Beauty blogger Monica Veloz, whose family is from the Dominican Republic, describes her beauty style as "a roller coaster." Some days she'll go full glam, and others she'll opt for a more comfortable, laid-back look. Still, beauty is a huge part of Veloz's life and serves as a reminder of the women in her family.
"Whether it was to the grocery store, family gathering, hair salon, they always looked beautiful," Veloz says. Throughout her childhood, Veloz recalls wanting to grow up and be just like the women in her family, whom she says always looked put-together regardless of what they were going through. From their bold makeup to their fragrances, they left a deep impression on Veloz, inspiring her appreciation for makeup and beauty.
As for her mother's go-to makeup tip, Veloz says her mom keeps it simple: "Never go outside without a gloss." As Veloz got more into beauty herself, her mother always made sure she had a lip on, no matter the occasion.
