Beauty Roots
Amanda Diaz rose to stardom the same way she taught herself English: through YouTube makeup tutorials.
Amanda Diazrose to stardom on the same medium she used to teach herself English: YouTube.
But the beauty influencer and content creators relationship with makeup started long before that.
YouTube was my escape when I moved here.
It really helped with the transition into a new country, she recalls.
I loved watching YouTube beauty videos and learning English at the same time.
Cosmetics, and Laura Mercier.
But shell never forget where she came from.
Below, Diaz tells Bustle about the Cuban approach to beauty and how it influenced her mindset toward makeup.
What does beauty mean to you?
Sometimes, its not even about the makeup aspect or how put-together you are.
Do you have a favorite Cuban beauty product?
I actually need to buy some because I’m really nostalgic now.
What’s the best beauty advice you’ve ever received?
I’ll just share my top three favorite beauty tips.
Number one: confirm to useprimerandsetting sprayso your makeup stays all day.
It’s very important.
Two, this is a technique tip I learned from a makeup artist: Always apply blush after highlighter.
It just makes everything a lot more cohesive.
How has your Cuban heritage influenced your routine and how you see beauty?
I have really grown to treasure being able to apply makeup and feel good about myself.
As someone who didnt from much, that’s something that I’m able to appreciate so much more.
Are there any ingredients from Cuba that you really love?
It’s very hard to come by, but I loveguava.
It’s one of my favorite fruits.
I think it’s pretty native to Cuba.
What are you most excited to bring to the beauty industry?
Im excited to continue sharing my story and being a light to people.
I came to this country when I was really young with the odds stacked up against me.
I want to show people that if I can do this, they can do it, too.
Beauty is for everyone.
This interview has been edited and condensed for clarity.
This article was originally published onJune 2, 2022
