heavy or less or no makeup

This topic was created in the Fashion & Beauty forum by memyself on Tuesday, April 30, 2013 and has 6 replies.

How Much Makeup Is Ideal for a Natural Look

Choosing the right amount of makeup depends on personal preference and skin type. A natural look typically involves minimal products like sunscreen, light foundation or BB cream, and subtle lip color. The key is to enhance your features without feeling overwhelmed. Less makeup can be more comfortable and suitable for everyday wear, especially if you have sensitive skin or water-sensitive eyes.

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@memyself
13 Years500+ Posts

guys, girls even, do you prefer the heavy makeup look or the natural look on a girl. i do not have the skills of applying makeup. the most i can manage is foundation and lipstick. i cannot wear an eye liner as my eyes water. even with skin products i get breakouts. so on days (almost all) when i don't want to wear foundation, i just go with suncreen.

how much makeup is too much, and how much is must, and what all should it include.

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@Scenic
14 Years5,000+ Posts

I don't use any make up. Personally, I think girls look good with make up, but I really don't think they should wear it everyday. Only for special occasions. Work, going to class, just going outside, parties that you're just going to get horribly wasted at, etc...I don't think you should really wear make up in those situations (Unless your job is modeling or something...) As for how much...it doesn't really matter. I haven't really seen anyone use make up so excessively that it becomes ugly.

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@xxixxi
13 Years1,000+ Posts

I love wearing makeup, it's one of the things I love to do! And I think I am quite good at it... lol Yeah, my makeup face can be deceptive lol Yes, I look better with makeup... while guys tell me 'you look as beautiful as ever sans makeup,' but I think they're just saying that out of courtesy lol

And thankfully, my skin is quite thick(? lol) and I never get rashes or breakouts or whatnots no matter which product/brand I use... my skin is so insensitive lol

I don't think there's too much or too less of it as long as it fits to time, place and occasion 🙂

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@virgodreamz
17 Years1,000+ Posts

I like makeup
For me: (Day)Matte eyeshadow, eyeliner, lip gloss,
(Evening) Shimmer eyeshadow, eyeliner, sometimes mascara, lip gloss,

I think too little depends on the individual and what they prefer or what makes them look good.
Too much...hmm I guess your eyelashes look like spider legs and your neck is a different colour from your face

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@diestarlyt
13 Years

No make up but i usually try to put on eyeliner depending on moods. I don't think make up is needed if you're young.