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Makeup
May 27, 2019 4:59:15 GMT 10
Post by al on May 27, 2019 4:59:15 GMT 10
What’s your opinion on makeup?
Ie: Do you like or dislike to wear makeup/when others wear makeup? Are there particular styles you like or dislike? What is “too much” makeup? Do you see it as a creative outlet? Do you think it’s used to masque insecurities? Who can wear makeup? What does a person’s makeup tell you about them? Is makeup beneficial or detrimental to society?
Discuss as shallow or as deep as you want.
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Makeup
May 27, 2019 10:22:25 GMT 10
Post by SharksFan99 on May 27, 2019 10:22:25 GMT 10
I've got to be honest, generally speaking, I don't think make-up looks attractive. I honestly don't mind/care if women do decide to wear make-up (who am I to judge whether they should or not) and I still find women to be attractive if they do wear make-up, however, I personally wouldn't date someone who wears a ton of make-up. That's a real turn-off for me. When I say "ton of make-up", I mean women who wear so many layers of make-up (i.e very thick mascara, bold lipstick) that it simply doesn't look natural. It just feels really shallow to me, almost as if i'm not seeing the person for who they really are.
I also have a real issue with males who decide to wear make-up. It's kind of ironic that I have such a conservative stance on this (since I am very much one for embracing one's individuality), however I just don't see the sense in it and it looks awful. Sorry for being so blunt on this, but that's how I personally feel about it. I hope males wearing make-up never becomes a social norm (again).
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May 28, 2019 0:45:14 GMT 10
Post by Deleted on May 28, 2019 0:45:14 GMT 10
I agree, Paul, on men wearing makeup. It just isn't becoming although I can accept the wearing of it in television studios and similar because of the lighting, although I personally wouldn't wear it. To me, that is part of the job.
I don't wear it myself due to sensory issues but I have no problem with other women wearing it.
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May 28, 2019 14:36:44 GMT 10
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Post by al on May 28, 2019 14:36:44 GMT 10
Personally I like makeup even if I realistically don’t wear it that much. I view it as more of an accessory, like hey sparkly eyelids today why not. My favorite to use is definitely eyeshadow, which is sort of like face paint and gives you the most opportunity to get creative. I don’t mind intense lip colors, but they don’t look that great on me. The magic is in determining what styles and colors of makeup really seem like “you” and imo that’s what actually builds confidence, rather than just covering stuff up. You can also convey an attitude and bring out whatever version of yourself you’re feeling. I do also enjoy seeing different experimental looks people come up with and expanding our idea of what’s acceptable for people to wear.
What I’m not really into is the very full coverage a lot of the more famous youtubers do. Honestly I think it makes everyone look sort of same-y and requires a lot of time and expensive products. The concept of contouring has its function but I’d hate for people to be feeling like there’s actually something wrong with the shape of their face. It’s fine for those who enjoy it, but I don’t think it’s great how having no visible skin texture is seen as the norm for “good” makeup in some circles. I also don’t really like it being seen as a “game” everyone needs to be an expert in to dare attempt when it should really be for fun. Fortunately, I think there is getting to be movement away from that.
I can get behind makeup on guys, but just like with women, it needs to suit the person. If it’s making a person feel good, you can tell. I’m not really a fan of the false eyelash super glam look for males, and tend to prefer the smudgy rock n roll type of makeup, but I’m just happy we’re getting to a place where it’s becoming more acceptable to look how you want. I like the idea of makeup being simply for people who like makeup, not necessarily for women, because to me it also helps alleviate the notion that women are supposed to be wearing makeup because that is what women do. Psychographics over demographics. Though realistically, most males are just like evening out their skin tone and you can’t easily tell anyway.
I think whether makeup is good or bad comes down to our attitude about it. While it can have some serious implications, I don’t think it’s actually that serious on its own. It’s just color for your face. While there definitely are many out there who “hide” behind makeup, sometimes it’s what’s required to make them feel comfortable enough to present themselves at all. Meanwhile I think we need to work on greater acceptance and visibility of issues like acne and wrinkles. Yes it’s nice to be able to “fix” these things, but nobody should feel that they necessarily have to either. At the end of the day, it’s your face, no one’s is perfect, color on it if you want. But let’s just be honest in doing it and not act like everyone is supposed to be “flawless” all the time.
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