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Makeup, by Definition, Implies Insecurity.
Those who wear makeup do so for aesthetically fruitful reasons (the exception being ceremonial or ritualistic). This implies that makeup wearers do not believe that their look conforms with their belief as to how good they should look. Hence, if you wear makeup, you do not believe that your look corresponds with your standards (as well as society's); thus implying lack of confidence; thus implying insecurity.
Say that I agree: following that logic nearly everything could be insecurity.
Putting clothes on - if it's for no reason other than cover yourself (say at summer), it's no different.
Shaving - No point if it's not for hygiene
Growing a beard - you can do it to hide your face
Shaving the beard - society standards
As for me, I can count the times I wore makeup with the fingers of my hand. Last time was yesterday, I put one some BB cream, my face looks better and I did not want some pimples to appear on the photos. Maybe if I did not wear that I would have taken less photos at myself, idk.
I am not displeased of my appearance, that's true. Sure some girls (or boys) wear makeup for the reason that they are insecure, but I would not say that a person who wears make-up is insecure by the fact they are wearing make-up, like I would not call a person insecure for putting on a formal shirt instead of a simple T-shirt.
A photographer that edits it's photos after taking them, a writer that re-writes things all the time, I would not call them insecure of their works. You can think otherwise of course.
At https://romanovamakeup.ae/collections/eyes you will find a wide range of eye makeup products from the Romanova Makeup brand. These products are designed to create a beautiful and expressive look. The store offers different types of eye shadows that will help you create a variety of makeup looks. You can choose shadows of different shades, from neutral and natural to bright and bold. Thanks to a wide palette of colors, you can experiment and create unique looks.
Makeup may be used to deal with personal insecurities, but that is hardly its sole function. At its most basic, it is just the same as wearing clothes or getting your hair cut. In certain professions, it is also a creative mode of [removed]e.g. theatre, cabaret, etc.).
Also, makeup by definition literally just means cosmetics applied to the body.
[1] "Natural appearance" refers to one's entire body being unaltered by external sources.
"Application of makeup" means the act of putting on makeup so as to cover up the defects on one's face; or, to increase one's perceived attractiveness.
I AM NOT referring to those wearing makeup for mandatory purposes (e.g. it's a job requirement, such as a magazine model).
Additionally, I am NOT referring to those who wear makeup for exclusively 'stylish' purposes (albeit rare).
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Actually, makeup by definition means: cosmetics such as lipstick or powder applied to the face, used to enhance or alter the appearance.
The semantic roots of Mascara literally means to mask.
Makeup is utilized to cover-up self-perceived flaws. I noted that it can be used for ceremonial purposes, without it functioning to cover-up insecurity; notwithstanding, makeup is not comparable to clothing--a legal necessity (we can discuss how wearing certain clothes (e.g. designer) may imply insecurity, but in another debate).
Getting a haircut could also imply insecurity, though, if done for aesthetic gain. If one has to alter and enhance their natural appearance with external sources for aesthetic gain, it must be because their natural appearance was not 'good enough'. Since they believe their appearance is not 'good enough' then they are not confident with their natural appearance, hence insecure.
I might also suggest that you look at a few makeup advertisements, as you will see the way beauty products--just look at the genius marketing right there, ha "beauty products"--are marketed, which is mainly to instill in the consumer the belief that using their products will make them beautiful; or if they already are, it's meant to enhance it so that the consumer can get that look that they've always wanted. That's the makeup markets goal: To conflate beauty with makeup so that one feels that they are inadequate or not at their true potential if they are not wearing makeup.
This dialogue may advance to the evolution of makeup and how it led to general insecurity, nevertheless my position stands.
Well, if you artificially define wearing makeup so as to exclude anything but insecurity motives then of course the affirmation must follow. This is not only begging the question, however, but does not even follow from your own definition which identifies no express motive since it fails to indicate whether the perceived defect or lack of attractiveness is actually internalized.
Dismissing the comparison to clothing on the sole basis of the general illegality of nudity is a premature dismissal, because you are presuming that the predominant reason people wear clothing is because it is legally required. Yet, given the diversity of clothing beyond even designer brand as well as its critical role in signalling class and social status we cannot reliably make that conclusion, and it is just as premature to assume it is due to insecurity.
