I still remember the time when I was allowed to introduce myself to makeup. I felt like a caged bird whose clipped wings had grown strong enough to be allowed free flight into the world of unrestricted experimentation. Back then, makeup meant slapping on some lipstick, blusher and a layer of eyeshadow...and you were good to go.
I thought I was an ace at makeup application then not realizing that I probably looked like an overdone clown who could not practice any sort of restraint. The joy I received splurging on makeup seemed like the most natural thing a girl could do. How I missed the passion I had had for makeup back then completely surprises me today. Then, makeup artistry was hardly considered a career as much emphasis was never placed on makeup & makeup application.
And yet I still admired those women who confidently and expertly applied their makeup sometimes embarrassing myself as I was unable to tear away my gaze. Slowly, I started experimenting with different types of makeup and would end up spending almost every cent of my salary earned as a Dental Therapist on bags full of makeup that I didn't really need but wanted so badly.
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| Profession vs Passion |
Being crowned Queen at a beauty pageant changed the way I wore makeup as gracing the front page of the newspaper I represented so regularly and the functions attended in that capacity required me to look the part. It was then that the passion within me unleashed itself. The urge to know every makeup trick in the book pricked me like a guilty conscience. And so the adventure began....
Today, I am a mum to 2 beautiful kids and my Dental career has taken a backseat to caring for my precious family. There is no time now for even a slap of lipstick or kajal...but don't be disillusioned into believing that women who don't wear makeup regularly are ignorant on the subject. In fact being a stay at home mum has allowed me to tap into the knowledge that I had cleverly invested in back then and so grew my venture called MakeupnThingz...
MakeupnThingz is a venture that was born purely out of a passion for makeup...I've never seen it as a money making opportunity nor have I developed an interest in it because I found the need to compete with someone around me that has been doing it. I receive immense joy when I am dappling with makeup, like a kid in a candy store.... I've had many people ask me:" You've given up Dentistry for makeup?" Let me clear that here...I DID NOT give up Dentistry for makeup, I gave up Dentistry for my family, as a mother & wife, I have priorities and this is where MY priority lies. I know I'm not answerable to anyone but at times it's just easier. Why do we always have to compare professions and by which mindset does one judge which career is more inferior than another. The love and dedication that one puts into what they enjoy doing is the only criteria that should matter...
There's nothing more rewarding than sharing a common passion...and so grew the idea of a blog and Facebook fanpage. I never realized the effort and time that is required to put up posts and tutorials on blogs and pages. It takes hard work and commitment, however, your unwavering support in this is worth every effort as a single 'like' or comment is akin to me receiving a global award.
I'm ready to share all my knowledge with anyone who is just as passionate about makeup without holding back any tips and tricks so feel free to ask and request.
So until I swap my latex sponge and makeup brushes for a dental syringe and mouth mirror, this is where u'll find me....basking in the joy of sharing as someone so rightly said....'sharing is caring!'
Do you have any confessions to make??? What does makeup mean to you?
