Rhowena Adolfo “I feel like a model of beauty when I prove to those around me that a young, intelligent lady can be successful in a male-dominated industry! When I can teach other young women that if you work hard, dedicate yourself to what you are doing and have the determination to succeed, the possibilities are endless!”

	Kimberly Allen “I feel like a model of beauty when I am serving others and taking care of my family. It brings me a lot of joy.”

	Cecilia Anaya “I feel like a model of beauty when I close my eyes and think of the people that love and appreciate me. Beauty starts from the inside and works its way out. You can’t feel beautiful if you feel empty on the inside. When I feel someone’s love and respect is when I truly feel beautiful!”

	Patty Bellingham “I feel like a model of beauty when I am helping others to accomplish their goals in life. I like to relate to people in a way that makes them feel valued, happy and great about themselves. Helping people see and be who they are meant to be makes me happy.”

	Paige Bingham “I feel like a model of beauty when I inspire younger women with the belief that you really are only as old as you feel, to carry yourself with pride, and we are all unique. Be proud of who you are.”

	Amanda Borrego “I feel like a model of beauty when I show my self-confidence and self-respect. I believe that beauty starts from within. A model of beauty needs to respect herself and have confidence, and it will make her outward appearance that much more beautiful and appealing.”

	Silas Brown "I feel like a model of beauty when I return home from Iraq and know that I have helped keep my country free and how beautiful all the women of the armed forces are beautiful inside and out."

	Briana Darensburg "I feel like a model of beauty when I am motivating and mentoring other young girls. I feel inspired everyday when I see young girls empowered."

	Rebekah Davis "I feel like a model of beauty when I am helping others. I believe in the Golden Rule, and I actively follow it in my everyday life. When I help someone, whether it is by volunteering in a homeless shelter or simply letting someone over in traffic, I feel better about myself inside, and it shows on the outside."

	Mavis de Souza "I feel like a model of beauty when I live a life of integrity before others and myself. When I treat people from all walks of life with respect, compassion and love, regardless of their beliefs."

	Gail Flood "I feel like a model of beauty when I am inspired around others who show confidence in themselves. If I am surrounded by positive, secure women, it gives me the confidence to feel beautiful."

	Christina Garcia "I feel like a model of beauty when I help others find strength, beauty and courage in themselves. I help parents help their children succeed in school despite language barriers. We learn from each other and hope for a brighter future. Wearing makeup boosts my confidence and helps me feel ready to take on the day's challenges."

	Teresa Hanson "I feel like a model of beauty when I spend time with my three kids and husband – either going on a bike ride or spending time out in the farm fields. I also love my job treating infants and toddlers with developmental challenges. My life is richly blessed by God's good gifts."

	Jenny Hayes "I feel like a model of beauty when I am doing something to improve someone else's day ... whether it's in a big way or a small way! It doesn't take much effort to extend kindness and is likely to inspire others to do the same!"

	Lori Heian "I feel like a model of beauty when I look in the mirror and see the sparkle I had in my eyes 40 years ago. Thank you Mary Kay and, of course, Delores."

	Charis Heiskell "I feel like a model of beauty when I help others see the amazing and complete purpose God has placed on their lives. My own happiness and purpose have been placed in the relationship I have with others. To truly recognize our own purpose causes the beauty within to shine outward."

	Jenna Johnston "I feel like a model of beauty when I am with my mother and daughter walking in a Komen Race for the Cure® as a survivor. I'm proud to model how early detection can save lives. We walk so our children and grandchildren will never know breast cancer."

	Angeline Kan "I feel like a model of beauty when I make an effort to be aware of the world around me because this empowers me to live my life to the fullest. There is so much to do and so much to live for that every day I make sure I look forward to something beautiful. My mantra is, 'Be good. Be great. Be gorgeous!'"

	Shelley Kerr "I feel like a model of beauty when I radiate confidence at all levels. I am ready for whatever my day may bring. It is the sparkle in my eyes, the way I look and the way I move through my day. It all makes sense. The beauty shines through with a special self-assurance, strength and wisdom."

	Sandra Kies "I feel like a model of beauty when I can inspire others to bring out the best in themselves either by being physically active and believing in themselves that they can achieve their goals and also by complimenting people on simple things like a nice smile or a positive personality trait they possess."

	Catherine Laurion "I feel like a model of beauty when I can open the eyes of other young people to the opportunities available when you believe in yourself and love living in the skin you are in."

	Sherri Leaf "I feel like a model of beauty when I am beautiful on the inside. When I am volunteering, playing sports, helping a friend. Feeling confident, helpful and when I'm motivating others makes me feel like a model of beauty."

	Allison Miller "I feel like a model of beauty when I look at my 6-month-old daughter and know that I get to spend my life teaching her how to be a beautiful person on the inside and out."

