As you know, part of your job in being a model is keeping your body in shape and your skin looking great. Your career depends on it! I know from personal experience that this time of year can be challenging to get motivated, so here are some tips to keep you feeling your best.

1: Drink lots of water. Hydration keeps your skin glowing.

2: Exfoliate. You need to regularly remove the top layer of dead skin cells that tend to dull your complexion.

3: Moisturize. No matter what your skin type.

4: Always use sunscreen. No matter what kind of complexion you have. It took me years to learn this, unfortunately, but it’s never too late to start.

5: Use tinted moisturizer, not foundation. Instead of using a full-coverage foundation, which settles into fine lines and makes you look older, opt for a tinted illuminating moisturizer. I learned this from my booker at Wilhelmina, and it works phenomenally!

6: Keep your body in shape by doing cardio three times a week. I recently discovered Zumba, which gets your heart rate up and burns lots of calories, but you are also dancing, so it’s FUN.

7: Stay toned. Try light weights, yoga and Pilates – they're all great choices. Do toning exercises three times a week.

8: Eat healthfully, but don't deprive yourself. Relax your diet once a week and incorporate one of your favorite foods.

9: Always stay clean-shaven or waxed. You never know what the next casting or job will call for – it might be a bikini! You don't want to be caught off guard.

10: Keep a positive outlook, and never take anything personally. Just because you don’t book a particular job, or are not called back by an agency doesn't mean that you aren't beautiful or don't have model potential. Be persistent: One day your look will be just what they are looking for!

And remember, a loving, positive energy and inner beauty shines outward. Don’t neglect your spirit.

Love,
Cindy

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