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!

Your Complete Guide For July 4th
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Your Complete Guide For July 4th

The fourth of July is such a great time of the year. From barbecue to fireworks, it’s a time to celebrate with friends and family. To help you lovely pageant ladies get into the Independence Day mood, I have scoured the Internet to find great makeup, nail, hair, outfit, and sweet treat ideas to make this July 4th awesome!

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The Perfect Matte Lip
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The Perfect Matte Lip

Matte lipsticks are perfect for any occasion, whether that may be a beauty pageant night to showcase a bright, friendly smile or to complete a casual day-to-day look. The formula for a matte lipstick isn't easy to perfect, but I have a few brands that will give you the perfect matte lip.

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Voluminous Hair
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Voluminous Hair

When it comes to hair, women sometimes desire to change their look. Whether it may be making it smoother or adding more volume, there are solutions to these problems.

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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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Find A Pageant Swimsuit That Suits You

Okay, it’s pageant day! Maybe you have been hitting the gym and watching your diet for the past 6 months and maybe you decided to compete only a few weeks ago. Regardless, picking the right pageant swimsuit can make the difference!

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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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Bouncing Back From Life And Pageant Problems
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Bouncing Back From Life And Pageant Problems

Whether it is in pageants or in life, sometimes things don’t go as we planned. Take me, for instance. My plan was to blog at least once a week. But shortly after I began, some sort of crazy attack happened at my web-hosting company and my site, and 100s or 1000s of others, went all wonky.

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Types of Manicures
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Types of Manicures

Being a beauty queen, it is important to maintain not only your personal health, but also your beauty health. Having healthy and up kept nails is vital for looking professional and appearing as if you take good care of yourself. There are many different services you can choose from when getting a manicure.

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Spring Fashion
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Spring Fashion

It is spring time and that calls for new fashion trends. From each season, trends come and go. This season, there are several fashion must haves that every woman has to try. In pageants, it is important to be aware of the differing trends when choosing dresses and interview outfits.

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Worst Foods For Your Skin
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Worst Foods For Your Skin

Women often times struggle with skin problems, but have you ever thought that it might be caused by the foods you eat? There are studies that have examined the effects that certain food products have on your skin. If you happen to be struggling with a certain skin issue, it might be irritated by a certain food item.

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Guide to White Teeth
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Guide to White Teeth

Professionally whitening teeth can often times be a burden or rather expensive. Having a white smile can boost your confidence and make you stand out on stage during a pageant. A woman’s smile can be the most beautiful thing about her. There are, however, at-home treatments for whitening your teeth that are wallet friendly and simple.

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Blog Archive

The carousel for each blog category, above, has a limit to how many items it will show. In time, those will be maxed out, so you can also click here to see the archive of the blog posts.