Are you for or against women wearing makeup?

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Does women wearing makeup feel like deception to you or do you feel like it helps in some ways? It's ok if you don't wear it personally (for the women who want to comment or vote). I'm just curious mostly about guys opinions on this one but leaving it open to everyone.

Lliam · Accepted Answer

I am all for women wearing makeup and differentiating themselves from men. It makes them look more feminine.
I don't think it is any more fake than shaving, getting hair died and styled, and smelling nice.

But there is an art to making makeup look natural. Too much can be grotesque or look totally fake.
For instance, I really dislike big, fake-looking eye lashes, too much eye liner, obvious eye shadow and gaudy lipstick.
But when done right, the "no makeup" makeup look can make a woman's face glow and look fresh and tender.

DryGermanGuy · Accepted Answer

There is nothing wrong with some makeup, as long as you stay away from the cakeface, the clownface and especially the faces-of-Mar-A-Lago looks.

Screenwriter · Accepted Answer

Moderation appears to be the key in makeup use. But some folks like ridiculous looks, like the highly fake eyelashes that are glued on. But they're SO fake, everyone knows they're fake. So, how can you complain!

I like modest enhancement. Makeup is supposed to enhance, not obliterate!

RandomGirl42 · Accepted Answer

What's wrong with makeup?

Fashionista Amy · Accepted Answer

Makeup is a tool, not deception 🙂

For me it’s like fashion: an expression, a mood booster, sometimes a little armor for tough days. It can highlight features, show creativity, or just be fun glitter on a Friday night.

Deception is about intent, not eyeliner. As long as no one is lying about who they are, makeup simply enhances, it doesn’t fake.

1WildBeatlejuice · Answer

I don’t know if pro makeup is the right term to use but I do not have anything against anyone using it I do believe a lot of people need serious lessons and help on how to apply it and not look like a bad horror move lol I think most of the time it should be used to where it’s hard to tell any was used but then on the flip side I have seen some makeup art work that was jaw dropping art work there are lots of women who think they need it and they are just beautiful or fine without it I’ve had to wait for the war paint application and sometimes I would think why spend all that time putting it on when you are just fine or beautiful without it I guess since I don’t use it then I am just not qualified to fully understand their reasons but it apparently makes them feel better so I won’t knock it if it makes her smile let her have it pat her on the back and tell her she looks wonderful tonight

Maybe_Maybe_not · Answer

Well the phrasing here is really weird to me, why for/against? Why not simply like/dislike? How can any man be seriously against makeup when it's not even their business, you know what I mean?

So sticking to how you phrased it, I can only be for make up, because the opposite option is totally cringe lol

OneViewpoint · Answer

Makeup is fine. It can make a woman feel good about herself like wearing a nice outfit or having her hair done. All I ask is use it tastefully. Too much can be a turnoff. Not because it's deception, because it can look freakish. Just learn to use makeup tastefully. The same goes for fake nails and eyelashes or pushup bras. A little is nice. Too much can be disturbing.

Master_Debator · Answer

I look harder and judge more harshly. Makeup is deception... like me wearing a shirt that gives me more muscles to make it make more sense. It's certain types of makeup that pisses me off and I don't know the names of them. Like, Eyeliner just looks cool, but that other stuff to cover up their face... makes me question.

NoDecision · Answer

I'm all about anything that can improve my looks. Me without makeup Me with makeup

Summeroflove · Answer

lol I don’t care….. As far as dating pick the kind of woman you want but I can’t stand the people who want to force people to conform to their standards.

At the end of the day if you forced people to be a certain way it wouldn’t be genuine…. Why worry so much about this anyways there are bigger things to worry about. I say if you want to wear it then wear it and if you don’t ….. then don’t

NathanDavis · Answer

well.. first of all, I am not insecure, so.. I've never felt threatened by makeup

second... I've actually had women in my life, and lived with them too... so I know how these things actually work, lol

with that being said... there's really bad makeup out there sometimes that it can be way too much, and also too often, but that goes the same for many other things in fashion and style, both for men and women

Zack-Bann · Answer

I’m not against it

Technically speaking: if you look good in makeup you’re good looking enough to look good in makeup

Because it’s a double edged sword, many people look a lot worse the more they put on

So while I do prefer natural beauty, and consider less is more when it comes to makeup, I don’t have an inherent and all imcohmpassing dislike of it

RavVid · Answer

Definitely against China Doll level of make up where the girl looks like porcelain and start wondering what defects are being covered up.

However if a girl didn't wear lipstick and some make up on a date I'd probably be offended by her lack of effort.

FunkyMonkee · Answer

I'm not against it but I prefer she not use any, or at least not much. My previous girlfriend only ever wore lipstick and, most of the time, you could hardly even tell she was wearing it.
I don't mind lipstick, eye liner and a bit of rouge but, it IS deceptive if she looks one way without it and completely different with it.

bubblydoubles · Answer

You’re beautiful the way God made you!
You want others to like you for you.
Makeup makes people look all the same.
We’re allowed to be “imperfect”.
Guys tend to like the natural look & you won’t scare them away after they see you without it on!

