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writes:Not sure how to word this question...basically I'm 16 and I've never worn make-up. Does that mean it's too late to start? I have no knowledge of how to apply make-up the right way. I know that if I one day decide to suddenly start wearing it, people at school are going to notice right away and they might start to think negative things. It's just I'm sick of having nobody show any interest in me. I really want to have a relationship, and maybe make-up will get a guy to notice me. I don't know. Anyways...what should I do? Do I start wearing it or should I just never wear it since I haven't to begin with. I feel like it's supposed to be important in a girl's life...
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reader, adamantine  +, writes (23 August 2010):
 I started wearing makeup at about the same age. I'm 19 now, and a make-up artist.
If you want to learn, there are many youtube gurus who have created a wide array of make-up tutorial videos for you to view. That's how I started :)
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reader, Zo94 +, writes (23 August 2010):
Start off with just a lil bit and see what they say?
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reader, anonymous, writes (23 August 2010): Why would people at school think something negative about you? Im 13 and going into 8th grade and I wear makeup. But wearing makeup doesnt neccissarily make you a more beautiful person. Someone should like you for who you are, but if you think it might make you happy go right ahead. Ask your mother to teach how to apply it im sure you will learn in no time.
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reader, blue_eyes1981  +, writes (23 August 2010):
 First of all you need to find out what shades suit you and which foundation is best for your skin type. The best way to do that is to experiment a little even better some of the larger branches of Boots and department stores with beauty counters often offer a make over service. A professional will then be able to advise you on the right shades to wear and will almost certainly apply some make up for you and they will show you how to do it yourself.
Start with natural shades if you can and don't wear too much sometimes less is more and if it is subtle it looks even better. Maybe smoky eyes with a clear lip gloss. Or some mascara and a tinted lip gloss noticeable but not looking trashy. And when you do go shopping for make up remember to buy some makeup remover and use it to keep your skin in good condition.
But don't rely on make-up to get noticed please. Your personality should be why people notice you.
And you know even some women never wear make-up look at the actress Tilda Swinton you rarely if ever see her in any even at movie premieres!
Oh and 16 is not too late to start girls shoudln't e wearing makeup at a young age anyway. I didn't start wearing it properly until I was about 18. x
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reader, Angelripper  +, writes (23 August 2010):
 I only started wearing makeup when I was about 16 too. I started off with really simple things, like putting on eyeliner, nothing too elaborate like blending with eyeshadow, or anything like that. That I learned to do progressively to more at ease I became when applying makeup. So start off with something simple, and once you feel comfortable move onto something else. Practice on yourself at home if you don't plan on going out that day, and see how it turns out ... but most importantly, you shouldn't care about what other people have to say, it should have no bearing on you. I know it's difficult for you to see that right now, as I was kind of the same way in high school too, but you'll eventually learn to not care about how other people view you as much. Get creative, do what you want! If you need advice on how to put on eyeliner or anything else, just look up instructional videos on youtube, they can be very helpful!
The real question is though, do you want to wear makeup? Would you feel comfortable doing it, and wearing it outside of your house? You should never do or alter something for anyone but yourself, unless you feel completely comfortable with it.
Best of luck to you!
-The Resident Metalhead
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reader, VikkiDec1 +, writes (23 August 2010):
 First of all, you don't need makeup for a guy to notice you! Your only 16 and I'm sure your a pretty girl. If you want to know how to apply it correctly, go to the mall and ask someone at a makeup counter to do your makeup. This is usually in Macy's or Sephora stores and it is free, which is even better! They will tell you how to do a natural makeup look step by step. But if your really not ready yet then I would just wait until you are. Most guys don't like heavy, fake makeup..they love the natural look on girls.
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reader, anonymous, writes (23 August 2010): Ok, Im now talking from experience. Girls do not need to wear makeup to get the attention from boys!! Most guys, the genuine nice ones like girls with a natural beauty. And only wear makeup if your comfortable wearing it, if this is still the case, I would suggest you use lighter tones first, like mascara, white eye liner and a bit of lip gloss. Nothing to heavy!!
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reader, anonymous, writes (23 August 2010): If you want to experiment with make-up, go for it. I think a little bit goes a long way. However, if you just want to get noticed by some guy, do you want him to really care about you or just how you look? I don't think 16 is too old to start. I didn't start til about the same age. Just go tasteful and more natural to start with. Maybe get someone older to help you. I like to wear make-up just for me. It makes me feel prettier. My husband doesn't even like me to wear it at all, but it makes me feel more comfortable. You might start with some lip gloss and a touch of mascara. Good luck and remember real beauty is on the inside. God loves you and no matter if a guy is interested in you or not should not change your feeling of self-worth. Guys aren't really so terrific as you think. The ones who care about looks are the ones who will mostly likely cheat on you. Never compromise just to make a guy like you. Be who you are for you. Good luck!
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reader, anonymous, writes (23 August 2010): ok if u want to weair make up ask a firend or your mom to help u or show u how to do it they should help you :D
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