Get fit with Blaine in 2021

December 31st, 2020

By Blaine Ochoa

Every day is a gift and new beginning, the start of new decisions and opportunities. The beginning of a new year is liberating, exciting, and is often a motivating force behind going after goals. I hope 2021 is the fresh start you need to push yourself to greater heights and a better you; whether that may be pursuing dreams, starting a new career path, or living a healthier lifestyle. One of my personal goals this year is getting in the best shape that I can and continue to live a healthy lifestyle. I love trying and incorporating new workouts into my routine. These are my five favorite places to get fit in Houston!

9 Round Houston Galleria

I recently started going to 9 Round Houston Galleria because I wanted to improve my kickboxing skills and get back in shape. Needless to say, I absolutely love it and I’m hooked! I’m seeing incredible physical results, including weight loss, muscle definition, and improved skills. 9Round provides a 30 minute high intensity kickboxing and weight training circuit style workout. A new circuit begins every 3 minutes making it accessible for busy clients on the go. 9 Round Houston Galleria location is owned and operated by the beautiful boss babe and fitness expert, Crystal Saldivar. Go to 9round.com and view the Houston Galleria location tab to schedule a workout!

LJ Performance Training

This spacious and top notch gym facility is owned by Leo Johnson. LJ Performance Training offers athletic training, semi private training, and personal training. The atmosphere at LJ’s is inviting and refreshing, and you will also see some of the top athletes from around the United Stated and Houston coming in to train at LJ’s. Leo is someone who encourages and inspires you to conquer your goals and specializes in individual performance training. Leo helped me get in incredible shape while preparing for my Miss Houston USA swimsuit competition in 2019. Visit LJperformancetraining.com to find out more information!

Method Pilates

Houston’s premier pilates studio, Method Pilates is owned by the beautiful entrepreneur and Pilates lover, Ashton Verrengia. The studio is chic and has a vibe like no other. Whether you’re just starting out or a pilates veteran, you’ll love Method’s classes. Method Pilates 50-minute reformer workouts will define your core, sculpt your muscles, and improve your posture and flexibility. Move to the music with an upbeat playlist, and find a class that fits your vibe. From Restore and Stretch to Butts Tight AF, there is something for everyone. Visit Methodpilates.com to sign up for a class!

Sweat 1000

SWEAT stands for Specialized Weight Endurance Athletic Training. Owned by Ana Barron and Jordan Strouse, SWEAT offers intense and challenging full body workouts, sure to help you get in incredible shape. SWEAT integrates the components of interval training, functional training, core stability work, athletic training, and agility training. SWEAT is a 50 minute dynamic class that is different every single time. The instructors are amazing, and they will push you physically and mentally to help you achieve your fitness goals. Visit Sweat1000.com to book your workout!

Khango

Khango is a workout like no other in the city. The brand new recently opened gym facility has state of the art equipment that caters to the everyday workout warrior, mid life male, the house wife and even some of the top athletes in the world. The branding and wall art is a view in and of itself. It’s an atmosphere from the moment you walk in, combined with cleanliness and high class all in one. Khango is owned by Dose Khango. He is an incredible trainer who will push you to the limit and help you dominate your fitness goals. Visit theKhangoway.com to schedule a session!

I hope the new year inspires you to let go of the old and continue to move forward with power and confidence. I highly recommend all of these workout facilities, each is unique and one of a kind and will help you achieve your fitness goals in 2021. Happy New Year!!

Love, Blaine

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How To Get The Perfect Beach Look

July 2nd, 2020

By Blaine Ochoa 

As we welcome summertime and warmer weather, most of us will be spending more time outdoors. The Texas heat is no joke, but if you live in Texas, i’m sure you can handle a little heat! There is a lot to look forward to, July 4th, beach parties, outdoor grilling and spending time with friends and loved ones. My personal favorite is enjoying a day at the beach. I prefer my hair and makeup to look natural yet put together when I plan my beach look. Here are a few tips that will help spice up your beach look! Add a cute outfit and sunglasses and you’re good to go! 

To create a natural makeup look, I would recommend using an illuminating glow primer. One that hydrates and gently covers imperfections, yet creates a natural dewy glow on your face. I love using Misty Rockwell Cosmetics Flawless Complexion Gel. You can wear by itself or under more makeup. I would then use an eyebrow pencil to fill in my brows. I prefer using The BrowGal eyebrow pencil. Afterwards, I would finish with either a mascara for a natural look, or a faux lash for a more dramatic look. 

