A
female
 ,
anonymous
writes:This may seem like a odd question so don't take it too seriously. I am almost 19 years old and I look as though I am 16. I have a "baby face", and it sucks. Of course, this attracts the wrong type of guy, sorry but 15 year olds aren't my type. Anyway, what can I do to make myself look older? Wear a lot more makeup? I feel like a such a loser asking this but I need some tips!Thanks!
View related questions:
look older Reply to this Question |
Fancy yourself as an agony aunt? Add your answer to this question! A
male
reader, anonymous, writes (23 July 2008): Hello, im a 17 year old guy with - surprise surprise - a babyface. And tops I look about 14. I've read a lot of your comments which try to compliment babyfaces saying it's "good to look young" and its "cute", but unless you can fully experience it for yourselves those comments are worth sh*t.It's more than just the way you look, it destroys self confidence, and in this vain world most people will judge you on your appearance no matter what your personality or morals are. Personally i feel alienated from my age group in High school, because i look younger than all of them they dont take me seriously, and their respect for me just doesnt exist. When i talk to adults i feel intimidated like im being treated as a child. From this my confidence in meeting people and socialising has plumeted, i do have friends, but recently iv hit an all time low.Because of the fact i look like an early teen i cant go out anywhere without the worry of being rejected cos of ID etc, but most people in my year dont have this problem. I feel left behind physically and therefore my emotionally. I am tall, and relatively slim, and i sound old enough as well - its just my face.In 1 more year uni awaits, but right now im dreading it more than anything. All the going out to nightclubs and meeting new people etc. Yes its all good to accept yourself and act like who you are, but i have been doing that all my life and it hasnt gotten me far. Quote from above: "people might look thier age but act as idiots!"I would rather be one of them right now, cos truthfully, its too depressing to accept my babyface.Thanks for reading x
A
female
reader, sammypooh2000 +, writes (20 July 2008):
 Well I am in the same basket as you.I am 26 years old and everyone thinks that I am only 18 or 19 years old.I hate because I have two kids and I am married and I am right were I should be for my age,But when they find out that I have two kids:people always say you must have got started young.Well I just want to get the respect that an adult gets.I also dont understand why the world is always wanting to look younger,but when you do you get crap for it.
...............................
A
female
reader, anonymous, writes (23 May 2008): I completely commiserate with you. I am a 36 year old female who constantly gets approached by either 16 year old boys or 80 year old men looking for someone to cook and clean for them. Although this tends to be annoying, the worst part is not being taken seriously at the workplace for promotions. Three years ago, at a job interview, my boss told me, "You seem so mature." Well, for 33, I would hope so! I've even gone to the extent of wearing my "90" graduation charm for people to do the math before they say something ignorant.
I’ve worked hard to survive up to this age; I'd like to be treated as such. I have no intention of covering the few gray hairs I have, hoping it will help.
...............................
A
female
reader, anonymous, writes (22 May 2008): I know exactly how you feel! Im only 4'10 , I'm 19 years old and people still think I'm about 14. Im a college student and people still think im in middle school. It does help to wear clothes a little older than your age and high heels. ALso getting a different hair cut such as side bangs, layers and highlights. It does get me angry when people ask my age and then their like omg i can't believe. Its good in the way that people usually think your cute. And what i hate MOST is when people are like you'll love it when your older because you'll look so much younger. But seriously when im in like my 60's or w/e i dont care if i look old. I mean im sure id be married by then anyways.
...............................
A
female
reader, anonymous, writes (5 May 2008): So who cares what people think about you! Right? I mean ignore all of those beauty magazines who say who you should be. Time is the answer to looking older. Just ask your grandma and she will tell you that it just comes. Ya there is nothing wrong w/dressing older, wearing a little makeup but be who YOU ARE. Just dont let people tear u down because u are young, enjoy it ok??
...............................
A
male
reader, anonymous, writes (4 May 2008): Look girl, I am a guy and I suffered all my life for having a baby face. I am now 31 and even yesterday, a girl told someone that I looked 18! That is 13 years younger that I really am. I still remember when I was 12 and some fu**ing ignorant clerk thought I was a little girl. I can tell you that it was a punch to my manhood at that time. I could never go to a bar until I was 18 because I was always kick out. I am 31 and I suffer daily from it. I always tell people that I am 25 and they even find tell me that I don't look my age. I am beardless and even if I would like to grow a beard, it would not grow even. I always get fu**ing mad when people tell me that I look younger than I am so that at a point that I have to hold myself because I would end up in jail. I am just sick of this superficial world we live in. Anyway, I have no tips to give you. It is easier to look older when you a a women than when you are a man with all then makeup you can put in your face. It is a daily battle and sometimes I could beat every fu**ing people that judge me by my appearance. I look young, so when I get a job, even if I have 8 years of experience in my field of work, they give me entry level salaries. I say fu*k to all the psychologist and researchers that think that if is an advantage having a baby face.
...............................
A
female
reader, anonymous, writes (27 April 2008): gosh, i feel you there. even though i can't really help [i'm still trying to find this answer for myself too], i can still sympathize. i'm turning 18 and people think i'm 14... i don't know if it's my face shape which is an odd mix between oval and round or if it's my really petite size. i know that i hate it and sometimes i want to cry when people tell me i look like a freshman in high school. i'm at a loss, but i want you to know that i know what you're going through.
