When I started this site, I thought about casting models to appear in the photos. Then my friends suggested that I pull an Oprah and hire myself as the model. After all, who could model it better than me they said. Well, I’m completely flattered and grateful for their suggestion. So I model and enjoy the fun.

Before I stand in front of the camera, even with makeup, my skin has to be nearly flawless like an artist’s canvas. So, here are some of my skin care and beauty secrets.

I am a devotee of Obagi products and use their complete kit. It is an investment, but one that I will not compromise. The products are pharmaceutical grade which puts them in a completely different echelon than other products. Plus they last forever because all you need is a small drop. My investment turns out to be about $1.10 per day over the course of a year.

I do supplement my routine with Nivea Crema for my neck and other dry body parts; Burt’s Bees NightCarrot Creme for around my eyes (24/7); Palmer’s Cocoa Butter for my body (so delicious and nonsticky) and lastly the Mary Kay Satin Hand System for my hands.

For makeup I use MAC and Armani foundations, MAC and Smashbox concealors, Smashbox illuminator, MAC and IMAN eye shadows, L’Oreal mascara and MAC or Lancome clear glass and gloss.

I drink a minimum of eight glasses of water per day, exercise at least five days per week and sleep at least seven hours per night.

Take the time to care for your skin from the inside as well. It is your body’s largest organ. Establish your own set of beauty secrets. Get some personalized skin care product recommendations here BeautyStat.com