It’s about feeling good about myself more than about others. I tend to be pretty elaborate with party makeup, like in a cosplay sense. People like it when you make an effort. And it makes me feel better about myself which in turn gives me more confidence. And control over my appearance.

So for me changing my outward image also improves my self image!

The other stuff I mentioned is more just tricks. Sometimes I’m tired and I don’t want people to notice that too much.