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I find that putting my make-up on and playing with different looks is really relaxing for me before the show. It kind of helps me make that transition from 'mommy' to 'performer,' or star or whatever you want to call it!

When I do my makeup, it kind of helps me get into the character that I'm trying to portray.

But when I went on the stage to do a show, I would put on makeup because I felt that it enhanced my act; it drew attention to what I was doing.

Makeup is very important for a show. It's really an accessory on the runway. You have to be sure that it fits the clothes.

Pageant makeup is so different from your day-to-day look. When you're on stage you really have to pack it on.

It's one thing to read about how makeup is applied. It's another thing altogether to watch it being put on.

I think that it's really nice to learn that makeup is different for every person. Everyone has a different feature on their face that they like to show off.

I used to watch my mom put her makeup on for the stage, and it was one of the most special moments. I would sit quietly on the dressing room floor and watch her put her face on. I think she looks most beautiful in the morning when she wakes up with no makeup on... it's my favorite look on women.

To me that's part of my working day, and I would never refuse a job where I'm under several hours of makeup, because as an actor, I enjoy performing. It's about the creation of the character and the art to me, not about being comfortable and how long it all takes.

I don't like to go to premieres or openings. I don't like to have to put on makeup.