I’m a self-proclaimed makeup addict. I spend way too much money on new eyeshadow palettes and mascara, and you’ll constantly find me contouring or watching Youtube tutorials. Although my makeup addiction is newer, it’s still as strong. Being a makeup addict comes with a bit of backlash though, including these ten things that I’m beyond tired of hearing.

1. “You don’t need makeup to be beautiful!”

I know this. However, wearing makeup does help me feel more beautiful. But I don’t just wear makeup to feel more confident, I wear makeup because it’s something I enjoy and it’s a form of self-expression.

2. “Why does it take you so long to get ready?”

Well, let’s see. I have to put on foundation, contour, blush, highlighter…and that’s all before I even touch my eyebrows, lips, or eyes. If I want to go all out, it’s going to take at least thirty minutes. You can’t rush this perfection.

3. “Do you go anywhere without makeup?”

Yes. Do you go anywhere without your bad attitude? Didn’t think so.

4. “Do you really need another eyeshadow palette?”

Yes. Yes, I do.

5. “Why would you spend $30 on that? It’s just a lipstick!”

While I’ll admit that makeup is a bit pricey at times, if I really want it, I will buy it. Makeup is my luxury and I work hard to be able to afford makeup. If I want to spend $30 that I’ve worked hard for on a lipstick, I will. You don’t need to judge.

6. “I’ll never understand why people are so obsessed with makeup.”

Just like I’ll never understand why people are so obsessed with sports or movies. Next question.

7. “Who are you trying to impress?”

My. Own. Damn. Self. Wearing makeup has nothing to do with others and everything to do with myself.

8. “All of the shades look the same to me.”

They’re actually quite different and you’re probably color blind.

9. “Do you buy anything besides makeup?"

Yes, I do. *insert eye roll here*

10. “Oh my gosh! You should totally do my makeup for this random event you don’t even care about.”

Just because I enjoy doing my makeup doesn’t mean I enjoy doing everyone else I know’s makeup. I can’t even begin to tell you how annoying this is.