Why do we have the right to wear makeup? Because it is asinine to live for other people's approval. Recently I heard a man say that women shouldn’t wear makeup because what’s the point, if that woman is already attractive. Imagine my face when I heard this misogynistic opinion. How do some men (and women, too) actually think they have the right to tell someone how to present themselves? It’s sickening to think that some people believe that women wear makeup to impress and please others. It's possible to do things purely for yourself.

Everyone has different reasons for wearing makeup. Some may choose to wear makeup in order to improve their appearance, whereas others may consider makeup nothing more than a hobby. I’m confident enough in my appearance that I will go in public with or without makeup. I love wearing makeup because its application is an art, and the end result is beautiful. Sometimes I put on makeup even when I’m not leaving the house, just because it makes me feel better about myself. If you feel kind of blah, or if your hair isn’t complying, wearing makeup can definitely improve your mood. A touch of eye liner and lipstick can make a huge difference.

From just wearing concealer and mascara to a full on contoured look, makeup is a great way to boost one’s confidence on a daily basis. I hate the negative connotation given to women who wear makeup every day. What’s different from wearing makeup daily and dressing nice or fixing your hair daily? If makeup is part of your daily routine, then that is completely OK. No one can tell you what you can and can’t do, especially when it comes to your own appearance. You’ve got to be kind of petty to actually care whether or not someone wears makeup often.

If someone ridicules you for wearing (or not wearing) makeup, tell them to frick off! People have the right to express themselves in their own way, and makeup is a common way to do so. I believe that makeup application is a virtue, and those who take pride in their makeup skills should be admired, not ridiculed. Whether you wear makeup to make you feel better about yourself, use it as an art form, or just to cover up blemishes, wearing it is your prerogative. So, whoever you are, do not let others ridicule you for doing something that you deem fun and acceptable.