COVERGIRL Queen Collection Brand Ambassador and actress Paula Patton gives you details on her own beauty routine and tells you why it’s GOOD that you’re only 21 once.

What does a typical makeup application for you include?
“I try to keep my face pretty clean, but I still want to look cute. For me, I’ll start with a concealer. I really love the Queen Collection Natural Hue Concealer. I’ll put that under the eyes — I need it being a new mom! They have a really great long lasting matte powder from the Queen Collection. Some blush, some mascara. My favorite mascara in the world is Lash Fanatic. It’s really incredible! Then I’ll think about a lip. I’ve really been into this one color, Powder Press Pink by the Queen Collection. It’s hot pink, but not too hot pink to wear dung the day.”

What are your beauty essentials — something you couldn’t leave the house without? Could you go out naked-faced?
“I could walk out naked-faced, but do I want to? Not really [laughs]. I guess if I had to do just one thing, I’d have to go with a lip color. I think that at least the lips have to have something. I could either do a lipstick or COVERGIRL has these Wetstlick Fruit Spritzers. I just really love the strawberry one, but I’d be wanting more.”

Can you tell me about the video collaboration with COVERGIRL Queen Collection and celebrity makeup artist, Ashunta Sheriff?
“It was COVERGIRL’s idea to do these how-to videos and gosh I wish I had these when I was younger. It gives you really concrete tips on how to do your makeup. I learned so much on that day from Ashunta. I think it’s going to be really valuable and Ashunta is one of the best. She taught me a lot, like how you should use a sponge or a brush applicator and I do a lot with my fingers so I started using them and I have such good coverage. Also, you should clean your mascara brush on occasion. You know how it gets so clumpy? Just a little warm water!”

Can you tell me about any upcoming roles you have in the works?
“I have one movie that I filmed called Disconnect. Alexander Skarsgard plays my husband. I’m going to start filing a movie called Broken. It’s dramatic, but a romance.”

Where do you find beauty inspiration?
“It’s always fun to flip through magazines to get ideas. I really love old movies. I love that glamour of old movie stars. Whether it be Dorothy Dandridge and her ruby red lips or the eyes of Brigitte Bardot and her eyeliner. I love the old movie stars and it’s so glamourous to look back at those days. I’m really inspired by the women involved with COVERGIRL. I look to Sofia Vergara, Drew Barrymore, Taylor Swift and Ellen [DeGeneres]. They have this inner beauty. The outside stuff, it comes and goes, but I think we can make big changes on our insides and those women are my inspiration because they are funny, compassionate and smart and about so much more than looking good. I think we need to teach a lot of young women and women in general that you need to love yourself for who you are. What’s great about life is we only get to be 21 once and we need to enjoy that. COVERGIRL has these great colors that are never too much, not costumey, but natural and just accentuates features like your cheekbones and lips.

Watch the first video:

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As the new face of the CoverGirl Queen Collection, Paula Patton has to represent the best the makeup industry has to offer. She has such a youthful, rosy glow!

Her cheeks are bright pink and she has a pop of shimmer right on the inner corners of her eyes. Adding just a touch of sparkle to that area really makes her eyes stand out. You can use a silver eyeliner or eyeshadow. For a pop like Paula’s, try the CoverGirl Queen Collection Eyeshadow Quad in LionQueen.

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Tom Cruise is at the top of his game in this stunt-filled extravaganza!

Mission: Impossible – Ghost Protocol is the biggest movie of winter, and it will definitely get you in the summer megaplex mood. The spy thriller — starring franchise lead Tom Cruise — is a perfect showcase for his incredible physicality and screen presence. Check out our top five reasons why you should see this great new movie!

1) Tom leads a dynamic cast!

Tom is a natural born star, and he leads a unique squad to stop nuclear war. Jeremy Renner is great as a mysterious new agent, Paula Patton is kick-ass as a sexy spy and Simon Pegg returns to the series as the comic relief tech dude. Even though Tom’s the clear star, the chemistry of the group makes for a great cast.

2) The action scenes are spellbinding!

The biggest draw of the Mission: Impossible movies are the intense spy sequences, and this movie does NOT disappoint. From a dizzying skyscaper climb to crazy car chases, you will not see a higher-octane movie this year. Bonus: check it out in IMAX for the full scope of the action — you’ll be on the edge of your seat!

3) You’ll feel like you’re an international globetrotter!

From India to Russia to Dubai, this movie showcases some of the most exotic cultures and locales in the world. It’s great to feel like you’re transported to another land when you go to the movies!

4) The filmmakers stick to what works!

Even though it could be argued that there isn’t much of a plot, any attempt at characterization would be extraneous and boring. The stakes are high enough without any epic romances or family drama, and it’s a relief that this movie is back to basics.

5) It’s just fun!

