Sans Makeup- Are you comfortable in your own skin?

How many of you have seen the latest twitter of Katy Perry Sans Makeup? It's definitely been apart of the World Wide Web and radio news. I first heard the snippet on the radio yesterday. I admit that as an Image-Style consultant it caught my attention and intrigued me to check it out when I got home.

I'd like to touch upon a few points. First of all, I think it's great the Russell Brand likes the way his wife looks with no makeup and posted it on twitter. Women, especially teens need to recognize that most people (men & women) would agree that women don't need that much makeup to enhance their features. Men would prefer to see women with less makeup. Many girls these days are given the nick name (coon) due to the raccoon look around eyes from their makeup. So many women put on the extra makeup and sparkle to impress the guys. When in actuality the guys think less is better.

Secondly, women need to learn to be comfortable in their own skin. It is a sign of a higher self-esteem/confidence. There is nothing sexier than to see a woman who has confidence. Building your confidence is a life long journey. It is a life long journey to be the best you can be. The bottom line is that your Image is important. It may not seem fair but your Image matters. The image you project sends out silent messages all day long. Your image speaks volumes. One aspect of your image is paying attention to details, ie: makeup. Women need to learn the essentials to makeup and how a day, work or evening look can help them look & feel good everyday. The truth is finding out what works for you and your unique features. Once realized, your self-esteem increases and so does your chances of success socially and professionally. The trick is feeling good enough about yourself so that at the end of the day if you take away the makeup, designer labels and bling, do you still feel comfortable in your own skin? Send me an email if you didn’t answer yes to this question. I can help you on your journey to find out what works for you! email: gwen.rich@comcast.net

This survey of 3,000 women produced some disheartening results about how makeup still runs the lives of women.

One out of five boyfriends have never seen their girlfriends without makeup- not even in bed.

41% of the women polled said they would be mortified if a colleague saw them without makeup.

One of of five said they would not let even close girlfriends see them without makeup.

One third would not even consider leaving home unarmed with a full grooming kit—including lip balm, eyeliner, deodorant, and hairbrush.

71% said they are much prettier with makeup on.