Pressures to wear make-up

MandMm

If there are people in your life, who treat you different when you have/have not got makeup on, then it's time to think about who you want in your life. I used to dress up for work, makeup etc, and when I didn't wear makeup, the people who treated me the same, were the valuable people in the organisation. If you don't like wearing it, simply dont.

chelsb

I agree, society has formed this image of women that they must be wearing makeup for them to be socially acceptable in the workplace.

Assaya

I like to wear eye make-up in particular because it makes ME feel better, otherwise my best features are washed out. Light powder takes the sheen off my oily skin.

I use lip balms to keep lips from drying out but I avoid lipsticks because they are drying and colours hue ranges look artificial. If anything I opt for the soft blue/pinks and shimmers.

cas

Well said! I must admit to having worn makeup 90% of my life, but these days I much prefer not to. In fact my husband has commented on "why do you wear make up. Why do women wear it?" Men do not and we accept that without question. So why do we females feel we need to "cover up" our faces. As if we are wearing a veil. Does it give us more confidence? Perhaps. We see the so called beauties in magazines and so try to emulate them. However, if we tried to emulate that look with our natural beauty, surely it would reflect much better. Be brave enough to look at the world through your own eyes and enjoy it much clearer.

Babychou

Can't say that i hate make up but yeah i don't wear it that often!And when i do it's for myself, not to please others.

killy

I like wearing make-up it makes your features stand out, and makes me feel more feminine.

lissylou

Agree- Personally I don't wear make up. I can't stand the stuff. It feels like i've stuck my face in a plate of food and eaten it like a dog. I'm a social and active person who likes to go out and do nice things. I've never felt under dressed and have never been frowned upon from my lack of cosmetics. If anything, people find it refreshing knowing you are comfortable in your own skin. People can look fantastic with or without it. No discrimination here!

Anonymous

I agree, Its unfair.

Though maybe we are all self conscious- hidden under makeup. We just need to except who we are.
Some of us are loud bubbly gals, then some of us are quiet as a mouse, but we all have one thing in common. We hide our self's ..

But i do hate it when you have that job that requires you to wear an amount of makeup for a "neat appearance"
:/

sheeba

I do not wear makeup. Most people think it is unusual but I do not think it is.

Anonymous

I full agree

Anonymous

i where very little make as i find too much looks fake and at my age very little brightens you up makes you feel good and hides some of the nasty skin rashes or scars

kimmaree84

I used to wear makeup basically every day when I was in my early 20's. Now...I am in my late 20s, almost 30 and I feel much better without it! Just a bit of moisturiser with sunscreen and maybe some lip balm and that's it!

It's so much nicer not having to scrub stuff off my face at the end of the day!

Anonymous

there is no need in women always wearing make-up. If men and other people do not like it that is their problem not yours cause it is your body and if you do not want to wear make-up then you really do not have to.

Ol

If you never wear make-up then the people around you take that as being your normal appearance. Females who always wear make-up and then suddenly one day they don't, they tend to look like they've been bulldozed! That's why men look good all the time, they don't hide whats really there.
And when you dress-up you actually make a statement because you look so different to your everyday self!

Anonymous

I is definitely not unsual! I have many friends who don't wear makeup. I do wear make up because my skin is bad. I look very different with no makeup on.

Anonymous

Personally i feel more comfortable when i have makeup. But i am not fuzzy about other people.

Anonymous

I agree, a woman should be able to wear as much or as little makeup as she pleases.

Anonymous

I agree wholeheartedly!

Anonymous

I totally agree! I like not wearing make up, but at the same time I do because it gives me a major confidence boost

antzy

I agree, but I think it depends on how the person looks lol. I personally don't wear make up a lot simply because it's a pain in the bum not being able to touch my face, having to retouch and just be careful not to ruin the make up, pretty much. Thats why i only wear eye liner, lipstick, and blush.

Anonymous

I agree, I generally don't wear makeup, I live in a hot climate and find it uncomfortable, although I do sometime put a bit of mineral powder and lippy on when I get dressed up.

Anonymous

I don't wear makeup often either. I find it dries my skin out. When I do I only wear mineral makeup.

