Luanne Posted April 2, 2013 Share Posted April 2, 2013 I just prefer not to wear makeup. The last time I did was three years ago at my brother's wedding. I still have some makeup, but I just don't care for that oily feel. The other issues I have is being allergic to a lot of things and it making my face break out (acne). My daughter is the same. She just prefers not to wear makeup. She didn't even wear it at my brother's wedding. Anyone else like this? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
milovany Posted April 2, 2013 Share Posted April 2, 2013 I'm close. I just can't seem to give up my one light layer of mascara. Sometimes I wear mineral powder on my face to try and even out the tones, but it's maybe once a week. I haven't worn foundation, blush, eye shadow, concealer, lip color, etc. for years. <--- my photo was taken several years ago. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Catwoman Posted April 2, 2013 Share Posted April 2, 2013 Not me. I'm a makeup girl from way back. :D Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fraidycat Posted April 2, 2013 Share Posted April 2, 2013 I wear it rarely. Maybe once or twice a year. I use Bare Minerals, so I don't have an oily feel, but I'm just too lazy to deal with it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kwg Posted April 2, 2013 Share Posted April 2, 2013 I do not. I should, lol, but I am lazy. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EKS Posted April 2, 2013 Share Posted April 2, 2013 I will wear makeup if I have to wear something that requires it. Which is like every five years or less. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IrishMum Posted April 2, 2013 Share Posted April 2, 2013 <--- my photo was taken several years ago. You over did the blush! :lol: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IrishMum Posted April 2, 2013 Share Posted April 2, 2013 I never wear make up. I do dye my eyelashes otherwise I might wear mascara. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
milovany Posted April 2, 2013 Share Posted April 2, 2013 You over did the blush! :lol: I know {embarrassed}. Even when I did wear a lot of makeup, I wasn't very good at it. ;) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
creekland Posted April 2, 2013 Share Posted April 2, 2013 No make up here. I gave it up sometime in college a few moons ago and never looked back. Hubby is happy (less money and time). I don't ever plan to wear make up again. I'm not bugged in the least concerning what others might think about my decision. To each our own. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted April 2, 2013 Share Posted April 2, 2013 You over did the blush! :lol: You overdid the poison. :laugh: I have often wished I could be a no-makeup person, but I look like the Walking Dead without it. Seriously. Every now and then when I've been seen without make-up, someone always asks me if I'm sick. :glare: Nope. Just ugly. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IrishMum Posted April 2, 2013 Share Posted April 2, 2013 You overdid the poison. :laugh: Huh? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Isabella Posted April 2, 2013 Share Posted April 2, 2013 I never do. The most I do is a tinted moisturizer and a very non-shiny lip gloss. These days I wear the tinted moisturizer almost every day - I like how it evens out my skin tone and adds a healthy 'glow' to my face, but it's not at all heavy to wear. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Isabella Posted April 3, 2013 Share Posted April 3, 2013 Huh? I think she's refering to your avatar, and what could have made YOU look like that! :) :lol: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IrishMum Posted April 3, 2013 Share Posted April 3, 2013 I think she's refering to your avatar, and what could have made YOU look like that! :) :lol: Haha! I'm so sloooow! Good one! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Annie G Posted April 3, 2013 Share Posted April 3, 2013 None here, ever. At 51, it is what it is. I'd probably look a lot better with makeup but it's just not me. My hair is going gray and I'm letting it, too. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LucyStoner Posted April 3, 2013 Share Posted April 3, 2013 Not unless you count lip balm and sun screen. I have to admit that I often get complements on my complexion/skin so perhaps my distaste is just a privilege of not really ever seeing the point. I have no moral objection to it and admire a nice makeup job when I see it but it's just never been my thing. I've tried in the past and had it done professionally too and it's just.not.me. ETA: I didn't even wear it to my OWN wedding. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mommyof4ks Posted April 3, 2013 Share Posted April 3, 2013 I do not. My SIL got married this summer, and I did not wear makeup to her wedding, and dh takes me out on nice dates, and I do not wear make up then either. It has been years since the last time I even put on nail polish. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Danestress Posted April 3, 2013 Share Posted April 3, 2013 You overdid the poison. :laugh: I have often wished I could be a no-makeup person, but I look like the Walking Dead without it. Seriously. Every now and then when I've been seen without make-up, someone always asks me if I'm sick. :glare: Nope. Just ugly. Yes, that is me. I have olive skin that can look very swallow and dead without some help. If I don't add a bit of blush and lipstick I look terrible, and long gray hair isn't helping matters. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Acorn Posted April 3, 2013 Share Posted April 3, 2013 I tried a few kinds during teen years. Nothing felt good, allergies, etc. I now also think it is healthier and better for the environment to go without. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kwg Posted April 3, 2013 Share Posted April 3, 2013 No make up here. I gave it up sometime in college a few moons ago and never looked back. Hubby is happy (less money and time). I don't ever plan to wear make up again. I'm not bugged in the least concerning what others might think about my decision. To each our own. The only one who seems bothered by it at all is my grandmother. SHe calls me cocky, for at least not putting on lipstick....lol. It still makes me laugh to think about that. When she was sick and in the hospital (like so sick we thought she was dying for crying out loud!) I did put some on to please her; she was very happy. LOL. That is the south for you *roll eyes* Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Momma2Many66 Posted April 3, 2013 Share Posted April 3, 2013 No makeup ever and no coloring of hair. I am 47 years old and would probably look better with makeup, but I just am not interested in wearing any. I'm too much of a natural person, I don't like anything extra on my skin then what I have to use. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