Your argument about getting a haircut representing insecurity is just as fallaciously presumptive as your stance on makeup. Just because it is an option does not make it the option, for either hairstyle or makeup.
Again, while advertising conflates beauty with makeup this does not prove that the message is actually internalized. You are still presuming the motive, this time based upon external messaging which proves nothing about internal self-attitude.
Your position does not stand, because you have not proven it at all. Reiterating your assumption does not make it less assumptive. I will also note with you, as with others, that even a minority of exceptions to the insecurity motive contradicts your stance because it means that makeup does not imply insecurity as a categorical absolute (the standard implied by "by definition").
If you choose to dismiss my argument as representing the majority of makeup wearers, then I'll provide scientific/statistical data affirming my position entirely.
"As shown in the result, majority of the women put on cosmetics to gain self-esteem and to boost their confidence. With this outcome, we are able to understand that makeup could make them conceal negative feelings about one's appearance and self-esteem." (Source)
Your dis-confirming position encompasses the minority of makeup wearers - majority of whom are women -, which are outside the parameters of this debate.
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I will also note with you, as with others, that even a minority of exceptions to the insecurity motive contradicts your stance because it means that makeup does not imply insecurity as a categorical absolute (the standard implied by "by definition").
How are we to confirm the minority of women you purport to wear makeup for reasons irrespective of this debate, and not as a requirement, do so not because of insecurity?
Since you cannot factually prove your counterpoint, we can only reference that which has been scientifically analyzed.
My position still holds since I provided parameters that excludes those who wear makeup as a requirement - which includes ceremonies and rituals. If one is not altering or enhancing their appearance for the situations listed, then the only reasonable conclusion would be that they are not content with their unaltered, non-enhanced appearance.
I also erred in my previous disputation; I will include persons who wear makeup even for stylish reasons. For of they need makeup to enhance their style (facial or overall), that still implies that they do not perceive their style as being adequate for whatever the event (else there would be no need to enhance it); hence a form (albeit mild) of insecurity. (Again, this does not include those wearing makeup for competitive and obligatory purposes; this is strictly a situation in which a person is wearing makeup for daily functioning).
Your reference has an inadequately small sample size of only forty participants pulled from a severely limited demographic pool which precludes the inclusion of men among other demographics; it is hardly reliable or legitimate.
If we assume against reason that it is valid, then you have provided the very basis for establishing that a minority do not wear make-up for self-esteem reasons since they indicated another reason and not self-esteem in the study. For that matter, I know others and have myself worn acting makeup for strictly professional reasons which establishes an exception to the the absolute claim that makeup necessarily implies insecurity.
I also really doubt that styling oneself necessarily reflects any insecurity; that still seems assumptive to me. If we include that then we are so diluting the term "insecurity" as to render it rather meaningless I think.
Makeup may be used to deal with personal insecurities, but that is hardly its sole function
If the sole function of makeup is not to deal with personal insecurities, then what is its function?
At its most basic, it is just the same as wearing clothes or getting your hair cut
Although the style of one's clothing attire and haircut can be, and many times is, attributed to alleviating personal insecurities, wearing clothes and cutting your hair are both a bit different from makeup. Wearing clothes are both associated with personal lifestyle choices which may need to be seen as reputable for specific situations such as: securing a job, being judged in a courtroom for an alleged crime, etc.
Also, makeup by definition literally just means cosmetics applied to the body.
I'll take your word for the definition of makeup, however, this might make it a bit more clear.
Personal aesthetic, creative personal expression, professional occupation, etc. Entirely like clothes and hairstyle, makeup is also associated with personal lifestyle choices which may be required to be seen as reputable for specific situations such securing a job, standing trial, etc.
