Cynthia Olavarria

Two weeks ago we brought you the first half of our 2 part interview with Cynthia Olavarria. If you haven't seen the first half you can check it out here.. Last time Cynthia told us about all of the projects that she has been involved in since she won Miss Puerto Rico 2005. This time she tells us about her job as a runway coach on Nuestra Belleza and she clues us in on whether or not we will ever see her compete in another international pageant. She also shares one of her Beauty secrets with us. So keep reading to find out all the info about Cynthia Olavarria.

6. You recently did Nuestra Belleza? What was that like?

Nuestra Belleza Latina is a reality show pageant competition. The contestants have a challenge every week and part of my work is to train them to be successful in those challenges. I also give them runway coaching, stage presence and beauty tips. It is important to acknowledge that we do have girls competing who have never step into a runway before, therefore it's important to give my best to each of them.

The interesting part of my role in this competition is that since this is a reality show, the way producers want them to perform is totally different from a traditional pageant. So I found myself implementing skills from my formal training as a model but also adding some "spice" to their performance. After all,  they have a specific target audience.

7. Everyone that has met you always says that you are a really nice person! Do you have any bad habits?

Thank you! I of course I have bad habits. The thing is to transform them into assets. For example, I skip on sleep because I prefer to use that time to fulfill any duties, specially my personal stuff, and that includes to wash my clothes, read book, etc... I definitely need to rest but I try to use as much time as possible to get everything done.

8. Ever since 2005 there is a rumor every year that you are participating in Miss Earth. Is there any chance of you doing another a pageant?

No and I still don't know where did that come from. I decided to compete in the Miss Puerto Rico Universe pageant because my goal was to represent my Island at the Miss Universe. I did it and I'm happy with the results.

I was really blessed by having that opportunity and I want from other girls to have the chance to represent the country internationally.

9. Are you still in contact with any Miss Universe Contestants?

Yes, not as often as it used to be but still, with Miss Costa Rica, Philippines, Panama, Sri Lanka, Peru, Dominican Republic, United Kingdom, US Virgin Islands, Kenya, Nicaragua, Albania and Brazil.

10. Tell us one of your Beauty Secrets/Tips?

I never go to bed with makeup on! Once a month, after removing it all, I apply baby oil to my face and go to sleep with it. It's like a treatment to prevent dryness and it works!

Thank you for doing this Interview Cynthia. You are truly amazing . I know you have big things in store for the future. All the best Wishes from the Beauty Confessional