amo_mea_filiis. Posted April 3, 2013 Share Posted April 3, 2013 I don't even own makeup! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HRAAB Posted April 3, 2013 Share Posted April 3, 2013 Nah. Never. What a pain. Once you put it on, it's got to come off. The last mascara I bought must be 5 yrs old. My dd just reminded I wore it once when I had a date with dh. So, to be absolutely correct, I can't say never. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PentecostalMom Posted April 3, 2013 Share Posted April 3, 2013 No makeup, don't own any, don't want any. The closest I come is Burt's Bees chapstick, lol. No hair coloring, heck no hair cutting. My dh is happy, I am happy (and very low maintenance). Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IrishMum Posted April 3, 2013 Share Posted April 3, 2013 My dd just reminded I wore it once when I had a date with dh. So, to be absolutely correct, I can't say never. Ok, total disclosure, I used to wear make up, not much but occasional, now never! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
justamouse Posted April 3, 2013 Share Posted April 3, 2013 Me. I hardly ever, ever wear it. Once in a while I'll use some mineral veil and a sweep of mascara, but I would say that's about once a month. I have great skin (just don't look too close) and hardly any wrinkles, so it's just the luck of genetics. I'm 41. And, I don't dye my hair, either. However. My toenails are polished almost all the time. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Orthodox6 Posted April 3, 2013 Share Posted April 3, 2013 No makeup except occasional use of an "directly-on-the-blemish" dot of concealer. I don't count colourless lip balm used when skin is chapped. No interest in using makeup. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kewb Posted April 3, 2013 Share Posted April 3, 2013 No makeup unless I am attending a wedding or other fancy affair. Even then it is not a lot. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Just Another Jen Posted April 3, 2013 Share Posted April 3, 2013 None here either. I wore some of my wedding day- but that was it. I always think the prices for makeup are crazy high and how people could be buying books with that money! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Joanne Posted April 3, 2013 Share Posted April 3, 2013 I used to not wear it. For years, into my 40's. What I learned is that, for me, not wearing made a statement about what I feel about myself. There are women whose anxiety and self definition are at unhealthy levels around make up. OTOH, not embracing culturally sanctioned ways to express beauty can be an unhealthy expression - that is where I was. I've worn makeup since around Christmas. I feel better, and feel that it is more professional. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted April 3, 2013 Share Posted April 3, 2013 The last time I wore it was for a church directory picture back in 2006. I react to most makeup, and here in FL I would sweat it off anyway. I remember the days I wouldn't consider leaving the house without it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Twigs Posted April 3, 2013 Share Posted April 3, 2013 :seeya: no makeup here! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IrishMum Posted April 3, 2013 Share Posted April 3, 2013 I've worn makeup since around Christmas. I feel better, and feel that it is more professional. I'm glad you feel better! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vettechmomof2 Posted April 3, 2013 Share Posted April 3, 2013 I do not Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Melissa in Australia Posted April 3, 2013 Share Posted April 3, 2013 The only makeup I wear, and have ever worn is mascara. Does that count? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
melissad2 Posted April 3, 2013 Share Posted April 3, 2013 I wear it. I look like death without it. I color my hair too cause I like red and wasn't blessed with cherry coke colored hair ;) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Audrey Posted April 3, 2013 Share Posted April 3, 2013 I didn't in high school -- not hardly ever. I surfed all the time. Everything just runs in the water. Then in my later 20's when I was a prof, I did because it felt more professional. Then in much of my 30's I didn't because I fell into a mom-schlump funk and didn't care much about my appearance. The not caring was not a healthy expression, for me. In my later 30's, I rediscovered my inner girly-girl and now I enjoy make-up. I still don't wear a LOT (for ex. I use only a tinted moisturizer with SPF, not foundation), but I do wear some every day -- at least mascara and lip gloss. I feel much better with a bit of lippy on my face. The ritual of a bit of primping makes me feel more prepared for my day, and I feel that I present a more polished and professional 'me' in my work, as well as my personal life. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