Allyx

I think make up is a totally personal thing.

Everybody is different. Some people hate it, some are allergic to it, and some will not step foot outside the door without it.

I think its a personal choice, and women should not be discriminated against for not wearing it.

In saying that, I believe your appearance, especially that at work or in a professional environment, is very important.

If you are a natural beauty and can get away with it, no make up is fine. If you are aware you look like the walking dead or people ask if you're ill when you don't wear make up, maybe put a bit of blush on before you head to work.

It is not something to be discriminated against, however I do understand how some employers may view it as a lack of personal maintenance and laziness, even if these are not the reasons for not wearing make up.

Teenz

I dislike the fact that males think that women wear makeup because they're insecure about their looks. The truth is woman wear it as they feel under dressed if they don't. I do dislike wearing make up but do feel it's society that has the expectations that women should wear it, this dates back to early years like BC even

Anonymous

I definately agree, and I find that the less I wear makeup, the more people are used to my natural face, so that if I chose to wear makeup for a very special occasion then I look more impressive because people are used to my bare face.

Anonymous

sure,agree with you...every day bake up demage you skin

Anonymous

I always get pimples after wearing make up.

Anonymous

I always get pimples after wearing make up.

Anonymous

I thoroughly enjoy putting on makeup but there are days where i can't be bothered and i definitely don't think makeup is an essential for woman!

Anonymous

Hi i love makeup

Anonymous

Sometimes I like makeup, makes me feel better about myself. Depends on the job whether you should wear makeup.

frannymanny

I absolutely agree with you . A face is a face and it doesnt need to be covered with foreign material. It has to be removed to keep skin healthy so that should give us a clue about what it does to your skin.

jakai_mum

Are women discriminated if they don't wear makeup. Up until recently I spent most days makeup free and didn't noticeably come across discrimination. I wear makeup now for myself, not at all for others. I think if you are confident in whatever your choice is then go with that and there shouldn't be any problems. And if people judge you for being makeup free then they will judge you for more and needn't be the people to worry about.

Anonymous

No that is nothing unusual at all. Women should be allowed to wear as less or more as they want. I have days were I don't want to put any products on my face but am a little scared about what people would think or say. But at the end of the day who cares? You are beautiful in your own way.

Nettie76

I agree!
I actually do wear make up myself, although I do wear less than I used to (I'm 37 now). But I do agree that it should be a choice. My mum doesn't wear make up and I know a lot of other women, in all age groups who do not wear it either.
I think the world is so shallow!!!

PGS

Not a fan of the war paint.

When I was at high school, one of the maths teachers was a runner up in a Miss Australia (or similar) contest. We always reckoned on about 3 hours to cake the makeup on in the morning & 4 hours with a small jack-hammer to get it off at night.

A little may be ok, but certainly not so much it totally changes what you look like.

Anonymous

Hi Volcano, I don't think it is unusual that you don't like wearing make up a lot of women don't. There is no rule or law to say women have to wear make up so yes of course I agree with you 100% in saying women should be able to go without make up for things such as interviews and casual events and not be discriminated against. There are even some employers these days that require women to wear minimal, natural make up.

sweetanne

We are the same, i can wear make up occasionally I prefer nothing on my face for everyday even I'm out and I'm more comfortable and nothing to hide on my face

neddiebear

I am the same I wear it for work because I have to but rarely if I am going out my husband tells me I don't need it plus I think because my mum wears it like spak filler it's scared him off LOL

fuzz

For a special occassion it is great to put on a face, however I don't wear makeup everyday

Nikek

i don't like wearing make-up neither. But yes, if you don't wear make-up for a job interview that you will be considered under-dressed. it's just part of the dress / suit that you wear for formal event, i guess.

Soin

I agree with you. Women shouldn't be judged from way of wearing makeup.

Anonymous

I sell make up for a living but I don't always wear it. Natural beauty is always best. Lil secret some men do wear make up. Little concealer or wrinkle cream but they wont tell you that. People shouldn't be discriminated for not wearing make up. Its a persons choice.

Anonymous

i totally agree with this, such a double standard. it wastes so much of our time in the morning having to put make up on and in some instances ive heard remarks about us girls looking like clowns or too fake for wearing make up. cant win!

