The most common mistakes women make when applying makeup are not applying it in the proper light and not using their hands as blending tools.

Confidence is everything, but a little makeup can't hurt.

Beauty is a life-long evolution.

When I interview someone, I know in the first two minutes if I like them or not. I find that if it's easy to talk to someone and I see an openness and honesty and integrity, then I usually hire them.

The best thing about being 55 is that I know enough now to know what I want and what I don't want-and what I want is to have fun.

Over the years I’ve worked with countless women who have inspired me with their stories. Beyond makeup, we’ve talked about life-altering events. Everything from the joy of being a new mom to dealing with homelessness and divorce. With each conversation, these women have shown that when you have the will and the heart, almost anything is possible—and that’s what Pretty Powerful is all about.

If I had to teach someone just one thing about lip color it would be this: Find a lipstick that looks good on your face when you are wearing absolutely no makeup.