https://boards.hellobee.com/ Pregnancy, Baby and Parenting blog, by Hellobee en Tue, 14 Apr 2026 06:55:55 +0000 https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/when-will-you-let-your-little-girl-wear-makeup/page/2#post-2520937 Sun, 10 Apr 2016 20:33:23 +0000 Mae 2520937@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>Whenever she wants to I think? I think makeup is fun and artistic. I plan to let her be in charge of her own appearance as long as she is dressed weather-appropriate and covered up enough. I just want her to understand that if she chooses to wear makeup it should be because SHE thinks it is fun and not because she feels like she needs it to be pretty/good enough. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/when-will-you-let-your-little-girl-wear-makeup/page/2#post-2520928 Sun, 10 Apr 2016 20:15:26 +0000 pastemoo 2520928@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@Mrs. Cat in the Cradle:<br /> 2 ? Being that she is my kid, I doubt she would ever want to wear it for more than play, but if she does I'll want to play it by ear. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/when-will-you-let-your-little-girl-wear-makeup/page/2#post-2520921 Sun, 10 Apr 2016 19:53:37 +0000 Finfan 2520921@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I have 2 daughters and I'm not sure I would put a hard age on it. I started wearing makeup around 12 but never very much or even every day. I still have a very minimal routine. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/when-will-you-let-your-little-girl-wear-makeup/page/2#post-2520914 Sun, 10 Apr 2016 19:25:59 +0000 FaithFertility 2520914@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I dont think I will press makeup or make it an issue.... when she brings it up, I think I'll assess then! I don't wear much, so hoping she follows, but I know makeup can definitely boost your confidence in those acne teen years so I am not opposed! </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/when-will-you-let-your-little-girl-wear-makeup/page/2#post-2520901 Sun, 10 Apr 2016 19:06:10 +0000 Alba4 2520901@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@Mrs. Tiger: That little girl was 4 or 5!!!That is a bit much for me! </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/when-will-you-let-your-little-girl-wear-makeup/page/2#post-2520838 Sun, 10 Apr 2016 16:41:43 +0000 erinpye 2520838@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I started wearing it in 7th grade, so somewhere around there. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/when-will-you-let-your-little-girl-wear-makeup/page/2#post-2520718 Sun, 10 Apr 2016 10:42:01 +0000 Rockies11 2520718@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I have 2 girls and I don't think I care at all. I wouldn't put it on them, but if they were interested I would take them to Sephora or one of those make-up classes so they could learn how to use it properly, since I don't really know how to. My 2.5 year old uses my make-up brushes and paints her nails and toenails a lot and I have never even thought about limiting that since it's self directed. I don't even know where she learned about nail polish because I don't wear it. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/when-will-you-let-your-little-girl-wear-makeup/page/2#post-2520653 Sun, 10 Apr 2016 07:06:20 +0000 Mrs. Tiger 2520653@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>Old thread revival! </p> <p>I don't have a daughter but I did note one girl in my DS's graduation class (4-5yo) for photo day had on a lot of makeup, including winged eyeliner and pink lipstick. I was pretty surprised by that! She never wears it to school so I'm guessing her mom wanted her to look extra special for pics? </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/when-will-you-let-your-little-girl-wear-makeup/page/2#post-2520641 Sun, 10 Apr 2016 06:01:40 +0000 winniebee 2520641@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I don't have a daughter but I am thinking 13. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/when-will-you-let-your-little-girl-wear-makeup/page/2#post-2520608 Sat, 09 Apr 2016 21:40:58 +0000 NCSUchick27 2520608@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>If I have a daughter at some point I think I would be ok with her wearing it in high school. </p> <p>I have never been that into makeup, and I hardly ever wear it now (only for special occasions). If she shows little interest like I did I definitely won't push it on her. My mom kind of pushed it on me when I was a teen, and it bothered me. I always felt like I looked fine without it. I think my mom just didn't understand my lack of interest. