Here we go again when wearing no make up is front page news. Would you do it? Do you already?
Alicia Keys non make up face has been everywhere. Granted – she can pull it off. Her clear smooth skin is front and center. Ditto for Lineisy Montero above. For us mere mortals is it really that hard? on days when my diet is not on point, the only thing front and center is a large zit on my cheek and an oily t zone. I won’t lie, with a little concealer I go from: “You look tired – Did you get enough sleep?’ (true story I was asked this and replied: “yes I just haven’t put my make up on yet”) to looking completely rested. Whilst makeup can help a person look well-rested, having a good sleep can naturally enhance your face. It’s important that people get a good sleep of around 8 hours every night. This will help the face to have a healthier and happier appearance. Instead of using makeup, it might be worth considering a new mattress. To see some examples, there are some hybrid mattress reviews on simplyrest, as well as some other types of mattress.
However, when my skin is at it’s best I feel braver in getting away with less because of one thing: confidence. Remember the article that I wrote about the appeal of wearing next to none?
There are countless YouTube videos about My Natural Face Routine, but fifteen steps later and nine brushes in, I’m wondering how natural is this? For me, the current ideal is wet lashes and a color flush on the cheek or mouth. Think Zara models (yes I stare at their make up).
Have we become a nation of women who feel we just can’t live without war paint? Parties and special events aside, can you find your lane with a less is more mental note tomorrow morning?
I suspect what the real question is: can we reach a place when we will be confident enough to ever go without?
Alexandra Bowman says:
Yes of course! As you touched on, a lot of people have trouble with acne or bags, so we shouldn’t disparage anyone for using concealer. However a “natural” makeup routine with several steps does seem pretty ironic… we shouldn’t feel pressured to have to wear makeup constantly, “flaws” or not! I started wearing less out of a combo of sheer laziness/indifference to my old job, but now I don’t wear much because minimalism is easier for me. Eyeliner and gloss are my go-to’s most of the time… Mom gave me good genes, so that doesn’t hurt!
Nancy Boykin says:
If you’re older like me…..you can’t do without!
Caroline Howden says:
I wear make-up for work, not much though. Usually a primer/tinted moisturiser all-in-one, a bit of blusher, winged eyeliner and mascara. That’s it. Weekends I tend to not bother and give my skin a rest. I have been into central London minus make-up and no-one seems to notice?! I definitely feel less bothered the older I get – maybe because I don’t go out in the evenings so much anymore? Maybe because I have a long-term boyfriend and he’s seen it allll (including the mornings with eyeliner halfway down my face!) haha 🙂
Dea says:
I have acne and dark shadows under my eyes, very thin eyebrows and very short, light lashes. So make-up definetly makes me look better – and don’t we all want to look our best? Also, doing my make-up is a ritual I enjoy! 🙂
Taranimale says:
I just have never learned how to apply it. My sister is magical with makeup and looks lovely with or without. I maybe put on mascara a couple of times a year. Currently I am lucky enough to work from home, but I didn’t wear any for my previous office jobs, either. I do think it is easier to do in certain parts of the country, though. I live in Seattle and while there are lots of women with beautiful makeup, I am not the only one without most of the time. I also don’t have to look at myself–so sorry, friends and family! 🙂 I do see pictures and think I could use a little, but mostly am fine make-up free…
Manavi I Be For Beauty says:
My natural look is a little bit of concealer under my eyes (and 1 old pimple scar). And some nude eyeliner on my waterline ‘coz I have small eyes!
imtheniceone says:
I am in my late 50’s and find that wearing makeup often makes me look ridiculous. I am a perfect example of less is more.
The Wardrobe Stylist says:
Totally agree about the 15 steps and nine brushes later so called natural loo…it strikes me as the total opposite, but I think it’s wordplay. It’s meant to look natural so like a shade of colour, but it doesn’t mean getting there takes 3 steps or less. It should be called minimalist or little makeup application. That would be more accurate. As i age I tend to wear less makeup…to work, I’ll add eyeshadow, mascara and eyeliner, lipstick and blush. On weekends or off days, it’s concealer, bronzer, kohl and lipliner.
http://the-wardrobe-stylist.com/2016/09/08/wrinkle-treatment/
The Wardrobe Stylist says:
Totally agree about the 15 steps and nine brushes later so called natural loo…it strikes me as the total opposite, but I think it’s wordplay. It’s meant to look natural so like a shade of colour, but it doesn’t mean getting there takes 3 steps or less. It should be called minimalist or little makeup application. That would be more accurate. As i age I tend to wear less makeup…to work, I’ll add eyeshadow, mascara and eyeliner, lipstick and blush. On weekends or off days, it’s concealer, bronzer, kohl and lipliner.
http://the-wardrobe-stylist.com/2016/09/08/wrinkle-treatment/
Diva In me says:
To ever go without? Not in my lifetime I believe. It took me some time to accept the fact that with very little makeup i.e. concealer, mascara, eyebrow pencil, lipgloss, only then will I step out of the house even on weekends. I guess I have come to accept the fact that if I need it, I need it. I’m definitely not one that’s born with perfect features.
Nicole Stars says:
Thats great! But I def need a bit make up and Eyeliner.
Looking at the Zara Models, that just look like they were bareface…believe me there are 50 steps and brushstrokes needed to look that natural 😉
xoxo, Colli
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