Yes, although, I would say that clothing and hairstyles are much more versatile. I think you would also agree that makeup is geared more towards the same look every time the user applies it, disregarding the negligible amount of exceptions (theatre, ceremonial, expression, etc.). Let's face it, how often do makeup users apply the substance in an attempt to express their feelings of emotion on that specific day, or because they must look in accordance to the setting of a play in a theatre act or whatever it may be. Generally speaking, users apply themselves with makeup for the purpose of making themselves appear more physically attractive which then goes back to state of insecurity.
Clothing and hairstyles are not more versatile, and I certainly do not agree that makeup is any more geared towards the same look every time than the clothing or hairstyles people wear. Most people conform to the rather narrow norms of self-presentation for all instruments of self-presentation, and this is not limited to makeup. You are premature in drawing your unfounded conclusion that occupational, expressive, creative, and social functionality constitute a negligible amount of makeup use. At any rate, where there is exception at all it cannot be said that makeup inherently implies insecurity and my point stands.
Most people conform to the rather narrow norms of self-presentation for all instruments of self-presentation, and this is not limited to makeup.
Okay, the feeling of needing to conform to social norms implies the feeling of one's own self-depiction being unsatisfactory without, in this case, the usage of makeup. This implies insecurity, nevertheless.
You are premature in drawing your unfounded conclusion that occupational, expressive, creative, and social functionality constitute a negligible amount of makeup use.
Perhaps they don't constitute an entirely negligible amount, however, they still constitute the minority of reasons for wearing makeup. I don't believe that you can honestly say to yourself that there is a percentage of women who wear makeup for the purpose of expression or art or whatever it may be, which is greater than that of the group of women who wear makeup to simply enhance their physical beauty. If so, I challenge you find any study showing that these reasons are the primary purpose for makeup or at least that the enhancement of aesthetic appearance is not the primary and overwhelming purpose for makeup.
Apparently 44% of women admit to feeling unattractive without makeup.
All five of the research backed reasons for why women wear makeup in this article are relying on the enhancement of beauty in women, implying that the general amount of people who wear makeup feel subjected to improvement, implying insecurity without the substance.
At any rate, where there is exception at all it cannot be said that makeup inherently implies insecurity and my point stands.
Where there is minor exception, it can be said that makeup inherently implies insecurity for the majority of those who apply it and my point also stands.
Conformity is not synonymous with covering for insecurity. You have also overlooked the larger point which is that makeup is really not fundamentally different from clothes or hairdos.
Your references contradict your claim that a majority of people use makeup to treat their insecurity. Your Huffington Post article references a study which does not exist and when you track their hyperlink back you arrive at a study which places the actual percentage at 16%
Your first reference incorrectly cites a study and misrepresents its actual findings, which place the percentage of women who feel unattractive without makeup at 16% (not 44%). This also fails to include men even though they do wear makeup both casually and professionally. Moreover, even if 44% of everyone felt unattractive without makeup that still leaves 56% who do not which is a statistically significant majority. Your second reference also identifies sex and attracting mates as the motivating factor in all five studies, not insecurity. Thanks for disproving your claim.
Obviously, this is more than a minor exception. Nevertheless, something is not inherent if there are even minor exceptions... literally, by definition.
Conformity is not synonymous with covering for insecurity. You have also overlooked the larger point which is that makeup is really not fundamentally different from clothes or hairdos.
I never said that conformity was synonymous with insecurity nor did I imply it, although I do believe that wanting to conform to a group with the only purpose of doing so being to make you feel better about yourself is a prime example of insecurity. What I was saying is that one's feeling of needing to conform with a group with the usage of an outside force because they, themselves, (without this outside force) feel that they are not satisfactory, is insecurity. This is assuming that the group that the person is trying to conform to is unnecessary and is only desired in an attempt to alleviate a deeper feeling of insecurity, going back to what I said in my first statement.
Like I said before I believe that clothes and hairstyles are more versatile and slightly different from makeup as you can't really make an assumption on one's lifestyle based on their makeup as you can with clothing and hairstyle. Some women wear a lot of makeup some don't wear any at all, either way I think it is rather difficult to make judgments on whether that person goes out a lot, parties, likes to have fun, stays home all day, is intelligent, does drugs, is classy, is boring, etc. based on their fashion of makeup or even the amount of makeup they have applied. Keep in mind I do believe that clothing and hairstyle do significantly attribute to insecurity as well.
