Maybelline New York has announced Brazilian supermodel Adriana Lima is returning to the much-loved brand after serving as a global spokesperson from 2003 to 2009.

The model will rejoin an elite group of current spokeswomen including Christy Turlington, Emily DiDonato, Jourdan Dunn, Marloes Horst, and a host of others.

“We are honoured to welcome back Adriana to our amazing roster of spokespeople,” declares Jerome Bruhat, Global Brand President of Maybelline New York.

“Globally, women admire not only Adriana’s beauty but also her commitment to helping those in need. We are honoured to partner with her again. Her passion for life and positive energy is undeniable.”

Lima said it was wonderful to be a part of the brand again.

“I am proud to say I am a Maybelline girl, and I look forward to the work we will do together. The imagery is always beautiful and positive which is what I admire most about the brand. To be a part of that again is a dream come true.”