Help! Starting to Doubt Myself

Dec 28, 2011

Kimberly T.

Hello, I've been into make up for about a year now. I work with a bunch of females and have many friends. I'm plus size and very pretty. I never EVER get compliments on my make up. Starting to think I may not be good at it? I think most of it looks nice on myself. But you would think some where over the past year I might get a compliment? Maybe I'm doing something wrong, or I should just give up  :(

Dec 28, 2011

Latia C.

Don't doubt yourself honey! Most people won't give a verbal compliment; many will just glance at your makeup and keep it moving with their day. I've been there before. Don't let a lack of a compliment make you feel like you're doing something wrong or that you should give up. Wear your makeup because you KNOW it looks good, whether someone comes up and confirms that for you or not. If you honestly feel like you're not doing it right, then continue to practice. My best advice is keep your confidence high; when you know something looks well on you, you don't need anyone else's approval.

Dec 31, 2011

Nia W.

NEVER give up ! Especially when it comes to doing something you ENJOY . I've noticed that some people aren't "complimenting people " . So they don't give you compliments you feel that you deserve but ultimately you wear it to please yourself . The best compliments are the ones you give yourself anyway . stay beautiful .

Dec 31, 2011

Dawn M.

Never do something for yourself in hopes of gaining compliments from others... Put make up on to make you feel good about yourself, or feel more glamourous. Don't put it on because you want compliments. You're beautiful either way. <3

Dec 31, 2011

Soma S.

Maybe you're wearing the same look daily and it's become "normal" to the people around you? Change it up, or better yet - take a break from makeup and let your skin breathe a few days... once the makeup reappears, people can see the difference and notice easier? Idk... just felt like offering up a bit of different advice.

I don't expect compliments from my makeup, but when I do get the compliment, it does throw me off guard when I realize I am flattered by it. I wear it to make myself happy, but I'll admit it is nice when you do get noticed.

If you are looking for tips and feedback, you can always start a FOTD [face/foto of the day] thread to get it noticed. Beautylishers are always willing to help and offer advice if you're looking for it! Good luck!

Dec 31, 2011

Cameron R.

Most of us wear makeup to look our best or better, so I think innately we would not comment towards somebody else's makeup in fear of making you feel like it looks unnatural or obvious. I always notice a girls makeup or boys makeup if they are wearing it, and if I have ever commented towards it I would just say they had great skin, or their eyes looked great. People notice, I promise you!

Dec 31, 2011

Angela W.

Just start asking people if they like it. Of course they're going to say YES, unless they're a complete a-hole. And even though you're having to ask, you'll get the affirmation you're looking for. And PS- it's OK to need affirmation, everyone needs it too. We ask for it alll the time without even realizing it. Since when did it become such a crime to ask for what we need anyways?

On the flip side, if someone gives you some feedback about how you could improve the look (assuming this is someone that might actually KNOW what they're talking about), you get some tips on how to do what your'e doing even better.

But most importantly here, how about we all stop caring (just a teeeeny bit- I know it's impossible not to care at all) what anyone else thinks and just enjoy the fact that we like something for ourselves. At the end of the day that's what really matters anyways.

Dec 31, 2011

Kimberly T.

Thanks for all the lovely advise! I guess I was looking for comments because I'm still new at make up. I try a different look everyday hoping to get it right and some one to notice. But I guess staying confident is my only true solution.You guys are amazing and thank you so much for helping me with this.

Apr 20, 2012

Danielle C.

AT KIMBERLY...DNT GET FRUSTRATED... I FELT THE SAME WAY CAUSE I POSTED PICS ON HERE AND FB AND NO ONE COMMENTED YET BUT I COULD CARE LESS! I WOULD LIKE FEEDBACK WHETHER GOOD OR BAD. LIKE ANGELA SAID ONLY IF THE PERSON KNOWS WHAT THEY ARE TALKIN ABT! SO STAY POSITIVE AND KEEP PRACTICING! 

Apr 21, 2012

Mish N.

I think its important to be self-critical with your own work. If you look in the mirror and think this looks okay....then you'll probs not receive many compliments. If you think wow this looks amazing, you'll possible get more? I think its important to wear what suits you most. Also if you want your friends to notice, make sure you do something weird/try something new/experiment.

I play around with my makeup everyday at uni, I get compliments/friends mention my makeup because I tend to go for really bright colors generally. However, if i'm fooling around and think meh, I tend to wipe it all away and start over.

However, as most people here already said, most people will NOT compliment on it. & I don't get people saying things everyday necessarily. Don't take things to heart, just trust your instincts <3

Apr 21, 2012

Heather H.

Like most have said here, people rarely compliment makeup. They're more likely to talk about hair than makeup. The only time I get compliments on my makeup is when I wear pretty dramatic unique looks, but that can also draw negative attention as well (although very rare).

It should be all about how makeup makes you feel, not about how it makes others feel. ^_^