Your references contradict your claim that a majority of people use makeup to treat their insecurity. Your Huffington Post article references a study which does not exist and when you track their hyperlink back you arrive at a study which places the actual percentage at 16%
Well first of all, that reference says nothing about insecurity, it mostly talks about feelings of unattractiveness which although, does represent insecurity, it is not fully representative of the definition of insecurity. You're right, the study does place the actual percentage of feelings of unattractiveness at 16% however, like I just explained, feelings of unattractiveness does not fully represent the definition of insecurity, regardless. With that said, I did not use that reference to prove my entire thesis, I simply referenced it because it was the first page that came up when I searched, "How many women wear makeup" and I thought it was interesting.
Your second reference also identifies sex and attracting mates as the motivating factor in all five studies, not insecurity. Thanks for disproving your claim.
Sex and attracting mates as a motivating factor of the usage of makeup implies that without the usage of makeup, the user feels not as attractive and sexual rather than with the usage of makeup, which consequentially implies a lack of self-confidence; the basis of insecurity.
Obviously, this is more than a minor exception. Nevertheless, something is not inherent if there are even minor exceptions... literally, by definition.
You have not given any supporting evidence. This is only your word against mine. No, but something is inherent to the majority if there are minor exceptions.
I never said that conformity was synonymous with insecurity nor did I imply it [...]
Yes, you did: Okay, the feeling of needing to conform to social norms implies the feeling of one's own self-depiction being unsatisfactory without, in this case, the usage of makeup. This implies insecurity, nevertheless. And you just said it again: one's feeling of needing to conform [...] is insecurity. The problem is, as I have already pointed out, that there can be multiple reasons for someone to conform and you have no basis from which to claim it is mostly due to insecurity.
Like I said before I believe that clothes and hairstyles are more versatile [...]
Not only does repeating your claims not prove them, you have provided references which directly contradict your claim. You cited multiple studies that establish that people regularly alter their behavior towards someone based upon how makeup causes them to perceive that person differently.
[...] that reference says nothing about insecurity, it mostly talks about feelings of unattractiveness which although, does represent insecurity, is not fully representative of the definition of insecurity [...]
I agree; your first reference is completely irrelevant and utterly fails to prove your point. What you want to gloss over is that it also undermines your point. Given that it and the other reference are literally the only substantiation for your "thesis", its irrelevance and possible counter-relevance is actually quite significant. Incidentally, you also just effectively admitted to post hoc rationalization and confirmation bias in addition to sheer laziness; well done.
Sex and attracting mates as a motivating factor of the usage of makeup implies that without the usage of makeup, the user feels not as attractive and sexual rather than with the usage of makeup, which consequentially implies a lack of self-confidence; the basis of insecurity.
It could just as well imply an informed, tactical decision. People dress, style, and otherwise modify their appearance to impress others all the time but that does not automatically mean that they lack self-confidence since it could mean myriad other things. You are still just asserting an implied association without ever explaining why it is true. The fact of the matter is, you probably cannot; you had a preconceived notion and are now scrambling to justify it (and doing quite poorly at that).
You have not given any supporting evidence. This is only your word against mine. No, but something is inherent to the majority if there are minor exceptions.
No, I used yours... which makes this a case of your evidence against your word. At any rate, I never made a specific claim about which variable prevails so I do not share in your burden of proof. You also very plainly do not understand the meaning of inherent.
I do not intend to respond further. You are just repeating yourself, backpedaling, and making further baseless claims while ignoring the substance of my replies.
And you just said it again: one's feeling of needing to conform [...] is insecurity.
You are trying to twist my words to make it seem like I am directly comparing conformity with insecurity by not acknowledging the rest of my argument.
I have already pointed out, that there can be multiple reasons for someone to conform and you have no basis from which to claim it is mostly due to insecurity.
