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" A woman who hides behind a mask of makeup is still going to have to take it off at some point... and deal with reality. "

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" In America, when I first came here, they were used to wearing more make-up - thicker foundation, more Max Factor, that sort of thing. But you have to know who you are and what you look like: if you know yourself a little bit, you don't need to follow trends. "

" My vision was to create makeup that was more transparent but with formulas that last. I follow my instincts - it's all very spontaneous! "

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" I hate knowing where people go to the bathroom. You follow them going to pee, to eat - I hate everything when it comes to reality shows! "

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" Find your own way, have an open spirit, and believe in your own beauty. "

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