Flawless foundation, pink blush, glittering bronzer, long lashes, and glossy lips. If you’re a little something like me, there’s nothing you love more than a fresh face of makeup. We see it as the perfect tool to enhance our beauty.
And then, there are “the others.” Those who are convinced makeup is the root to all evil and deception. They view it as a form of “black magic” that women use to trick people; some kind of false advertisement.
As much as I would like to disagree, I won’t be biased. I will admit that there are some women who are capable of making drastic changes to their face with the help of foundation and concealer, however, this is not the case for all makeup lovers.
The truth about wearing makeup is I use it to enhance my beauty, NOT transform myself. I love the way foundation gives my skin an extra glow, or the way mascara and eyeliner make my eyes pop. I have enough confidence to wear a little, a lot, or none at all, and know that I am still just as beautiful.
The truth about wearing makeup is I am not insecure. Wearing makeup does not mean I hate myself, so please stop giving me looks of pity and reciting self-esteem quotes. You may think its shallow, and you may even call it boring, but I don’t have to feel the same way you do. Putting on makeup is fun for me; getting dolled up is something I enjoy doing. I know my natural beauty and I embrace it, but sometimes, I want to be Sasha Fierce.
The truth about wearing makeup is I wear it for ME, not you. All that matters is that I am satisfied with myself, and the way I look, whether that be with makeup or without. So, the next time you run into a makeup lover, don’t criticize their look, or tell them that they look better without “all that makeup.” Accept them for who they are, appreciate what they love, and let them be their own kind of beautiful.