Yes you have pointed out multiple reasons to conform to, but what basis have you, to claim that it is not mostly due to insecurity? It seems as though the only viable source of evidence either of us can provide is anecdotal, and I don't know about you, but I don't see as many people wearing makeup for theatre or ceremonial reasons rather than for 'un-mandatory' reasons in which the user only desires to enhance their own appearance
"Not only does repeating your claims not prove them, you have provided references which directly contradict your claim." [...]
None of the studies I have posted have contradicted what I've said. If so, you have not given any explanation as to how.
I agree; your first reference is completely irrelevant and utterly fails to prove your point. What you want to gloss over is that it also undermines your point.
Yet you still commented on it and tried using it to disprove my thesis at which you failed to do.
Given that it and the other reference are literally the only substantiation for your "thesis", its irrelevance and possible counter-relevance is actually quite significant.
I do believe the second reference is of relevance which is discussed below. Also, have you not provided any references to substantiate your "thesis".
"People dress, style, and otherwise modify their appearance to impress others all the time but that does not automatically mean that they lack self-confidence since it could mean myriad other things." [...]
You are misunderstanding my point. I am not asserting that people who modify their appearance with the intent of impressing others have a low self-confidence. I am simply saying that modified version versus the un-modified version logically implies a lesser amount of self-confidence or otherwise, insecurity.
No, I used yours... which makes this a case of your evidence against your word.
And you failed to do so.
At any rate, I never made a specific claim about which variable prevails so I do not share in your burden of proof.
You've claimed that insecurity is not the primary reason for the majority of makeup users have you not?
Being clothed is not always required by law. Not that legality is particularly relevant, since you presuppose against the obvious facts that this is the primary reason people wear clothes. If people wore clothes just because they had to there would be no variation in clothing options, because expression or utility would have no import. Moreover, having hair is not legally required either so that comparison still stands too.
To compare being clothed or grooming ones self to applying make -up is absurd. Two separate cases. Yes clothing is not required by law on nude beaches or other countries possibly, but in all other instances they are required. No shirt no shoes no service. Now as for grooming, unless you dont have a job where you are in contact with people your hygiene is the second most important attribute. Is the conservative look not the standard for cooperate America. Low cut hairstyle - little to no facial hair. Yes you can argue make -up is required but only through the underlying implication that it makes the person wearing more appealing than it would if it were not worn. Case in point, a person can show up to a job interview with or without make -up - although one can not show up with out being well -dressed and groomed and expect to leave with employment. One is a necessity while the other is an option. Drops mic ---- oh what about the feedback from the mic -not my problem 'imma boss'
Alleging that clothing and grooming are absurd comparisons does not prove that they are separate cases. Given the outstanding similarities in their function, which you yourself have already acknowledged, this is obviously a last ditch effort to dismiss a legitimate counterpoint to which you have no substantive reply.
I also already explained why the legality issue, in addition to being non-absolute, is not relevant and does not prove your point. I will not reiterate myself as you are, presumably, capable of at least reading if not immediate comprehension. Are you being deliberately obtuse?
Whether or not makeup is actually critical to getting a job, if someone perceives it as necessary or advantageous then their motive has to do with strategy rather than insecurity. Moreover, given the studies you provided and their obvious findings that wearing makeup makes women more appealing it is hardly a stretch of reason to think that wearing makeup to a job interview or work would be strategically advantageous.
You are not "boss". You are a broken record player and not only failed to prove your point, but provided evidence against yourself and ignored critical counterpoints against your stance. I am disinclined to listen to you repeat yourself again; anticipate no further reply.
True; but whats the definition for cosmetic? Make-up in my opinion should be used in the entertainment business only. When being used for recreational purposes is it not to enhance whatever area it is applied to. Now, depending on the amount of make-used i do accept for example - eyeliner and light blush and some gloss i guess or lipstick. Now what tends to happen in a lot of urban and busy city life people over- do things and that's when the issue becomes questionable.
Surely you can look up basic definitions for yourself. I also do not care about your unfounded, arbitrary, and vague sensibilities about when makeup is or is not acceptable. It is not only irrelevant to the question at hand, but completely uninteresting.