For the perfect beach hair, I love doing a wavy natural beach look. Without using a curling iron, you can buy a texture spray that creates a beautiful wavy curl. Amika Bushwick Beach no-salt wave spray is my favorite. You can apply on dry or damp hair. The texture is wonderful and it smells amazing. If you prefer to have your hair out of your face, doing a braid is super cute and really in right now! 

You can’t forget about sunscreen. If you are enjoying the day outside or at the beach, it’s important to wear sunscreen and protect your skin. I highly suggest Rodan and Fields Reverse Broad Spectrum SPF 50+. It is not sticky, it smells good, and it gives enough coverage to properly protect your skin all day. 

Wardrobe wise, I suggest choosing an outfit that you feel most comfortable in. Add a colorful bikini, a cute hat, and a cover up! That’s normally my go-to outfit for the beach. You can pair with wedges, sandals or flip flops depending on location etc. Some incredible local boutiques I recommend are Latitude 29.2 Surf Shop in Crystal Beach, Bungalow Boutique in Beaumont, Tina’s On The Strand in Galveston, and online based store, St. Raine, located in Houston. 

Less is more when preparing to go to the beach, but you want to make sure you still look fabulous! These tips will help you look your best, look put together, and are simple to incorporate into your beauty and fashion wheelhouse. Have a great Summer and stay safe! Xo 

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Resilience and Overcoming in the Face of Adversity

April 8th, 2020

Rich Love Society

 

By Blaine Ochoa 

I recently met a women who goes by Rich Love Society in February of 2020. I was at a women’s empowerment event in Houston called, Daughters Gather at the Table when I heard this amazing women’s life story and testimony. A story so engulfed with pain, struggle, and hardship. She spoke with such power and passion about overcoming adversity and how God changed her, that I had chills and was completely moved. In that moment I knew God had planned for me to be there and hear her story. I was instantly inspired and encouraged; I hope you are too when reading about her story.

Raised in a good home with loving parents, Rich Love grew up in church and knew who God was but didn’t realize His love for her, and that she could have a personal relationship with Him.  She struggled with self confidence and self love, and constantly felt a void within her. At a very young age she became addicted to drugs and alcohol, and also struggled with an eating disorder. She was kicked out of school, ran away from home and has been the victim of relationship abuse and domestic violence. At one point she was gang rapped, a victim of human trafficking, has had her face on Missing posters, and has even tried to commit suicide. Everything she went through added to the idea of feeling worthless. However, even in the darkest of places, God and His grace and power still prevail.

In her early 20’s when she was heavily abusing drugs and alcohol, she had a nervous breakdown and almost overdosed. Rich Love said, “God saved me, woke me up, and I had no desire to use drugs or alcohol anymore”. Seeing the pain that her mother went through because of her life choices also inspired Rich Love to make a life change. She stopped “living deadly”, promised to never try to commit suicide again, and started to live a sober lifestyle.

After she became sober, her journey was still very difficult. Once giving up drugs and alcohol, she started suffering from anxiety, PTSD, and depression. She struggled with, “the fear of not being good enough, and trying to be perfect.” She started having panic attacks and even became afraid to leave her house. “As I was trying to get my life right it was still a dark road, and Satan had made me believe that because I was reading the Bible and praying, it was causing me to have these panic attacks and fear of being in public, and even having my picture taken. I felt trapped.”

However, one day she read Proverbs 18:21 “life and death are in the power of the tongue,” and those words changed her life. She realized what she spoke and what she thought had power, and her subconscious mind started to change. “God has brought me through so much, but I know He has always had a great purpose for me.” Now at the age of 33, she is a Christian leader that inspires many women and men. She has realized that she, “can lean on God for everything.” She loves giving back to the community and is an advocate for ending domestic violence and human trafficking, and is also an inspirational speaker. She has a radio show on 95.3 Jamz in Houston, Texas where she shares her testimony with listeners. She has a blog called, RichLoveSociety.com and is also a Christian Hip Hop artist. She works with the organization, Real Beauty, Real Women and also plans to release a book in the near future.

Rich Love Society speaks at a Women’s gathering.

