For the first time since I’ve started wearing make up, it’s been almost a security blanket to me, as I’m sure it is to countless other women predominantly in the Westernized culture. I am fully aware that it sounds illogical and irrational, but up until a few days ago, I felt as if going “all natural” made me less of a person; that my opinion mattered less. For years, I’ve been struggling with this ongoing insecurity vs. logic civil war of my mind. This all ended a few days ago. For some complete and utter mystery reason, I had an epiphany of some sort and had a complete change of heart. I’m now able to walk into public with my chin held high lacking any barrier to the world except for my own skin. (and clothing for legal reasons) I just had a “holy shit” moment and I’m feeling comfortable with and in my own skin. Of course I’ll continue to do my makeup because I artistically enjoy the process and turnout, but it’s no longer a staple of my routine. Fuck yeah, man.
