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I've been active in the transgender community since 1991 and living as a full-time woman since 2010. My books are internationally recognized as some of the best makeup and transformation books for male-to-female crossdressers and transsexuals. Each book is chock full of good information and some have stories that will inspire you to be the best woman that you can be. More than just makeup and transformation books, they are sources of inspiration and portals into my life as a transgender woman. Over 3,000 women just like you have learned from these books, many of whom have gone on to become beautiful, passable, and successful in whatever they do!

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Kalina Isato’s Stochastic Musings

| Feb 1, 2010 | Reply

This month Miss Kalina Isato talks about why we should all strive to be a ma’am and not a man; she gives us her restroom and dressing room views; tells what it’s like being someone’s muse; expounds on why youth is but a ruse, beauty studies in the news, and much, much more. Speaking of […]

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Stochastic Musings — The Body and Other Musings

| Dec 7, 2009 | Reply

Kalina talks about the body, the body, and more body, the Barry, the baggy, the hairy, the scruffy, the androgyny, the clublife, and more.

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Stochastic Musings

| Nov 9, 2009 | Reply

Kalina talks about her art class, Krispy Kreme counter people, Chelsea art galleries, cheap men, cuteness, Clublife, and more.

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Stochastic Musings – Headbands, Headaches, Heartaches, Hearty Meals, Naked Me, Naked Men

| Oct 12, 2009 | Reply

What has Miss Kalina Isato been up to during the past month? Looking fabulous, taking some photos and playing with her hair. She tells us all about that and also talks about hair fashions (Headbands! Headbands!), cheap men (Come on, buy a girl a drink!), having pneumonia, pasta bowls (fettucini to die for, darling), and […]

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Stochastic Musings – Aliens, Critics, Sharing, Snaking, and Rape

| Sep 14, 2009 | Reply

In this edition of Kalina Isato’s Stochastic Musings Kalina talks about alien sci-fi, lasers firing into your eyes, why your worst critics can be your greatest allies, sharing is caring, temporary tattoos, and some self-preservation tips for all you club-goers out there.

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Stochastic Musings — Cats, Bacon, Guys, Hair, and Realness

| Aug 17, 2009 | Reply

Kalina talks about catty transsexuals, pictures are worth a thousand words, bad breakfasts, the real meaning of “guys,” real hair, and what happens when you look too real. It was hard for me to compose this entry, so I’ll give it my best shot, like I always do. I met someone new last night and […]

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Stochastic Musings – On Art and Other Musings, Part 2

| Jul 20, 2009 | Reply

Kalina Isato does get around: Nineteenth century art classes, fine dining in upscale venues, her own art exhibit, writing books on how to be the best T girl you can be — and she even finds time to spend a day at an amusement park! Did we mention she has a full time job as […]

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Stochastic Musings – On Art and Other Musings

| Jun 22, 2009 | Reply

This month our former Transvamp and current Stochastic Muser, Miss Kalina Isato, muses on art, art galleries, hair art and acting as if every meal might just be your last. If you recognize names like Degas, Cezanne and want to get to know Kalina’s brother-in-law then this is the Stochastic Musings that you don’t want […]

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Stochastic Musings – One Fish, Two Fish, Read Fish, Bleu Fish

| May 25, 2009 | Reply

Kalina talks about dining at her favorite restaurant in Philly, trannies who go to lesbian bars, and she defends the use of the word “tranny.” Click “more” to start her musings.

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Stochastic Musings — Fitting rooms, hats, and inspiration

| Apr 27, 2009 | Reply

Stochastic Musings Kalina talks about getting “ma’am”‘ed, wigs and hats, inspirational messages, rays of sunshine, and using women’s fitting rooms. There are plenty of lessons to be learned here.

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Stochastic Musings — The dishes she ate, the people she dished

| Mar 30, 2009 | Reply

Kalina talks about her newest projects, her trip up to NYC, and restaurant meals with friends. There are plenty of lessons to be learned here.