“I wholly and completely believe that without God we are nothing and are purposeless.”

Her biggest role model and inspiration is her mother, who recently passed away this January. She says her mom has inspired her, “through her acts of selflessness and love she showed towards other people and the world. Her heart never changed even through adversity.” She promises to make her mother proud with a life glorifying to God.

Once you hear her speak and feel the power of her voice and in her words, a power that only comes from God above, you too will understand why Satan fought so hard to destroy her life. Thankfully, Jesus and His love and grace overcome all. Rich Love is a true and beautiful testament of resilience in the face of adversity.

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Blaine’s FIVE Fav Beauty Products

February 1st, 2020

By Blaine Ochoa, Miss Houston 2019

As we continue on in the new decade and new year, I want to encourage you to give your all to each and every day. Goals and dreams are only achieved with faith, hard work, focus, and intentionality. You have the power to make 2020 as great as you want it to be. The most important single thing, beyond discipline and creativity, is daring to dare. – Maya Angelou.

Here are my five favorite beauty products that will help you look and feel fabulous as you conquer your goals in the new year! I use these products almost daily, and love them because they help boost my self confidence and make me feel empowered and more beautiful. I know they will also help you look and feel your best!

 

Kaprielle Blue Chamomile & Gold Antioxidant Face Serum
I recently started using this product on my face once a day in the evening before bed. It is super nourishing and has helped even out my skin complexion. I love this product because it is organic, vegan, helps reduce the signs of aging and reduces inflammation. It also smells amazing! The bottle is gorgeous and has 24 carat gold flakes in it. You can purchase the serum at www.kaprielle.com for $68.

 

Misty Rockwell Cosmetics Fresh Nude Mineral Gloss
A great nude lipgloss is an essential beauty product that every woman needs to have! Whether you are running errands, going to work, or getting ready for date night, this gloss will go with anything, and will complete your look! Fresh nude mineral gloss will give your lips the pop they need and keep your lips glossy for hours. It is extremely hydrating and the consistency is wonderful. You can buy the gloss for $21 at www.mistyrockwellcosmetics.com

 

Soleil Organics Tanning Mousse
I have to have a wonderful self tanner all year round to keep my skin glowing and tan. Soleil has three different self tanning options and all of them are fabulous. The color creates a perfect complexion, smells great, and lasts longer than other tanners I’ve used. The product is also very hydrating and comes with an application mitt. Soleil is also organic, cruelty free and vegan, making it my number one choice of a self tanner! You can buy this product at www.soleilorganics.com. A single bottle is $38.95

 

Lucky Cat Beauty Faux Lashes
I have been using lucky cat lashes faithfully for about three years now. They are the best lashes I have come across! Fake lashes will make your eyes pop and create a dramatic, beautiful effect. Lucky cat beauty has different styles of lashes, so you can choose the best option for you. The styles range from bold and big to softer and more subtle. You can also re wear the lashes and use them multiple times. You can purchase the lashes at www.luckycatbeauty.com for $22.

 

KÜL GLÖ Serum – Infinity Med Spa
This is a wonderful facial serum that you can apply morning and night. This serum is unique because it has a lot of different benefits and you will see many great results! It is paired with full spectrum CBD (Hemp extract) and a synergetic blend of oils with antioxidants and probiotics. The GLÖ serum strengthens your skin, and is very nourishing and hydrating. Definitely a new favorite! You can visit www.Medspainfinity.com and purchase the GLÖ serum in location at Infinity Diagnostics Center in Houston, TX.

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Enhancing Your Life

November 1st, 2019

Dr. Phi P Nguyen, M.D.

By Blaine Ochoa

Throughout life, there are pivotal moments that happen that change the course of our future. Moments can impact us in different ways and transform our lives. For example, reaching a new level in our career, attaining a dream goal, creating a family, or moving to a different country. Life is made up partly of what inevitably happens to us, and more importantly, the decisions we make – this is what changes and shapes our lives.

You have great power over the direction and outcome of your life. Your choices don’t define you, but they will always have an impact. Your mindset and the way you view yourself are beyond powerful. Having a strong mind and self confidence is healthy, and it is the foundation that guides one into making decisions. Perfection doesn’t exist, but loving yourself and striving to be the best version of you on the inside and outside is imperative to living a full life.

