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make up & lessons for 13yr old girl...

31 replies

Backintime4breakfast · 30/11/2019 07:39

whats a good make up counter to book her a lesson at?
I am clueless about it all.
what's a 'cool' & not horrendously expensive brand for a starter kit? i used to have an m&s palette but know thats not cool.
don't have any mums of friends I could ask unfortunately .
thanks all

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moomoogalicious · 30/11/2019 07:47

I bought my 13yo revolution shook eyeshadow palette, revolution flick eyeliner pen thing, eyeshadow and blush brushes, blend sponge, barry m coco loco lip gloss, milani blush, mabeline concealer, nyx lip cream.

She also wanted some 24 hour heavy duty foundation but i said no!

They learn everything from u tube so she didn't ask for a tutorial

moomoogalicious · 30/11/2019 07:48

Oh and some maybelline waterproof mascara and makeup remover etc

IggyAce · 30/11/2019 07:49

I would see if their is a local MUA that offers lessons, many do. (I know an excellent one in the north east). That way they get advice on what suits their skin tone and what products are best. My MUA recommends high end and budget alternatives.
I personally think counters go a bit ott and you can end up caked in makeup and don’t really look like you.

mistydayswampwitch · 30/11/2019 08:08

To be honest you need to get her a good skin cleansing regime set up, moisturiser and a good base foundation. My mum took me to Clinique when o was 14 to get colour matched and taught how to properly apply foundation. I got a Clinique bottle of foundation, Clinique moisturiser and cleansing system from Liz Earle which I've used ever since.
All the other frivolities/glitters/eyeshadows/lipsticks can come from much more affordable brands. Revolution eyeshadow pallets are really good and reasonably priced! Nyx lipsticks are good. I get a lot of those on eBay.
Local MUA are really good for one on one lessons or lessons with friends!

mistydayswampwitch · 30/11/2019 08:12

You could put your own little make up bag together for her after finding the right base

make up & lessons for 13yr old girl...
fedupntired · 30/11/2019 08:17

Sorry for a daft question, but what is MUA?

mistydayswampwitch · 30/11/2019 08:21

Fedup- Make up artist.

Gemma2019 · 30/11/2019 08:23

Space NK do a free 20 minute make up lesson. I'm taking my DD2 next week.

Considermesometimes · 30/11/2019 08:27

Can I be honest, I am not sure about encouraging make up at 13 at all. I would go down a more holistic route, good skin cleansing, looking after her lips in the winter with lip balm, massage for relaxation and mindfulness.
Consolidating the need for make up with actual lessons at her age is not ideal. Can you not reaffirm her natural beauty, and redirect energies to hobbies and sports?

NekoShiro · 30/11/2019 08:28

NYX isn't too expensive but still has an artist at the counter that could show her how to apply them

moomoogalicious · 30/11/2019 09:28

@Considermesometimes My dd asked but I drew a line at heavy foundation, highlighter, fixing spray or whatever you call it. I have an older dd who doesn't wear any makeup at all and is beautiful without it (as is my younger dd) but I really enjoyed experimenting when I was a teen. Its a great age to do it!

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Backintime4breakfast · 30/11/2019 09:54

thanks everyone.
@Considermesometimes, yes I totally agree! Its a balancing act between wanting to fit in (her) & encouraging good habits etc (me!).
I've got some cheap make up brushes, & might get an eteshadow palette, but that's all. Good point about youtube - shows how out of touch I am!!

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reluctantbrit · 30/11/2019 09:58

@Considermesometimes I think it is a good age to learn. No need to go all the way but simple foundation, eye shadow etc is not bad. DD is only allowed to wear a full face at parties but practices at home thanks to you tube. Otherwise outsid school it is just powder,/simple foundation, mascara and lip balm or gloss.

She also rides and mucks out stables, she is a Scout and just had a mud filled team building experience. One does not exclude the other. I find it sad when people think a girl with interest in make up doesn’t do anything else.

OP definitely get her also good brushes, the result is so much better with good equipment, and a good cleanser. She most likely already has facial wash and moisturiser I assume.

Crystal87 · 30/11/2019 10:00

I don't see the harm in them wearing a bit of make up, but I don't think any 13 year old needs encouragement to wear heavy make up like foundation and highlighter and all that. So I'd see what the lessons were like first and what it involved.

TipseyTorvey · 30/11/2019 13:32

Oooh this is why I was desperate to have daughters and ended up with boys. This is my idea of heaven as I love make up and all the paraphernalia. I would recommend the bobbi brown make over as she's all about natural which would suit a teen well. It's not cheap though so perhaps only get her a few things from them. I would recommend the tinted moisturiser from laurer mercier as it's barely there but has sunscreen and then no 7 or benefit for the rest. Perhaps you could buy her a subscription to birch box or similar so she gets lots of fun stuff to play with? Teach her skincare and moisturising is more important than anything she can do and get her a decent sunscreen. Cerave do a fab gentle foaming cleanser in boots.

Puffinhead · 30/11/2019 18:50

I’ve bought my DD14 Revolution make-up. She’s also new to make-up so got a basic eye shadow pallete, eye liners (a cool looking multi-liner pen), lip glosses and different coloured mascaras (Not Revolution but cheap Superdrug brand) plus a set of brushes. I also didn’t bother with foundation etc. There are LOADS of YouTube videos so I wouldn’t necessarily worry about a book/lessons.

RockingMyFiftiesNot · 30/11/2019 19:41

Bobbi Brown used to do an excellent teenage makeup book, not sure if they still do

4theanimals · 01/12/2019 01:12

Maybe a thought for animal testing and try going cruelty free. Google it on peta... you'd be surprised.

Jacquiereid · 01/12/2019 02:17

Body Shop?

stridesy · 01/12/2019 07:16

Would agree the body shop or boots or any of the makeup counters in Debenhams especially if you are buying a product from them which is what my mum used to do when I was much younger.

stucknoue · 01/12/2019 07:27

Nyx counter is quite nice and not too pricey, otherwise number 7 (boots)

happilybemused · 01/12/2019 07:32

Bobbi Brown do an excellent teenage make up tutorial.

AnnaNimmity · 01/12/2019 07:34

I took 2 of my dds to MAC (at different times) - they're really good. I think (can't remember) you get the cost of the session back if you buy make up.

stucknoue · 01/12/2019 07:34

@Considermesometimes

If they are asking at 13/14 it's because they are wanting to wear make up, nothing wrong with it but it's up to us to guide them, lessons mean a more subtle look! Just saying no will encourage them to think it's more desirable! Starting with tinted moisturiser, lipgloss and a bit of eye shadow, then helping them choose appropriate colours as they get older is better than them applying it outside of the house. Both of mine go out make up free regularly, but will help me with mine for special occasions, they are great at doing it (now young adults). Nothing legal is banned here, and they are well adjusted and happy.