Should christian girls wear makeup?

[silverdawn]

Should christian girls wear makeup?

[ThePhenomenalCrack]

Yeah why not?

[Catholic Wife]

GIRLS - I don't think so (but I'm a prude and don't think children/girls should go around looking like adults)

WOMEN - that is their choice (but too much makeup or the wrong application can send the wrong signal to those around you)

[AmandaLynn1288]

I think that it is definitely okay to where make-up, as long as you are at a decent age to start wearing it. I don't think there is anything wrong with beauty.

[Reyanah]

Just because you're a Christian doesn't mean you have to live like a hermit...God loves color and make up is ok...just don't go try to paint up and look like the hooker on Hollywood and Vine is all. Keep it in moderation...same with clothing...

[soulsearching1]

I agree- as long as the make-up is tasteful and "natural" looking, I don't see a problem.

And to be completely honest, in the professional world, you'll look more pulled together, especially if you don't have perfectly smooth, perfectly even skin. Some women can get away with no make-up at all, but I know VERY few. It's just a classier look on the job, especially in the corporate work environment.

[Gwen'sMom]

I think the beginning of high school is a decent time for a girl to begin wearing makeup. She would be lucky if she could be shown how to wear it properly though.

[.chrys.]

1 corinthians 10:31 Whether therefore ye eat, or drink, or whatsoever ye do, do all to the glory of God.

Wearing makeup is a personal choice. The person deciding should simply ask her/himself: is this choice a choice in which I am glorifying God? If yes, then by all means, do it. If not, refrain from the doing.

~Witness

[TrustingmyLord]

I agree with just about everyone else - yes, as long as its not overdone.

My husband and I have 3 daughters. Our oldest is almost 14. The rule is, no makeup till 16. BUT... our daughter has acne, and we let her wear powder and light lip gloss. There is a chance we may slowly incorperate makup, perhaps before 16, but a little at a time.

I think the problem is, many young girls wear makeup in an attempt to look older. Thats not good. You should be young as long as you can. Also, the Bible talks about modesty and not being like the world, so I believe it should always be done in moderation.

[twistedsketch]

There's nothing immodest about makeup. It's fine.

[heymikey80]

Should christian girls wear makeup?
I'll tell ya, I met someone who couldn't wear makeup on doctor's orders a few days ago.

I wondered to myself why she had covered up the beauty under that makeup.

I suspect this can be a mask to stay behind.

There are good reasons to use makeup. I don't have a problem with people doing so (else I'd have to leave the world!). But there's so much of it out there that seems to be going to wrong purposes.

Examine your purposes carefully. Examine the effect of your makeup carefully on your friends and church. Decide wisely.

[Dace]

"Your beauty should not come from outward adornment, such as braided hair and the wearing of gold jewelry and fine clothes. Instead it should be that of your inner self, the unfading beauty of a gentle and quiet spirit, which is of the greatest worth in Gods sight." 1 peter 3:3-4

This does not mean that you should not wear make-up or nice clothes, but it does mean that true beauty (of the spirit) is much more important. We should be careful not to be seduced by the materialism of the world.

[sistakrista]

I HAVE HEARD MORE THAN ONE PASTOR PREACH ON THIS, TELLING WIVES TO MAKE THE EFFORT TO BE AS BEAUTIFUL AS POSSIBLE, FOR THEIR HUSBANDS.

I THINK "GIRLS," SHOULD BE A BIT MORE MODEST. I THINK @ ABOUT 16 IS WHEN MAKEUP IS OKAY.

TOO YOUNG, YOU RISK INTERFERING WITH YOUR SKIN'S NATURAL DEVELOPMENT & YOU START TO GET DEPENDENT ON IT.

[TiaLola]

I do believe that women can wear makeup, but there is something to be said for modesty. If you aren't thinking of modesty when you're applying your makeup, you have the wrong intentions.

[Lumen]

Just because someone doesn't think about something when they do something doesn't mean they have to wrong intentions.

[bigdAddyweAve423]

I didnt read all the post on this, but in answer to the title: Why Not??

[silverdawn]

I didnt read all the post on this, but in answer to the title: Why Not??

Two big reasons- Modesty and it's changing the way God wanted you to look.

[twistedsketch]

it's changing the way God wanted you to look.

If that were the case, guys shouldn't shave. Nobody should get haircuts either. Combing? That's out. Why don't we logically extend this to the way God intended us to smell, too? Better not use mouthwash or deodorant.

Seriously folks, the only time people are going to run into a problem with changing their looks is when they start getting plastic surgery, and that's not even a hard and fast rule. If somebody gets mangled in a car wreck, by all means let them get the surgery.

Avoiding what the Bible calls sin is hard enough. I don't see why we need to be making additional rules of right and wrong, especially when they're not ours to make.

[bigdAddyweAve423]

Two big reasons- Modesty and it's changing the way God wanted you to look.

I agree with Twisted, I mean dont get me wrong. If you dont want to wear makeup, dont. But, I dont see where it says you are not allowed in the Bible.