...............................
A
male
reader, anonymous, writes (16 October 2007): Hi i am 13 and my freinds make fun of me because i have a baby face. I need to knowif i will lose this face or have it for the rest of my life. I just need to know how to get rid of it.
...............................
A
female
reader, LIL ONE  +, writes (7 September 2007):
I am 43 and people still cane believe how old i am which i think is a good thing.The bad thing is being 5'2 and shrinking
...............................
A
female
reader, anonymous, writes (7 September 2007): I have the same problem! I am 19 years old and 5ft 2in with a baby face and yes, attract the wrong guys- school boys don't do it for me either! The other night I went out and got ID and the bouncer said that was noway my age- I looked no older than a flipping baby! Humiliating... standing there with my 5ft6 friend who looks about 24 years old! Find the right makeup colours for you-enhance your eyes with eye liner and going with sophisticated hairstyles. No bubble gum pinks or hair tyed back in a ponytail.
...............................
A
male
reader, anonymous, writes (3 August 2007): hey, i have a similar problem, i am 21 but look about 17. it becomes frustrating, occansionally people are shocked at how old i really am. i find it dents my chances of meeting ladies my age and i often get angry. however, this is life - i have learnt to get over it. i have always been told it is not how old you look, it is how you act! people might look thier age but act as idiots!
...............................
A
female
reader, anonymous, writes (31 May 2007): ewww im 13 and everyone thinks im 9 i hate it im rlly short and have like no boobs my mom says itll be good when im older but i want to look my age now i feel your pain love just dress your age and wear dark liner in your inner lids and make sure your lips look full, cause that rlly helps
...............................
A
male
reader, anonymous, writes (3 December 2006): hi, i know what you guys are talking about. i am 23 but i look like 17 or 18 (max) i hate it.... the bad thing is i also used to teach in a univ. the first day my students thought i was a student. very humiliating for me. but you're right if someone goes for your looks that will definitely fade out some day then she is not for real and it would not be worth while trying harder for her to like me ................ thanks a lot guys....
...............................
A
female
reader, anonymous, writes (2 October 2006): hi, i know exactly how you feel when i go to clubs i always get asked for I.D and i hate it i find that if you wear darker makeup around your eyes and a brown coloured gloss it makes a lot of difference, also try looking through magazines at what people our age are wearing and you will get some good ideas
...............................
A
female
reader, Contact Carly +, writes (6 January 2006):
 Dear reader
you should be proud you have younger looking skin most women die to have that sort of skin. i have a friend with the same problem hes 16 and looks like a 14 year old he spmetimes gets down but thats where his friends pick him up be proud you dont need to look older be haapy with yourself
Good luck
carly
...............................
A
female
reader, anonymous, writes (6 January 2006): Hey,
Why complain? When you're older you'll appreciate having a younger face, I know that's easy for me to say, but trust me.
Anyway, I bet the guys think it's really cute! Get yourself out to night clubs where you can meet lads your own age and ask them out! If they say 'no' then so what, you'll probably never see them again anyway.
Sometimes, the way you do your hair can make you look younger. NEVER wear two little plaits or bunches, or you'll look three! Wera a high ponytail, or have your hair loose and flowing around your face. I know that sounds silly, but it works.
Also, never wear too much make-up, wear eyeshadow, lippie, and blush, but not much more than that. Less is more.
Above all, don't let this problem knock you any more, remember, you are beautiful no matter what they say!
...............................
A
female
reader, anonymous, writes (5 January 2006): it is a bad thing to wear alot of makeup, you will look awful. Like the other dude said, think of it as a gift, not a curse, cos when your older you'll look alot younger and that's a great thing! i dont know how much make-up you use, but lippy,eyeshadow,rouge,bronzer,mascara and curling,straightening your hair works wonders! One of my best mates ahs a baby face, but she doesn't see it as a bad thing, for one it attracts more guys! good luck and i hope you sort out your problem
...............................
A
male
reader, Joe +, writes (5 January 2006):
hey my girlfriend has the same problem she's 17 and some people think she's 12 i like to think that looking young for your age is bloody great unlike me when i was 15 some one thought i was 25 says alot don't it? :-)
see it as a gift not a curse i've always said to my girlfriend if you look after your self when your 50 you might look only 35+ and the same could apply to any other women on here with the same "problem"
...............................
A
female
reader, anonymous, writes (4 January 2006): I agree with mystify,I'm 19 yrs,5ft2 and with a babyface.Everytime ppl say to me that I look like a child,I just take it as a compliment because I know I look good.as long as my bf hasnt got a problem wit it i dont care about other ppl.
Cocoxx
...............................
A
female
reader, eyeswideopen +, writes (4 January 2006):
 Enjoy it dearie, this is a non-problem.
...............................
A
female
reader, mystify +, writes (4 January 2006):
 hi, i have the same "problem" in fact i always seem to aquire the nickname 'babyface', the thing is i am 26 and look 17 i am always getting id'd but get this... i love it!
better this than looking old before your time!
but in answer to your question wearing lots of make up wont nessasarily make you look older , more cleverly applied make up might, and dont fall in to the trap of dressing tarty to look older it dosent work , dress in a sexily sophisticated way and concentrate on you hair aswell , no more girly do's
...............................
|
