How to Be Popular in Middle School (for Girls)

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   Use makeup. Since you are only in middle school, you don't need a lot of makeup. Foundation, eyeshadow, mascara, and lip gloss are all you really need. Go easy on the application and keep it natural, but makeup can brighten up your look and enhance your face. At most schools, however, makeup does not necessarily make you any more or less popular. Here are some tips to help you get a fresh, youthful look:
   • Always wash your face (and use moisturizer) before applying makeup.
   • Make sure the foundation is exactly (or close to) your skin color. That way you don't look vampire-pale or orange. Blend the foundation to your skin.
   • Some girls like to wear liquid eyeliner for a more "dramatic" look. If you do, don't over do it. A pencil or powder eyeliner gives you a more natural look. If you want a liner which lasts all day, you can use a gel liner. Liquid liners last all day too, though.
   • For eyeshadow, choose light colors.
   • Ask your parents about using an eyelash-curler to help your eyes stand out more when you apply mascara.
   • For mascara, you have many options. You can use black, brown, or white, or you can go really bold and choose other colors.
   • Have a variety of lip gloss. Have some in pale colors and have others in bolder hues.
   • Wearing different makeup is a good idea, but don't wear the same makeup each day. If you choose to do bold eyes, do natural lips. If you choose to do bold lips, go for a natural look on the eyes. Other girls like to go to a makeup artist or their moms and sisters and ask them for advice. Whatever you do, make sure you are in your comfort zone. If you aren't relaxed, how will everyone else be relaxed around you?