Anonymous

Yeah maybe. Not wearing make ups reveal your true beauty and every girl should have confidence to themselves even though they don't have make ups in their faces.

Anonymous

I wouldn't go along with you on that. I think Men and women can both wear make up depend on your hobby. it has nothing with gender discrimination. Particularly, I like the man with gental perfume more .

Anonymous

I do not often make-up except for some formal occasions.
But I think natural is beautiful
It is the best to be ourselves.

Anonymous

I do not often make-up except for some formal occasions.
But I think natural is beautiful
It is the best to be ourselves.

wadnsarnsum

I agree that you shouldn't have to wear makeup but I choose too because I feel my face looks nicer with it. I think people who do wear makeup are also often looked down on by people who don't wear it. I think it is a personal choice and no-one should be discriminated against because of their personal choice.

Instnx

Yes - I totally agree!! Ladies should be confident and feel beautiful without make-up (camouflaging your true natural identity) I rarely put make up on only for occasions / events - I don't wear make up for work...who am I pleasing ? Is my reasoning! Also too...It surely does irritates me the time & effort put make-up on especially for a short time only to waste time washing It off ! haha!

Anonymous

I love make up! I think it's the best invention ever! Not only does it cover up blemishes if you're having a bad day but it can only be used for highlighting and enhancing the best features of your face. I think there's nothing wrong with it at all as long as you don't go overboard with it. Some jobs consist you being properly made up where as others don't! I just think it depends really! Look if I have naturally olive skin and rosey cheeks with long dark eyelashes I wouldn't need make up!

Anonymous

I wear makeup everyday, I feel naked without it, but yes it is unfair.

humps95

It is not unusual to hate make up although I enjoy wearing it.
Your points are very true about men not having to wear makeup and that if women don't they are considered under dressed.

kel3

Yes I SO agree! I hate wearing makeup too, it kind of makes me feel like my face is dirty or something. If I go to a wedding or interview I use it very lightly.

bhuntu

Make up for woman is necessary I guess. Wearing make up makes one look not only pretty and beautiful but also it helps one to gain confidence according to my own experience.

Lenmontano

Make up for woman is necessary I guess. Wearing make up makes one look not only pretty and beautiful but also it helps one to gain confidence according to my own experience.

I think so too. There are days when i just go out without make up and i feel so insecure inside. When you feel your beautiful outside, confidence gets a boost and you feel happier.

Anonymous

yes i cant wear make up only the dear brands ...

coca

I disagrre. This is a free country and no one can tell u what u want to do with your face . I assume u are a strong sensible person and I bet u can tell who ever discrimates u make up wise that ur face is ur face and u have every right to keep it that way. make up is great... it enhances the attributes you got, however if u hate them no one can force u to slap into it. I know few women who do not use make up and never heard theve been discriminated . Most intelligent homo sapiens do not judge a person because of what they look but because of what they do or how they act.

Amal

Wearing make up makes me look worse than not wearing, and no one ever ask me to wear make up except on my wedding day

Anonymous

I agree with this a lot. I honestly can't even find myself leaving the house without putting on make up because of how much society judges us.

Bellajoy

Is make-up or not, this is a personal choice. I like to put eyeliner. That does not take more than 5 minutes.

damarapearson

When I was younger, around 14 years old, I was fully against makeup for some reason, I think it was because of the girls around me wearing lots of makeup and "caking'' it on so to speak. Nowadays (I'm 18) and I definitely wear more makeup than I used to because my skin isn't as good. This definitely isn't unusual, it's definitely okay in my eyes!

Minaki

I like wearing makeup that looks "natural" I often think that I wear a lot of makeup but people usually think I am not wearing any at all (except for lipstick).

I try to get my makeup done professionally for special occasions, and although I look better in photos with makeup, I hate looking at myself close up and seeing it caked on.

