16 Quotes by Maria Canals Barrera

My advice for young Latinas interested in pursuing a career in Hollywood is to make sure you love to perform and make sure you get the training you need.

I can't remember a time when I didn't want to be in show business!

I can't live without a good scrub or concealer. Concealer could give you 8 hours sleep instantly. I also love lipstick, for everyday a berry tone that resembles the natural lip color.

Heels I've always loved, but a wedge is perfect, in between glamorous and a common shoe. If going to the store, why wear flip-flops when you can wear wedges?

'Marielena' was a wonderful experience that so many people still remember today. It challenged me to practice my Spanish. Having been born and raised in Miami, English was very much my dominant language!

I used to watch my Cuban mother getting ready singing 'Dos Gardenias,' so to me fashion has always been fun.

I'm proud to be a hard working actress; it's what I've always loved to do and I'm so happy and proud to still be doing it.

Beauty inspires me - beauty in nature, people, and art. Smells and fragrances too. I know it sounds weird, but I'm a "fume head." I'm very olfactory-driven.

A good smell puts me in a great mood and even inspires my creativity.