[millerrod]

We need to be worried about the condition of our HEART the rest is just a bunch of hoop la !!

[bigdAddyweAve423]

We need to be worried about the condition of our HEART the rest is just a bunch of hoop la !!

Amen!!!

[daisycharm]

I have a friend at church that sells makeup and gives makeovers. She teaches ladies/teens how to put on makeup. Her #1 tip is, it should look even and natural. It should be used to even out skin tone or highlight an area, but for day to day wear, when its put on right, people should wonder, "is her skin that pretty or does she have on makeup?" It should look natural, and like you are not wearing any.

I can rarely tell if she has on makeup. Most of the time it looks like she put on a little mascara and maybe a little eye makeup, and she always looks beautiful.

If she goes out for a special night with her husband or some special event, she will wear a little more makeup.

[ChristianClothes]

Examine your purposes carefully. Examine the effect of your makeup carefully on your friends and church. Decide wisely.

I think this is VERY well said. Even if you don't think it will affect other people, it very well can lead to temptation and more. Besides, I don't see why guys care so much about makeup, it's the person behind it that counts.

[Angeldove97]

I think girls over the age of 12 should be allowed to wear make-up if they are mature enough to understand WHY they want to. I was allowed to wear some make-up when I was in 6th grade, though it was just light make-up, nothing that made me look like a clown or anything. And it was mostly to fix the little problems with my complexion.

Now a days, I wear a bit more make-up, but I'm perfectly fine going out some place in public and not having any on. I'm secure enough in my self-esteem and know I have a great personality that I don't have to wear make-up to attract people to myself.

Young ladies truly need to question themselves on WHY they want to wear make-up (Is it to fix little problems in complexion or because they want male attention or have low self-esteem?) and I think also parents, especially mothers, should make sure they talk to their young ladies about making this decison. There's no need for 3rd grade girl to be wearing make-up at all, for example.

[Angeldove97]

I think this is VERY well said. Even if you don't think it will affect other people, it very well can lead to temptation and more. Besides, I don't see why guys care so much about makeup, it's the person behind it that counts.
That's great to hear from another guy! I know my boyfriend, Sean, truly loves me when he tells me he perfers me without make-up... that I'm more beautiful without it on and how much he adores my personality. ^_^

Ladies look for a Brother like THAT!!!

[iannassah]

Hey there! :wave:
i just read what was on the first page...can't say that i disagree with anyone! What really matters though is what does God say about it......?
"Do not let your adornment be merely outward---arranging the hair, wearing gold, or putting on fine apparel---rather let it be the hidden person of the heart, with the incorruptible beauty of a gentle and quiet spirit, which is very precious in the sight of God. For in this manner, in former times, the holy women who trusted in God also adorned themselves..." 2 Peter 3:3-5

"The Lord bless you and keep you;
The Lord make His face shine upon you,
And be gracious to you;
The Lord Lift up His countenance upon
you,
And give you peace." Numbers 6:24-26

[Choose2wait]

Makeup is something that makes us girls feel beautiful,
and that sure does come in handy for when your growing up, going through things like PMS, and development.

Some makeup might appear to be sleezy, and I don't think one should go that far, as it will probably attract the wrong attention, but makeup itself is something that's fun and very helpful. :)

[Lozza]

Personally I think it's fine to wear makeup from the age of 11 or 12, granting that it isn't just to try and make yourself look older or something.
However, I think it should be subtle, enhancing what God gave you, not completely caking yourself in makeup. :(
I started wearing makeup when I was about 8 I think, but that was just a little bit of lip gloss at school discos, nothing major. I've only really started wearing more over the last year or two, and that's due to silly skin impferfections :P
However, I make it as natural as possible; foundation, mascara and maybe a little blusher most days, like at school. We're only permitted that at my school anyway.
Then if I go out, I might wear eyeliner, eyeshadow and a little lipgloss, still keeping it quite natural-looking.

A last note, even though I forget this myself too often, we have to remember our confidence should be in God, not our appearance. :D

[blackskysurrender]

I agree, as long as it's modest and appropriate looking I see no reason why it would be biblicly incorrect.

[PilgrimChild]

I agree with just about everyone else - yes, as long as its not overdone.

My husband and I have 3 daughters. Our oldest is almost 14. The rule is, no makeup till 16. BUT... our daughter has acne, and we let her wear powder and light lip gloss. There is a chance we may slowly incorperate makup, perhaps before 16, but a little at a time.

I think the problem is, many young girls wear makeup in an attempt to look older. Thats not good. You should be young as long as you can. Also, the Bible talks about modesty and not being like the world, so I believe it should always be done in moderation.
I also think middle-school would be an appropriate time to allow makeup, if the child shows an interest in it (and what teenage girl doesn't, really).

Ironically, it could be the powder and makeup that's making your daughter's acne hang around. I don't know her individual case, but that's a generalisation that may ring true with her.

[adam752]

I don't think it is a religious problem...as long as there is no makeup on your soul...

