10 Foods That Are Hard For Women To Eat & 10 That Keep The Makeup Smudge-Free
A Practical Guide to Eating Without the Mess
After putting in so much work to do your best makeup look, it's not fair that it gets ruined when you have to eat. If you want to save your work of art from getting destroyed, then you have to be more careful about what's being served at the dinner table. Here are 10 foods that are difficult for women to eat if they want to protect their makeup, and 10 that keep things nice and easy.
1. Powdered Doughnuts
After spending a lot of time getting your makeup just right, the last thing a woman wants is for a powdered donut to get all over her face and ruin it. It's nearly impossible to eat this sweet treat without making a visible mess around your mouth, and if you've got lipstick or lip gloss on, it's even more of a hassle.
2. Saucy Ribs
Everyone loves a great barbecued meat, but ribs, no matter how delicious they are, are an enemy to makeup users. They're usually drenched in sauce, and are almost guaranteed to get up all over your lips and cheeks, even if you try to be extra careful.
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3. Overstuffed Burgers
Burgers are already difficult to eat, but if you've been given a loaded one with toppings falling out the sides, you're doomed from the get-go. Packed with sauce, lettuce, tomatoes, a patty, and cheese, every ingredient in there is your enemy. Let's just say your lipstick is going to be disturbed after taking just one bite.
4. Corn on the Cob
There's no safe way to eat corn on the cob unfortunately. Since you've got to get up close and personal, biting across the cob from side to side, your makeup is likely going to get smeared in the process. And once you remember the melty butter basted onto the corn, it's become even more of a challenge.
5. Spaghetti With Red Sauce
Pasta might seem like a safe bet, but it can get surprisingly messy real fast. One mistake with a long noodle swinging, slipping, or splattering, and suddenly that sauce is all over your face. It doesn't help that red sauces are well, bright red, which make it extra noticeable on your makeup.
6. Tacos That Fall Apart
Soft or crunchy, every kind of taco can create a problem for you. One tends to drip fillings down the edges, while the other easily breaks apart and sends everything flying after one bite. And when you're dealing with messy sauces like salsa and sour cream, they're bound to get all over your makeup.
7. Chicken Wings
Chicken wings are another food that doesn't leave much room for elegance. It doesn't matter if they're dry-rubbed or covered in sauce, you usually need your hands the entire time, which increases the chances of smudging something by accident. And that constant wiping and biting can wear away lipstick faster than you'd expect.
8. Ice Cream Cones
The hardest part of eating ice cream cones is that you're on a time limit. And if the weather's warm, you have even shorter time to work with. With the ice cream melting down every side, you'll find it all across your lips, mouth, and possibly even down your chin.
9. Sloppy Joes
The name says it all: this dish is sloppy! If you're trying to eat this without messing up your makeup, good luck. The filling is extremely loose, saucy, and bound to spill from the bun the moment you press down for a bite.
10. Caramel Apples
Caramel apples are difficult in a very specific kind of way. They're sticky and hard to bite into, which forces your mouth into an awkward position. And once you go in, you're going to have to commit. Chances are, the caramel is going to drag at your lipstick, leave caramel on your lips, and you might just leave behind a kiss mark on the apple.
1. Yogurt Parfaits
Looking for a sweet treat that's easy to handle when you want to keep your makeup intact? Yogurt parfaits are built just for this. Not only are they a healthier option, they're typically enjoyed with a spoon which gives you plenty of control. If you're careful, you can avoid any brushing against your lips.
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2. Bite-Sized Sushi Rolls
One and done, sushi rolls are surprisingly a more make-up friendly choice because they're designed to be eaten in single portions. Just open up your mouth wide, and you can manage an entire piece in one bite! No lipstick or makeup contact at all.
3. Scrambled Eggs
If you put on your makeup already before you had breakfast, scrambled eggs should be the dish you make. These are soft, simple, and easy to eat without creating any mess. And when they're served in small, fork-friendly portions, you don't have to deal with any awkward pulling, tearing, or dripping.
4. Rice Bowls
Even if you have makeup on, it doesn't mean you have to starve! For a filling meal option, consider rice bowls that stay contained with each bite. Just grab less on your spoon so it's easier to manage, and you can still enjoy a flavorful bite every time.
5. Steamed Vegetables
Sure, steamed vegetables aren't the most exciting thing to eat, but they are helpful if makeup preservation is the goal. Not only are they eaten with a fork, but they don't come with heavy sauces that spread everywhere. And because they're soft enough to eat, there won't be any awkward accidents.
6. Grilled Chicken Slices
If you got to get your protein count in, grilled chicken slices are a reliable choice. They're easy to cut, easy to portion, and more importantly, never a hassle to eat. And because there aren't any bones or greasy bits to worry about, you'll be able to keep your mouth area clean without a problem.
7. Pasta Salad
Unlike long, saucy pasta dishes, pasta salad is usually much easier to keep under control. The pieces are short, the dressing tends to be lighter, and you can eat it neatly with a fork without worrying about noodles slipping everywhere. Thankfully, it also avoids the stains that often come with tomato-based sauces.
8. Oatmeal
It might be a boring food, but oatmeal is one of the simplest makeup-safe foods you can choose, especially in the morning. It stays put in the bowl, is easily scooped by a spoon, and doesn't create crumbs or splatters when eaten carefully. Since it's soft and mild, you don't have to take large bites that disturb your lip color.
9. Salmon Fillets
For a classier, more filling option, you can't go wrong with some delicious and delicate salmon fillets. When cooked well, the texture is tender enough to separate neatly with a fork, so you can avoid the tugging and tearing that often lead to messy bites. And unless it's coated in an overly glossy sauce, there won't be any dripping or splashing.
10. Fruit Cups
Instead of oversized fruits which can require awkward bites, fruit cups are the safer bet. Everything is already cut into small pieces, and you can eat it cleanly with a fork or spoon. If cutting up your fruit isn't an option available to you, this is the alternative you should consider.
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