“Latina Beauty” gets Mami’s Time Out Stamp of Approval!

I must say when I received my book I was surprised at the size. It’s a full size hardcover coffee table type of book. Yes m’ija it’s that big!

The book talks about beauty both inside and out and talks about the attitude that comes with being Latina. I do agree that the way we carry ourselves is what gives us that extra picante (spice or hotness if you prefer!) It gives you random Latina beauty trivia as well such as “Latinas are 40% more likely than non Hispanic women to apply lipstick 8 or more times a day”. That one was hysterical I think it sounds a little exaggerated but hey, aren’t we known for that as well?

This book also shows you step by step how to achieve your fave actriz’s looks. From the mas blanquita to la mas morenita it covers all you need to be your very best. It also has common Latin beauty myth busters and amazing pictures of your favorite actresses from La India to Jlo to Shakira to Tatiana Ali (yes she’s part Latina for those that didn’t know) and includes step by step instruction on how to complete the different looks from hair and makeup.

Speaking of hair, they give you some great hair tips for every type and texture they have tips on skincare from head to toe including how to give yourself a good mani or pedi (or how to find a good salon to do it for you). They also talk about body image.

The only downside to this book is that it doesn’t name specific products or brands. They do give you detailed info on what types of products work best for the type of look you are going for (matte vs frost vs crème lipstick vs gloss) but doesn’t name brand names as far as what they think has the best range of shades. On the flipside I do think that most of us by now have found the brand that we like that works the best for us.

Seriously, this book should have been called the “Latina Beauty Bible” This is definitely not a book you read once and put away on your shelf. You’re going to want to constantly reference it when you have a question or would like to update your look. I will whole heartedly recommend this book for all women of color that love the cultura Latina! I only paid less than $5 for it including shipping and I swear this book is priceless!!

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