Makeup has been used throughout history as a way to categorise, shame and chastise women. It’s hard enough not to be manipulated into changing our appearance to fit the narratives constructed by social media and the beauty industry, let alone having to face such pressure at home – so I’m sorry you’re having to deal with this.
There are invariably things about our partner’s appearance we might like to change, but we shouldn’t seek to control it and must always respect their autonomy. Unless they’ve specifically asked for our help, or it’s causing them harm in some way, that should always be the bottom line.