In the aesthetic and beauty world, getting plastic surgery has usually been a controversial topic and life choice. I believe it’s important to break the stereotypical mindset that plastic surgery is a negative, frowned upon decision. With today’s technology, medical advancements, and highly trained doctors, plastic surgery is safer and can be more beneficial than ever. I support the idea that there is nothing wrong with enhancing your outer appearance in such a way that makes you feel more confident and enhances your life.

Each day, “start by creating a better you and always look forward – never look back” says, Dr. Phi Nguyen, Owner of MIA Plastic Surgery. Dr. Phi Nuygyn was born in Vietnam and immigrated to the United States at the age of 10. Dr. Phi came to Houston for college and medical training where he attended Rice University, as well as University of Texas Medical School where he received his medical degree. He trained in general surgery and plastic surgery at St. Joseph Hospital. Dr. Phi then started his own private practice in 1997. He later sold his first practice and founded MIA Plastic Surgery in 2008, located in Houston, Texas. Aside from being a sought after and esteemed plastic surgeon, Dr. Phi loves spending time with his family and enjoys photography, surfing, boating, and playing tennis.

Dr. Phi says he didn’t always start out wanting to be a plastic surgeon. He originally wanted to be an artist, and has a huge passion for art and creativity. He however chose the field of medicine, and realized that plastic surgery was “the only field that allowed the doctor to use all of his creativity to help the patient not only get back to whole or normal but to also improve the patient.” In aesthetics and plastic surgery, “you are helping the patient be a better version of themselves. Everything else in medicine you’re normally treating an illness or disease.”

Aesthetic treatments can help boost ones self confidence and enhance a person’s lifestyle. “Surgery can be apart of a life transformation for someone. Most of the time it creates a lifestyle change, an inner and outer transformation. We love watching that transformation, it is the biggest satisfaction.”

In today’s society, some people still share the common misconception that plastic surgery can end up looking fake with the appearance that the patient clearly had work done. Social media has even been a platform for exposing poorly performed plastic surgery procedures. This is not accurate when the surgery is performed by the right medical professional with the best approach.

“At MIA we believe in that philosophy of minimally invasive aesthetics. We use the latest technology and advancements to achieve the best results and desired outcome.

The recovery period is much faster, there is less scaring, less down time, and the result is a more natural look. The MIA team prides itself on highlighting the patient’s natural beauty, staying conservative, and creating a youthful look with the proper aesthetic surgery. Without knowing you’ve had any work done.”

Dr. Phi also believes in the importance of giving back as well as educating minds. Dr. Phi is highly involved in charity work and sits on a few different foundation boards in the United States, as well as being philanthropically involved in Vietnam. “While still helping our patients, we would also like to become an institution and training school that educates doctors and surgeons on non invasive aesthetics and technology.”

“The success of MIA depends on our whole teamwork approach to help our patients the best possible way.” MIA offers everything from non invasive, minimally invasive, to full surgical procedures. MIA also offers facials, injections, non invansive body sculpting, and even mommy makeovers. “We are fortunate that we can offer such a variety of treatments under one roof, even doing actual full surgical procedures at our facility. We pride ourself on our quality service, and make sure our patients are taken care of months and years after procedures.” Dr. Phi also loves interacting with his patients and forming a relationship and bond.

Take control and responsibility over your mind, your decisions, and your life. Do what makes your soul happy and enhances your overall well being and self confidence. Aesthetics and medicine is an art and science that can transform a person’s life for the better. From improving ones health, self confidence boosting, to outer body aesthetics, plastic surgery can enhance a person’s life. Plastic surgery can even bring more opportunity, happiness, and better well being for someone. If you would like to contact the incredible MIA Plastic Surgery team call (832) 804-8992 or visit www.allaboutmia.com You can also follow MIA on social media on Instagram @miaplasticsurgery and on Facebook.

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Creatively Aggressive

September 3rd, 2019

Behind the scenes filming the pilot, “Firm Fixer.”

By Blaine Ochoa

Great achievement in life and obtaining success takes effort, focus, and discipline. Even more so, it takes being aggressive and taking action. Rising to the top consists of working hard, working smart, and being creatively different and uniquely aggressive. Aggression not displayed as violence, instead, meaning tough, relentless, and driven.