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/when-will-you-let-your-little-girl-wear-makeup/page/2#post-2520604 Sat, 09 Apr 2016 21:16:16 +0000 Torchwood 2520604@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>Basically whenever she wants to. And she can dye her hair, etc. I won't actively encourage make up really ever, but especially not until she's a teen. My mom actually pushed a little on me trying it (I always felt like it was because she thought it was fun, not because she thought I needed it) when I was in... 7th grade? It kind of annoyed me at the time, but I didn't really care. We're probably homeschooling so school rules won't apply. If we're not then she'll follow the rules at school and whatever any other time.</p> <p>And for the record, 100% of this applies if we have a boy later. Their body, their call. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/when-will-you-let-your-little-girl-wear-makeup#post-2520568 Sat, 09 Apr 2016 18:52:42 +0000 hb3233 2520568@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>My mom got me makeup for primary school graduation, so basically beginning of middle school. She told me repeatedly that she regretted not letting me wear makeup earlier (I don't even think I'd asked to) because I looked so much better with mascara, blush, etc. She meant well and I'm sure genuinely felt bad about it, but for years after I really believed that I looked ugly without makeup and should never leave the house without it. Mostly I'm just hoping to avoid a repeat of this, I don't really have a set age in mind... </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/when-will-you-let-your-little-girl-wear-makeup#post-2520536 Sat, 09 Apr 2016 15:45:06 +0000 ShootingStar 2520536@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I'm not going to put any hard and fast rules on it. I hope to teach her age appropriate looks and proper application. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/when-will-you-let-your-little-girl-wear-makeup#post-2520504 Sat, 09 Apr 2016 14:15:24 +0000 catomd00 2520504@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>Whenever she wants at home/on weekends. I don't know if schools have rules about it, but mine did. So middle school probably or depending on what school rules are. i want her to be free to express herself however she feels best, but be mindful towards what is appropriate and when. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/when-will-you-let-your-little-girl-wear-makeup#post-2520438 Sat, 09 Apr 2016 12:07:05 +0000 Alba4 2520438@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>12-13? But I don't have a daughter! </p> <p>I teach middle school and the girls seem to really grow up in 7th. They are in the midst of puberty and many wear light make up by then. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/when-will-you-let-your-little-girl-wear-makeup#post-2520429 Sat, 09 Apr 2016 11:54:54 +0000 caterw 2520429@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@minnie_girl I really do NOT like age inappropriate clothing either! My daughter is two but wears a 3t or 4t and I already see little crop tops and bikini bathing suits in her size! There is absolutely no reason for a little girl to show off her tummy or chest area. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/when-will-you-let-your-little-girl-wear-makeup#post-2520428 Sat, 09 Apr 2016 11:51:28 +0000 caterw 2520428@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I was allowed to wear makeup for dance recitals and plays as soon as I started doing performances (6 or 7?) with the understanding that it was only for shows. I was allowed to do daily cover up and lip gloss in middle school, maybe some extra stuff like *gulp* glitter eyeshadow for school dances. In high school I was allowed to wear whatever makeup I wanted as long as I didn't "look like a raccoon". I'll probably have the same rules for my DD, even though she is already asking for makeup at two! </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/when-will-you-let-your-little-girl-wear-makeup#post-2066105 Thu, 12 Feb 2015 11:03:33 +0000 Peasinapod 2066105@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I just stumbled across this old thread and wanted to add to it! I wore makeup (mascara and blush) from grade 7 on. My mom and sister both don't wear it so I'm not sure where my interest came from. My mom didn't encourage or discourage. I think I'll do the same. In my opinion it's up to her to experiment with her image. Even if she looks silly for a bit. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/when-will-you-let-your-little-girl-wear-makeup#post-208451 Mon, 02 Jul 2012 09:15:08 +0000 regberadaisy 208451@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>15/16 unless it's for acne issues. I'm not a makeup person at all so she won't be exposed to it unless through friends. