How Do You Deal With...

Jun 29, 2015

Jasmine N.

How to do you deal with people saying things like:
? you shouldn't wear so much makeup
(saying someone shouldn't wear so much makeup is equivalent to telling someone who likes fashion not to wear clothes)
? you're so much prettier without makeup
( really? every time I don't wear makeup, everyone assumes I'm sick or in a bad mood.)
? you shouldn't spend so much money on makeup
(its my banks account that's suffering, not yours, mind your business)

I dislike when people assume because I wear so much makeup I'm hiding something underneath? which means they probably think we don't tend to our skin's needs after we remove our makeup at the end of the day.

my questions are:
? am I the only one that gets offended when someone comments on how much makeup you wear?
? how do you deal with these rude people?
? why do people automatically assume because we know how to properly apply makeup, we can leave the house without wearing a full face of makeup.

(I'm not sure if I'm placing this in the right category or not? hopefully a mod comments and tell me the proper category.)

I just don't think people understand that makeup is our hobby and some of us would like to make a career out of this someday? practice makes perfect, so why not practice on our own face?



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Jun 29, 2015

Shanae J.

My dad does this. I usually say that not everyone wears makeup to hide who they are, it's more for knowing that I can do it. Highlighting my features is what gives me confidence, I'm confident not wearing makeup as well but makeup in no way at all is a disguise. I love doing it therefore, I'm going to do it. Then I try to compare it to his love of plants and agriculture to come to an understanding.

Jun 29, 2015

Shreya S.

Girl, screw them. you like makeup, wear makeup. simple as that! they shouldn't care what you do, unless it's something harmful. people could be saying it because of your age, or maybe even because they can't do makeup. I'm not trying to offend anyone. just tell them off! it's your life, you can do whatever you want. & no, but I get offended if someone says I look a certain way with makeup and without makeup. be you girl 💕

Jun 29, 2015

Roz X.

I have never had someone tell me that I wear too much make up. My clothing and hair, however...yeah...I have heard lots about, both good and bad. I think that parents should be exempt from being criticized for saying you are best natural because they have always known you in your purest form...they recall innocence and a time when you were simply a child and they loved your smile..all of you..all they made you. Besides, it's in our nature to rebel and grow as we mature and so that is to be expected. Some parents do not know how to communicate their feelings or come to terms with independent behavior. As long as they are not abusive, I would appreciate that they dig natural me. As for others, I don't know why it is even a topic up for discussion. Friends may share an opinion once or twice, but in a good relationship, let it go as you relate your discomfort. Acquaintances and strangers? They should stifle and keep their unsolicited advice. It is rude. As such, I'd tell them so and then walk away.
I have always maintained that while the approval of others is welcome and delightful, it is not necessary for my happiness. :)

Jun 29, 2015

Roz X.

Thank you, Ms. Jacqueline. Sound advice from you, as always. Big Hair forever!

Jun 30, 2015

Brooke L.

Honestly, no one ever has said that to me n probably never would cause I don't care what people think of me n they know it. So do you girl! Let the haters hate!!??

Jun 30, 2015

katie s.

Honestly, you can't let people's words get to you. Know you're beautiful just the way you are! I used to get offended all the time, but I learned to accept me the way I am. Maybe they're just jealous? I just ignore them and say I like wearing makeup and it's a choice.

Jul 1, 2015

Rissa G.

I think the only person who has ever told me I wear too much makeup and actually put attention to that, was my father and grandfather...and I completely agree with Rozberry! It's because guardians, mostly father figures, remember their little girls in the purest form. They do love your natural beauty. Sincerely.

However my boyfriend says the last two, which the first I find pretty flattering..it's sweet to say, I just say thanks and move on! I still wear makeup more often than not because I genuinely enjoy it, he has never out me down for it...and the spending part, well it's funny because I've never spent more than $20 on makeup at a time and the most expensive thing I've ever purchased is my UD Naked skin foundation. Lol. I don't buy makeup often at all. men don't understand the concept!

When it comes to others, I don't recall ever being told by someone that I wear too much makeup or whatever, because I NEVER had worn face makeup and until I turned 17-18, but even if Someone did; screw them! Don't even worry about it :) it makes you happy and it's a hobby like you should so who are they'd (nobodies haha)