How to Apply Makeup Without Your Parents Noticing

Step-by-Step Guide

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   Step 1: Develop a healthy mindset.

   Think about why your parents don't want you wearing makeup, and think deeply about why you want to. Know that your parents mean well, but that it isn't your duty to obey them unconditionally.
   
   Have a conversation with your parents and tell them why you want to wear makeup (e.g. improving self-esteem, feeling beautiful, motivating your dreams, etc.).
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   Step 2: During Halloween or other holidays where you wear costumes

   If your parents question your reasons, simply tell them it's for your costume.
   
   You won't be lying! , Learn what matches your skin.
   
   If you get to a good, quality department store, ask at the cosmetics counter if you can get some tips. , Your parents were your age once, too.
   
   They know you are going to use it.
   
   They want to see it used responsibly. ,,, Use the tip of the applier.
   
   Make sure that the shade isn't too dark though, otherwise you'll be WAY too obvious or you'll look like you have huge circles under your eyes. , The Revlon Colorstay® is perfect.
   
   If you can't get any lip gloss, cherry lip balm is nice too. , Make sure to take it off right after school.
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   Step 3: buy some makeup that fits your costume.

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   Step 4: Go easy.

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   Step 5: Don't go out of your way to hide makeup.

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   Step 6: Apply a light amount of eyeshadow to your eyelids.

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   Step 7: Apply a little bit of mascara as well

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   Step 8: but don't overdo it.

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   Step 9: Put a small amount of eyeshadow under the eye

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    Step 10: like eyeliner.

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    Step 11: Use a small amount of lipgloss.

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    Step 12: Hide the makeup in your backpack or purse

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    Step 13: and apply it after you arrive at school.

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