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Mai Sensational Saturday

February 14, 2010 Fun, LIVE CHAT, Looking Good, Pray It Forward, Videos 5 comments

It all started with the best kinda kickstart- a romp up Runyon Canyon with my homeslice Melissa. Here’s why it was awesome. a) she didn’t flake (www.zipit.com Katie and Sarah. b) she let me know she was afraid of heights when we got here.

c) We made it to my prayer box to shove some luv someone’s way…and look adorable to take this.

After a quick VO session, I jammed across town to enjoy the next part of my super day- a photoshoot set up with my smashin in fashion studmuffin stylist Sam Russel. Not only was he styling me up with his saucy picks, but he was joined with an incredible team of professionals I have to blog about cuz these humble gents won’t pop their own collars. We’ve got Mr. Jeff Jones, an incredible artist who painted my face and rocked my locks like I’ve never seen, an adorable assistant James John Jetel who tended to us with his picture perfecting eye and warm hospitality, and a fabulous Eric Raptosh, a photographer extraordinaire who brought all the elements of my style, my emotions, his vision, to life.

Thank you gentlemen. These pictures barely describe all the wonderful work these boys put into the entire day, so you’ll just have to make it back here to see the fantastic pics. And guess what– I’m not the only one that can get blessed with Eric Raptosh’s wicked talented eye, you too can get a memorable shot of yourself, and for a terrific cause. Eric will be generously donating his time to perform Headshots For Haiti, a perfect opportunity for you talents (or anyone who just wants to have your own clicks for a cause) to get your headshots taken for a donated price. Sign up fast- as the offer is only tomorrow, Monday 2/15.

And finally what better way to top off the night than to gather together with all my fans for the Mai-never-censored, always edu-taining-Live Chat. I just posted the video here below for those of you that missed it, along with links for mai must-haves mentioned.

Best makeup book for ANY ethnic face and features: Asian Faces by Taylor Chang-Babaian. By far the BEST I’ve found to detail and outline every wonderful feature your face was sculpted to have.

Organization I’m set to volunteer with in 2 weeks!: Heartbeat Vietnam (Details coming Wed!)

Colors I used on Jill’s gorgeous face: MAC cream color base in Slick, Klish Klash MAC lipgloss, #224, 242 MAC brushes.

Happy Vday, Chuc mung nam moi (Happy Chinese New Year) and muah! Stay tuned for the giveaways I share in this blog about the above great finds :)

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Details for Live Chat tomorrow night 9PM- and last week’s video topics.

February 8, 2010 Fun, Mai News, Videos 14 comments

I can’t believe on my last Live Chat we were arguing about which was better- Slumdog or Avatar.
Anyway, I had the bomb DigGity time chatting with all you guys Saturday night!! (VIDEO TO THE CHAT BELOW)

My fave was discussing what features we ladies fuss over most, of course what features the boys fuss over us most, (haha), discovering each other’s love languages, (I guess I do have a lil more “quality time” in me besides “acts of service!”), and being able to dish what you all thought about Sat night’s episode. . I had the best time with you guys and can’t wait for our next chat! Thanks especially for all my fans in Atlanta, San Diego, Chicago, New York, Las Vegas, and even Pennsylvania for spending your night with me. Below are the essentials you’ll need in my next week’s chat as I will be teaching you the tricks to 2 very important steps to sexy: a good strut and sassy lashes :)

Ladies, for next Live Chat SAT, 2/13 at 9pm/11central with me you’ll need:
1. Ardell Lashes of your choice (mai faves are #102, 120, and the demis. Avoid blunt cut lashes, go for angled lashes that are full and range from short to long)
2. DUO Lash Adhesive in clear or black
3. Scissors
4. a great pair of your favorite heels!
Come to my chat prepared with your lashes coated with mascara and curled.
5. Some really nice things to say about my episode with my frenemy Forest.

Here are links that I referenced in Live Chat #2:
- The 5 Love Languages- I strongly believe if everyone in this world read this book, we’d all be in harmony like the Novi in Avatar.

- www.Healtheelife.com- My fabu nutritionist who’s educated me on eating right for my body type so that I’m not dieting, but LOVING what I eat that my body fuels from best. Contact her, she’s VERY amazing just to get an understanding of what you need!
- Cloud9living.com This is the site I most recommend for great Valentine gift ideas, whether you order from them OR, even better, get clever yourself and build from these ideas for ur shnookems.

If there’s anything else I forgot, plz message me and let me know! Enjoy the video of my chat here. Be forewarned I have no idea how to edit this thing so don’t feel like u have to watch the whole thing, but the middle and the ends are my favorite. (Like a good cupcake!)

Until next chat Sat 2/13, “I see you” :) Love u guys.

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The magic to Mai look..the Pretty Posse

January 31, 2010 Fun, Looking Good 33 comments

**Updates to this season’s Pretty Posse with fashionistas Kayla McGee and Jocelyn Garrity–stay tuned for bios :)

A few nights ago I took out my Pretty Posse-my talented group of hair, makeup, and wardrobe all wrapped into colorful bodies of fun, sparkling energy. These guys take my personal style and help me refresh and invigorate it into different versions of me. Because I have such exciting opportunities to dress up, I really do love to ask the famous four words to my show, “How Do I Look?” I believe style is a confident perspective of your identity, and celebrating it with the people who love you.

That said, I just had to take this wonderful group out for a magical night..to the one and only Magic Castle here in Hollywood, CA! Not only do these guys lend their talents to spoiling me, but they also get into fun events like this to the special people around us. Every outfit you see on my show starts from a moment of inspiration, with dabs and touches from each department until we create a full look that caters to the specific segment of the show. It’s brillz just making the fun lil doll of design come to life until I can put “her” on! Here’s to Norma Blaque and Hope Zarro, my hair fairies who always made sure each of my strands were sensationally sassy. Craig Beaglehole and Bonni Flowers, my makeup stars who know exactly how to light and lift my smiling face up camera perfect for any shot.  Hollie, Megan, and Ashley, for being such dolls in helping me every way I could need. And Bory Tan, my long time love,  for playing dress up with me each and every time- and helping me to make it become a reality for those who deserve that Cinderella moment around us.

Also, my most proudest CONGRATS to my Norma Blaque, for being honored “Latino Star” from BE Magazine at the ISSE show in Long Beach, CA! Thatta girl!!!

Here are some fun pics from the night, special thanks to Erin and Andrea for making our visit even more spectacular. Also some fave wardrobe changes we’ve done on my show. Enjoy!

A few of my FAVE must haves:

Ardell Lashes in #114 (stacked with more drag lashes for a smashing effect.)

MAC Carbon with #266 Brush (camera power pop to eyeliner.)

Mason Pierson Brush (gets volume to any hair, ANY hair!)

Asset spanks from Target (oh yea..they’re faves for a girl in any size. AND they hold ur phone when no one’s watching ;)

Karen Millen anything.

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