The Beauty Direction Behind Jericho Rosales’ Preview February 2026 Cover

At the 2008 Metro Manila Film Festival, Viva Films entered Baler, a romantic war drama directed by Mark Meily.

Set during the final years of Spanish rule in the Philippines, the film traces the forbidden romance between Feliza, the Filipina daughter of a rebel commander, and Celso, a half-Spanish soldier. As expected, their relationship is tested at every turn—most notably during the year-long blockade known as the Siege of Baler.

It marked the first time Anne Curtis and Jericho Rosales shared the silver screen. It was also the first time EJ Caro’s makeup brushes touched the leading man’s face. Nearly two decades later, Anne and Jericho have reunited for another film—and EJ remains right by his side.

“Nung nag makeup ako kay Jericho for Baler, nakatutok lang ako sa kanya the whole movie. Doon nag start, then dire-diretso na,” EJ fondly recalls.

On set, Echo is the picture of professionalism, committing fully to what is asked of him. “Kung may pegs, susundin niya,” EJ shared, noting how willing he is to inhabit a role from the inside out. “Kunwari magte-teleserye kami, may mga kailangan siyang looks,” he explained—adjustments that depend entirely on the character he’s portraying, and ones Echo takes on without hesitation.

That same discipline was evident during the cover shoot, where he shifted seamlessly between moods for each layout. When this was pointed out, EJ simply laughed and affirmed, “Oo, ganun siyang tao.”

For Preview’s February 2026 cover, Jericho rocked one hair and makeup look all throughout. His features were merely enhanced, putting his natural charms at the forefront.

EJ describes this look as close to—if not exactly—the direction they typically take. When aiming for natural makeup, he emphasizes adjusting your routine to suit your specific needs. In Echo’s case, hyperpigmentation and melasma tend to sit along the hollows of his cheekbones. “Kailangan i-angat ko lang nang konti,” EJ explained, noting that a touch of highlighter helps lift and brighten the area. He also pays careful attention to the T-zone to ensure the skin looks balanced and refined on camera.

He noted, however, that they sometimes turn these imperfections into a strength and asset, saying that trying too hard to cover them may lead to a thick base and to a skin appearance that’s just not realistic. “Sige, use lang natin ‘yan,” Echo would confidently tell him.

EJ’s pro tip for doing natural looks is to thoroughly prep the skin. Ahead, find the exact products he used on Jericho for shoot day.

Inspired by regenerative medicine, the Dior Capture Eye Creme smoothens the skin, corrects visible signs of fatigue, and brightens the eye area. It utilizes OX-C Treatment technology, equipped with regenerating and filling power, to triple collagen and promote firmer skin.

Further helping to make the eyes appear rested and rejuvenated is the Dior Prestige Le Micro-Sérum de Rose Yeux Advanced. It visibly reshapes the eye contour and fills expression lines, bringing out a more youthful and radiant appearance.

The Dior Prestige Le Concentré Yeux is infused with Rosapeptide™, which reverses signs of aging. It especially helps lift the upper eyelids and the cheekbones. Fine lines and puffiness are addressed as well, leading to an illuminated complexion.

Designed for well-aging, Charlotte’s Magic Cream by Charlotte Tilbury is infused with hyaluronic acid to plump the skin and to leave it glowing. The intensely moisturizing formula nourishes and smoothens, too. It transforms the skin into a beautiful canvas for makeup.

For the lips, EJ applies the Laneige Lip Sleeping Mask, which was also recognized as a product worth emptying and repurchasing at the Preview Beauty Awards 2025. With its nourishing properties such as Berry Fruit Complex and Vitamin C, it leaves the lips soft and smooth. It’s no wonder why Jericho was constantly reapplying it throughout the shoot.