You have more time.

Benefits of Not Wearing Makeup

By Amanda Froelich

As a teenager, I suffered from horrible acne and learned to use makeup as my armor. It became a shield to buffer what I was sure was disgust from other people.

When that type of thinking becomes a habit, it’s very difficult to un-learn. However, after stepping away from popular television shows, celebrity gossip, and “self-help” magazines for a few months, I began to appreciate the true me I never noticed because I so was busy covering her up. The even greater change, however, came when I decided to take a break from makeup. I stopped using the skin cream and eyeliner I'd so faithfully applied for years.

And what I found was an individual who, much like everyone else, had her own unique beauty, quirks, and yes, imperfections. Instead of disdaining my crooked nose (broken during soccer), a few red spots, or frizzy hair, I began to see what I had that no one else did. I even felt gratitude for my dark, piercing eyes, a beauty mark under my eye, and the shape of my eyebrows. I realized that everybody has his or her own unique qualities, which make them perfect in their own way.

Here are five great benefits of taking a break from using makeup:

Your skin gets cleaner and healthier.

Makeup is toxic, and anything you put on your skin is absorbed by your body! Mainstream makeup companies use chemicals that are thought to cause cancer and are treated as toxins by the body. After ditching the goo, it was much easier to maintain a glowing, clean-feeling complexion.

You have more time.

If you’re living a predominately plant-based diet, I’m sure you’ve noticed how much easier it is to grow long, healthy hair, strong nails, and a healthy complexion. When you stop adding toxins in the form of makeup, this means less time in front of the mirror, and more time enjoying your favorite activities. Think about it: most women spend at least 20 minutes preparing for the day. If you’re going au naturel, you can use that time to read a book, practice yoga, run, or sleep.

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