Hey readers,

I wanted to discuss the increasing popularity of genderless makeup and men wearing makeup in today’s post and give my opinion on it and how it affects me as an individual who is part of the LGBTQ society, but who is also involved in fashion. This topic has caused controversy for many many years. The truth is, when makeup was created it wasn’t designed specifically for women. For example, 100AD, the Romans would use a mixture of barley flour and butter to cover up pimples.

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Haute Couture brands who have products in beauty such as Chanel and Torn Ford have created foundations for men. Retailer Asos has also produced advertisements towards genderless makeup, using male models wearing a full face of makeup in main pages on their app and website.

“Regardless of generation or age, these days, men are invested in their appearance to some degree.” – Brendan Gough, professor of social psychology at Leeds Beckett University

Men haven’t always worn makeup however, it is seen as feminine to wear makeup which is perhaps why people who class themselves as LBGTQ will be more confident wearing makeup than any individual who is ‘straight’. However, studies have suggested that boys and men will use makeup to cover up blemishes and spots to make their skin look better and more natural, as if they didn’t have problems with their skin. 

Men who are more confident will use more makeup to make them stand out, using eyeshadows, highlights and contours, sometimes even lipstick.

Popular male makeup artists who dominate Youtube as of 2019 include Jeffree Star, James Charles, Bretman Rock and Wayne Goss. They regularly post makeup tutorials on their Youtube Channel. It is popular for men to be makeup artists and practice makeup on women as well as themselves, this is because being a makeup artist isn’t just about making an individual look more attractive, it is a form of art and being creative.

I love makeup. I wear makeup myself if I’m going out, and I am proud of it! It makes me feel sooo good about myself. I only wear it in a natural way, primer, concealer, foundation, eyebrow wax and gel and bronzer and I’m ready to go! Some people don’t notice I wear makeup but some do, probably because when I don’t wear it.. well.. you just notice!!

Although this topic has been a hot one recently, I personally think if something makes someone happy and feel positive about themselves, they should do it, and if that means as a man you want to wear makeup to make you feel more comfortable, then do it! Its your body, money and appearance. You do not have to answer to anyone else but yourself!

Personally, the makeup I like to use isn’t specifically for men but that is because my friend is a makeup artist and usually tells me the best products for my skin. I use The Ordinary primer and foundation, which is really good for coverage and is really cheap also! They are both around £5 and last a long time. I use Urban Decay Concealer for mass coverage, Chanel Creme bronzer to make me appear more tanned, Kiko eyebrow pencil and Benefit eyebrow gel. These products make a clean, prestige look which makes you feel.. flawless!!

I really hope this post gave you confidence, insight and motivation to pursue makeup if you are male or female! However, some people do not need makeup to feel confident, so in that case, congratulations!

I hope you enjoy this post!

Mitch x

The following blog is going to be about Unisex clothing, all you need to know, studies and how it is styled. I hope you enjoy reading my blog and that all the information finds you well.

So, here is some information about me. My name is Mitchell, but everyone calls me Mitch. I currently am studying at the Fashion Retail Academy in London completing my Fashion Marketing and Communications degree. I work part time at Primark as a Cash Office Assistant but aspire to be in the fashion editorial industry.

I already have experience in the fashion industry, including my work placement at House of Fraser last year when I completed my Level 4 course in Fashion Retail as a Visual Merchandiser, which was such a surreal experience and I made many connections while I was there.

Currently, I am also a content writer for a upcoming fashion magazine, ‘The Cover’ which has one magazine published to date, and one upcoming. They are always looking for ‘fresh meat’ so to say, if anyone is interested in being involved in The Cover magazine, you’re more than welcome to drop me an email!

So, I hope you find my blog useful, interesting and informative! Feel free to contact me anytime and I will answer any questions or queries you have 🙂

Have an amazing day!

M x