The DL on Makeup

Red lipstick, mascara and blush. As a five year old, I would watch my big sister and mother primp for the "older lady events" as we called them in the family. Us little kids weren't allowed to go out to the fancy, sophisticated brunches with my aunts and grandmas. Though,  we, as in me, would love to sit and watch, the older ladies get ready for the events. 

I started wearing makeup, officially, when I was about twelve and a half. I always felt more grown up and I thought that I looked a lot better when I wore it, (though I feel a little differently now). I mentioned in my first article, that my mother is very excepting of most phases, but the accidental clumps of mascara under the eyes thing... not so much. She threatened a couple times that she would take away my makeup if I didn't apply it right. I do understand that though, (it did look a little ridiculous). I was just learning about myself and what the world has to offer me. So mascara, was definitely a sampling must. 

Being on a swim team and being in the water constantly, I probably shouldn't have started wearing makeup at all. But, I had my first serious boyfriend/crush... and truthfully, I was kind of ready to become a woman already. But, in the end, we know our moms just have our best interests at heart. Especially when they ban makeup use for a number of months when you're just getting into it, (silent grumble). What they say is true and comes from a place of love and knowing. I should trust my mom more often, but it's hard. Pride is a big thing with us teens... and it gets in the way, a lot. 

MTOTM

(aka, my thoughts on the matter)

If you don't want your daughter wearing makeup, or a lot of makeup right now, let her get some light colored, everything. That was a reverse psychology trick my mom used on me. "Yes, honey. Get some eyeshadow, lipstick and mascara, too. Oh, that lighter color will look better on you though." It won't be as dramatic and dark, though she'll still get those fun, 'eek I'm wearing makeup' jitters! Now a days, I'm into black and dark browns, but that's just because I have small eyes and I like to have more definition. 

Idea: Go online with her, and take some makeup quizzes. Here's one that I think you'll like! _>>>>>> http://www.youbeauty.com/quizzes/eye-makeup/responses/2893065/edit It'll tell her what type of eyeshadow and lip colors she should use for her signature looks. It will make the whole situation feel more thoughtful and personal to her and you <3

You totally know what to do. Just listen to her. Her feelings are real. <3 

Btw, I know this is cheesy, but, tell your daughter she is beautiful the way she is. She'll probably get annoyed by this because she's heard it so much already. The truth is, she is gorgeous. 

More love than you need, 

-The Classic Teen