LA-based make-up artist turned vlogger Claire Marshall is a Youtube sensation and beauty expert — and the girl’s got style to boot. Her videos receive hundreds of thousands of views; she’s got fans around the world who’ll literally wait hours just to meet her…basically, she’s a rock star for the millenial age.

That’s why this lifestyle guru is the perfect candidate to answer the age-old question – what does a woman want?

What do you first notice about a guy’s look?

How he carries himself.

What’s the best thing a guy can do for his skin / hair?

Keep it simple. Nothing wrong with a basic skincare routine or finding a barber you like.

What’s the worst?

Tanning

What’s the best gift you’ve gotten from a guy?

For Christmas this past year my boyfriend got us tickets to see The Nutcracker. It was such a thoughtful gift because he knew I’d been a ballerina growing up and it would be his first time seeing a ballet. Sharing that experience with him was very special and I smile every time I think about it.

What’s the best gift you’ve given a guy?

For my boyfriend’s birthday I got us a helicopter tour of New York. Throughout our long distance relationship (NY ⟷ LA) we’ve shared a lot of wonderful experiences together and he was just starting to talk about moving to the West Coast. I thought it would be a one of a kind experience for us to share and a way for him to see the city he loved in a new way.

What’s one thing you wish guys understood about women?

You can’t blame everything on our ovaries and a lot of the time we have very different ideas of what “natural makeup” looks like.

How important is…

his place?

his job?

his fitness level?

his ability to cook?

I think it’s important to find a passion and a balance. A passion because whether it’s your job, hobby or home, seeing someone live what they love can be so contagious and I love that. Finding a balance so you can do what you love and live a comfortable life. Also it doesn’t hurt to do some fitness or have the ability to make a killer grilled cheese.

What’s a guy’s best opening line?

“Hey”

Quick Hits

Favorite men’s cologne

Tom Ford Tobacco Vanille or YSL L’Homme

Grooming product you’ve stolen from a boyfriend

I’ve been known to borrow hair product when in a bind.

Beauty product you’ve had a boyfriend steal from you?

Razor

Best 1st date

Dinner and conversation

Best 1,000th date

Anywhere that requires a suitcase/passport

Facial hair yes or no?

I prefer no facial hair but I can appreciate a well kept beard.

Hair long enough for a man bun: yes or no

As long as it’s not longer than mine, go for it.

Manscaping: yes or no

Nothing wrong with some maintenance.

Running sneakers with jeans: yes or no?

Where are you running to in those jeans?

Call or text?

Text me any time but if you really mean it, you’ll call.

Emojis: yes or no

Tell me:

How do you feel about the man-bun? Have you sported it? Would you?

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