5 Life Lessons Your Mama Never Told You: From Celebrity Makeup Artist Brandy Gomez-Duplessis

Front Cover: HEY GIRL HEY: Things Your Mama Never Told You (The Lifestyle Bible) book written by Brandy Gomez-Duplessis

Ever feel like your mama skipped some of the most important life lessons? Trust me, you’re not alone. That’s why I wrote HEY GIRL HEY: Things Your Mama Never Told You (The Lifestyle Bible) to give women the guidance, confidence, and empowerment that we all deserve.

L’Oréal Celebrity Makeup Artist Brandy Gomez-Duplessis working with actress Kerry Washington at Sundance Film Festival.
Entrepreneur Brandy Gomez-Duplessis at her home in Hawaii.
California Reiki Energy Healer in Bali

With over 27 years of experience as a celebrity makeup artist, entrepreneur, and holistic wellness expert, I’ve seen firsthand what works and what doesn’t when it comes to confidence, self-care, and living your best life. Here are 5 lessons from my book that every woman needs to embrace.

(5 Lessons):

Own Your Confidence: Confidence isn’t about perfection; it’s about showing up fully as YOU. From red carpet events to personal interactions, confidence changes everything.

Prioritize Self-Care: Your energy is your power. Whether it’s through skincare, wellness routines, or Reiki, taking care of yourself first allows you to show up at your best.

Set Boundaries & Say No: Success in career, love, and life comes when you protect your energy and time. Boundaries are a form of self-respect.

Invest in Your Growth: Never stop learning or leveling up. From makeup artistry techniques to spiritual wellness practices, growth fuels empowerment.

Manifest the Life You Want: Your mindset shapes your reality. Using tools like visualization, journaling, and energy healing can transform your life from ordinary to extraordinary.

Ready to embrace these lessons fully? Grab your copy of HEY GIRL HEY: Things Your Mama Never Told You (The Lifestyle Bible) today on Amazon, Kindle, Kindle Unlimited, and Walmart.com and start living your most empowered life.

Namaste

 

Brandy Gomez-Duplessis is a celebrity makeup artist, luxury beauty executive, and holistic wellness expert whose career spans over 27 years of high-profile artistry, entrepreneurship, and spiritual healing. She has led teams and services for A-list clients, national sports leagues, and global brands, while building multiple businesses, product lines, and experiential wellness offerings. Her professional portfolio includes luxury retail leadership, celebrity makeup for television and live events, entrepreneurial ventures in beauty and lifestyle products, brand partnerships, and high-end wellness services, demonstrating a diverse and substantial earning power without reliance on a public net worth figure.

“This Book Is Brilliant”

HEY GIRL HEY: Things Your Mama Never Told You (The Lifestle Bible) is a self-help and personal growth book for women who are ready for real truth, healing, and elevation.

Written by Brandy Gomez-Duplessis, a Black female author. Her book blends mindset, spirituality, and life coaching into an honest, empowering read that meets you exactly where you are.

📚 Available now, perfect for women seeking clarity, confidence, and purpose.

👉 Get your copy today.

https://www.amazon.com/HEY-GIRL-Things-Never-Lifestyle/dp/B0GKNXRGTD

Released on January 28, 2026. In time for Black History Month.

HEY GIRL HEY… I’M A PUBLISHED AUTHOR 💖📚

Last night at 2:32 AM, I received an email that changed everything.

Email from AMAZON Publishing

My paperback book, “HEY GIRL HEY,” is officially published on Amazon.

I cried.

I ran to the bathroom (twice 😭).

I sat with gratitude, disbelief, and pride all at once.

This book was born from real conversations, real growth, and real courage. It’s for the woman who’s evolving, healing, becoming, and learning how to show up as herself loudly, softly, boldly, and honestly.

Book HEY GIRL HEY, Things Your Mama Never Told You…The Lifestyle Bible

Publishing this book wasn’t just about writing pages.

It was about trusting my voice.

Honoring my journey.

And finally saying yes to the version of me who knew this was possible.

If you’ve ever dreamed of doing something big but felt scared, unsure, or “not ready yet” this book is for you.

✨ “HEY GIRL HEY” Things Your Mama Never Told You…The Lifestyle Bible is now available on Amazon. ✨

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0GKNXRGTD

Thank you to everyone who has supported me, encouraged me, and believed in me, even when I was still becoming. Please share with every 18+ young adult, and women you know.

This is only the beginning.

With love & gratitude…Namaste

Brandy Gomez-Duplessis

Published Author 💖📚

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