Attorney, McDonald (Don) Worley is the epitome of the words creatively aggressive, resilient, and successful. As an esteemed and recognized attorney, Worley’s experience and passion has led to his success. Winning in the courtroom consists of being bold and knowledgeable, combined with honesty and creativity. “You lie, you loose. Always tell the truth, that goes for every part of life.”

Don Worley was born and raised in Texas. Worley studied at the University of Texas at Austin, Howard Payne University, and the University of Houston. He has been the owner of McDonald Worley Law Firm for 21 years, is fluent in Spanish, and has seven lawyers working for his firm. The firm specializes in Personal Injury, Vehicle Accidents, Mass Torts, and a variety of other areas of law. The McDonald Worley Law Firm has locations in Houston, Los Angeles, Las Vegas, New York, Washington D.C., and has recently expanded into Beaumont.

In the world of law and legal matters, a client would most assuredly want an attorney who is knowledgeable, trustworthy, and fights to the best of his or her ability to win their case.
“People come to me with the most tragic and catastrophic experiences of their life.” I want my clients to know that we are in it together.”

Worley is also a professional actor and stand up comedian. Being a trained actor, has “helped me become a better trial lawyer. Acting is my passion and so is being able to help others through law.”

Part of the driving force that has led to the success of the McDonald Worley Law Firm is the unique marketing approach the firm has formed and properly executed.

Shylene Correa is the Business Development Director and promotes the image and reputation of the law firm. Correa breathes creativity and utilizes different marketing techniques. She and the team has developed different video and social media marketing tactics that has changed the way attorneys are viewed and presented.

Don Worley has become the go-to legal expert and resource in the Houston community and beyond. You can find Worley’s educational and informative law videos on his social media platforms such as Instagram: @mcdonaldworleypc.

Worley has recently started a new project with well known Director, Producer, and Director of EverConvert Productions, Jay Russell. Russel and his TV crew, are currently in the process of shooting a pilot episode called, “Firm Fixer,” to sell to TV networks. Russell says, “Don gets calls all the time from other law firms asking for advice and help, they just don’t have the background that Don has. We want people to know and trust him and feel that they have a personal relationship with Don.” The TV show will be comprised of episodes related to specific, real cases that showcase topics and situations that are relevant to the public and educates the audience. The creativity and message behind the show, Firm Fixer, combined with social media marketing, brings the firms marketing efforts to ceiling shattering levels, guaranteed for success and growth. This type of marketing isn’t typically done by other law firms and introduces marketing a law firm and legal experts on a whole new level.

Ultimately, “our job is to get justice for our clients and increase satisfaction of life.”

The McDonald Worley Law Firm specializes in providing excellent service and communication within all areas of the legal industry, and helps its clients to the very best of their ability.

In life, in the courtroom, or in marketing strategies, you have to be prepared, aggressively take action, and learn how to creatively set yourself apart to rise above the rest.

If you need legal advice or assistance, contact the McDonald Worley Law Firm at McDonaldworley.com or call 1-800-610-2001.

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She will not only climb mountains, she will move them too

June 1st, 2019

Miss Houston Teen 2019, Rita Goebel and Miss Houston 2019, Blaine Ochoa.

By Blaine Ochoa 

Everything starts with a dream, a thought, a goal, a wish. When you want something in life, go for it, give it everything you’ve got, and when you believe in something, believe in it with your whole heart.

On Easter weekend April 20, I won the title of Miss Houston 2019. Becoming Miss Houston has been a dream of mine for the past 10 years.  It’s a very surreal feeling to see your dream come to life and daily live in your dream.

I’ve always believed “all things are possible with God” Matthew 19:26 and my mom has always called,  Philippians 4:13 – For I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me” my life verse.

Chasing after this dream for three and a half years has been a long journey. I’ve previously placed first runner up, and second runner up, and I’ve even fallen on stage. I’ve had a variety of ups and downs, setbacks and comebacks. It has been a challenging, emotional, exciting, and beautiful journey – the comeback is always stronger than the setback.
I’ve learned that we have to trust God’s perfect timing, even when we don’t understand. His ways are higher than our ways. I realize now that without those years of preparation, learning, changing, and growing, I wouldn’t have been ready to take on this great responsibility that I’ve been given. I am ready now, and I’ve never been more ready for this opportunity.

