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Scared to ask Mom about makeup

 
 
I want to wear makeup but I'm scared about what my parents would say. I always see other girls in school wearing mascara and eyeliner. I’m in 8th grade and I just want to wear mascara because I have short eyelashes. How should I bring it up?

 

Wearing makeup can be a fun part of growing up, but it can also make mom and dad feel like they’re losing their baby girl. Proving that you can handle it by following these steps will erase their hesitation and show how mature you’ve become.


Be considerate of their feelings
The last thing you want is for your parents to think you’re growing up too fast. Asking to wear make up will probably start a conversation about your maturity level, so be sure to act in a calm, sophisticated manner instead of whining and using the “everyone else is doing it!” excuse. Start the convo by telling them that you believe you’re mature enough to wear make up, and would just use it to enhance your already beautiful features. Giving full-blown examples of how you manage to walk the dog, take out the trash AND finish your math homework might be a good start.


Have Mom give you a lesson
If you get mom involved from the get-go, she’ll feel like she’s a part of the process and has some control over your make up usage. Take a mother-daughter outing to the nearest department store and have someone from the makeup counter help you find the perfect mascara. Not only will this keep your mom involved, but it will also be a great bonding experience! Ask mom what she thinks about each pick—she’ll be thrilled to think you value her opinion.

Ditch the clown face!
Prove to your parents that you can in fact wear make up without looking like you belong in a circus by only applying a little at a time. Be sure not to over-do the mascara and just use it at appropriate times, like a school dance. Showing your parents how you can use it in moderation will definitely impress them, so keep it to a minimum and don’t make them regret their decision!


Good luck, girlie!
 
 

BY CASEY LIEBERMAN ON 6/15/2011 8:00:00 AM

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My mom lets me wear mascara, but im really freaked out to ask her for concealer because I have some pimples I'm really embarrassed of. She doesn't wear any make up other than coverup. I've tried to bring it up but she just shushes me and I haven't had the nerves to ask her.

 

Hey girlie, just go for it. If that's all that she wears, I'm sure she'll be agreeable to letting you use it too. It won't look like you're wearing makeup so I'm sure it's not something that she'll be upset about you asking. 


Lauren T.

by HarrysGirl01 on 3/3/2013 8:48:39 PM

 
 

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I am in 7th grade and I wear mascara and lip gloss. everyone else wears eye shadow, even girls who aren't allowed to wear mascara. I asked my mom a couple times if i could wear it and she won't let me. I really want to , but i don't know what i could do. she says i cant wear it until im 16 Frown plz help!

Hey girl,

If your mom says no, there's not a lot you can do. Accept what she says and show her your maturity by not overreacting, and act calmly and listen to her side next time you bring it up. She'll be more likely to say yes if you show her you're mature!

Meghan D.

by harrypotterrocks77 on 4/27/2012 11:43:22 PM

 
 

MOD MOD MOD ok so here's the thing I try do my best but all I get is yelled at! Like sometimes if I squint my mom thinks I'm rolling my eyes or because I have attendantcy to hold my mouth open then she thinks I'm muttering something under my breath and when I say I didnt I get yelled at or hit because they call it"talking back"I need help my mom and my stepdad also talk about spanking me on a daily basis until my math grades are better and I " sharpin up" and " pay attention" AS IF THAT WILL HELP!! I also hear lectures on growing up and being responsible 24/7. What do I do? Please don't say just talk to them because I've tried that and it never works I don't want to live with my dad or grandma. HELP! Frown, Nirvana fan Nirvana Fan

 

 

 

Hey girl. Why not talk to a trust adult about this other than your rents. You could also try to be more concious of how your face looks when you aren't thinking. Like when they start talking to you conciously close your mouth and keep you eyes open. Nod to show them you are listening. Talk to your teach about the math thing and start staying after class for math help so that they will be able to see that you are trying.

mary h.

by nirvana fan on 8/9/2011 10:40:03 AM

 
 

Mod Mod Mod I'm going into high school and I want to start wearing mascara and eye shadow. I have natural medium brown hair (not light brown and not dark brown) with no highlights or anything like that. I have brown eyes, short eyelashes, and kinda pale skin. I'm a tom boy, but don't mind being girly every now and then. What color eye shadow would you recommend for me and should I get black or clear mascara? Thank you ;)

 

 

Hey girl. A lot of brands have lines specifically to bring out certain eyes colors like this one: http://www.sephora.com/browse/product.jhtml?id=P291426&om_mmc=aff-linkshare-null-fQsixD_Xeow&_requestid=24757. I think either black or clear will work. You could also try navy mascara, which I've heard can make brown eyes pop. I've seen tons of different colors work for girls with brown eyes, so your choices are unlimited for eyeshadow. I usually hear blue or greens though.

mary h.

by spazzygirI on 8/4/2011 11:40:42 AM

 
 

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I'm a preteen and looking to start a modeling career. My friend is a model and got me interested in it. My parents aren't supportive of it because they think I'm not serious and that we don't have enough money and time to start one. What should I do to convince my parents and start a career?




Hey girl,

The best thing to do is get a lot of information from your friend about how she got started, what jobs she's been doing, how much of a time commitment it is, how much money she/her family has had to spend on the career, etc. Gather all of those details together and present them to your parents so they know exactly what you're looking at. They still might not be in a position to help you out right now (because really, money and time are at a shortage for lots of fams right now), but at least you'll know you've done all you could to fill them in!
Lauren C.

by BeachBabe5432 on 7/25/2011 10:31:57 PM

 
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