When is it ok for a 12 year-old daughter to wear MAKE-UP?
Asking for mom and dad opinions.
Answer:
fake nails is way too soon.
The ONLY thing that may be appropriate at that age is a little lip gloss. And when I say little I mean a little. I have seen young girls that looked as though they were drinking Wesson oil.
12? Id say clear mascara and lipgloss.
light make up is fine.
I also think it's too soon. have you seen kids these days? there are 12 yr olds dressing like they're 18!! it's so weird
It is normal, give her some light blush, clear mascara & tinted lip gloss. If she does well with that allow the nails in a year
12 years old is too young for alot of make up! Give her some nice lipgloss that's about it. Fake nails is ehhh it depends on what they're like.
I would say that if you're uncomfortable, start slowly. Let her pick one thing she wants to wear, such as lip gloss. You can then add extras periodicly (monthly...) until you want to stop.
Unless it is for the acting in the school play or for Halloween, then tell her to wait until she is 15.
Sorry, I am not a mom. But, I am an aunt, and I think 12 is too young to wear make-up. Playing with her girlfriends around the house is okay. But, going to school and other public places is too much. Make up makes young girls look older and more mature. A 12 year old doesn't need to look older..especially in these times. At 12, fake nails would be okay, but anything else is too much.
when a mom feels most comfortable, then generally it's time. make-up will help her feel more confident, and she may even start acting more mature (in a good way). but i'd definitely start her off light first. tinted moisturizer (not foundation) brown mascara, pale, fleshy-toned eye-shadow (if any), etc. these will make her feel more comfortable, while not being overdone, and you will be the good, cool, responsible father.
There comes a time when a girl wants to wear make-up to look all pretty and so on. But for a twelve year old she can wear fake nails and light make-up shes almost a teenager. But when i was her age i didnt need makeup at all, I like my face and i dont need anything to cover it wth something else. Dont worry make sure her light make up is not noticable because she can be caught in school wearing it same with fake nails. It is OK but ,aybe a little older because shes still young.
12's too young. she needs to understand that she is still a child and not an adult. she might hate you now but when she gets older she'll thank you and understand why you wouldn't let her.
Light make-up like lip gloss, is fine..
Kids these days are growing up fast.
The last thig you want is your daughter looking like the pre-teen I saw today, boob tube, mini skirt and a face full of make up, not just lipstick and eyeshadow, but red blush, mascarra the whole thing.. It was just... disgusting..
If you're comfortable enough with pale colors, let er wear them.. Just make sure she doesn't over do it..
As for the fake nails, probably not. Tell her if she want nails, to grow her own :P
a little lipgloss and eyeshadow should be fine. However, fake nails can totally ruin her real nails and are supposed to be only for special times like parties. Nail polish should be fine for a12 year old, unless of course the idea is to look like a whore.
I think makeup that makes her feel good - I light lip gloss, a blush shade of eye shadow and a little light mascara is OK for a 12 year old. Just something light so it makes her feel she is wearing something, but where you would have to look and do a double take to wonder if she was wearing make up or not.
Fake nails seems like a little much for a twelve year old. In fact I would not let my daughter wear them unless she had a job to support the nails. That can get very expensive! They can also get in the way of an active girl. However, she could go for an occasional manicure that might make her feel more grown up.
It's hard to see your little girl grow up, isn't it? You sound like a caring dad. Good luck to you and your family.
Not on a daily basis - maybe when you go out as a bit of fun. Like some glitter or lip gloss but definately wouldn't let her wear foundation or anything !!
Yeah, it is. She needs to know that she is not little anymore. (well, she knows that but she thinks you dont!) She needs to know that you let her make her own choices! Besides, only one more year until the troubled teens! You need to let her get into that stuff now!
I dont believe that clear makeup is too vulgar for a 12 year old but just make sure that she realizes that wearing makeup comes with responsibilty
Light makeup only, slight powder and lip gloss.
The nails..are you talking about acrylic or press on nails? She is too young for acrylic unless it is for a one time event, acrylics are too harsh for young nails. The press on kind would be better for her age. If she really likes longer nails let me suggest buying her some Sally Hansen's hard as nails, nail polish, this stuff really works to strengthen your nails and she can grow her own. This polish comes in clear with a slightly pink tint and bright colors also, her age I wouldn't use anything dark or bright.
Fake nails if wore over a long period will smother the real nail and if not properly taken care of can cause fungus and other problems. If she wants to try them just be sure to monitor the length of time left on, if wore for a week then remove for a week and teach how to properly manicure her nails.
At her age a lot of times they just want to try it, usually because a friend is.
Good Luck
well my mom did not let me to i was 13 but when i have my baby girl ill let her age like 12 or 13 but i think light is okay but you should show her how to first.
I too have a little girl. She is just 6yrs old now, but for pictures and sometimes on Sunday I let her wear powder and lipgloss. At 12 years old, I would probably let her wear powder and lipgloss, my girlfriend lets her daughter wear lite blue eyeshadow too. BUT... once she let mallory wear a little make up, now she doesn't want to. You might turn out this lucky too! For sure I would let her have a Mary Kay facial, or a Clinique facial, because she needs to learn how to cleanse her face first and formost. Even though she is 12, this is the only skin she gets, wrinkles start now. At 31 I'm doing okay, but I had good women in my family to teach me. Dad, it's up to you! Good luck.
16 very light
Dad, hold on. Appreciate this, next she will be asking for your car keys and that she will see you in the morning. She can start wearing makeup in moderation with your approval and the mothers now, as long as it is not too heavy. She is probably noticing boys and they her. Her friends are probably already starting to wear makeup and she just wants to feel pretty too! You will always have your little girl as you will always be her hero and role model. Give her some freedom and space, as long as it is conservative, or it will backfire on you.
I'm a fourteen year old girl and i still just wear the barest of make up but if your daughter thinks its alright and it is only light make up then i don't see why not so long as she don't get carried away and packs it on
LIght makeup is fine to me.
I have a 12 year old, and she occasionally wears clear lip gloss and a light coloured nail polish (only if she is out with her friends-never to school)
Light make up is fine...lip gloss, & clear mascara...the nails are fine also just when she gets them done have them cut really short and natural looking. If you do let her do things set rules with them. Let her know she is still and child and not grown...not saying that she is going to act different but just incase. Use this a reward system and if she acts up take it away from her. Good luck with the preteen stage!
ask eminem - "You tell me that my tape taught 'em to swear. What about the make up you allow your 12 year-old daughter to wear"
im 12 and it seems like no one remembers what it was like when they were 12. were not some immature little kids. were almost teenagers. I wear eyeliner and mascara sometimes... always lip gloss or chapstick. I dont like fake nail nor am i aloud to have them bcaz they can affect your nail. nail polish is just finee though.. i wore it when i was 5! If your really worried about her go shopping with her and but her a tan/nude eyeshadow. Maybe a brownish mascare and eyeliner (browns look more natural) and maybe a tinted lipglosss. If she wants some blush a light pink would do just fine. Just make sure she understands she has to wash it off. Get her some eyemakeup remover while your at the store too. good luck
I'm 14 and I have worn make-up since I was 12, so your daughter isn't too young. She's got to experiment sometime.
If you ask me I would forbid her from wearing makeup and fake nails at all. It's not going to do her any good. Plus makeup dries out the skin.
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