With that said, I do have a personal issue with makeup...

Someone earlier mentioned that wearing makeup is no different from a haircut, and they might have a point. I however, have always viewed makeup in as a non-grooming practice. I've always thought of makeup as a cover up versus actual grooming. I feel that society, through media, ads, and unfortunately traditional expectations has fueled this desire to hide from others and put up a show. It's not only the girls, but also the guys who put up shows.

Personally, makeup is a super turn off for me. I don't know why but I get this fake feeling when I talk with someone wearing makeup. Actually, a little blemish is reassuring.

-adam

[PilgrimChild]

If only more guys thought like you!

Although I don't think a little makeup is wrong, most of the time I couldn't be bothered with it unless I have an important meeting or appointment. I have a toddler - who has time for makeup!? :D

[Moriah_Conquering_Wind]

I personally don't wear makeup. I just can't be bothered. That doesn't make me any holier than anyone else; it's just how I am.

I think it's just yet another social and cultural thing that is not worth debating over. Just as the kingdom of God is not meat and drink, it's also not dress or hygiene habits. God loves the smelly homeless dude on the street as much as He loves the sharp corporate suit lady with pancake makeup an inch thick on her face. Ain't nobody's business but your own how you want to look. It's between you and the Lord, whether He wants to direct you one way or the other.

One thing I would say is be careful with perfumes because that CAN be other people's business. Many people are allergic and/or hypersensitive to perfumes and if you wear them in the office or in church you are being inconsiderate of them because it can literally give them splitting headaches or make them nauseated. Shouldn't your neighbor's need to not be sick to his stomach or spend the day with a splitting headache take precedence over your whimsical desire to smell like rose petals or whatever??? Please lay off the smells or only use the tiniest daub so that no one else can smell it unless they are hugging you. Those of us with hypersensitivity to chemicals will thank you for not having to spend the day feeling sick just so you can "smell pretty".

[LilLamb219]

One thing I would say is be careful with perfumes because that CAN be other people's business. Many people are allergic and/or hypersensitive to perfumes and if you wear them in the office or in church you are being inconsiderate of them because it can literally give them splitting headaches or make them nauseated.

I agree. Perfumes aggravate my husband's asthma and is one of his triggers. We have to be very careful where we sit at certain places like the theater...even while walking in a store it can be really bad.

[rita727]

I think the beginning of high school is a decent time for a girl to begin wearing makeup. She would be lucky if she could be shown how to wear it properly though.
Very true.

[ArmyGirl88]

It's your choice. As for me I started wearing make-up at an early age. You konw those little make-up kits they have at Wal-Mart? I use to love those! I was all the time buying those and putting them on. Then I stopped. At the age of 10 I started to have to my mom put fondation and powder on me because I had the worst case of acne and major blackheads and it was embarrassing to me to have to go to school looking like a pizza head lol. I'm now 18, but I believe that too many girls are trying to look older and be older so I think the age should be like 15 to start wearing make-up. [ In consideration of bad acne ] Then again, I'm not one to tell someone what they can't or can do.

But like one of the members said, just because you're a christian doesn't mean you have to live like a hermit.

[x0xJesusIsLovex0x]

Well, I think deff. Like not 10 years old, but I mean starting High-School. That's what I think.. But yeahh, girls && women should have the right to wear make-up right?

[Weasel7711]

If you feel like wearing makeup, wear it.

[aldar]

Heck yah they should!
Should men shave and get hair cuts?
thats like asking should women buy nicer clothes?

how some people believe rubbing something on your face that makes your prettier is a sin is beyond my comprehension.
vanity vanity...
you might as well not decorate your home, not wash your car, not groom your dog, not brush or style your hair, not mow your lawn to keep it looking presentable...if wearing make up is vainly wrong.

you always put your best foot forward and do and be your best.. that means looking your best for yourself and so people don't think your a bum and can't or dont care to take care of yourself.
and wearing too much make up my be goofy..but even that isn't wrong.
if a person is addicted to what people think about them thats an issue all by itself... it isn't becuase they wear make up and no longer wearing make up wouldn't change it.
heck ya, it looks good on ya! ;)

[CaptainSly]

Me as a young Christian girl thinks that girls should wear makeup at the age of 18.

[JPPT1974]

Hey I am a Christian but I only
Wear make-up to church or other fancy things
But other than that, I hate wearing make-up!

[MyaShane]

I spent too many years in a denomination that focused too much on their man made traditions and worrying about who followed which ones and how closely and unfortunately only managed to push God to the side and cause many a lot of heartache. I don’t believe the answer (for an issue not clearly defined in the Word) is ever as easy as a “yes” or “no”. If you truly want to do what’s pleasing to the Lord, pray sincerely about it. He’s never lax in giving us the answers we need. You’ll know by how He moves in your heart on this issue. For some of us, we have no problem with it so it’s not much of an issue; for others, they feel a conviction not to wear it. Either way….as long as we’re doing as we should for His glory.

[drifter5]

I think it is a personal conviction and how you feel lead by The Lord.