Jennifer Tanaya

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Teenagers Wearing Makeup

Why do a lot of teenagers wear makeup? Nowadays a lot of teenagers wear makeup
because of the influencers on the internet, they want to be cool or want to be able to relate
to their friend who wears one, it could also be influenced by family members, and mostly
teenagers wear make-up to impress their crush or they feel insecure. It's alright for
teenagers to wear make-up. As long as adults keep an eye on them, that way they don't
wear the wrong type of make-up that could damage their skin or face.

Makeup was first invented in ancient Egypt, they used it to appeal to their God and it’s
known to be created in 6000 BCE. Ever since then, a lot of men and women wear makeup to
appear more beautiful and also following the trend in society. When the teenager sees the
adult wearing such things, with their curious nature, they will have the urge to try to wear or
use makeup.Teenagers are already dealing with skin issues from hormones, genes, and the
germs. Adding makeup to the mixture can lead to eye infections like pink eye, staph
infections, acne cosmetica, and even health issues. Instead of using makeup regularly,
teens should focus on a healthy skin care routine. But, if they still don't feel confident enough
to go out or to go to meet their friends without makeup. There’s already makeup made
especially for teenager skin or complexion, when it’s first created is still unknown. With this
type of makeup, teenager skin will stay healthy and not damaged at all. Of course they still
need to take care of their skin and clear their face after wearing one. Makeup has chemical
ingredients after all.

Source: Jood’s Brief History of Makeup - Halifax Public Libraries.

A lot of people always ask “Is it okay for teenagers to wear makeup?” and the answer
is yes. Because like I said in the previous paragraph, now there’s makeup for teenagers and
the damage that normal makeup does to teenagers is mostly reduced, so they can wear or
use it safely. If your question is leaning to the eyes of society and their critical judgment or
comment. Teenagers can use concealer for blemishes, eye shadow, eyeliner, powder for
oily skin, and a light coat of mascara. With that they will still look natural and beautiful in their
own way.

Source: What's the Right Age to Start Wearing Makeup? A Guide for Parents and Kids.

Teenagers wear makeup because they don’t feel confident enough with themselves
and also don't feel they’re attractive or beautiful. They also use it to cover their acne or
pimples, because sometimes they could get bullied or mocked just for that. Makeup helps
teenagers to boost their confidence and with that confidence they feel like they can do
anything in the world. Makeup can also be an awesome outlet for teenagers, that way they
can do self expression and develop their creativity. There’s also other reasons why
teenagers wear makeup. For teenagers, wearing makeup is a constant drive to have a
sense of individuality, and wanting to belong with society or a group of friends. They also
want to follow what their favorite celebrity or influencer wears.

Source: Why do young girls wear makeup - Body Image, Why teens wear makeup - Emily
Ocean Whitetaker’s Paper!.

There are a lot of types of makeup for different colors or types of skin, there’s even
makeup made for teenagers. Even though there’s already makeup for teenagers, adults still
need to keep an eye on them. Because teenagers are very curious, they will eventually try to
use adult makeup so they feel like an adult and not a little kid.