NEWSWORTHY BEAUTY: SECRETS OF AN ANCHORWOMAN
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You may recognize this beauty from your TV screens- Jen Stagg is well known in the news & media world, especially here in Utah. She's an accomplished reporter and anchor, but she's also a new momma and the voice behind the blog
. I first discovered her blog when I came across this nursery photo online while I was looking for ideas for my own little cuties' nursery.
I LOVE photo walls, and this one really grabbed my attention. Anywho, I wound up on Jen's blog and immediately felt inspired by it. The voice behind the stories is genuine and offers a welcome breath of fresh air in the sometimes-stuffy world of blogging. You can see the rest of Jen's nursery
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I've always been fascinated with on-camera beauty. It is another world that most of us will never experience, but it's fair to say that we have all seen some not-so-good hairstyles and eye shadows on TV at one point or another! Luckily Jen has got it all figured out- so I wanted to ask her about her tips and tricks for looking flawless even at 4am!
M- What is your beauty mantra in five words or less?
J- Classic, modern, simple, pulled together
M- Your routine usually starts WAY early in the morning (or late at night!) on news days- do you have any time saving tips for getting ready quick?
J- It's an odd thing to put on full makeup at either 4 in the morning or 10:00 at night, and I usually have only a few minutes to get ready before it's time to step in front of the camera. I think it's important to start with a fresh palette. In the morning, I always wash my face with a gentle cleanser. Believe it or not, Oil of Olay is my fave. And it's cost friendly, which is great. If it's night time, I use a rice paper to get rid of extra oil and dirt. I think great makeup brushes also help with quick application. A quality foundation brush is a must. Mine is from
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M- What are your must-have on the go mommy products that we would find in your purse?
J-You'll always find chapstick on me! I can't stand dry lips. My favorite is
. I also always keep a hair elastic. I'm pretty low maintenance when I'm not working. I believe in natural beauty.
M- On Camera vs. Off Camera- what are the differences in your beauty routine?
J- Off camera, I usually wear moisturizer, some powder, a little mascara, and some lip gloss, unless I'm going out. It always feels so good to do less. When I'm working, I still keep it fairly simple, but add blush, eyeshadow, and some eyeliner. It's important to know which products work for you every time. Shimmers and sparkles are a no-go for on camera. I want people to pay attention to what I'm saying, not wondering what the weird glow is on my eye lid.
M-Favorite?
Shampoo and Conditioner: J-
. I love love love the way it smells and I always have a good hair day when I use it.
Perfume:
. It heats up quickly and does the trick.
Mascara: I've tried a million and I always come back to Loreal Voluminous. It thickens and lengthens, and it's cheap!
M- Any other tips/tricks or favorites you want to share with our readers?
J- I try to just enhance what the good Lord blessed me with, rather than changing the way I look. My hair is black. My skin tone is what it was meant to be. I've embraced these things about myself, and I believe in celebrating our differences in appearance. Can you imagine me as a blonde? Gasp!
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Isn't Jen's approach to beauty refreshing? I love that she knows herself and decides to enhance rather than change. I made this same New Years Resolution this year and challenged you guys to do the same, read about it and join the movement
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Thank you Jen for taking us behind the scenes with you! Be sure and check out her
, you will not be disappointed. Do you have any on-camera beauty products that you love? Let me know in the comments below, and follow along so we can stay in touch.
