Do you think people view women as more approachable when they’re NOT wearing makeup?

[Anonymous]

I feel like without my makeup and lashes I might seem more homely and approachable, that’s the vibe I get from people. But I overthink a lot so I’m just looking for opinions.

Yes

No

[DaveJord]

I think a natural looking women with all the over done make up is not as sexy as a women with the slightest addition of some color and gloss. So yes a women with not make would be more approachable to me... the fake eye lashes and caked on foundation and all of that is all overly too much to me. I perceive women like this as having some kind of image obsession or insecurity, even when in most cases its in the slightest of degree. It still seems too superficial for me personally, indictive of a women lacking some degree of self assuredness and confidence.

A women that can pull off the zero no make up look, and still present herself as beautiful comes across as being a highly confident women, that is 100% secure in her looks, and that is super sexy. But then some men are intimidated by confident beautiful women.

Ultimately, I guess its a flip of the coin on if its will make you more or less approachable. Really comes down to what type of men you want to attract.

[shaysh87]

but the reality is women without makeup usually do not get approached. its the women who put in the effort in makeup, clothes, that gets all the attention.

[DaveJord]

@shaysh87 I think it depends on what type of guy you want to attract. All I can say is that I am less likely to approach a women with all the glam stuff on her face. I don't find it appealing. I think its fake, and I think its a shame some women really think its necessary. That's just me, but most none shallow guys I think don't really care all that much if they have it or not. The ones that really want you to do it all that all the time and really get into... well you got to ask yourself if you want to be with a man like that.

I always tell my girlfriends that it really up to her, if that is what she wants to do, just know your doing it for yourself and not for me. I mean I really appreciate a women that keeps up with her hygiene and all... but the make up is not required, unless she is doing it because she wants to, and not because she thinks I need her to.

[DaveJord]

Oh and I when she doesn't were the makeup and goes natural I always go out of my way to compliment her and make her feel good about being a beautiful women.

[shaysh87]

another reality is a lot of men cannot tell if a woman is wearing makeup or not. They can only tell if she is wearing a lot of colorful eye shadow. Other than that, they can't tell.

[DaveJord]

@shaysh87 I think you're right... I think its gotten to the point that most guys can't tell these days. But I am old enough to remember a time when it was not like that... but I am telling on my age now.

[shaysh87]

do you realize with specific makeup techniques, you can really alter the shape of your nose or your face? and this can look completely natural.

[DaveJord]

@shaysh87 Yes, but you can not fool a guy up close, and in person not as easy was you think. And you do know not very many women are as good with their makeup as they think?

Just saying, if your implying that I can't always tell then I agree... in passing I don't really pay as much attention. I don't trust anyone womens photo on the internet... but in person on a first date, you can get a good enough feel for her. Yes 95% of them were make up... but its about how much, where, and how they wear it.

The ones that wear it poorly are easily filtered out. But my current girl friend... well we've woke up together after a good shower, and even thought she wears some make up... she's a natural beauty so I am not easily fooled for long. And since dating me she wears less and less makeup.

[shaysh87]

@DaveJord

you may think that most guys are able to detect makeup but they don't. As long as it looks natural, a guy would never ever know. Likely he wouldn't even mind if she had natural looking makeup on. I don't know of many guys who complain about a girl who has makeup on. If she looks hot with makeup, plenty of guys would go for her.

[shaysh87]

In a man's language, a woman only has makeup on if she has colorful eye shadow or crazy eyeliner.

[DaveJord]

@shaysh87 yeah, I can't disagree with that in general you got a valid point. Most men can't or do and don't care.

[DaveJord]

I personally perfer a women that wears as little as possible... but 95% of all the women I have dated wore some type of makeup and still dated them.

My current girlfriend at times wears the heavy eye make up. But after 8 months with her, I got her doing it less than 50% of time now.

