The teen years can be awkward no matter who you are and what you’re going through. Many high schoolers have a tough time finding their identity, but those trials become even more challenging when you add in new pressures like dating, school, and social media. Something as simple as wearing makeup to look your best may seem trivial to some adults, but for many young people, it can be an intimidating and nerve-wracking experience.

Practice Makes Perfect

When you were a teenager, you likely started out with a few small steps before building up to putting on makeup regularly. So it’s important for your child to do the same. This can help to reduce the pressure that may go along with wearing makeup for the first time. In fact, many teens will practice as something like a ritual, especially when they’re first trying it out. This allows them to explore their style and discover what makeup works best for them. It also can help them feel more empowered and confident with their own identities. This is a great way to start a conversation about what your teen uses to put on makeup and why. Be open to feedback. Remember, this is something that is completely new to your son or daughter, and they may not know what they like or what looks best. Your teen may ask you for feedback or tips on which colors or types of makeup they should use. Remember to be supportive and open to their preferences. Teens can be sensitive about this part of their lives, so it’s important to be respectful of their choices.

A Little Goes a Long Way

Many teens will try to use makeup because they feel like they have to. They have the idea that they need to look a certain way or have makeup on in order to fit in with their peers or attract a date. If your teen is feeling a lot of pressure to buy makeup or apply it, it’s important to give them a reality check. Make sure they don’t go overboard and try to use makeup too often. This can be hard for a parent to watch and not step in, but it is vitally important for the teen to learn to use makeup in moderation and for the right reasons. It may be a good idea to sit down with them and discuss why they would like to wear makeup and what they hope to get out of it. It’s also important to discuss the cost of makeup and that some brands are more expensive than others. Makeup is not necessary to look beautiful, but it can be fun and helpful in some ways depending on the day.

Start lip gloss collection and Build From There

Something a lip gloss collection is something many teens will try first when they’re exploring makeup. It’s easy to put on, and many brands come in a wide range of colors, so it’s easy to find the right one for you. It can also be a good way to ease into putting on makeup without feeling like you have to go all out. It’s important for your teen to understand that this is a small part of the overall makeup routine. After your teen has found a lip gloss they like, be sure to let them know how to apply it. Let them know to start with a clean, moisturized lip and use their pinky finger or a lip brush to apply the gloss. The important thing is to show them how to do it correctly and safely. After your teen has a lip gloss in their collection, it’s important to let them know that there are several other makeup products that they can add to their collection. These may include eye shadows, blush, lipsticks, and other products. Let them know that there are many different types of makeup and they can choose which ones they would like to have in their collection.

Bottom Line

The teen years are an exciting time, but they can be challenging too. While many teens want to fit in and feel accepted by their peers, others are more concerned with self-expression. If your teen wants to wear makeup, it’s important to let them know that this is their decision and they don’t have to justify it to anyone. At the same time, it’s important to set reasonable and safe guidelines for how and when they can wear makeup. It’s also important for parents to be open to their teens’ feedback on makeup. Your child may have an opinion about what type of makeup they want to use, and you should listen to what they have to say. This can help them feel empowered and confident in their choices, which is something that is essential for any teen.