[ Practice of Stealth Makeup ] Men who deny men’s makeup should see this! Why you should start and the effects

Men’s makeup today is not just an external decoration, but is seen as a means to achieve a sense of cleanliness and a tool to elicit confidence, and more and more men are adopting “stealth makeup” as part of their personal grooming. Men are increasingly adopting “stealth makeup” as a part of their grooming. Won’t people around me notice?” This article explains the reasons why men should start wearing men’s makeup and its effects for men who are worried about their appearance!

Reasons Why Men Should Adopt Stealth Makeup (1)Changing Historical Trends

In recent years, the younger generation’s awareness of beauty has been growing year by year, and many men in their teens and 20s are interested in skin care and makeup and concerned about cleanliness in their appearance. On the other hand, middle-aged and older generations in their 30s and 40s and beyond are still not as interested in beauty as younger generations. When the current 30s and 40s were in their 20s, from the late 1990s to the early 2000s, “tanned skin” was considered a good thing, especially in youth culture, and dark skin was a kind of status for both men and women, and was regarded as healthy and cool. In addition, ” masculinity ” was emphasized at the time, and a slightly rough and wild appearance was often required. Stubble, long hair, and rugged styles were popular, and awareness of skin care and makeup was not as high as it is today. The concept of ” men’s beauty ” was not yet common.

If today’s 20-somethings continue to pursue cleanliness with a heightened awareness of beauty, while men in their 30s and 40s continue with the same lifestyle, there could be a significant difference in appearance and grooming between the generations in the future. The difference may affect their impression of cleanliness and professionalism, especially in business and social situations.

Why Men Should Adopt Stealth Makeup (2)A good impression at work and in your personal life starts with your appearance!

When judging a man’s first impression at a first meeting, special attention is paid to his face. The cleanliness and well-groomed appearance of the face greatly influences the overall impression of the person. The overall atmosphere, speech, facial expression, and style are also checked as important factors, and these form the overall first impression. According to Melavian’s Law, the sources of information used by people to determine their impressions of others are determined by visual information (55%), auditory information (38%), and verbal information (7%). In other words, since appearance, tone of voice, and speaking style account for most of the overall impression, it is known that appearance, facial expression, and speaking style have a significant impact on the impression, no matter how appropriate the words are.

For this reason, it is extremely important to maintain a positive facial impression. By taking care of your skin care and personal appearance, you can make a better first impression and make it easier for communication to proceed smoothly.

Why Men Should Adopt Stealth Makeup (3)What are the real voices of OTOKOMAE editorial staff in their 30s and 40s who actually adopt makeup?

Editor Mitsui

I have adopted stealth makeup in my personal life, such as when I go out on holidays, etc. I started wearing makeup in my late 30s when I began to notice blemishes and pores and wanted to make a good impression when meeting people for the first time and not make people I interact with in business feel uncomfortable. I felt that times and culture had changed, which was another reason I started wearing makeup.

Editor Tachibana

Once I reached the major milestone of entering my 30s this year, I became concerned about my pores and started paying more attention to skin care. While I was experimenting with various skincare techniques, I also tried makeup as an extension of my skincare routine. It was easier than I thought it would be, and the results were easy to see, so I started wearing simple makeup when meeting new people in private, at weddings, reunions, and other occasions where I wanted to be well-groomed, or when attending a formal event. Since I started wearing makeup, people around me have been complimenting me on my skin, which gives me more confidence!

Editor Izumi

My personality makes me feel that it is too much of a hassle to do it on a regular basis, and in the summer, it is hard to reapply because it comes off quickly due to sweat. I still use it for weddings, parties, and other important occasions, as well as for fixing up areas of my face that are bothering me.

If you have checked any of the following points, it’s time to start stealth makeup!

□I want to improve my appearance in business situations and stand out from others
□I want to make a good impression on others in important situations such as business meetings and presentations
□I want to look younger when attending children’s events
□I want to look clean
□I do not want to make others feel uncomfortable
□I want to feel confident about myself
□I have felt ” old” when looking in the mirror.
□I have felt “old” when I look in the mirror □I am concerned about pores and blemishes
□I want to make a good first impression
□I am interested in beauty and makeup
□I am careful about skin care, but I want to make my skin look good

Three major benefits of men’s makeup (stealth makeup)

(1) A much cleaner look: A clean look gives a much better first impression in both business and private life, making it easier to build good relationships and gain trust. While clothing and hairstyle are basic elements that influence cleanliness, the addition of a good skin appearance will greatly enhance the completeness of a well-groomed appearance.

(2) Improved self-confidence: When a person’s appearance is polished through makeup, it improves the impression others have of him or her, which leads to an increased sense of self-esteem and the formation of a confident mental attitude. Improved confidence in appearance also makes it easier to communicate positively, leading to a more positive attitude toward work and interpersonal interactions.

(3) Expanded self- expression: Through makeup, one can reflect one’s own personality and style, and when combined with fashion and hairstyles, the range of self-expression is expanded. There is also the entertainment benefit of enjoying a change of pace and change of scenery, as you can easily change your impression in your daily life.