[RuthlessAggression]

Possibly but, it's more likely that they're not being approached because they're surrounded by either other women, or other people. Men don't want to have to approach a bunch of women, just to try and get one away.

if you like a guy, try and make yourself secluded. I know that sounds dangerous, but, it makes us feel more comfortable. You don't have to like, walk outside of the club or anything but, just say, I'm going to go get a drink or something like that, so you're not around them anymore

[SemiParanoidi]

Well I'm just very scared of people to begin with.
The eyebrows are the feature that really does it for me though.

Those trendy type of eyebrows which make some people look pissed 24/7. As stunning as she looks, I'd freak out If I got paired with her on a group assignment only to discover that she is actually a total sweetheart!

Good Lord there are people who don't feel threatened by such things and everyday I envy not being one of them-

[Jamie05rhs]

Yeah; her eyebrows do look evil. Lol

[shaysh87]

if you want to be approached, dress up and put in makeup. I find that when I put in effort, way more guys tend to notice me.

[Whatever2929292]

I have no idea. I don't talk to many strangers. Many times when they do talk to me sometimes I ignore them (I know that sounds mean I am sorry) I am working on being more friendly.

Not always it just depends.

I don't personally think it matters either way

[RedStealthOperative]

I think it has some merit to it. If you feel that way about your own experience, then you should go with that. However, I do also believe that a person's demeanor is what will mostly determine how approachable they are, regardless of makeup or gender.

[RavVid]

I don't think it matters unless you are made up to hell and back. If you had long fake eyelashes and made up like Barbie then possibly I might not even say hello but it would really depend on how approachable you seem. Are you smiling and being friendly - that is the crux I think.

[Reaper1985]

I typically find women who wear little or no makeup on a regularly bases to be more attractive. but there is something called *the no makeup makeup look* which uses tones and shapes that closely match a woman's natural skin tone. since makeup is typically better when it highlights a woman's natural beauty rather then covering up possible flaws.

[SecretsofKB]

Personally, I've never based someone's approachability on their makeup. To me it has always been based on their demeanor.

[Emilyis]

I NEVER wear makeup at home and only wear it if I go out like to dinner or church. I don't have time to put it on just to go to the grocery. I have children and don't have time or the money to waste like that.

[BeMuse]

Makeup is a lie. That's why they call it make up, because you're making up a false reality. So women without it seem more honest and authentic. Honesty is attractive.

[hahahmm]

I never thought that. But some guys may. Also keep in mind that a lot of guys don't like 'too much' makeup. If you have makeup piled on like a Kardashian then a lot of guys won't be interested.

[TommyMountainFigure]

Nah. I have never had a problem approaching women. I do however think they are far more self conscious about being approached when not wearing make up than wearing it though.

[Blackcosmo]

I'm sure makeup will make look less depressed. My face looks so glum it probably drives people away lol.

[DoyoutriponLove9898]

Probably more of the girl next door vibe that they see in movies. Approachable yeah easy going childhood crush type thing.

[Noodle_fan]

doesn't make any difference to me unless they wear extreme amount of make up at night

[Marianna546]

Depends on the girl.. some girls look hot both ways and some look average without it

[Anonymous]

I'd say will depend in your facial features, and your make up look. I go for a no make up make up and helps me in being seen approachable. But when I put a lot, I look like another person.

[Tammymooory9]

I definitely agree sometimes less

[JSmuve]

No, I find women more approachable when they're engaged with their surroundings and smiling. Makeup doesn't matter.

[007kingifrit]

approachability has more to do with having a conversation starter. wearing something interesting or having something with you i can talk about makes you approachable, not appearance

[FilmGuy93]

That's an interesting question! I doubt that has much impact on approachability.

[BarryLiverstone]

I wouldn’t decide to approach based on make up. If she appears confident and is radiating positive vibes that feels more fun overall

[BarryLiverstone]

Have you had more people approach when you had no make up on?

[jengeorge26]

A more natural beauty is better and more guys are attached to you if you just take care of your skin

[Rockstarrrrr]

Yes because they look less high maintenance and people like that