justamouse Posted April 3, 2013 Share Posted April 3, 2013 I used to not wear it. For years, into my 40's. What I learned is that, for me, not wearing made a statement about what I feel about myself. There are women whose anxiety and self definition are at unhealthy levels around make up. OTOH, not embracing culturally sanctioned ways to express beauty can be an unhealthy expression - that is where I was. I've worn makeup since around Christmas. I feel better, and feel that it is more professional. You know what, I wasn't thinking about the professional aspect (because it's not a very large part of my life at this time), but you are absolutely right. If I had a job outside the house where I was interacting with the public I would wear it every day. I would also get manicures. I DO wear it when I have papers to sign, people to meet, elbows to rub. When I have to be His Wife. If the day requires dress shoes or an outfit other than jeans, I wear makeup. On a day to day running around town and being mom? No. Right now that's about 95% of the time. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AndyJoy Posted April 3, 2013 Share Posted April 3, 2013 No makeup here either. I tried it out a bit as a teen and young college student, but it was never something that fit with my lifestyle. I am a no-fuss, on-the-go person and just don't see the point for me. Plus I have issues with allergies to various types and have symptoms from breathing issues to severe headache to acne. I can't remember the last time I wore it--maybe 8 or 9 years ago when I was working in an office? Even then I didn't wear much and wasn't very consistent. One benefit of not wearing makeup while living in the desert it is easier to be faithful with sunblock. DH prefers me without makeup, and has since we first met at 17 & 19. I remember one of my dorm mates woke up late and didn't put on makeup one day. Her fiance spent all morning asking her if she felt OK because she didn't look well. She was a very naturally beautiful girl, but she obviously looked different with makeup. She swore she would never be seen without makeup again. I thought that it was a sad thing for a 22-year-old to feel that way! My poor sister is so attached to her makeup that she has anxiety issues and near panic attacks about it if she is caught without it or it isn't "right." She threw a screaming temper tantrum at 16 when my dad dared to suggest that she make a quick run to pick up some tables from the empty church on a Saturday morning before her makeup was on. She was so afraid that someone would see her that she freaked out. It hasn't improved much and she's almost 30. She has horrible acne (exacerbated by constant makeup use) and some wrinkles (from tanning and sun exposure) that she thinks she can hide with caked on makeup, but it looks so strange to me. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
4kidlets4me Posted April 3, 2013 Share Posted April 3, 2013 I only wear it for special occasions which is like once every 10 years. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nukeswife Posted April 3, 2013 Share Posted April 3, 2013 I used to wear it daily until after I got married. Now I wear it only for very special occasions, which means formal Navy functions, and then it's very minimal. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Word Nerd Posted April 3, 2013 Share Posted April 3, 2013 I only wear the Loreal mineral make-up and occasionally a tinted Burt's Bees lip balm--pretty low maintenance. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AMJ Posted April 3, 2013 Share Posted April 3, 2013 Extremely rarely for me. I just don't like it, and my Mom never taught me how to wear it. I have some for "special occasions", but it's old and probably needs to be thrown out. The last time I had some on it was for a pricy photoshoot (um, boudoir photo shoot as a Christmas present for DH) and I paid for a gal to make me over, hair and face (airbrushed face). When I have to do it again someday I will probably opt to have someone airbrush me again -- that stuff STAYS and doesn't smudge when I rub my face. All in all, since we don't have company holiday parties to attend anymore I pretty much don't. It's not me. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AMJ Posted April 3, 2013 Share Posted April 3, 2013 None here, ever. At 51, it is what it is. I'd probably look a lot better with makeup but it's just not me. My hair is going gray and I'm letting it, too. Okay, I WILL admit to coloring my hair. Dark Brown. The thing is, when my eldest niece was 6 and my eldest DD was 4 I was watching the 6-year-olds at a dance lesson to see what DN was doing. Another lady came up to me and very sweetly asked, "Do you have a grandchild in this class, too?" "Um, no. My daughter is in the 4-year-olds class...." She never spoke another word to me. I had my grays covered the next day -- I do NOT want to be taken for my children's grandmother. I do have some vanity after all, it appears. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SKL Posted April 3, 2013 Share Posted April 3, 2013 I do not wear it ever. I'm 46 and I believe I've been talked into wearing lipstick twice. I don't like myself like that. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Spy Car Posted April 3, 2013 Share Posted April 3, 2013 Pretty much never. OK, maybe a tiny bit one or twice on the red carpet...that's it :D Bill Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tammi K Posted April 3, 2013 Share Posted April 3, 2013 Nope. Never. Don't even own any. I can't stand the feel of it on my skin. Ick! Yuck! I like 'low maintenance' all the way Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Clarkd Posted April 3, 2013 Share Posted April 3, 2013 Never. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AdventureMoms Posted April 3, 2013 Share Posted April 3, 2013 Nope, not in years. Not even for weddings. I'm mostly just too lazy. Then a special event comes up and I can't justify buying a bunch of crap that I barely know how to apply for one event. When I worked, it was in a field where women who looked nice or dressed nice weren't taken seriously (not fair, but reality) so I never had much motivation there. DW doesn't wear it either, and she works in a similar field. My hair on the other hand has been every color... Currently working on cobalt blue, but I don't like it. May need to go back to purple. And in spite of this, my 4yo is BEGGING for makeup. Where did this child come from? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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