I'm 12 and a half. Should i where makeup? Should I get a cell?

Question

it's not fairrrrrrrrr!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

i's not ffaaaaaaiiiiiiiiirrrrrrrrrrrr!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Answer 1

There is no "right" age to start wearing makeup. Some girls begin wearing minimal makeup at age 11, such as lipstick or eye shadow. Parents of young girls display controversy on the issue. Some parents are more conservative in their views stating that kids do not get to be kids anymore. More and more young girls are being influenced by music and the media to look, dress and act a certain way. You can find just about any cosmetic product in glitter: nail polishes, lotions, lip gloss, eye makeup, and bikinis are targeting girls ages 6-12.

Some psychologist state that wearing makeup at an early age leads to increased interest from males. Some believe it is sending a message that says you are mature and possibly interested in being in a physical relationship. Makeup changes the perceptions of the face to be similar to that of a mature woman.

You may have heard the famous words, "Everyone's wearing it in school," and "It's not fair." It is important to question why she truly wants to wear makeup. If it is because everyone else is doing it or so guys will notice her, these are dangerous signals. How you feel about her wearing makeup sets a precedent for everything else she does. Allowing a young girl to wear makeup sooner than when you feel she is ready, may send the message that she can partake in other "adult-like" activities sooner than she is ready for them.

It is an inevitable fact that young girls are going to want to wear makeup at some point in their life. It is essential at the onset of wearing of makeup that clear boundaries are set on what types of makeup and the amount being worn is determined. How much makeup is too much? It is best when staring out, to keep the makeup subtle.

The following tips can help in applying the various types of makeup for teens or preteens:


Concealer
Use for under the eyes and blemishes.
Use a light weight wand, pencil or stick.
Correct undertones by using yellow or green corrector for red tones and orange for blue tones.
Apply with your finger or an applicator brush.

Foundation and Powder
Use foundation only if needed.
Choose a lightweight, non-oily liquid or gel stick that matches your skin tone.
To add color to a light skin tone, add bronzer in stick, powder, gel or liquid to temples, cheeks, jaw and a dab on the nose, where the sun would most likely tan you.
Use a little foundation under the chin and neck to even out the look.
Loose or pressed powder should match your skin type.
Optional: Use translucent powder for all skin tones.
Keep a pressed powder or oil blotting papers with you during the day to stay fresh.

Eye Shadow
Complement the subtle color specks in the iris of your eyes.
Stay with neutral beige, bisque, soft lavender, peach and brown for daytime and add pizzazz for evening.
Using a sponge tip brush or your finger stroke the shadow across the lid and blend out.
Avoid going too dark.
Summer colors should be bronze, gold and rust.
Line the eyes with your focus color and keep the lid and crease neutral.

Mascara and Brow
Mascara should be clear or brown.
Brush on and separate lashes.
Avoid tweezing eyebrows. Keep full and rich.

Blush
Product comes in powder, gel, liquid or stick.
Using a brush or fingers, apply to the apple of your cheek and blend with a sponge, fingers or a cotton ball.

Lipstick and Lip gloss
Choose shades in coral, orange, brown, peach, brown pink, beige, pink and berry.
Avoid reds for now.
Not necessary to line lips at a young age.
Apply lip gloss over layer of lipstick to protect coverage.
Cosmetics can't work miracles, but certain products can help keep your skin clean and looking soft. Cosmetics are defined in the Federal Food, Drug and Cosmetic Act an "art soap". The intent is for cosmetics to be applied to the human body for cleansing, beautifying, attractiveness, or altering the appearance without affecting the body's structure. Young girls need to take caution when wearing a lot of make up at this stage. Keep it simple. Keep the face as natural as possible.

You can get a cellphone if your parents would allow you to have a cellphone. If they say no, don't go into a frenzy and scream at them. Ask them calmly what their objection is. Don't respond with a "But that's so unfair!" Simply say that you think that is a reasonable worry, but I will take care of it in this way.
If you believe something is right, do it. If your parents still don't seem to believe in you, prove to them that you are capable and deserving of their trust. Thinking and planning won't get anyone far; you have to get out there and show them just who you are and why they should trust you.

