Sometimes, but I’m always hesitant, as I don’t always know the right shade of
make-up to buy for another person. If someone requests make-up, I would
certainly buy it for them. However, I would feel too nervous to pick it out myself,
so I would opt for buying a gift card instead.
IELTS Speaking: Talking About Makeup
In the IELTS Speaking test, you may be asked about makeup in the context of beauty, personal habits, or social views. These questions may appear in Part 1 or Part 3 of the exam.
Useful Vocabulary
wear makeup, put on foundation / lipstick / mascara
beauty standards, personal grooming, self-expression
natural look, heavy makeup, cosmetic products
Example Questions
Do you wear makeup every day?
What do you think about men wearing makeup?
Is makeup important in your culture?
Sample Speaking Part 2 Prompt
Describe a person you know who wears makeup regularly. You should say:
who the person is
what kind of makeup they use
how it changes their appearance
and explain how you feel about it
Tips for a Natural Answer
Express your personal opinion and try to balance your response. Use adjectives and adverbs to describe appearance and feelings.
