Is applying make-up ever a chore?

Anonymous

I wear it from time to time when off work, but wondering how you view applying it when getting ready for work every morning, perhaps running late.

12 years ago

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Latest reply was from Hil

ManidipaM

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I find it tedious and sometimes irritating to be honest, though until recently I would not dare go out barefaced even for a run or to the gym---needed at least lippy and eyeliner.

12 years ago

Thistle

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I don't wear it. It irritates my skin to no end. I have decided my skin is better off with a bit of water splashed on it in the morning topped off with a bit of dye free, color free, scent free moisturizer. Chap stick if needed, always Burt's Bees.

No, I don't have flawless skin. But it is far better and happier than when I put anything on it. I have allergies to fragrances, and most beauty products fragrance their stuff so you don't smell what is really in them.

Also make washing my face at night easy

12 years ago

Anonymous

Although I do not wear make-up all the time, I have tried to give it up due to my sensitive skin. I have had no bad reactions, but cannot see that make-up is healthy for the skin.

12 years ago

Peri

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I love makeup so I don't consider it a chore. Plus, you can do less in a rush.

12 years ago

ramya

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I do. Just hate wearing it. I am make up free 99% of the time. Though I am considering wearing it now

12 years ago

shedev

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It only takes me about 5 min so not a hassle

12 years ago

donnat

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Hell yes

12 years ago

Louise

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I usually wear make up daily when I'm at work but rarely during the school holidays. I also have sensitive skin and must have spent a fortune over the years but I've finally found some fantastic products which my skin is happy to wear daily x

ETA just realised I didn't actually answer you question oops! No I don't find make up a chore to apply because I don't ave many steps and can do it in about 5 minutes x

12 years ago

Chris29

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I have learned to love wearing makeup every day now that I'm retired. It didn't come easily though. The trick is to do your research online (beauty blogs and you tube) and find a handful of products that work well for you then stick with them and don't be seduced by new product hype! I use Estée Lauder foundation, Covergirl mascara, Maybelline Tatoo Colours eyeshadow because you can apply with your fingers and it lasts all day. Finish off with lip balm, a lip butter or a great nude like Loreal's 800 shade or Revlon soup lustrous pink pearl. Keep it simple-keep it the same daily and it no longer becomes a chore. I'm no expert but am happy to answer questions from makeup nubies who are in the "mature skin" category.

12 years ago

hedgiehog

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I absolutely love makeup so I don't find it a chore. When I'm in a rush, or feeling lazy, or at the weekend I do less. I also found recently that I do less while on holiday.

12 years ago

Caro in Oz

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I don't wear a lot but I like it - it is part of my morning ritual

12 years ago

peekaboo

Active Member

I hate doing it but like having it on. It is boring for me, same as blow drying, brushing teeth, etc. I probably go without 2-3 days a week, out of sheer laziness. On days I wear glasses I feel like eye makeup doesn't add that much extra.

12 years ago

anne

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A chore but not a stressful one.

12 years ago

deb

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I consider it part of my daily routine. Just like brushing my teeth. When I feel like I look better, I feel better about myself.

12 years ago

Elly

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I like having the option. I have artistic leanings, so to some extent it can be fun playing with. However, since I developed chronic illness I feel like I look ill if I don't wear it. I like the option, but not even my mother looks as haggard without makeup as I do, and I miss seeing me in the mirror not a black and blue boxer without it.

12 years ago

Mary Beth (formerly LBD)

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I love playing with makeup! But if I'm in a hurry, I just run a brush with some loose translucent powder down my nose, and put on some mascara. I wait to apply lipstick/gloss in the car, because everyone knows the best place to put your makeup on in a hurry, is while you're gazing into your rearview mirror in heavy traffic.

As a general rule, I save foundation for dress-up occasions and onstage during warmer months.

12 years ago

Marley

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I love wearing make-up! Not a chore at all!

12 years ago

Jaime

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More of a habit than a chore. Most of my makeup effort is in the camouflage rather than decorate department.

12 years ago

Aziraphale

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What Shevia said. It's a bit like brushing my teeth, only somewhat more enjoyable. I don't wear a lot though. Mascara, lipstick, blush, concealer if I have a zit or any redness under my nose.

12 years ago

Firecracker (Sharan)

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I do find it a bit of a chore. I don't really have a pared-down routine that I can just breeze through quickly. Whenever I try to do less makeup, I think it doesn't quite look finished, so I add the next step and then the next, and then. . . . well, the whole shebang.

12 years ago

Keix

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I don't really wear makeup, although I've started wearing lipstick because I finally found a brand that doesn't dry my lips out more than not wearing anything at all on them, not even chapstick. (Too Faced lipstick <3) I like the way it looks but I'm too lazy to put effort into learning how to apply it and then consistently doing so.

12 years ago

Hil

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I don't find it a terrible chore - I quite enjoy makeup and it's part of my daily routine (although I do give it a skip occasionally on weekend or holidays or if I am having a really off day). It only takes me about 5 minutes and I feel a huge amount better for it. Same as doing my hair.

12 years ago

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