You decide to enter a Beauty Pageant and you find out from the Pageant Director that the Tattoo you got last summer may hurt your chances to win a crown.
This can be a problem especially in the swim wear competition where more of you body is exposed. Many judges will take off points for tattoos because they are a distraction from your natural beauty.
What do you do?
There is a product called Dermablend. It comes in three different shades. Find a color closest to your skin color and apply with a sponge over the tattoo. Try two applications to really cover the image of the tattoo.
Then take a loose powder that matches your skin tone to seal it. This should conceal the tattoo for the swimsuit competition of the Beauty Pageant.
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You can find this product at cosmetic counters in department stores as well as on the internet.
You know that no one is going to be perfect all the time. I was so excited about telling you about pageantry and the things to avoid that I actually gave the answer to number 5 while I was answering number 4.
Since this is on video I could have easily reshot the last one and reedited the video, but I didn't because I wanted to show that people will always make mistakes or little slips.
As a beauty pageant contestant on the stage you don't have the luxury of stopping time and reediting your performance. You have to recover, and recover quickly.
This video is a good example of how to recover and keep going in front of your audience. The judges know you are not perfect and they want to see how you handle youself under pressure.
Do me a favor and make a comment on the video or on my response to woodsracing's comment. Good or bad, let me know what you think.
Well lets talk about makeup for the interview first. It needs to be friendly and approachable makeup, not heavy. I don't recommend false eyelashes because it can come off as too much. Remember you will be up close to the judges during the interview part of competition.
It needs to look professional, natural and inviting.
When it comes to the night time event things change as far as makeup. Ballrooms and other large rooms that Pageants are held in sometimes have lots of lights. You will need to apply more makeup for the competition than you did for interview. You will be farther away from the judges and of course the audience.
Here are some things you should stay away from. Brown Lipstick or real dark lipstick is a no no. When you come out on stage and the light hits you the dark colors make your lips look really really small. This gives you a pouty and unappealing look.
Stay away from shimmery eye shadow on stage. This makes the eye look swollen to the camera as well as the human eyeballs in the audience. This can be very distracting to judges.
This is just a few makeup tips when it comes to Beauty Pageants. Keep coming back to my website for more Pageantry tips.
Please leave a comment by clicking on the comment tab at the bottom of this article. And asks questions as well about any topic pertaining to Pageantry Preparation.
Yours in Pageantry
Shelly
PS I'm getting closer to finishing my new E-Course for training girls entering Beauty Pageants, so look for it soon.
Hi this is Shelly and I'm going through my pageant related email. I get a lot of questions about what to do when entering your first pageant. They come from future pageant contestants and from parents wanting to make their child's Beauty Pageant experience the best it can be.
One question I get a lot is "How do I pick a Platform for my upcoming Pageant?". This particular girl said she was entering a contest in the Miss America Pageant System, which requires a platform.
For those newbies out there a Pageant Platform is a cause or organization a contestant promotes through out her reign as the pageant title holder. Many contestants will champion her choosen Platform for their entire Pageant Career. You become a spokesperson for both the cause and the Pageant Title.
For some contestants their cause is the reason they entered a pageant. They see pageantry as a positive way to help them in supporting the cause or organization they have choosen.
The Miss America System has picked the Children's Miracle Network as their major charity of choice. They encourage contestants to support and raise funds as part of their pageant journey. At the local and preliminary level pageants contestants are encouraged to select their own seperate platform to promote.
Pageant Directors want girls to pick a Platform that is close to their heart. Girls who want to go out in to the community and make a difference. They want girls who take that extra step and make an extra effort to contribute positively to society.
This is a corner stone of the Pageantry Industry and must be a part of any contestants mind set.
Find something that is close to your heart. Look at your personal life for examples of situations you wish to make a difference. Perhaps there is someone in your family that has a disease such as cancer. Because of your association you are learning about the disease and you see the first hand results of its effects on the stricken family member as well as your other releatives.
You should want to make more people aware of the warning signs of this disease and inform them as to how to help the movement to eradicate this disease.
A lot of people choose Breast Cancer Awareness as their Platform. Education for children living in poverty is another worthy platform that Pageant Contestants promote.
Find something that means a lot to you. When you talk to judges about your Platform they will know your sincerity. Pick a Platform that the audience at the contest, and all your future appearances, will feel your emotional involvement and commitment.
You can make a difference in the world by promoting a worthy cause through the visibility of the Pageant Crown and Banner.
Here is another question that I get very often from girls just starting to entertain the idea of entering a pageant: "Hey Shelly I got my eyes set on a pageant in my city but I'm wondering how do I select the Right Wardrobe to look my best?".
