for years. The 53-year-old actress recently made headlines for her striking appearance at Kris Jenner’s 70th birthday party, where she donned a dazzling gold jumpsuit and voluminous hair, a look that sparked considerable conversation on social media.

Reflecting on her bold fashion choice, Blair said, “That whole look was a little out of my comfort zone. It was a James Bond invite, and all I could think of was Goldfinger. I just figured, ‘Okay, we’ll go gold.’ It was the first thing I tried on. It felt fun, but then I was like, ‘Oh gosh, I just need some hair. I need a whole look.’ I might have looked more like a blonde girl than a Bond girl, but it was so fun.”

Jumpsuit: Et Ochs; Jewelry: Alexis Bittar

She humorously likened her look to a character from the film Arthur, explaining, “I felt like the girl he opened up with—the hooker he took to dinner—and he’s saying, ‘She’s a princess of a very small country.’ I kept explaining that to everyone, which you’re not supposed to do. They’d say, ‘You look so fun,’ and I’m like, ‘I look like a hooker.’”

After sharing a laugh, she added, “Anyhow, it was a good talking point. And we’re still talking about it! I loved the party. The only thing I didn’t love was the jumpsuit. A jumpsuit is hard. I might be a little long in the tooth, but I gave it a shot.”

On her hairstyle, Blair expressed her delight: “I love having hair. I realize how much I miss hair—and pulling it back for an instant facelift. Once you bleach it and get older and start cutting it to maintain its integrity, you lose that. We all need a high ponytail past the age of 50. If I’m not going to get a facelift, I sure as hell need a ponytail lift. I’ll be adding hair in all my future things.”

Dress and Shoes: A.W.A.K.E; Jewelry: Alexis Bittar

While her memorable golden attire captured attention, Blair’s more profound narrative revolves around her ongoing battle with skin issues, which emerged after the birth of her son. “I had a really bad skin snafu,” she recalled. “Whether it was autoimmune, hormonal… I don’t know. But my skin was all rosacea, textured, burning. The more I threw all the best products at it, the worse it got. No one had an answer.”

After consulting various experts without success, she encountered one facialist who suggested a calming cleanser instead of active products. “She said, ‘Your barrier is really broken. Here, just try this calming cleanse.’ It was ESK,” Blair recounted. “I had never heard of it. It’s like this nondescript aesthetic bottle. But it worked. My skin started to calm down, so I tried a few more products of theirs.”

This marked a turning point for Blair. After meeting ESK co-founder and physician Dr. Ginni Mansberg, she felt a renewed sense of hope. “We discussed how I wanted to try something for my aging skin now that my barrier had healed,” she said. “I wanted to step it up; I don’t have fillers or Botox yet. I’ve tried it here and there, but I don’t have any right now. I wanted to up my skin game, but I was so afraid of the sensitivity factor I have.”

Together, they developed the Ultimate A Gold, a night cream designed for reactive skin, yet potent enough to combat the signs of aging. “It was a tall order, but we did it. There’s not a ton of things out there that are really gentle yet nurturing and still deal with aging skin.”

The product’s formulation was significant for Blair, who noted it did not trigger the sensitivity and inflammation commonly associated with retinoids. “That’s why it became the hero product of the collaboration,” she stated. “I’m really proud of it.”

Dress and Shoes: A.W.A.K.E; Jewelry: Alexis Bittar

For Blair, the essence of her collaboration lies not in the laboratory processes or packaging discussions, but in the meaningful conversations she shares with Dr. Mansberg. “The most fun part is getting to talk to Dr. Ginni and be like, ‘Wait, is this true? Can I use this right now? Can I use it all over my body?’ I’m worth it enough to put it all over my chest or torso or whatever!”

She appreciates the brand’s transparent approach, stating, “ESK is very basic in their wish to help people. Their site is really accessible. I love bringing something to people who normally wouldn’t be able to use vitamin A products.”

Blair acknowledges she is not alone in her challenges. “I thought I was a freak. But this happens to a lot of people—autoimmune, too many products, whatever the reason. It’s great to have something sensitive skin can handle. I need all the help I can get, and I love plumbing the depths of Dr. Ginni’s mind.”

With her audience in mind, Blair reflects on the practicality of beauty products. “I have a lot of chronically ill people who follow me. There’s not a lot of money left over for a glamorous six-product routine when you are dealing with all that. This feels like four products in one. It has the nutrients from the repair cream, Hydra Boost, Gentle Glow, and the anti-aging stuff, too. I honestly love it—you can tell how excited I am when I talk about it.”

When asked about the source of her energy, Blair paused for a moment before responding. “It’s funny, because I always feel like I don’t have enough. I wish I were like Richard Simmons,” she laughed. “Actually, scratch that. But I wish I could always keep going because we all need cheerleaders.”

Dress: Simkhai; Jewelry: Alexis Bittar

Regarding her health, Blair shared that she is currently stable after being diagnosed with multiple sclerosis in 2018. “I’m relapse-free. I found the right treatment for me, finally. It took many years and a lot of false starts. But I didn’t give up. I found the right doctor. I’m healing. When I go out, I realize: I’m the grown-up in the room. If we’re not going to be the ones cheerleading or having a good time, who is? I think we can have a responsibility to bring whatever joy we can.”

For Blair, beauty is an avenue for joy. “It’s meant to be discovered. I’m so happy on a set, seeing what products people use, seeing the hard work and the creativity. Now that my barrier is healed, I can try things without my skin freaking out and thinking it’ll instantly give me dermatitis.”

Looking to the future, Blair expressed optimism, stating, “I’m excited for a more gorgeous 2026. I hope for a whole turning of the page. People are mired in what they can’t do or the things they fear. But we’re still standing. We’re okay. I want a shift toward people being kind and supportive again. I think people are craving connection.”

Blair concluded with her trademark humor, “Plus, my hair will be longer by then, and I can put it in a ponytail. Let’s get to the practical things.”