I’ve also learned that you have to believe in yourself and never give up. You have to know that you are good enough, strong enough, deserving, worthy, and capable of achieving your goals and dreams. Start where you are and give it your all each and every day. It takes a lot of courage, sometimes believing in yourself when no one else does. It takes stepping out in faith, when sometimes there is no clarity. The journey is not always easy, and life gets tough, but learn to persevere. Success requires discipline and resilience.

Ultimately, I’ve realized that this journey is not about me. Its about something bigger than myself. It’s about loving, helping, and encouraging others. It’s about the love of God that shines from the inside out. It’s about grace, faith, and overcoming.

I hope my story can inspire others to passionately pursue their dreams. I’m a girl from a little beach town, with humble beginnings, who believed in her self, never gave up, and believed that God could do incredible things in her life and use her in ways that only God could.

I am truly thankful for all that God has done in my life and what He is going to do. I’m honored, humbled, and beyond excited to represent the great city of Houston at Miss Texas USA 2020. I am very thankful to work with an incredible team to help me prepare for Miss Texas USA and train under the direction of the wonderful Crystle Stewart, Miss USA 2008.

I encourage everyone to be present in your life daily. Now is your time. Now is your moment. Dreams do come true, and the only way to make the impossible, possible, is to have faith.

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Preparation Meets Opportunity

April 1st, 2019

Blaine Ochoa and Leo Johnson, owner of LJ Performance Training.

By Blaine Ochoa

“You don’t have to be great to start. But you have to start to be great.”

This is one of Leo Johnson’s favorite quotes. Leo (LJ) is the owner of prestigious gym, LJ Performance Training located in Houston.

I recently had the pleasure of meeting Leo and training with him for the upcoming beauty pageant I’m competing in, Miss Houston USA. Fitness is 1/3 of the competition score, and I am thrilled to be training with him to help me achieve my fitness goals.

I am a firm believer in following your dreams and never giving up. This will be my third time competing for Miss Houston USA. When going after a dream or trying to accomplish a goal, there will be ups and downs, setbacks and mistakes. However, if you believe in yourself, persevere, work hard, and never give up, there are no limits to what you can achieve. My life is a testament to this and so is Leo’s.

Leo is from Amarillo, where he started training high school and college students. He played college football at Texas Southern, played basketball and ran track. Health and fitness has always been a passion of his, and he knew he wanted to train professionally. He traveled to Miami, then to Los Angeles to get certified and pursue his dream of training professional athletes. He eventually moved to Texas and called Houston home.

Leo Johnson trains one of his clientele on the rings.

“Fitness has been huge my whole life. Coming from a sports background, I had to maintain living a healthy lifestyle for one, and I grew to love it. I’ve always had aspirations for having my own facility for years. Finally preparation met opportunity, and I got the chance to open my own gym on Feb. 1, 2018. I’ve had huge support from Houston; their support has been astronomical. Not being from Houston and to have gotten the support that I’ve had is amazing.”

He loves owning LJ Performance Training and finds joy in helping others. “It’s refreshing and fulfilling to help people reach their goals and help people accomplish what they’re trying to do. I love the atmosphere and the clientele. The clientele is so diverse and I love that people will not only come to workout but to hang out and chill.”

Throughout life’s journey there will be tough times and difficult moments. Focus, perseverance, and patience plays a great role on the journey to success. “Never give up. I’ve been through so much in life, and, literally, the only reason why I’m still here is because I never gave up.”

He remembers the day he told his children that he wanted to pursue his dream of training professional athletes. Years later, one of his proudest moments was when his daughter called him crying, telling him she was so proud of him when his dream came true and he became a gym owner and personal trainer to some of the top professional athletes in the business.

Ultimately what matters is not about how many times you fall down, what matters is getting back up, deciding what to do next, and moving confidently forward in the direction of achieving your dreams.

“Don’t tell me the sky is the limit when there are footprints on the moon.”

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Makeup tips and tricks for Valentine’s Day!

February 1st, 2019

Love Conquers All!

By Blaine Ochoa 

February is the month we celebrate Valentine’s Day, relationships, and love. I want to encourage you to reflect on the relationships in your life. Be thankful for your family, friends, and significant other. All year long we should try to love and uplift one another, and cherish the moments spent together.