Well the question was rhetorical. I just had this talk with my sis last night and she also disagreed with me. That is until I explained the issue in this way 1- as in all things people often project how they feel about themselves unto others. 2- if the shoe fits wear it. 3- this is a general observation of an over-all issue. Meaning with the understanding that not "all" people wear make -up do so because of insecurities. Going back to my talk with my sis who at the time didnt have any make up on she was the exception to the rule. Why! 1- because if she was insecure about her looks she would have had make -up on. 2. She wears make -up to enhance her self at times not "all" the time. So in conclusion the statement is true for those who it pertains to. As far as my personal view on whats an acceptable amount to me is my 'personal' preference. Its impossible to argue preference. Which is why make -up implies insecurities because thats how its marketed. Answer this do you see more commercials for make -up to be used as an effect in film or for personal beautification?
Hearsay about your sister constitutes an absurdly small sample size, and proves absolutely nothing in the broader context of this exchange. Of course the statement is true for those it is true for, but that similarly says nothing at all about the broader relevance of the statement. The marketing of makeup frequently plays on sex appeal as well, and so for reasons already repeatedly explained to you your conclusion is premature and unfounded. I am disinterested in your next attempt at intelligent thought, and do not intend to reply any further.
A 'reference' of a discussion is a far cry from presentable evidence, so how would you consider that as being hearsay. Refusing to respond due to 'lack of interest' does not validate your stance on this topic so therefore it will be considered a forfeit. Its obvious you're on the wrong side of this argument and your points were proven to be flawed according to the context of the question, thanks to Harvard.
On TV, make-up is something that's essential to telling a story. Because of this, the wearing of make-up in real life deserves to be evaluated along shades of grey (pardon the pun).
Star Wars, the Halloween franchise, Artificial Intelligence, The Terminator, Casper, these movies all have make-up to inspire and emotionally gratify their audiences.
If you're argument is that make-up is used by women to tell a story or to portray a feeling of emotion that the wearer is having, then I disagree. There is a minority of cases where this may be true, just like the one stated in the OP. However, this only reflects a minority of make-up users.
Make-up was created to make the wearer appear more aesthetically pleasing in an attempt to increase the probability of finding a suitable mate for that user. The majority of women who choose to wear make-up aim for the same look most every time they apply it and in return, expect the same response towards whomever they desire attraction from. The very fact that make-up users wear make-up in an attempt to appear more attractive to whomever they desire lust from implies that the depiction of which they hold for themselves with no make-up involved is unsatisfactory, or is at least subjected to improvement which therefore, implies a mild to substantial state of insecurity.
I think that is up to the individual to assess. To some, makeup may be fantastic just as well as to others it may be seen as horrible. The answer would depend on moral relativistic ideals I suppose.
Do you think that because make-up is inevitable, people ought to publicly recognise that truth? What concerns me is the reality that because make-up's use is inevitable (just like anything's existence?), that means that if make-up is to be understood as negative, the people using it shouldn't be criticised of doing so.
I'm a bit confused on what you mean by the usage of makeup being inevitable. Yes, I do believe that users of makeup should not be criticized in doing so as long as they are well informed of the potential hazards that may be contributed by certain kinds of makeup.
What I mean, is that if someone (say Michelle Heaton) wears make-up, there'll be a long line of causality as to in fact why she's ended up wearing the make-up.
The issue people face is how far it's appropriate to identify causality.
When you speak of hazards, are you just referring to literal hazards - as in effects on the skin, or do you mean social hazards?
Women can be insecure of many things, their face being just one.
Only men say this as well as some ignorant feminists who clearly don't comprehend their own gender very well.
Make-up is actually what everyone who is artistic would rather be wearing on halloween rather than some cheap mask they picked up from the local store. Similarly, women who enjoy putting on make-up and who do so we are if anything overly secure in their ability to do so and enjoy showing it off.
It is rather like saying that wearing deodorant means one is insecure about their body odor, well yes, the plain face and the natural odor of sweat are not going to be as appealing as their chemically blended forms. On the other hand, some men plaster far too much cologne while some do it just right and smell godly, similarly with women and their makeup.
Overdoing implies specific insecurity with the look of the women but to do it well on a regular basis and feel no shame in hiding one's face for the sake of showing off one's talent at makeup acutely increases many females' self esteem.