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/when-will-you-let-your-little-girl-wear-makeup#post-208450 Mon, 02 Jul 2012 09:13:16 +0000 mrsjyw 208450@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>skin stuff, 14?... eyeliner, etc? not til high school/college! </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/when-will-you-let-your-little-girl-wear-makeup#post-208430 Mon, 02 Jul 2012 09:02:23 +0000 MrsTiz 208430@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I like PP's idea of when she gets her period, if not 13-14. Def. not in the "tweenager" years, I think once you're a teenager and in middle school it's fine, in moderation. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/when-will-you-let-your-little-girl-wear-makeup#post-208407 Mon, 02 Jul 2012 08:25:41 +0000 mrs. bird 208407@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@Minnie_Girl: I like the idea of doing when she gets her period! It could be a girl day! Like mani/pedi, lunch, and a make up lesson. Sounds like a really sweet way to bond over 'becoming a woman' :) </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/when-will-you-let-your-little-girl-wear-makeup#post-208399 Mon, 02 Jul 2012 08:19:43 +0000 Minnie_Girl 208399@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>When she gets her period maybe we'll pick some makeup out, as a way to sweeten the transition from girl to woman. I can't stand seeing little preteens flouncing around in raccoon eyes and booty shorts. Awful. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/when-will-you-let-your-little-girl-wear-makeup#post-208392 Mon, 02 Jul 2012 08:07:06 +0000 MsLipGloss 208392@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I started wearing makeup at 13 . . . I think it was just a little mascara, lip gloss, and pressed powder (for fancier occasions, like going to church -- I totally wanted to be able to *powder my nose*!). I would definitely allow butterbean to do the same, if she's interested. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/when-will-you-let-your-little-girl-wear-makeup#post-208202 Sun, 01 Jul 2012 20:08:56 +0000 Mrs. Oatmeal 208202@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I didn't start wearing it until I was 13, and for ages it was only cover up. I think we'll stick to the same rule for our kids, unless there is a skin issue that makes them self conscious. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/when-will-you-let-your-little-girl-wear-makeup#post-208098 Sun, 01 Jul 2012 18:28:43 +0000 HLK208 208098@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I think as long as she has some make-up lessons from a pro then probably 12. I just want her to know that moderation is key. I'll definitely teach her good skin care/grooming (keeping neat) at a young age though. Oh and no eye-liner/dark eye make-up until 16! I'll never forget being in 4th grade and seeing girls wear eyeliner to school! Ridiculous. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/when-will-you-let-your-little-girl-wear-makeup#post-208077 Sun, 01 Jul 2012 17:51:19 +0000 Mrs. Pen 208077@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>My mom didn't let me start until I was 16 and I was pretty upset about it. I wanted to at 13. But now I look at 13 year olds wearing makeup and they look like little girls, so I think I may have my daughter (if I have one) wait until she's 16... maybe. we'll see when the time comes. I think it also depends on her personality. If she is obsessed with looks and vanity, then I may hold off. But if, like some pp's said, it's more for facial issues I would be more forgiving. I had awful acne as a teen too and I would hate for my DD to feel like she can't leave the house because she's so embarrassed by her skin. </p> <p>Also, for dance recitals and very special occasions I would allow it earlier. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/when-will-you-let-your-little-girl-wear-makeup#post-208027 Sun, 01 Jul 2012 15:25:51 +0000 Rainbow Sprinkles 208027@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>Probably 7th grade, because that is when I remember starting to have interest in wearing makeup. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/when-will-you-let-your-little-girl-wear-makeup#post-207969 Sun, 01 Jul 2012 12:55:37 +0000 sulli301 207969@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>Maybe in 7th or 8th grade to cover a pimple or some fun bonnie bell lip glosses. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/when-will-you-let-your-little-girl-wear-makeup#post-207964 Sun, 01 Jul 2012 12:46:35 +0000 LuLu Mom 207964@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>13 but I plan on teaching her how to wear it. </p>