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Stochastic Musings: Kalina at the DMV

| Mar 2, 2009 | Reply

This month, Kalina describes her adventure at the Pennsylvania Department of TRANSportation Photo Center as she gets her new driver’s license photo ID card. Just to show you that I practice what I preach, consider my advice from last month’s column: “I tell the natural look trannies to focus on their eyes more than anything […]

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Ninja Beauty Secrets — Stochastic Musings

| Feb 2, 2009 | Reply

This month we’ll look at some random thoughts that fill my head from time to time. An ode to my old scholar geek days, the title is nothing more than an impressive way of saying “random thoughts.” We’ll tackle a few tgirl issues and learn some cool tips, too.

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Ninja Beauty Secrets, Part 17: Two Looks Are Better Than One

| Jan 5, 2009 | Reply

This month we will look at developing both a glamorous and a natural look concurrently. The two are more alike than you may think, but there are caveats to consider.

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The Halloween Queen

| Nov 10, 2008 | Reply

Halloween night was a special event for our own Kalina Isato — she went out as her favorite female role model, and she has plenty of photo to share from her time spent at the Henry David Halloween Ball. Ever since I was a youth, I was always obsessed with the character of Wonder Woman […]

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Ninja Beauty Secrets — Choosing the Right Size

| Oct 13, 2008 | Reply

This month we learn how to develop an eye for finding clothes that will fit you without even trying them on. We also learn that being a woman is a lot more than just thinking like one and looking like one.

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Ninja Beauty Secrets: The Versatile Headband

| Sep 15, 2008 | Reply

This month we look at the very versatile headband, a hair accessory that is an absolute must for those of you growing out your hair and needing a way of managing it so it doesn’t get in your face. Caveat: Please skip this article if you have male pattern baldness as exhibited on the Hamilton-Norwood […]

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Ninja Beauty Secrets—Styling Short Hair, Part 2

| Aug 18, 2008 | Reply

Caveat: Please skip this article if you have male pattern baldness as exhibited on the Hamilton-Norwood Scale. Great hair products are every bit as important as a great hair cut. My favorite shampoo at the moment is Aussie Moist Shampoo. It’s a fantastic shampoo with a gentle conditioner built-in. There are other great shampoos on […]

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Styling Short Hair, Part 1

| Jul 21, 2008 | Reply

STYLING SHORT HAIR, PART 1 Caveat: Please skip this article if you have male pattern baldness as exhibited on the Hamilton-Norwood Scale. A short, feminine hair style is one of the keys to a successful modern look. There are many short wig styles available, but none of them match the versatility you get when styling […]

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Ninja Beauty Secrets — About My Hair

| Jun 23, 2008 | Reply

In this edition of Ninja Beauty Secrets ninja mistress Kalina Isato takes a break from secrets and answers questions about her short, short hair. Can a trans woman feel comfortable and confident making her way through life without a wig? Kalina says yes and tells you how you can do it too.

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Ninja Beauty Secrets, Part 11

| May 26, 2008 | Reply

Determining Your Face Shape This month, we begin our glamour makeup sessions with a look at the different face shapes and hair styles that look good with each face shape.

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Ninja Beauty Secrets — Part 10

| Apr 28, 2008 | Reply

Glamour Makeup This month we turn our attention to glamour makeup, also known to some girls as evening or special occasion makeup. I will talk about my experiences with clients from all over the world as well as my experiences doing wedding makeup for genetic women. For some girls, going out during the day is […]

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Ninja Beauty Secrets –Part 9

| Mar 31, 2008 | Reply

Ninja Beauty Secrets, Part 9 “Questions & Answers” This month we’re going to review some questions you sent me in reference to the past eight months of columns. I’ve overplucked my brows; now I can’t find a brow pencil that looks natural. What should I do? Thin brows can certainly open up the eye area, […]

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Ninja Beauty Secrets — Part 9

| Mar 31, 2008 | Reply

Ninja Beauty Secrets, Part 9 “Questions & Answers” This month we’re going to review some questions you sent me in reference to the past eight months of columns. I’ve over-plucked my brows; now I can’t find a brow pencil that looks natural. What should I do? Thin brows can certainly open up the eye area, […]

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Ninja Beauty Secrets, Part 8

| Mar 3, 2008 | Reply

Lip Lining This month we’re going to learn some basic and advanced lip lining techniques and determine where and when to use them.

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Ninja Beauty Secrets, Part 7

| Feb 4, 2008 | Reply

This month we’re going to learn some basic and advanced blush techniques and determine where and when to use them.

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