Anonymous

I don't wear make up that much, so I agree

Anonymous

disagree

Anonymous

I feel its more up to the woman. I personally use maeup to cover up facial blemishs and uneven tones. It helps me feel more confident

littletoot

I dont wear makeup unless I choose to, but that is not to say it has always been that easy. In the past I've been instructed by an employer to wear makeup. I was told that the public found itiffensive to be served by someone who -did not take care of themselves. Once I finished uni and started my career Iwas not asked or told to were makeup, but at least once a week I would be asked why I didnt wear it. I'm now in my 50s and people now ask me how I come to have such clear skin. Im sure minimal make up has something to do with it!

lourine

Sometimes I go without it :) Well to be honest its mostly :) If a woman doesn't wear make up then that's fine, I guess males don't mind it either if you really have good skin complexion :)

If I do wear makeup its the mineral powder, its light and it gives you that special 'glow' and really tones out the skin.

However, presentation is everything in this world and in most industries so I guess a little eye liner and powdered makeup and lip gloss wont hurt :)

wendel

Must admit I'm slack with make up, hate having to put it on and take it off. Just a bit of lippy does me...and wearing sunglasses alot I don't need eye make up. I know, I'm a cheat.

Jenny

I'm disagree, although I'm a women too ! Usually I not wearing make up, why? because in my opinion it not important, but we should make-up when to attend in party, event or interviews important, because that to show you have respect for who stood confronting you, and may make you more beautiful.

rango

I have noticed that kids in high school have started with the caked on makeup. It is quite disturbing that some of my daughters friends already seem to be in the trap where they refuse to leave the house without having their faces "done"..such a sad
way for kids to grow up having so little confidence from so early

ashli

i agree with you but i think we do it because we are we are unsure of ourselves and the way we look so we put on more make up the less confident we are in ourselves

kepola

A lot of women like to wear make up either to cover up scars etc... i dont like wearing too much make up when i go out ... i only wear concealer so i dont look sleepy and tired ... i only wear make up when theres special ocasions ...

Anonymous

I agree. Makeup should be saved for special occasions. If you were it everyday and then wear it when you go out people don't notice the difference. You are just another face in the crowd, you don't stand out because that is just the normal you.

Ness76

If you dont feel the need to wear makeup then don't. Its all about how you feel. I personally think the fashion industry have got models wearing far to much makeup.

Ness76

If you would rather not wear makeup then don't. It is about how you feel that matters.

Anonymous

I agree, women should feel proud and safe to know that they will not be discriminated. Afterall, I believe less is more.

Anonymous

i personally believe it all depends on the person, of course society has this image of how a woman should look which would involve makeup, but these days its taken too far, makeup was invented to use very little and just bring out your natural features, not cover your whole face so you look completely different without makeup on.

You would probably also have alot better skin then someone who wears makeup alot, i personally know alot of girls who only wear makeup sometimes on occasions when they are going out, so i think it just all depends on the person and their opinions.

Anonymous

i fully agree with this, i don't think you should have to wear make up any wear but i love doing my hair and make up i really enjoy doing it, it makes me feel better and more confident with my self and sometimes you need that.

Anonymous

I agree..true beauty is skin deep!!

monicag8

I agree that make-up shouldn't be mandatory. However it does make a face look nice. I think employers should be able to look at a well presented person with makeup and be able to hire them for their professional image if they feel it would suit the company better without being labelled as being discriminatory.

I myself have never been able to wear make up due to the fact that I have sensitive skin conditions. I have never felt as though I have been descriminated as a result of this. I just put on my moisturiser and go. I don't feel as though I have to wear makeup, but I know if I could it would make me more attractive.

Make up is pretty. People do like pretty people. However it is also often the cause of allergic reactions etc. I think people who are able to wear make up feel more grown up and refined because that is the confidence that make up gives them. I think people who feel as though they are being discriminated against because they don't wear make up have low confidence and are sticking up the blame finger rather then seeing that they might not be the best candidate for the role they have applied for.

It's not unusual for a person to not want to wear make up. A lot of people have skin sensitivities and so they are unable to wear it as a result. Make up is not natural, it is manmade and artificial. It damages the skin after prolonged use. Many people think it leads to premature aging. So not everyone wants to wear it. However often then not they don't feel as pretty without it on.

humps95

I agree that make-up shouldn't be mandatory. However it does make a face look nice. I think employers should be able to look at a well presented person with makeup and be able to hire them for...

