10 Reasons All Men Should Explore Makeup

10 Reasons All Men Should Explore Makeup 

Recently, I've started wearing some makeup (that’s me on the left). I don't go full on drag queen, but I do put on some eyeliner here and some face paint there. I even love to throw some glitter on my cheeks. (It never comes off and it gets everywhere, but it’s well worth it.) That said, those are times when I’m trying to serve up a fresh look. However, those aren’t the only times I wear makeup. I also wear makeup (more speci cally, cover up) when my face breaks out or if I have huge bags under my eyes (which is more often that I care to admit). I absolutely LOVE wearing makeup, and to be honest, I wasn’t expecting that I’d enjoy it nearly as much as I do. I really thought I’d try it once, and be like, “Oh… this really isn’t for me,” and then carry on my way. That was far from the case. So here are 10 reasons why every guy should explore wearing makeup!

1. You will stand the f*ck out

When you go out, you want to peacock. More guys will come up and talk to you, simply because it’s easier to start a conversation. “Oh my god, I love your look!” From there, you can actually talk to people and make friends. Since I’ve started hitting the town wearing makeup, I’ve made so many more friends. I know it’s ridiculous to say, but it’s true. 

2. You’re giving a big middle finger to gender norms 

Maybe it’s just me, but I love a good gender bending - a big ol’ F U to gender norms. Makeup is just that. You’re destroying what it means to be masculine and feminine, by wearing makeup.

3. It makes getting ready to go out more fun

Let’s be honest for a second: half of the time, the pre-party is more fun than the actual party. Putting on your makeup with friends is downright fun. They can help you out. You get all excited for going out. It’s just a fun, bonding experience

4. It increases your confidence.

You know when you have that huge zit on your face and you can’t enjoy your night because you’re afraid everyone is looking at it? There is a simple solution to that. Concealer. Done. Problem solved. Confidence = boosted. 

5. You will look fabulous 

Want to look tan? Slap on some bronzer. Want to get rid of bags? Wear some concealer. Want your eyes to pop? Throw some eyeliner and mascara on there! You look Gorgeous Honey.

6. It allows you to explore your artistry

Not to sound corny, but your face is a canvas and makeup is an art form (as you can probably tell from looking at any fabulous drag queen). You get to explore your creative side and artistry when you paint your face.

7. It’s calming

The mere act of putting on makeup is soothing. I have some friends who like to put it on just to take it off. They say it calms them. That’s not the case for me (God knows if I spent time on my face, I want others to see it), but you do you. That’s the beauty of makeup! It fulfills a different purpose for everyone.

8. Male celebrities do it 

Not that you should be doing something just because celebrities are doing it, but, in this case, I think they’re onto something. Famous male celebs include Russell Brand, Adam Lambert, Steven Tyler, and Johnny Depp wear makeup. And the list goes on and on. 

9. You can explore drag without doing full drag

I know that you’ve always secretly (or not-so secretly) wanted to try out drag, but you have either been too afraid to do it or you are terrified that you’ll look crumby. Makeup can be a stepping stone to drag if you want it to be. It allows you to a subtle way to start exploring.

10. Why the hell not?

I mean, you’ll try anything once, right? Why not try beating your face with some makeup too?