Welcome to Pageant To PhD’s “Pageant Interview Queen” blog!


This blog was started years ago under a different domain name and we’ve re-launched it here on a combined and renewed website—thanks for joining us!

We’ll be releasing some posts from before even as we also write some new ones as we get back into the habit of writing and posting. Here we will explore various aspects of what a pageant contestant should think about to get the most out of the experience, whether or not you “place” or take home the title and crown. I personally will typically write about the psychology and communication skills that help us succeed in pageants and life, with an emphasis on interviewing. Why? While all the components of pageantry can help you be a more confident and successful person, it is the interview that has the most potential.

Still, having a successful pageant experience—and life!—is multi-dimensional. Many of my assistants have had a special interest in either health and wellness, or skincare and cosmetics, or on fashion, etc., so they’ve helped out by writing some blog posts for you too. If you are looking for some pageant-related writing from me sooner rather than later, you can find a little in the “Articles” link in the header above, and a great deal of useful information and exercises in the Kindle books or collected series in paperback on the home page. :-)

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Beauty

Our skin and hair each are a canvas for self-expression! Building awareness and skill at self-care and adornment are helpful for health and beauty. 

Fashion

While fashions can change, there are also “classics” that never really go out of style—find what reflects you, even as you have some fun trying what’s new.

Health

Health and wellness are foundational to both inner and outer beauty. Without good health, little else matters, so take good care of yourself…and, when you can, take care of others too!

Inner Beauty

Outer beauty is lovely, but inner beauty is essential. Animate your outer “layer” with your kindness, grace, wisdom, and a healthy sense of humor. Keep things in perspective and focus on what matters and your outer beauty will shine even more.

Pageant

Pageants are opportunities for self-growth at the same time they are, essentially, elaborate job interviews. Thinking of them as more than glamour will change the value you gain from participating and enhance your likelihood of success.

Special Occasion

Certain events and times of year give us a moment to pause and reflect, as well as celebrate. Take a moment to appreciate something about everything that comes into your life, whatever the reason or season!

Nighttime Skincare Routine
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Nighttime Skincare Routine

Proper skincare is an absolute must for any girl, but especially for pageant girls whose faces are in the spotlight. And establishing a daily routine helps achieve and maintain beautiful, healthy skin. Without further ado, let's get started!

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Fall Favorites
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Fall Favorites

Today, I have a few fall favorites to share with you lovely pageant ladies! Lately I've been obsessed with anything to get me in the mood for fall, so I've got some Fall goodies as well as beauty products to share with you today.

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Favorite Products For June
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Favorite Products For June

This month I have been testing out sunscreens and bronzers, as I have never truly found one that I have fallen in love with. So here are my favorite products for June, chockfull of summery fun!

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Favorite Products For May
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Favorite Products For May

From lipsticks to body scrubs this month is packed full of fun, brightly packaged products that will bring a smile to your face. So check’em out and enjoy!

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Blog Archive

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