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Maria G. Valdez

Former Lead Editor, POPSUGAR Latina

Maria was born and raised in Dominican Republic, where she began her career in journalism. After moving to New York, she worked for a leading Latinx online publication before transitioning to POPSUGAR. She's passionate about her dog Phoebe, health, living a balanced life, body positivity, and is a proud Latina. She teaches Zumba for fun and loves a good karaoke!

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Latest Posts by Maria G.

Reshaping My Latina Identity Away From Stereotypes

Saying Goodbye to the Latina Stereotype and Reshaping My Future on My Terms

by Maria G. Valdez 1/07/20

Why You Should Watch Freeform's Party of Five 2020

I Am an Immigrant, and This Is What Freeform's Party of Five Means to Me

by Maria G. Valdez

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The Best Answer You Can Give When Someone Asks "Y El Novio?"

The Best Advice I Learned This Holiday Season to Deal With the Dreaded “Y El Novio?”

by Maria G. Valdez 1/02/20

Bartender-Approved Coquito Recipes

Bartender-Approved Coquito Recipes You Can Make at Home

by Maria G. Valdez 12/20/21

Easy, Fabulous Makeup For the Holidays

Easy, Unexpected Makeup Look You Can Re-Create Para las Fiestas

by Maria G. Valdez 12/23/19

Supermodel Holiday Picks

Excuse Me While I Copy Everything These Brazilian Supermodels Do and Get to Celebrate the Holidays

by Maria G. Valdez 12/20/19

Daughter Nominates Devoted Mom For Ultimate Day of Beauty

She Takes Care of Her Family and Community 24/7, So Her Hija Nominated Her For the Best Day of Beauty Ever

by Maria G. Valdez

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Selfless Mom Gets Day of Beauty to Focus on Herself

This Mamá Puts Everyone Else First, So Her Daughter Surprised Her With a Well-Deserved Day of Beauty

by Maria G. Valdez

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NeoCell Super Collagen Powder: the Best-Kept Beauty Secret

I've Looked the Same Age For Over 10 Years — This Is How I Keep That Latina Glow

by Maria G. Valdez

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Mixing Latinx and American Traditions For the Holidays

Creating New Holiday Traditions For the Family Can Get Messy — Here's How These Mamás Stay in Control

by Maria G. Valdez

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Latina CEO's Advice to Achieve Your Goals

Ford Motor Company

How This Latina CEO Helps People Achieve Their Dreams

by Maria G. Valdez

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5 Tips to Achieving Your Goals

Get Moving Toward Your Sueños and Become a Jefa With These 5 Steps

by Maria G. Valdez

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Chiqui Delgado, Marielena Dávila's Secret to Eternal Youth

Why Estar Bella Is So Important to This Mom and Daughter Duo

by Maria G. Valdez

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Thanksgiving Makeup Tutorial by Laura Sanchez

Laura Sanchez's Fabulous Holiday Makeup Look Will Make Your Familia Forget About "El Novio"

by Maria G. Valdez 11/28/19

Regalos de Amazon Para Hombres Estas Fiestas

¡No Te Quedes Atrás Con Tus Compras Estas Fiestas! Jackie Hernández Nos Inspira Con su Carrito

by Maria G. Valdez

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Amazon Holiday Finds For Yourself

Sydney Leroux Inspires Our Holiday Shopping With Thoughtful Gifts For Her Family and Herself

by Maria G. Valdez

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Juanes Releases New Album Más Futuro Que Pasado

Juanes Released a New Album, So I'm Spending the Next Few Days Rearranging My Life's Soundtrack

by Maria G. Valdez 11/22/19

Vice Menta 'Fusilando tus Memorias' Video Premiere

You're Not Seeing Double! Mexican Twins Vice Menta’s New Video “Fusilando tus Memorias” Is Quite a Visual Trip

by Maria G. Valdez 11/22/19

Regalos de Amazon Para Toda la Familia Estas Fiestas

Esta Mamá de 5 Nos da Ideas Geniales de Qué Regalar y Dónde Comprar Para las Fiestas

by Maria G. Valdez

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Paulina x Bianca Lip Gloss Trio Packed With Mexican Flavor

Mexicanas Bianca de la Garza and Paulina Madrazo Say Salud! With a Can't-Miss Cocktail-Themed Lip Gloss Collab

by Maria G. Valdez 11/21/19

Reina Rebelde Makeup Line Founder Regina Merson Interview

How Changing Her Mind Allowed Regina Merson to Empower a Community of Women Through Makeup

by Maria G. Valdez

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Amazon Holiday Finds For Your Family

Take a Sneak Peek Into This Mom’s Amazon Shopping Cart For Thoughtful Holiday Gift Ideas

by Maria G. Valdez

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Ricky Martin, Residente, and Bad Bunny at Latin Grammys 2019

I'm Still Dancing to Ricky Martin, Residente, and Bad Bunny's "Cántalo" After Their Latin Grammys Performance

by Maria G. Valdez 11/15/19

Latin Grammys: Juanes's Person of the Year Performance

Juanes Holding Back Tears Receiving the Person of the Year Award From His Idol Had Me in Tears!

by Maria G. Valdez 11/15/19