According to Teen Vogue’s beauty and health director Eva Chen, “A lot of tween girls think makeup is really exciting to them when they first start to wear it because it’s probably something they haven’t been allowed to do. About 13 or 14, they feel like they’re over lip gloss. They still wear it, but that’s when they want to transition into mascara, but that’s one more step for parents to accept.”
I don’t suggest that girls be allowed to wear any kind of makeup whenever they want. I would suggest for them to wait until they are in middle school. When they do begin using cosmetics, they should only wear light colors and waterproof mascara.
I also think it is extremely important for parents and guardians to always strive to improve their child’s self-esteem. They should always remind them how wonderful a person they are. “Teenagers have this glow, this beauty, that adults try to reproduce. They are very lucky to have it. Don’t cover it up!” says Chen from Teen Vogue.
Article comments
1 - Mary
The teen years are a time of change and adjustment. Allowing girls to use makeup does nothing to help the process or their self-esteem. Girls should not be allowed to ware makeup until the age of 18.
2 - Learn to Spell!
WARE?...First of all, here is a helpful tip: Dictionary.com is a quick and helpful reference when learning how to spell simple, four letter words. Secondly, many teenage girls suffer from terrible, red acne all over their face. A little coverage can sometimes be a good thing, especially with all the evil bullies out there just waiting for the next girl to come along that they can make fun of.
3 - Alannah Atauvich
I truly feel that this is a great article! As a matter of fact, there is some truth to it, and at the end of the day it is clearly up to the parents and child. Both situations have pros and cons, but as long as the child knows she is gorgeous, with or without it, strong, with or without a boyfriend, there is no limit to the great things a strong gorgeous woman can do in this society!