Yeah, I think it's established that there are exceptions to wearing make-up in which the minority of its users partake in, (Halloween, self-portraying emotions, rituals etc.) however, this is simply not the reason for the majority of make-up users. Women who participate in the daily usage of make-up do not take time to apply substance on to their face, every single day, in an effort to make themselves appear less aesthetically pleasing; I think that's something we can agree on. The fact that the purpose of make-up (in the mainstream usage of it at least) is to increase the physical attractiveness of the person wearing it implies that the user's self-depiction of themselves resembles unsatisfactory physical appeal, or is at least subjected to improvement. This is in fact, at the very least, a mild form of insecurity.
Deodorant is not exactly the same, as bad bodily odors may be associated with a lack of hygiene as well as bad life-style choices and so on.
No, the minority wear it because they genuinely overcompensate for their looks and end up looking worse than without it. If they look better with it that's not insecurity that's being good at self-inflicted art and showing it off.
If they look better with it that's not insecurity that's being good at self-inflicted art and showing it off.
If you wear makeup because you think that you look better with it on, rather than with it off, that is the equivalent to bringing an outside force onto yourself because yourself, alone, is not as satisfactory as yourself is without the outside force brought onto yourself. Because you think that yourself is not satisfactory without this outside force brought onto you, you are showing unsatisfactory in yourself, alone, that is insecurity.
LOL, yeah like grooming your beard or combing your hair is insecurity okay mate.
I can tell you're not a woman so please don't preach shit like this. There is a difference between wanting to be appealing and thinking you will never be. Until you understand the difference and actually talk to real women (yes, they exist outside of your nerd clique), you will actually grasp why women wear makeup and it is very little to do with insecurity and very much to do with confidence.
I love how you are resorting to ad hominem attacks because you realize that you're losing the argument. Do you know the actual definition of 'insecurity' or just the generalized definition and connotation perhaps? I'm assuming that you don't know the standard definition because you associated it with "thinking you will never be appealing", so here it is: https://www.google.com/#q=insecurity
Since you are obviously assuming that I believe the usage of makeup to be consequential to a low self-confidence in women, I will go on record and say this to you: I have never stated nor do I believe that women wear makeup because they have a low self-confidence. However, I do believe that if women, or people in general for that matter, feel the need to wear makeup for aesthetically enhancing purposes, they are most certainly exemplifying a lack of confidence in themselves without the usage of makeup versus with the usage of makeup. Just in case you try equating the terms, 'lack' with, 'minimal', in order to accuse me of more misogyny here is the definition:
It should be recognized that, to a greater or lesser extent everyone feels a degree of insecurity from time time, if not all of the time. In this context most everyone, men and women try to accentuate their good points and to ''beautify'' themselves. Cosmetics help to emphasize those features which the female wishes to be noticed thus drawing attention away from the parts of their dial they feel are uncomplimentary. Lip stick makes the lips more alluring, ( and kissable ), and mascara enhances the eyes. Other make up products can conceal skin blemishes, while hair dye can eliminate the appearance of grey hairs. Men shave and many of them apply a fragrance to their ugly mugs, afterwards. Even those pseudo macho men who have the proverbial 'designer growth'' are sure to shave parts of their face so they don't look like unwashed vagrants, in fact such types probably spend more time titivating their facial growth than the guy who quickly slides a blade over his whiskers. The whole point of make up and a pride in one's appearance usually is to be, or at least to feel attractive to others which in turn produces a ''feel good'' factor with the ensuing increase in confidence. Now, would anyone seriously suggest that there is anything wrong with such an activity.
I dont think the poster is saying wearing make -up is wrong. Simply putting it, im assuming the point being conveyed in this particular case is the "purpose" of wearing make -up on a daily basis - is it vanity or an expression of ones uniqueness.
People with insecurities usually try to cover them up
make -up covers up blemishes and evens skin tones and "enhances" correct - so tell me what other purpose does wearing make -up on a regular basis serve other than to make one appear more attractive? I love how everyone is insinuating that only women wear make -up.
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