I definitely agree monicag8!
Make up does make a face look nice although it is not needed for everyone.
Everyone has a different opinion on make up and i think it doesnt change the person you are if you do or do not wear makeup

goanna

Best being natural, letting your skin breath than being clogged by foundation etc.

purpleboo

I don't wear it very much although it only takes 10 minutes to put it on. I only wear a mineral powder and blush with a dab of foundation on my freckles as I have great skin. I look younger and more attractive with it and always wear it going out. I feel more confident when I do. I use a green glitter eyeliner. It looks fantastic. I have a very greasy T-zone and constantly dab it all day so when I wear my powder, the grease shines through it. Hence I only use the powder going out at night. Does anyone know what product to use to cut down/ out the grease? It is a very aggravating problem.

music1

I don't think it's a good idea to wear false eyelashes and foundation to cover marks on the face because once they are removed then you look like a different person.

music1

I don't think it's a good idea to wear false eyelashes and foundation to cover marks on the face because once they are removed then you look like a different person.

PGS

As a guy, I hate make-up. If you REALLY feel you need a few layers of warpaint to look good, it's probably your self-esteem that's the problem.

Personally, I won't bother with the lasses that have it caked on. Anything more than light blush/lipstick/eyeshadow (if you REALLY, REALLY have to) & it's no-go. Before you refer to e as 'shallow' or whatever other adjective you can muster, remember - I'm not the one that feels so ugly I need to use it.

wendel

Yes, I hate wearing make up, only for formal occasions really. But admit to wearing lippy to go shopping and wear sunglass anyway, so don't need to wear eye make up. Lazy aren't I? But in the summer especially, I sweat make up off or it goes really greasy and shiny on me, better off without it then.

vanessah

It's not unusual for anyone to hate wearing makeup it's a personal choice. I personally don't wear makeup but I do use a good facewash, toner and moisturiser and always get compliments about how youthful and clear my skin looks which is good for someone in her 30's. I have been to casual events job interviews and corporate events with no makeup and no-one said anything negative to me as I was always dressed appropriatly and had my hair done accordingly. Dont let anyone discriminate against you for not wearing makup, if they do not like your personal choice and can not respect it then quite frankly do you want to know them.

Anonymous

It's not unusual for anyone to hate wearing makeup it's a personal choice. I personally don't wear makeup but I do use a good facewash, toner and moisturiser and always get compliments about how...

Its not unusual. I hate it too! But its all got to do with the damn main stream crap! Just be who you are.

Miss Prim

I think it is a matter of personal choice to wear make up. I used to wear it when I was working but now I am retired I don't wear it as much. I now use only mineral powder and lipstick when I go out. I wear make up mainly to protect my skin from the weather elements as I have fair sensitive skin and burn easily. Most times I do not wear make up just moisturiser.

heatherch

I don;t wear makeup any morewhy soent loads of ime & money trying to look natural with all the fake makeup

pauline50

I halso hate wearing make up i am 44 and only use a spf 30+ Foundation and eyeliner if i go out but otherwise i don't bother.

Fingerfood

I hate Make up. It takes way too much time to put in on and even more time to take it off. Plus, it's sooo bad for your skin.

killy

I enjoy wearing make-up. It gives your face a lift and brightens my day. However, I know it is not for everybody, but it does smooth your skin out. I always make sure I use light make-up(s) though, I don't like it when it is thick and cloggy on your skin. One thing I have always done is remove my make-up before going to bed, never slept it in (that is bad for your skin, not the make-up). Infact most make-up(s) have SPF...

s

I enjoy wearing make-up. It gives your face a lift and brightens my day. However, I know it is not for everybody, but it does smooth your skin out. I always make sure I use light make-up(s)...

I also enjoy wearing makeup as it makes me look younger and evens out my skin tone and takes away the redness in my skin. As I get the foundation for older peoples skin and it does what it says.