If you are spending the evening with someone special or spending it by yourself, I hope you make it a magical evening. I want to share with you some of my favorite makeup tips and tricks to give you a fabulous, perfect “date night” look – just in time for Valentine’s Day! (Even if your date night is with yourself and a bottle of wine).

Eye Makeup

* After you cleanse and moisturize your face and apply the proper primer and foundation, I would suggest doing a smoky eye look for date night. In order to achieve this look you would start with a light color eyeshadow in the inner part of your eye lid. Then add a light brown or black and blend into the outer corner of your eyelid. Next I would add a personal favorite, Marc Harvey’s gold and silver glitter eyeshadow lightly on top of your lid and on the arch of your eye, to give a glam pop of shimmer.

Lashes

* I love fake lashes! They will make your eyes pop and look bigger and voluptuous. Gently apply eyelash glue to your fake lashes and apply just above your real lashes on your eyes. Then let dry and voila. My favorite lash line is Lucky Cat Beauty Faux Lashes.

Blush

* I would also recommend adding a subtle bronzer right under your check bones and adding a light blush gently on top of your check bones. NARS cosmetics has a great line of blushes and Makeup By Sheila I would recommend for a bronzer.

Lipstick

* To complete your date night look, I would add a fun, vibrant lip color! You could do a nude, light pink, or red. Start with a matching lip liner and finish with a gloss on top of your lipstick. I tend to use MAC cosmetics for lipsticks.

Fun fact: Lucky Cat Beauty in Houston has a fabulous new line of lipsticks that were named after influential women in Houston. There is actually a gorgeous red color named after me – called “Blaine.” I will definitely be wearing it this Valentine’s Day!

I hope you use these makeup tips and recommendations to help you look extra special, and have a wonderful date night to remember. You can also use these suggestions all year round! If you have any questions or would like to contact me please visit Beauty with Blaine or email me at [email protected]

~Love is the greatest thing on earth. Happy Valentine’s Day!

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Getting Fit in 2019

January 2nd, 2019

By Blaine Ochoa

Welcome TO 2019! It is the beginning of a new year and the start of new goals. Let’s take a minute to reflect upon the previous year. Did you accomplish what you wanted to accomplish? Was it a great year? Did you step outside your comfort zone? Did you live and love more?

Moving into the new year, I encourage you to start every day with a grateful heart and to step out in faith, believe in yourself, and live life boldly and courageously. You can achieve any goal and anything you set your mind to. Embrace change and embrace that every day is a fresh start.

A common goal most people have at this time of the year is getting in shape. I would love to share with you a few tips that have helped me and my fitness journey.

Blaine’s 5 Fitness Tips:

Balance and discipline
Balance exercising into your lifestyle. Find an appropriate time of the day that works best with you and your schedule and dedicate that time to working out. It can be in the morning, evening or even during a lunch break. Set time aside and make it a priority. If you want change in your life you are going to have to do something you’ve never done and you will have to practice discipline. You will have to make certain sacrifices, but it will be worth it.

Goal setting and planning
Set goals that are attainable. Set a reachable goal for you and make weekly goals along with monthly goals. Get a calendar to plan out the days you work out. Failing to prepare is preparing to fail. I would encourage exercising at least three times a week. This is a healthy amount of exercise for the average person.

Workout
Find fitness routines and workouts that you enjoy. Whether it’s walking 30 minutes a day, swimming, or joining a group fitness class – there are many options that aren’t strenuous and are enjoyable to do. I personally love Pilates, Yoga, dancing, and walking.

Attitude
It’s all about positivity, perception and how you look at your journey. Don’t think of working out as a burden or stressful situation. Look at it as a blessing and be thankful you can exercise, some people are less fortunate. Stay positive, and embrace the journey. It takes a strong minded individual to make a change and you will notice yourself becoming stronger daily, physically and mentally the longer you stay committed to your goal.

Accountability partner
Find someone who will push you and better you. Someone who will encourage you and uplift you. It is helpful to have a partner who will exercise with you or at least check in with you to make sure you are sticking to your workout schedule.

I hope these 5 Tips will help you succeed at your fitness goals! Nothing is impossible and always remember to rejoice in your victories, even the small ones! You CAN do it. Happy New Year and have an exceptionally blessed 2019.

If you have any fitness questions please contact me at www.beautywithblaine.com or follow me on Instagram @blainejanell\

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