Answer 2

Sounds to me like your parents don't want you to wear make-up and/or have a cell phone.

I am not for a 12 year old wearing makeup. I think you should be 14 or 15 before you start doing that.

As for the cell phone, I don't think there is anything wrong with that. You may have to bargain with your parents. Show them the good reasons for you having a cell phone.( emergencies, etc) Let them know you will be responsible with it ( ie: not waste minutes) Maybe you could get them to let you try having a pre-paid cell phone as a start and then when you can show them that you can be responsible with it they might add you to their plan.

Answer 3

i am 12 turning 13 in a couple months & i have been wearing makeup for 2 years so yes u should wear makeup. & yes to the cell phone u & me r just at the same age when we start going to a lot of sports & hanging out with our friends in public we should have cell phones!!!!!!!!!!!

Answer 4

I agree with Aimee. I'm twelve too, turning thirteen next month, and I would say keep it low on th emakeup and just go for the minimal amount of lip gloss, mascara and eyeliner. There is no need for blush when us kids run around outside at recess! You COULD try eyeshadow, but guys at our age are immatue and might think you got punched in the eye or something retarded like that.

As for the cell, not necessary. Someone had an example about basketball during the winter, I think, and she really needed to call- use the school phone. Besides, how are you going to get away with it? For long trips and such ( I went to Quebec) I brought my cell (yes, I have one), but it's truly a pain in the butt to watch your minutes and crap.

Think about it.

Do you really need it?

You could spend your money on other things like clothes, or accesories!

Answer 5

I wouldnt recomind you wearing makeup yet. maybe lip gloss but thats it. you don't want to hide your beauty. wait a little bit before you start using makeup.

If you think you are mature enough to get a cell phone, then by all means, do it. Talk to your parents about it. There is a positive side and negative side to it though. Positive: You can show your parents maturity. Negative: if you mistreat the phone (going over minutes, too many calls) then your parents are going to punish you or it might make you look like you aren't ready to be a mature young adult.

Have fun with your teen years.

They go by so fast.
Take care.

:)

Answer 6

You can wear make-up but not too much! Think about all the years you still have ahead of you where you might actually HAVE to wear make-up so now you should maybe enjoy the time when it is not at all necessary!

A cell phone can be a handy thing but will also eat into your pocket-money considerably, maybe you should get one which you don't actually use to call your friends all the time but that you carry with you in case your parents need to locate you or in case of an emergency.

Answer 7

Wear makeup if you want to. But don't go extreme unless your on a date. As for a cell, yes! I don't have one and I'm 11 but I really want one. They are so helpful believe me. I went on a trip by myself and I took my Grandaddys cell and it helped a ton. Back to makeup, go neutral with it to match skin. I recommend a little eye shadow IF the space is big between your eye and your eyebrow. Lipgloss is a must, now lipstick 'till your 13. Definately get acne cream and face washing soap. I reccommmend Clearasil or Proactive. You can use blush, but not too much. For the brands of makeup I would reccommend Clinique. But that's your choice. Good luck. :)

Answer 8

u should not wear makeup at age 12. im 13 and i dont wear makeup. a cell phone would b better then makeup

Answer 9

I can't believe that yur 12 and a half and you dont wear make up or have a cell ive been wearing make up since i was about 9 and and ive had a cell since as long as i can remember

Answer 10

depends i was 12 1/2 when i started wearing make-up but for my birthday i got a cellie and the thing is i need it i have basketball in winter and if it gets canceled and rescheduled then i need to call my parents and tell them and yes i know some1 in your position she is on 10th grade and no cell phone cause she lives a mile or less from school! so she doesnt need 1 get out of school 2 30 and home in 10 15 minutes not bad no need cell phone

Answer 11

okay first off im 14 . i started to wear make-up when i was about 12 maybe. BUt i only wore mascara and lip gloss u dont need much more than that.

and as for the cell phone ur not in high school yet so i dont see as u need one. when i was in 7th grade (im guessing thats what grade ur in) most kids didnt need a cell phone

i know it doesnt seem fair but ull understand once ur older