Everybody likes a big, sexy spy movie, and this is something that everyone from teenagers to grandparents will enjoy. Tom knows how to make a crowd-pleaser, and if you need some heat to escape the winter weather, check out Mission: Impossible – Ghost Protocol!
What do YOU think, HollywoodLifers — will you check out Mission: Impossible – Ghost Protocol this weekend?

– William Earl

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CoverGirl just announced Paula as their newest face on Twitter, saying, “BIG NEWS: COVERGIRL Queen Collection is excited to announce our newest Celebrity Brand Ambassador, Actress Paula Patton!”

Paula is in good company — she joins Queen Latifah in representing the collection and Taylor Swift in representing the cosmetics brand in general. Also on her radar this year? Paula will star alongside Tom Cruise in Ghost Protocol, the latest Mission Impossible movie which hits theaters December 16!

Natalie Portman and Jane Krakowski joined the ranks of gorgeous moms-to-be who dazzled on the Golden Globe red carpet!

For the past few years, we have seen celebrity moms-to-be shine on the red carpet of the Golden Globe Awards and this year was no different. Pregnant Natalie Portman looked stunning as she accepted her award for Best Actress in a Motion Picture Drama at the Globe Globe awards last night, Jan. 16, for her amazing performance in Black Swan. The 29-year-old recently announced that she is expecting a baby with beau-turned-fiance, Benjamin Millepied and she looked radiant on one of the biggest nights of her life! Maternity wear sure has come a long way, and we’re excited about the couture glad baby bumps we saw last night!

Check out this gallery! It’s one big bump watch!

And although Natalie stole the show, we can’t forget about funny girl Jane Krawkowski, who showcased her blossoming bump in a Badgley Mischka Couture slate blue silk chiffon dress! The 30 Rock star is expecting her first child with fiance Robert Godley.

In honor of the Hollywood baby boom, we’ve decided to look back at some of our favorite Golden Globe gals who rocked the red carpet — baby bump and all!

10 best dressed bumps of 2010!

1. 2010- While pregnant with her daughter Aviana, Amy Adams wore a Carolina Herrera forest green silk faille dress and accessorized with a brooch as well as Tiffany & Co. jewelry.
2. 2010- Paula Patton wore a gown by Kaufman Franco and jewelry by Neil Lane. She welcomed her son, Julian, with Robin Thicke on April 6, 2010.
3. 2009- Trying to hide her pregnancy at the time, Rachel Griffiths wore a loose-fitting, satin gold dress that flowed nicely over her secret bump! She welcomed daughter Clementine in June.
4. 2006- Rachel Weisz was five-months with her son Henry when she wore a bronze crinkled silk gown by Donna Karan. She not only looked lovely, but she walked away with a Globe for her role in The Constant Gardner!
5. Selma Blair is going to be a mommy!
6. 2006- Gwyneth Paltrow was pregnant with her son Moses when she wore a gorgeous creamy white dress by Nicolas Guesquiere of Balenciaga.
7. 2004- Dressed in a stunning red Donna Karan gown while six months pregnant with her son Roman, Cate Blanchett wowed all the way down the carpet.
8. 2003- Then pregnant with her daughter Carys, Catherine Zeta-Jones wore a beautiful Donatella Versace black gown.

–Leigh Blickley

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Paula Patton, the lovely wife of singer/songwriter Robin Thicke, began her career with a role in the movie Hitch and has since appeared in films including Deja Vu, Swing Vote and Precious. She recently gave up her role on Law & Order: Special Victims Unit to star in the new Mission: Impossible film, Mission: Impossible – Ghost Protocol along with Tom Cruise! Good move! This past year has been exciting for Paula and Robin, considering they welcomed their first child together, Julian Fuego on April 6!

Before Julian was born, Robin said, “Paula’s kind of got the baby taste in the family. I’m just going to sing to it and cuddle with it and teach it how to play basketball and talk to girls.” Aww! Well we hope the Thicke family is doing well! Happy Birthday, Paula!

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Robin Thicke can croon with the best of them, but these days, he’s doing most of his crooning about fatherhood. At the grand opening of the Hard Rock Hollywood on Oct.  21, Robin, 32, told Hollybaby.com exclusively what it’s like being a new dad to his 6-month-old son, Julian Fuego. “It changes everything!” he told us. “It changes your heart, your intentions, your desires and  your reality — all for the better.”

Read about how Robin’s singing gets Beyoncé and Jay-Z “in the mood!”

Robin’s wife, Paula Patton, 34, is in Europe filming Mission: Impossible 4 with Tom Cruise and Jeremy Renner, which leaves Robin a single parent, at least temporarily. Is he more or less strict than his wife? “Well, it’s really hard to be strict with a 6-month-old! You don’t really tell them anything NOT to do. What are you going to do? Slap his hand when he eats a piece of fruit?” he said with a laugh. “Yeah, there’s no strictness going on yet, but when he starts making trouble…”

–Roger Singer (with additional reporting by Jennifer S. Frankel)