I've said this a few times while answering these question from newbie pageant contestants, "Ask the director of the beauty pageant what is the best choice of wardrobe for their pageant?".
Every pageant has a theme, and the theme could determine the style of your wardrobe. For example if the pageants theme was "Cinderella" then you may need to wear a white dress. Also tell the director your age because different age divisions may have different rquirements.
If the pageant is like the Miss Teen or Miss Louisiana USA then you will need an outfit for the opening number. The director or choregrapher will tell you what to wear and any accessories to go with it.
You'll need a swimsuit, an evening gown, and something for the Interview portion of the Judging.
Even while walking around the hotel before the pageant you should look your best. You never know if you may bump into a judge in the hall or in an elevator. You need to make a great and professional impression to all you meet the entire day of the competition.
The Miss America Competition has a Talent event so you would need to have a great outfit to match your talent. Since the scoring for the talent competition is 35% of your total score make sure your costume or outfit is outstanding.
You want it to fit you right, the color must compliment your complexion, and the fit must enhance your body type.
You want your wardrobe to make you look spectacular.
I hope this tip helps you as you explore the glamorous world of pagentry.
Hey guys here is another question I get quite frequently from girls and even mothers about the pageant industry.
Question
What are the requirements and duties of a title holder?
Answer
Since every pageant and pageant systems have different rules that is a hard question to answer in a general way. The best way to find out is call the director and ask.
Usually the title holder is required to make appearances to represent the title. Some pageants ask that you fulfill a certain amount of obligations a year. I ask my title holders to make six a year for the pageants I direct.
It is to your own benefit to fit in as many extra appearances on your own that you can fit into your own schedule. These appearances sharpen your pageantry amd presentation skills. Plus you can build a fan base for your pageant career. You will make a lot of contacts that make help your other business endeavors.
You may be asked to make appearances at charity events, social extravaganzas, ride in parades, retirement homes, high school football games, etc.
If the pageant doesn't have in's own non-profit, charity or other worthy cause for you to speak on the use the opportunity to promote Your own special cause. Definetly offer to go to other pageants. Offer to assist the director by doing behind the scenes type jobs. One job that keeps you visible to the audience is as a Specialty Judge. Your job will be to pick up the judges score sheets and bring them to the auditor who tallys the contestants rankings. I ask my title holders to make six a year for the pageants I direct.
If you ride in parades try to find some one who owns a classic convertible automobile. You might have an uncle or cousin with a cool car. Tell him its a great way to meet chicks. Use your psychology and sales skills.
Make this reign the most exciting and satisfying experience possible.
If you want to be a titleholder for a beauty pageant be prepared to take the ride of your life. Your director will expect it of you so tell her in advance that you look forward to representing her pageant. Let the judges know and let the audience know through your words, your attitude and the stunning image you display.
Shelly the Pageant Coach here and I want to share with all you pageant newbies some tips and helpful hints about this exciting world of pageantry. You know I get questions every day from girls I coach and from girls who come to my different pageant related websites. So I have 10 of the most frequently asked questions that I'm going to share the answers with YOU.
Question:I want to compete in pageants but I don't know which system I should compete with. Which should I choose?
Answer: Your choice depends on what your goals are and what you plan to accomplish through Pageantry. Some people use the experience of pageantry to help sharpen their skills for acquiring a job.
The interview portion of competition forces you to improve your understanding of the world around you so you can speak intelligently about any subject. Facing unknown judges who will score you based on the way you respond to their questions is very similar to the job application interview process.
Some use this experience to expand their communication skills to help land a job in journalism and broadcasting.
Others look at pageants as a way to test their physical presentation skills as they launch a modelling career. Walking the runway at a beauty contest is just as stressful as displaying the latest designer clothes at an upscale fashion show.
Another motivation for contestants is to recieve scholarship funds to help pay for higher education.
Decide what is your prime reason for entering competition. If you are interested in career development then any of the pageant systems will offer you an outlet top improve the necessary skills. But if you are interested in scholorships and raising funds for educational reason then the Miss America System is the approbriate choice for you. The America Pageant system's focus is on improving the lives of women through positive experiences and educational growth.
The USA system is more suited to those who want to explore the glamorous side. If you are heading down the modelling and acting path the USA system is a better choice.
The Miss Plus System are designed for larger full bodied women and girls who don't fit the typical beauty queen image. This system is designed to give plus size women a chance to experience the same thrill of walking down the runway, competing with their peers, and honing their life skills in the process.
There are many new systems popping up around the globe but the two business models they resemble are based on the Miss America and the USA System.
Research any pageant you are considering and look to see which one best assist you in reaching your goals.
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