A slick of lipstick, a dab of blush.
A layer of foundation to cover enough..

Emotions that course through the mind. Insecurities that lurk behind.

Mascara to lengthen lashes, hide the tears.
Eyeliner to define the eyes, hiding the fears.
Imperfect skin, blemishes, scars, easily covered by makeup in jars.

A touch of highlighter to give a glow. Concealer to hide any flaw that shows..A smile in front of the mirror so bright, Hiding the pain, resisting the fight.

Makeup to conceal, to hide, to mend. A tool that women often use to blend in. A way to face the world, to be okay, hide behind a mask each day.

But beauty lies not just in the face, or the manufactured charm or grace. True beauty lies in the soul, within and letting your true self begin to win.

So, embrace your flaws, embrace your scars. They make you who you are... but if you choose to wear makeup to hide...don't let it be a mask for what's inside.