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What's wrong with your own beautiful, natural skin tone?

prettyamiable — Thu, 07 Aug 2014 02:55:21 GMT

I don't understand the faux tan craze. A couple of hosts slather it on. They look like old, sun beaten, wooden tables. There is nothing prettier than your own natural skin tone. All you need is SPF lotion.

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september — Thu, 07 Aug 2014 04:01:12 GMT

Nothing is wrong with it. But most women wear makeup of some type that they feel enhances and improves what they've already got. Do you wear any lip gloss, lipstick, etc on your lips? If so, I have to ask "What's wrong with your natural lip tone?"

Do you wear mascara? If so..."what's wrong with your natural lash length?" If you don't wear any cosmetics...good for you...my sister doesn't and she always looks nice.

It's a personal choice. I don't criticize anyone who does, or doesn't.

Re: What's wrong with your own beautiful, natural skin tone?

sylviahomeatlast — Thu, 07 Aug 2014 04:28:27 GMT

I don't put fox tan on my face---just make-up---I put fox tan on my legs and arms---I am SUPER pale---sometimes I go out sans make-up and people ask if I'm all right. )

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occasionalrain — Thu, 07 Aug 2014 04:33:08 GMT

What looks appealing to one is unattractive to another.

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stilltamn8r — Thu, 07 Aug 2014 05:57:24 GMT

i know many tan people who do not look like old sun beaten wooden tables...

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voyager1980 — Thu, 07 Aug 2014 05:59:30 GMT

On 8/6/2014 september said:
Nothing is wrong with it. But most women wear makeup of some type that they feel enhances and improves what they've already got. Do you wear any lip gloss, lipstick, etc on your lips? If so, I have to ask "What's wrong with your natural lip tone?"

Do you wear mascara? If so..."what's wrong with your natural lash length?" If you don't wear any cosmetics...good for you...my sister doesn't and she always looks nice.

It's a personal choice. I don't criticize anyone who does, or doesn't.

Great answer !

Re: What's wrong with your own beautiful, natural skin tone?

moonstone dunes — Thu, 07 Aug 2014 06:04:10 GMT

My question is why do we women feel the need to apply skin colored liquid on our faces. Once upon a time women used a powder compact and a lipstick and that was makeup.

I do use foundation but not every day. Just curious.

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occasionalrain — Thu, 07 Aug 2014 06:24:39 GMT

I use tinted moisturizer with an spf something to protect my fair skin from sun damage. Suntans don't appeal to me but I don't fault those for whom they do appeal.

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AngelPuppy1 — Thu, 07 Aug 2014 11:26:04 GMT

I wouldn't use liquid makeup at all if it weren't for broken caps and redness and other issues like this. I am very fair and don't use makeup to try to change the color of my complexion. If I had really good skin, I wouldn't use makeup. I'd probably use a dab of powder to just cut the shine. I envy people with good even skin-tone.

I think people who have natural tans and don't have to struggle to get them, look beautiful. I envy those who are able to acquire a nice golden glow to their arms and legs. It's lovely.

I, however, cannot, and am very fair. I have accepted it,and that is that.

I have no problem with anyone who wants to use faux tanning. I have done it in the past. Although I think it is a pain to mess with!

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luvdoodles — Thu, 07 Aug 2014 11:51:55 GMT

I used to use a self tanner on my chest, arms and legs, but was never crazy about the results and it was a pain to do. I have finally decided that I am ok with my natural color. I do wear foundation, but not everyday, only if I am going out. I have broken caps also. I did discover Sally Hansen air brush make-up for legs and I really like that. They don't look tanned just evens out the my skin tone and no smell. I really don't see too many people sporting a tan now a days. Just the younger girls.

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~moxie~ — Thu, 07 Aug 2014 13:20:55 GMT

I only wear makeup when I am not going anywhere except I do use blush all the time. I have fair skin. I do use foundation when I am out. All my life I use plain ole soap and water on my face and follow it with Lancôme moisturizer. I have very few wrinkles.

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151949 — Thu, 07 Aug 2014 13:45:35 GMT

I don't think anything looks as bad as those orangy faux tans.

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Luv2Decorate — Thu, 07 Aug 2014 14:05:50 GMT

I've never worn a base on my face. I don't need it. We are outside a lot and I tan because of it, fortunately I have good skin and very few wrinkles.

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------ — Thu, 07 Aug 2014 14:09:59 GMT

On 8/6/2014 september said:
Nothing is wrong with it. But most women wear makeup of some type that they feel enhances and improves what they've already got. Do you wear any lip gloss, lipstick, etc on your lips? If so, I have to ask "What's wrong with your natural lip tone?"

Do you wear mascara? If so..."what's wrong with your natural lash length?" If you don't wear any cosmetics...good for you...my sister doesn't and she always looks nice.

It's a personal choice. I don't criticize anyone who does, or doesn't.

Re: What's wrong with your own beautiful, natural skin tone?

Phantom41 — Thu, 07 Aug 2014 15:10:27 GMT

On 8/6/2014 moonstone dunes said:
My question is why do we women feel the need to apply skin colored liquid on our faces. Once upon a time women used a powder compact and a lipstick and that was makeup.

I do use foundation but not every day. Just curious.

Because makeup has evolved from the 40's, 50's & 60's when a powder compact was probably the best option. Why not use something that goes on better and looks more natural to even out skin tone. No need to look dated when there are so many newer options. That's why I do it!

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QueenDanceALot — Thu, 07 Aug 2014 15:22:28 GMT

I use a bb cream with a physical 30 SPF as my foundation. I just like how it looks on me much better than any foundation I've tried. They all seem too heavy.

I'm pretty fair and am not a fan of faux tanning. It can look nice at first (if it doesn't turn orange), but it doesn't wear well, the upkeep is a nuisance, there's the problem of the color settling in elbows, knuckles and knees, and then there's that awful telltale smell.

I embrace my natural color and just try to keep my skin in the best condition possible.

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straykatz — Thu, 07 Aug 2014 15:24:11 GMT

Faux tans always look fake...some more than others.....but I agree it's a personal choice.

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QueenDanceALot — Thu, 07 Aug 2014 15:30:13 GMT

On 8/7/2014 Phantom41 said:
On 8/6/2014 moonstone dunes said:
My question is why do we women feel the need to apply skin colored liquid on our faces. Once upon a time women used a powder compact and a lipstick and that was makeup.

I do use foundation but not every day. Just curious.

Because makeup has evolved from the 40's, 50's & 60's when a powder compact was probably the best option. Why not use something that goes on better and looks more natural to even out skin tone. No need to look dated when there are so many newer options. That's why I do it!

My mother wore Revlon 'Love Pat' powder in the compact and "Love that Red" lipstick.

I can still smell that powder. I always wanted to try it on when I was little.

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Topaz Gem — Thu, 07 Aug 2014 15:32:54 GMT

I think women should do what makes them feel good. As a very fair individual, I choose to wear makeup and apply faux tan because I look and feel better. I don't do it to gain approval from anyone else.

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terrier3 — Thu, 07 Aug 2014 15:35:27 GMT

Being too pale doesn't look good on TV. It's the same with highlights.

Pretty subtle highlights get ""lost"" on TV...which is why so many on-air people have very distinct highlights that might look a little garish in person