MBG: What are your go-to tips and tricks for looking pulled together all the time?
I have a uniform. I wear the exact same thing every single day – just in variation. I’m a big fan of tunics, button downs, and leggings, particularly leather leggings. They can be worn with booties and a white button down or oversized sweater – this is essentially my go-to look. I can put a blazer over it, or pair it with heels or casual shoes.
MBG: What are some of your beauty staples?
My skincare is pretty simple – I’m into the no-makeup look lately. But I’m also a makeup artist, so I love makeup. In the morning, I just splash water on my face, moisturize, put on balm and I do my eyebrows. I love Bobbi Brown products for my eyebrows, it just makes me feel done. I also love NARS Cruella lip pencil – no matter where I go – Target, picking up the kids from school or meeting a client in the city, I will be wearing NARS Cruella. I’ve been wearing it for 6 years now, and I absolutely love it. It stays on all day long and looks great with olive or darker skin tones.
From left to right: NARS Velvet Matte Lip Pencil in Cruella; Bobbi Brown Perfectly Defined Long Wear Brow Pencil
MBG: What are some great beauty brands for Latina skin?
When I started my career in beauty I worked for a pretty popular brand. I noticed that they didn’t cater to women of color. When I asked about it, I was told that “they really don’t buy.” I was really put off and I put in my resignation shortly thereafter. I can’t work for a brand who isn’t willing to cater to someone like myself.
I started working for Bobbi Brown 6 years ago and they absolutely cater to women of color with a wide variety of products, not just one or two products. NARS, Bobbi Brown, MAC, Laura Mercier, these are all great high-end brands that cater to women of color.
MBG: Who are your beauty and style muses?
I’m obsessed with Olivia Palermo. She just always gets it right in regards to style. Also, Sienna Miller is a big favorite of mine.
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