	Dyane Néron "I feel like a model of beauty when I take care of my appearance, and I feel transformed inside and out. The way that my family and friends look at me makes me feel beautiful and sure of myself. It is said that one's eyes are the reflection of one's soul, and so my eyes show my excitement and my happiness."

	Kaci Odem "I feel like a model of beauty when I am dancing onstage with my students. Dancing gives me the opportunity to teach my students to show expression in movements, regardless of body image. We get to wear beautiful costumes and eccentric stage makeup, but also please our audiences with not just looks, but talent."

	Emily Parsons "I feel like a model of beauty when I think of others before myself. Family and friends come first, and I have always been passionate about volunteering through the National Honor Society and Young Women for Change in high school and now as a coach and executive member with Northwestern University to benefit Special Olympics."

	Amisha Patel "I feel like a model of beauty when I maintain my self-confidence and self-respect. A model of beauty is portrayed by his/her influences in society as well as the ability to create a positive environment. A model of beauty is being that exemplary role model and maintaining a beautiful personality."

	Elise Pryor "I feel like a model of beauty when I live my life the way I live it in my dreams, with no fear and no reservation."

	Esther Rhee "I feel like a model of beauty when I am at work. I work with children and their mothers who are victims of domestic violence to bring awareness to the issue and help support children from the multiple effects of abuse. Every day I work to stop the cycle of violence and hurting."

	Ladaria Richardson "I feel like a model of beauty when I dare to channel my inner and outer beauty, allowing it to transcend in every direction as my aura reflects a warm spirit. When I feel like a model of beauty, the beauty of my strength is awakened, and I feel revitalized."

	Maritza Robles "I feel like a model of beauty when I encourage and motivate others to feel beautiful both inside and out. There are wonderful men and women who feel down when they look at themselves in the mirror. It is important to help others understand beauty is in the eyes of the beholder."

	Shawndrika Sampson "I feel like a model of beauty when I am a role model to other girls. The females in this generation look up to role models that do not exactly portray a positive example. I know what God has done for me, and I like to share that message."

	Lindsey Schwartz "I feel like a model of beauty when I make someone smile. When I make someone's day and make them feel good about themselves. I feel good about myself and like a model of beauty. Life is about building people up, appreciating the positive and striving to improve the negative."

	Marcine Simpson "I feel like a model of beauty when I stand before my second-grade students and teach them reading, writing and mathematics. Encouraging all seventeen of them to be the best of the best. When what I have modeled to them is evident in them."

	Stephanie Solis "I feel like a model of beauty when I can be an inspiration to others. When you lead through example to show others their own potential and abilities, it makes you feel beautiful inside and out!"

	Karen Stobbe "I feel like a model of beauty when I know that I have helped someone in some way. It's a great sense of accomplishment knowing I had a hand in making a difference to someone. I am a nurse, and I am rewarded in my profession every day."

	Shirley Stokes "I feel like a model of beauty because when I first tried Mary Kay® products and went out to my 27-year-old granddaughter's wedding, her friends asked her who I was. She said, 'That's my 72-year-old grandmother.' They all had to come over and called me a 'Hot Lady.' I told them all about Melanie giving me a facial and makeup."

	Lorraine Sylborne "I feel like a model of beauty when I can bring a smile to someone else's face. I love to make people laugh because it makes me happy, of course, but also because it's that special moment when their inner beauty radiates the most. Moreover, in that moment I can see a reflection of my own unique beauty."

	Josefina Taveras "I feel like a model of beauty when my family or friends ask me for advice. This means that they believe in me and the way I live my life. I think my faith, my compassion and my sincerity inspires them to believe in themselves."

	Shelley Varcoe "I feel like a model of beauty when I take care of my physical self, including exercising. But more importantly when I act on the goals that God has placed on my heart – sharing my joy, patience, kindness, generosity and love to others."

	Tasha Waldron "I feel like a model of beauty when I can take confidence in being comfortable in my own skin, inside and out. Each day presents a new opportunity for me to enhance myself, attaining and sharing knowledge with those around me. Having a positive impact in someone's life makes me feel beautiful inside. Outward beauty is a blessing."

	Anita Warwick "I feel like a model of beauty when I am able to help someone without anything in return. When my actions give people something to smile about. When I teach someone something new to help them to see the model of beauty inside themselves and the potential they have and help them to use that potential."

	Lindee Yungwirth "I feel like a model of beauty when I go to work. I work with children who have special needs, and when I can put a smile on their face or make them laugh, I truly feel like a beautiful person. Something as simple as a smile not only shows what a difference I've made, but for me, it's also the best feeling in the world."

Traci Zapara "I feel like a model of beauty when I celebrate, enjoy and use my gifts. Looks are just bonuses that can be an advantage. It is a gift, no different from your intelligence, empathy or compassion. Each is to be celebrated, enjoyed, and used. Mary Kay puts my best face forward."