How to Convince Your Parents to Let You Wear Makeup ...

Have your parents said no when you've asked them to let you wear makeup? Perhaps you feel annoyed and think they don't want you to grow up. But if you deal with the issue in the correct way, they might relent. Here's how to convince your parents to let you wear makeup …

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Go Shopping with Them & Let Them Choose for You

eyebrow, face, hair, blue, person, Your parents may be reluctant to let you wear makeup because they're worried that you'll overdo it and end up plastering lots of makeup on. Ask if they'd let you wear some if they could choose what you buy. If they can pick out some makeup for you, they may feel happier that you're wearing makeup they approve of.

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A great way to get your parents to allow you to wear makeup is to go shopping with them and let them choose for you. This way, they can pick out makeup that they approve of and feel more comfortable with you wearing it. Make sure to explain to them that you don't want to overdo it and will only use the makeup sparingly. Additionally, it may be helpful to show them pictures of makeup looks you like and explain why you want to wear makeup. This will give them a better understanding of why you're interested in wearing it. Finally, be sure to thank them for their help and understanding.

Start with Simple, Age Appropriate Makeup

hair, human hair color, face, eyebrow, blond, When you're young, you don't need tons of makeup. Your youthful skin only needs minimal enhancement. Start with a simple makeup bag, with products like tinted moisturiser (which will also have some SPF protection), clear mascara, and lip gloss. This will just add a little polish to your face, rather than hiding it and making you look older.

Don't Beg & Throw a Tantrum

hair, eyebrow, face, black hair, nose, If your parents have already said no, don't throw a tantrum or beg them to change their mind. Leave it a while, and try again, giving a reasonable argument for letting your wear makeup. Whining 'but everyone else wears it!' is guaranteed to get a flat refusal; parents never, ever respond to the claim that you'll be the odd one out if you don't get to do what your friends are doing.

Explain Why You Want to Wear Makeup

hair, human hair color, black hair, face, blond, When you're trying to persuade your parents to let you start wearing makeup, give them a sensible reason for wanting to use cosmetics. For example, it's fun to play with your appearance, and you just want to enhance your natural looks. Most parents are ok with light makeup; they just don't want to see you covered in it or trying to look older.

Negotiate when You Can Wear It

hair, human hair color, face, eyebrow, black hair, Negotiate with your parents about when you're allowed to wear makeup; for example, it wouldn't be appropriate at church or school, but could be ok at weekends or if you all go out for dinner. And if they agree to let you wear it at certain times, stick to the rule; doing so shows that you're mature enough to be allowed more freedom.

Ask Your Mom to Show You How to Apply It

hair, human hair color, black hair, face, clothing, Your parents may be worried that you'll put on far too much makeup and look like a clown or someone's who's much older. Try asking your mom to show you how to apply it; this may reassure her that you'll apply appropriate makeup for your age, and also make her feel part of your life (parents usually hate the thought of their children growing up!).

Offer to Buy It Yourself

hair, black hair, face, eyebrow, person, You could also try offering to buy the makeup yourself, rather than asking your parents to buy it for you. Save up your pocket money or offer to do some extra chores in return. They may be reluctant to spend money on things you don't actually need; if you budget for some makeup, you're showing that you really want some, and that you're sensible enough to save for it.

If all your arguments fail and your parents say no, you can try again later. But always be mature and respectful, rather than getting upset. It's not the end of the world if they say no (for now!).

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My mom didn't let me wear make up outside in the house it was fine. It was do embracing she would tell me to take off my make up in front of many people and she would scold me and I could see them giggling. But I never gave up. And I eventfully had a huge make up collection at 15.

#4 this is helpful…… but my parents aren’t that close to me so….

*embarrassing

Just start small. When I was in seventh grade I put on a smodge of concealer, blush and mascara every day and my super over protective mom didn't notice. Then I started adding a little more and she started noticing and telling me she liked my look and how subtle and age appropriate it was. A couple months later and she was buying me products for my birthday

And we all learn from our makeup mistakes so don't worry too much if you're just starting out :)

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Just make sure if your mom is buying you makeup, like concealer for example, it matches your skin tone. You don't want orange dots all over face lol

Honestly just respect your parents. You can try to reason with them, but if they're very opposed to it, nothing will change their minds. Once you've turned 16/18 you are legally an adult and can do what you like. That being said, my mom was always very cool about makeup. She isn't into it that much but when I was in elementary I would play with hers and my older sisters makeup, and she never questioned it when I asked to go buy my own products once I started junior high. I wore a silver/black ombre eye almost every day with foundation to cover redness. I luckily had bangs as a kid and didn't need to do anything to my brows that never got seen lol. But as the years went on I started with more, and started practicing more, took cosmetology for the first year in high school, and once I turned 18 I went to classes on it. But if your parents aren't into it, then just wait. Nobody at school cares if you do or don't wear makeup - if they do, tell them it's not their face and therefore none of their concern, and get better friends.

I started wearing clear mascara in 5-6 grade. Then in 8th grade I started wearing black mascara, dark brown eye liner, and a nice shade of pink lipstick

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