Joppy1987

I don't wear makeup unless I attend a special occasion such as a wedding. I love my skin, my complexion, its me and I am beautiful just the way I was made. I am not against makeup but I don't think people shouldn't hide away under layers and layers of foundation for when i see those people I feel for them as they believe their natural beauty isn't good enough so they cover it up. Also in most cases those people who wear thick layers of makeup, tend to make themselves look nothing like them & often can make them less attractive as the color often doesn't match. I have studied beauty & wearing layers of makeup every day isn't the best for your skin...so we can stand proud as when we are 70 we will still have a gorgeous glow. Those of you who wear makeup everyday ensure its a good quality makeup and includes SPF and always wash it off at the end of the day :) But in regards to it being 'under DRESSED' since when did that become about our natural beauty??... it should relate to the outfit or 'dressed'... so to those who believe under dressed is proud woman with a gorgeous face, seriously wake up as its natural beauty and its called natural for a reason. I think we should reverse it and say... 'wearing makeup is under dressed " ... as for natural beauty is definitely the most beautiful thing and wins best dressed for sure. Every male in my life which is my father, brother, partner & many male friends all have said they prefer no makeup... and my partner even says to me when I do wear it & we are heading out ... "you look nice babe, but why the makeup I prefer you without it"...he even once upset me and said "it honestly makes you look ugly"haha but I admit I wear it only to fit in with the rest & feel appropriate at certain events. High Five with this category as I can completely relate to it... I stand proud, but each to their own... as I am sure those who wear makeup everyday whether it be thick or thin layers, they probably stand tall and are proud of being that way too. Janet :)

Anonymous

I believe make up should be saved for special occasions, we are all made to look exactly as we do, and there is no real need to edit that. However on special occasions i think you stand out more as being beautiful if you wear make up, as then people wont be as used to seeing you in make up it will make you look more impressive.

adelaidegirl

i love wearing makeup makes me feel alive is the word i would use if you ever watched the movie with cher where she is a dancer cnat think of the name of it atm she said to one of the girls its like painting your face and having a new personality ,and i find this to be true when you take your time that is

Shue

i love wearing makeup makes me feel alive is the word i would use if you ever watched the movie with cher where she is a dancer cnat think of the name of it atm she said to one of the girls its...

Same here! I love putting on makeup

Pgayleadasa

i love wearing makeup makes me feel alive is the word i would use if you ever watched the movie with cher where she is a dancer cnat think of the name of it atm she said to one of the girls its...

Makeup feels you alive
Without make up is better

Pgayleadasa

i love wearing makeup makes me feel alive is the word i would use if you ever watched the movie with cher where she is a dancer cnat think of the name of it atm she said to one of the girls its...

Makeup feels you alive
Without make up is better

Captured

I never wear make up. The only time i did wear make up was for my wedding and i only wore it then because all my bridesmaids wore make up and they said i HAD to wear some too.

I have been to all my job interviews without make up on and have also been to weddings and other special occasions an not worn a drop of make up.

I know some guys who love to wear make up and that's fine, if that's what they enjoy doing, i don't have a problem with it.

hope

I use make up very rarely and its not really to do with what others think.

Shue

i love wearing makeup makes me feel alive is the word i would use if you ever watched the movie with cher where she is a dancer cnat think of the name of it atm she said to one of the girls its...

It is not unusual. Everyone has different preferences, and if you are comfortable leaving the house without putting makeup on then good on you because not many people are brave enough to do so :)

Anonymous

I use make up very rarely and its not really to do with what others think.

i dnt wear make up only if i go outto special occasion

Anonymous

I use make up very rarely and its not really to do with what others think.

perfect

Anonymous

I use make up very rarely and its not really to do with what others think.

Me too i agree i never wear it to impress others i only wear it for my own confidence

Anonymous

I think that men really dont understand the presure put on us to look good and the amount of money and effort that goes into make up, since having children i dont wear as much make up and i dont see it as a nessecity now.
I think alot of women now dont like wearing it. Also its not that great for ur skin.

Anonymous

I use make up very rarely and its not really to do with what others think.

agreeed!

Mataeka

I don't wear make-up more often then not, so I fully agree.

Pgayleadasa

I don't wear make-up more often then not, so I fully agree.

I also hate wearing makeup

molu

I don't wear make-up more often then not, so I fully agree.

i do agree,i don't apply make up