Boys say the funniest things
20 Jul 2009 05:00 AM |
Posted by Editor
It’s an age-old debate: do men like girls to wear lots of make-up or not? The au-naturals amongst us holler no, men prefer girl’s to look fresh-faced (though let’s be honest, we keep them in the dark about how much make-up goes into looking that dressed down), yet very few of us are happy to be seen sans sprucing on a first date.
We’re experts in our field, but even we didn’t have the answer to the million-dollar question, so there was only one thing for it: hitting the streets with four photos, all of the same girl, but showcasing four very different make-up looks, and letting the boys battle it out, once and for all…
Clean slate
Nothing, we repeat, nothing, nada, has been applied. Will the boys run for the hills or be too silly to notice?
Disclaimer: we asked the boys to say the first thing they thought of when they saw the photo. The opinions they’ve shared are entirely their own and we hold no responsibility for any offence caused to your make-up!
The verdict
“Her face looks rather dull, I’d give it 2/5” – Anthony, 21
“She looks pretty natural. 3/5” – Cameron, 30
“Au natural is the first thing that comes to mind. I’d rate it 4/5” – Chris, 26
“She looks natural. A 3.5/5” – Ben, 34
“Quite natural. 4.5/5 for me” – Nathan, 23
“She looks like she’s natural or has little to no make-up on. 3/5” Grant, 35
“She looks good,, limited make-up and relies on her natural beauty to do the talking. Nice. 4/5” – Casey, 30
“She looks natural, this is my favourite look. 3.5/5” – Tyson, 27
“She looks natural for around the house/shopping etc. What I prefer most of the time. 3/5” – Alex, 23
“Natural and confident, this look is great for everyday running-around. 4/5” – Ric, 28
Total: 34.5/50
Findings: natural doesn’t necessarily mean nasty.
Recreate this look: no make-up doesn’t mean bad skin. Make sure you look your best thanks to Neutrogena's Rapid Clear Oil Eliminating Foaming Cleanser (for a shine-free face that lasts), L’Occitane Immortelle Brightening Renewing Serum (brightens the complexion in no time) and Alpha-H Ultra Protector Daily Moisturiser with SPF 30+ (the matte formulation guards and protects against sun damage).
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Member Comments
(293)
Posted by:
melmeko
(Member since 2007, Australia)
Interesting verdict, I wish I could get away with wearing no makeup but nope not my skin, lol.
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July 20, 2009 (Jul 20, 2009 6:50am)
Posted by:
Kaity007
(Australia)
Thanks for this BH!!! xoxo :)
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July 20, 2009 (Jul 20, 2009 6:59am)
Posted by:
Delicious Girl
(Australia)
Wow! She looks so good naturally.
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July 20, 2009 (Jul 20, 2009 9:01am)
Posted by:
Nikkim
(Australia)
Goodness me, she has beautiful skin! Lucky girl!
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July 20, 2009 (Jul 20, 2009 9:18am)
Posted by:
annibaby
(Member since 2008, Australia)
The model looks gorgeous without make-up. I wish my skin was as clear as hers.
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July 20, 2009 (Jul 20, 2009 9:36am)
Posted by:
Sun Kissed
(Australia)
I wish my skin looked that good without makeup. Oh and I love the black and white shot of the little boy and girl, its so cute!
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July 20, 2009 (Jul 20, 2009 9:43am)
Posted by:
Igi
(Australia)
Fab article and nice to see the different impact of makeup on the same girl
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July 20, 2009 (Jul 20, 2009 9:45am)
Posted by:
KarenSaid
(Member since 2008, Australia)
Ooh, nice article idea :)
The black and white pic is so cute
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July 20, 2009 (Jul 20, 2009 10:06am)
Posted by:
Michelle007
(Australia)
its interesting that although the guys said they liked the look most of them only rated it at around 3/5
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July 20, 2009 (Jul 20, 2009 10:14am)
Posted by:
Pinkpiggy
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It's great the boys saying that they really rate this look however these aren't the girls that they are checking out, these aren't the girls grabbing their attention. Put her next to a girl that is made up (or a made up version of herself) then I bet they'd be chatting to the other girl.
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July 20, 2009 (Jul 20, 2009 10:20am)
Posted by:
Beauty Obsession
(Member since 2007, Australia)
she looks beautiful and fresh faced. it's interesting what others have to say.
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July 20, 2009 (Jul 20, 2009 10:47am)
Posted by:
Obsidianne
(Australia)
wish i woke up looking like that. =) then all $$$ spent on makeup and good foundation could be put to better use.. like shoes. ahah.
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July 20, 2009 (Jul 20, 2009 11:04am)
Posted by:
jewl
(Australia)
I'm sooo jealous of her skin!!
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July 20, 2009 (Jul 20, 2009 11:08am)
Posted by:
Makoz
(Member since 2008, Australia)
She looks great
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July 20, 2009 (Jul 20, 2009 11:24am)
Posted by:
PrettyPrincess
(Member since 2008, Australia)
If my skin was this good, I wouldn't wear make up everyday either!
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July 20, 2009 (Jul 20, 2009 11:32am)
Posted by:
Jenjen99
(Australia)
wow this is really interesting but helpfull
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July 20, 2009 (Jul 20, 2009 11:48am)
Posted by:
Beautybabe140194
(Australia)
She looks good without makeup. Although i did like the second look but without the blush
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July 20, 2009 (Jul 20, 2009 11:53am)
Posted by:
Blissful Beauty
(Member since 2007, Australia)
Wow, she looks so good naturally! Delicious Girl, you took the words out of my mouth! I wish my skin looked that great without makeup! The boys seemed to like it as well!
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July 20, 2009 (Jul 20, 2009 12:11pm)
Posted by:
ray_jay
(Member since 2008, Australia)
she looks great! Very mixed reactions from the boys!
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July 20, 2009 (Jul 20, 2009 12:21pm)
Posted by:
GoddessMagick
(Member since 2007, Australia)
She's got lovely skin, naturally defined features, Lucky lady! I agree with the blokes that she looks great naturally & probably would have scored her higher than 34.5/50. Interesting responses. BTW the l'occitane serum sounds divine :)
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July 20, 2009 (Jul 20, 2009 12:32pm)
Posted by:
cake crusader
(Australia)
really? i thought she looked amazing! im a big fan of being natural
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July 20, 2009 (Jul 20, 2009 12:41pm)
Posted by:
MaxPower
(Australia)
She looks pretty & natural. As a bloke i'd have given her a 4 because she has no makeup covering her true beauty!
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July 20, 2009 (Jul 20, 2009 1:14pm)
Posted by:
lgauci
(Member since 2008, Australia)
Its true she is a beautiful looking women.I dont like to wear too much make up as it is bad for my skin.A liitle mascara is probably the best that we can wear as it brings out our eyes.
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July 20, 2009 (Jul 20, 2009 1:33pm)
Posted by:
JL
(Member since 2008, Australia)
It seems most men can appreciate a woman in her natural state! Who knew?!
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July 20, 2009 (Jul 20, 2009 2:09pm)
Posted by:
Saelle
(Member since 2008, Australia)
She has beautiful skin!
And yeah, about guys...mine always says he either can't tell or prefers no makeup anyway. XD
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July 20, 2009 (Jul 20, 2009 2:11pm)
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Posted by: melmeko (Member since 2007, Australia)
Interesting verdict, I wish I could get away with wearing no makeup but nope not my skin, lol.
Posted on: July 20, 2009 (Jul 20, 2009 6:50am)