MrChinaski · Answer

If you are a bride and are going to be photographed 1000 times in one day, then sure cake it on if you wish. It's not going to make you any more attractive. But the photos

Otherwise somewhere between tiny amounts that accentuate and nothing at all is my preference.

ChicoFromThe305 · Answer

It can be deception if done to fool people but for the most part the reason I'm against isn't for that since that doesn't happen too often, it's just many women don't really need it, it's unnecessary, I do get many do it for themselves but I think if natural beauty was as admired by them it would be better, over all I think the way of thinking makeup has formed is somewhat harmful to women's mental health.

goaded · Answer

Voted against, but in reasonable amounts on special occasions it's fine.

What I don't like is the sort of thing that can lead to photos like this:

Are you for or against women wearing makeup?

Blemishes are normal and not important. By all means cover up the odd spot or two, if you like, but plastering it all over your face every day is just throwing money away.

Just my opinion, of course.

Den1971 · Answer

If you have natural beauty keep it that way don't hide it under makeup. As you age that make up that you wanted to wear to be beautiful when you were younger is eventually going to catch up with you that's where wrinkles come in because you're suffocating your skin by blocking your pores. I highly prefer natural beauty

Anonymous · Answer

I’m fine with makeup. I even wear it myself sometimes.

For that matter, I’m honestly shocked that there are people in this world (mostly guys, I guess, based on what you wrote) who dislike it enough to be anti-makeup.

AmlaDprayzed · Answer

My reaction to the wearing of make up is it should be applied to enhance your natural beauty and not over whelm the individuals really gorgeous natural beauty upon them trying to improve what is needed for the point of herself feeling attractive and sexy

Nikki1989 · Answer

Nothing is wrong with a little make-up, but I am not insecure either. The insecure folk will turn up on here soon enough, and usually in the form of a blue anon. Never fails.

Anonymous · Answer

This is another one of those false binary choices. I think too much makeup is a problem in that it looks fake and it's pretty obvious to everyone that that's what she's doing. I think no makeup is a problem because that makes the woman look washed out, particularly as she has very light skin and doesn't display her her best features in a way that makes her feel good. So in the interests of agreement, I would say that light makeup is a good compromise in that it doesn't make the person wearing it look like a clown and it is not particularly deceptive yet. It makes the woman wearing it probably feel more confident and happy about her appearance which is also extremely important. Thus my resolution of the seemingly false binary of this question.

MissSunshine2 · Answer

I'm all for it. It improves our appearance.

Xawyx-2 · Answer

I'm against makeup. I mean, a little bit of natural looking cosmetics is ok, but I don't like anything exaggerated like lipstick, eye shadow, blusher etc.

Primer, concealer, and face powder are quite sufficient.

performerwannabe · Answer

I think everyone should do what they please as long as they're not taking away anyone's rights to something or offending someone.

OlderAndWiser · Answer

Women wearing makeup doesn't bother me unless it is caked on like a 12 year old girl pretending to me more mature.

DonaldDarko · Answer

I think it's awesome but it could be more wild and less just enhanceing features and covering flaws.

exitseven · Answer

I am okay with it but a little goes a long way.

molonski2 · Answer

Ohh hell no. Every woman should always be using her make up to look her very best at all times.

ElenaSeluna · Answer

I think Bruno Mars.. he has nice songs but he’s overrated in my opinion

LC75LC71 · Answer

How the fuck are people against makeup? Women are still going to take forever in the bathroom, they look more beautiful, and it's ultra hot messing it all up during foreplay//rough dirty sex!

slatyb · Answer

They can do as they please. My wife wears very little and I'm happy with that.

Shiprex · Answer

It's a waste and reinforces negative self image among those who are subject to it.

soe11 · Answer

I don't against at all, but mild makeup only.

AngryCarl3 · Answer

I'm strongly in favour of makeup because makeup leads to sex and sex leads to babies.

888theGreat · Answer

I prefer it , don't look like a clown , but I mean no makeup there would be no babies or marriages.

LiamJHayden · Answer

Generally do not care. Makeup, especially heavy makeup, is pretty obvious.

AviatorTom · Answer

I'm neutral, don't have a strong opinion either way. That's not a choice in the poll so I didn't vote. Women can wear makeup if they want, though I prefer a more natural look.

najekim · Answer

To me, natural is better. If they must, minimum.

Anonymous · Answer

I don't care. As long as she isn't wearing a lot of makeup I won't even notice.

Jennz6 · Answer

I have to wear makeup 💄 for work

EveryDayIsPretzelDay · Answer

I'm indifferent, honestly.

valentina4eva · Answer

pro makeuppp💁🏻‍♀️

Staximus · Answer

I think a little is fine, but not too much

jimbob70 · Answer

Natural Beauty being real

Jeff51 · Answer

Light make up is fine

Shrimpenjoyer · Answer

If it's not overdone if it's fine

HairF3tish · Answer

on contrary I love women wearing make up

oldman26 · Answer

Kind of in the middle, but less is better

Paige2006 · Answer

For it 100%

Brady · Answer

I'm against makeup

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