I started at the beginning of seventh grade but then kind of paused until towards the end of eighth grade / early ninth grade. I am not sure exactly why looking back. Most likely was because I was being bullied for wearing make up when others hadn’t started yet. Mean girls were all around me at the time. Based on what you are saying, you just can’t win, I tell you… :(

I have never liked the feeling of heavy make up or foundation on my skin. I am 51 years old and just started wearing serum foundations on “work from office” days because I like a more even skin tone. In my younger years I dabbled with foundation and tinted moisturizers here and there but never found a good solid routine that I wanted to stick with. I also didn’t like removing make up and washing my face. I have pretty much just stuck with eye makeup my whole life (I feel “dead” without mascara on) and added moisturizers as I got older. I honestly don’t remember removing my eye make up before bed until I was in my early 40’s. Ugh. For the past few years I have focused on skin care and making the best of what I have. I was a sun worshipper for many years and I am lucky to not have significant damage as a result. Also have found some light SPFs that I can wear during the day that I don’t hate.

Sorry for the long answer! My two cents is do what you like and want. Life is too short.