I OFFER this yearopener as a tribute to young, vivacious mothers. They juggle everything from work to kids and looking beautiful while being this busy.
Of course, I’m not only referring to their beauty on the outside. These women also possess inner beauty that cannot be denied. I’ve put together a shortlist of RP celebrity moms who are still making heads turn while doing endeavors that are meaningful to them and to the public who watches them:
 1. Ruffa Gutierrez - Still holds the top spot for being the loveliest celebrity mom. Everyday of the week, she’s preoccupied with filmings, tapings, commercials and yet she manages to stay fresh. She’s the proud mom of the super kulit but adorable kids Lorin and Venice. She’s a very busy multitasker who makes an effort to create a balance in her life. According to this young mother, "This year, I would like be more centered and lead a more balanced and healthier life." Right on, Ms Ruffa! |
 2. Dawn Zulueta - This gorgeous mom is a top commercial endorser. Her face brightens up billboards across Metro Manila’s major thoroughfares. Her face, her body, and her fashion choices are always topnotch. She has regal and classy look na hindi talaga mistake them only as her brothers. She has one of those faces that refresh. |
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 4. Lorna Tolentino - Some time after the departure of her beloved husband Rudy Fernandez, we can now slowly see that LT has made peace with his passing. She continues to honor his legacy with her acceptance and renewed positive outlook in life. Seeing LT with her two adult children, gosh, you might |
 5. Charlene Gonzales - as beauty titlist, movie actress and host, Charlene truly shines at everything she does, especially being mom to twins Andres and Atasha. I’ve known her since was just a budding beauty queen. Very down-to-earth and unassuming--you really wouldn’t expect this from such a beautiful girl. Aga, you are so blessed! kumukupas, in addition to being a great actress. |
 6. Pops Fernandez- This sexy mom of grown-up children is one of my top picks for best dressed celebrities. Also known as the concert queen, Pops continues to wow me with the evolution of her style. Whether performing in sold-out concerts or guesting on TV, her style stands out. |
 7. Donita Rose - Her beauty is very serene. Definitely one of the most beautiful faces even without make-up. She lives a balanced life--being wife, mother and celebrity. A deeply spiritual person and it shows by the level of peace you can feel when you’re around her. |
 8. Lucy Torres - The picture that comes to mind is porcelainwhite, flawless skin. All through the years, she’s maintained her figure and is one of the best dressed women in RP entertainment. More than this, she’s one of the best liked celebrities. Knowing her personally, I can also vouch that she is a genuine sweetheart. |
 9. Sheryl Cruz - After ten years, I saw her again at an event in Manila and was shocked to see that she looked almost exactly the same. It’s like time stood still for this former teen idol. She still has her trademark sweet Sheryl Cruz smile. On her current TV projects, I’m glad to see she’s become a more mature, deeper actress. Congrats! |
 10. Angel Aquino - A very classy and stylish Filipina beauty. She’s a chameleon. Her beauty continues to evolve. Beyond this, Angel is also an excellent actress. Her kids have a wonderful role model in her.
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3. Gretchen Barretto - This celebrity mom is as glamorous as ever. She continues to dazzle the Philippine entertainment scene. Her fashion statements as well as verbal statements are explosive. The world listens when Gretchen talks. She may be controversial at times but otherwise she wouldn’t be Gretchen Barretto.***
The author is a Marikina-born, award-winning celebrity beauty stylist with his own chain of salons across Southern California and Las Vegas, Nevada. Ultimately, Monet is known as an all-around artiste who produces sold-out fashion and awards shows, as well as unforgettable marketing campaigns. Monet is also the founder of the revolutionary all-natural beauty products available at www.skinbymonet. com. He supports many humanitarian efforts to include projects in his native Marikina, The Bantay Bata Foundation, and many more. To contact Monet, please visit www.monetsalon.com for more information.
( Published on January 17, 2009 in Asian Journal Los Angeles p. B4 )
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