If you, like me, are easily taken aback when put on the spot, its great to have a stock answer for certain rude questions or behavior. I use and love Biore Aqua Rich Watery Essence 50++++ sunscreenyou can get it on Amazon. But I have natural long light blonde hair, and I really find that Im taken a lot more seriously if I keep my hair up and away from my face (either braided or in a low bun) and dress like Im one step up from my current position. I stayed on it for a couple of years and stopped a few months ago. At the time I felt like I shouldve come up with something better to say, but in retrospect I guess the lack of response works to get the point across. (My ego really is this big sometimes. YeahI think this would be insulting regardless of your age. Unhealthy Eating. If the person is very clearly young, then it may not be an issue but you just never know. I cant decide which I dislike less (would say like better, but I dont like either scenario, its just my life). This year, I plan to start looking for jobs a step up from where I am now, but I am worried the looks too young issue will continue to haunt me and cause people to not take me seriously as I try advance professionally in the near future. Thats the sort of thing Im trying to point to as lack of solidarity. I wish I had a great quippy comeback that I could at least think to myself, if not say aloud, With the sunniest of smiles, It sure is nice to have all these years ahead of me!, One time I got that, I thumped* the pile of (unrelated) books I was holding on the table and said, Thats why we have books.. I know said youve talked to doctors, but if you havent tried it yet: acutaine. Or just ignore it and move on? Stop working with jerks. Most people dont intend it to be condescending. Carbs? Kat Von Ds Lock-It Tattoo foundation has been gentle on my skin as well (no parabens, sulfates, etc) and the coverage is phenomenal. I feel the same way. "Their safety, mentally and physically, is the priority, and this should be clearly communicated to your child and the people around them.". Mostly cleared up after a year and only the occasional breakout once a month. Sugar. My former boss didnt want to tell me her age. They just want you to love them for who they are. . My work garnered me the attention of Directors and VPs. You graduated from Berkeley last year, right?. I am 27 years old and easily looks a decade younger than I am. Sucrose/fructose is the problem]. I am actively working on letting it go more in personal context. I try to do worst case scenario which I think is, that whoever is on the other end thinks that Im a jerk or bad at my job but even if I remind myself of this consequence and the broader context, its very hard to break the apologizing instinct. I kind of feel that the response to that is Im exactly nunya years old. Which is very nice to know :) Anti-Millennial bs makes me see red (and Im almost 50, not that it should matter). Another thing thats helped me in general is learning to be gentle/minimal with my skin and leave it alone as much as possible, but other people have already touched on that. Its good for acne-prone skin because its really lightweight, hydrating, and doesnt exaggerate texture. Sex Education 101: The Conversations You Should Be Having With Your Kids, 70% of Parents Want Better Sex Education for Their Kids, LGBTQ Youth Remain at High Risk for Mental Health Issues but Also Envision a More Inclusive Future, How Multiracial Families Can PreserveBlackCulture for Their Children, How to Navigate Disney World With Nonbinary, Transgender, and Queer Kids, Sleepovers in the Age of Gender Diversity: The Parents Guide, How To Encourage Playful Learning In Kids, Tips for Answering Kids' Questions About Making Friends of a Different Race, Is Santa Real? Im 28, but I can easily pass for 19/20. Boo on that shady lady. Asanti-LGBTQ+ legislationcontinues to make headlines across the country, your child's mental health should be your number one concern. When people ask about my age, I NEVER tell them. Lets not respond to rudeness with rudeness. It may be better to let this one sit until you know each other better. I will yell at people! rather than Wow, she looks really young but she clearly must be older by virtue of the fact that shes behind the pharmacy counter. I am a senior manager and all my counterparts are males in their late 50s and 60s. Best of luck! Ive tried most of them already! So, what can you do if someone asks you your age in a work context? Also, Is that pertinent? with a confused smile. As a woman whos 31, I can totally relate. If this was formal, huge presentations, large groups and an extremely professional-no-social aspect to the conference, then yes I agree with exactly what you said. If you regularly sound hesitant or unsure for example, regularly ending sentences with a question in your voice when you dont really intend to be posing a question people may assume that you dont know what youre doing. Then, poof! Asking about your day is showing he cares about you by asking about you. Maybe they were trying to relive their youth or boost their own egos, maybe they were genuinely curious. Not good work qualities (yes, Ive been in a lot of bad workplaces, why do you ask?). I am old enough to be her mother. What the heck ask a stupid question, get a stupid answer. This occasion would call for your best are you serious/kidding me? tone. Ive most enjoyed owning it. Watch out for young-reading mannerisms like playing with your hair or slouching. I realize that sounds too good to be true, but its a major first step. Definitely takes extra confidence though. ;). Mike C.: I think when you frame it this way the question becomes, at least how I perceive it, is that both men and women are capable of being sexist, so is it especially bad when women are sexist? Its along the chin and jaw I know saying let it go is easier said than done but work to get there it will help tremendously. Drunk Elephant skincare line is amazing. If you're dating the guy and it pisses you off so much when he doesn't reply to your messages for hours at a time, let him know. What's one of the most fun childhood memories you have? Okay. I do!!! Or when I mention the ages of my kids Ive gotten the step kids? They help with acne and anti-aging, according to her and Oprah. I would likely be sympathetic and not use it as a cue to your age. I had the worst cystic acne all around my jaw for the longest time and none of the chemical stuff worked on me. And How Can Parents Avoid Raising One. Between 38 and 39. Eugh. The funny thing about it is, six years later with more life and work experience, I still have NO idea whether he asked because he thought I seemed younger or older than expected. I used to get you look like youre 12 all the time. Society has placed unrealistic expectations on women's age, leading to the belief that being young is a crucial part of femininity. I am literally two years and one day younger than my husband. I asked why, if she was comfortable answering the question, and she said it is because she is youngish to be a manager and she has had older people, especially men, question her and her authority over them. OP: I sympathize 100%. 44, and the incidence and severity are much reduced in the last couple of years. There is no conclusive proof that accutane was the cause, but I feel like it had something to do with it. It's also a question you can easily answer. Mindblowing that the customer would think Obviously, she must be underage! Its kind of dumb, but its too common really to change, and its a fair bitmaybe even mostlyabout the speakers watching time roll on, not about the insufficiency of young people.I differentiate that from the kind of aggressively personal idiocy that the OP faced. What if you answered jokingly along the lines of old enough to have my degree young enough not to be president of the company or Im forever 29 years old Something as to where the questioner would realize that its an inappropriate question but that your answer would lighten an awkward moment. I need to remind myself that people are dumb, and not let internalize these comments. Haha I encounter this all the time. Theyre skeptical at first, but once they see I do know what Im doing, they come around. She does not want to go into fights with someone's boyfriend or feel guilty about stealing some other girl's boyfriend. I pointedly said 32. I would like to use this to warn everyone off of scrubs, though. Oh man, I was at a show once when I still lived in Boston, where they do the straight edge X on your hands if youre underage and a wristband if you were over 21. Again, the questioner was completely inappropriate and OP did whatever it took not to embarrass the boss/ company. I was making a delivery to an elementary school and I got yelled at by a teacher for not being in class while trying to go into the office like I do ALL THE TIME. Im not criticizing lack of action at all. My theory is that to many colleagues my work in digital communications/social media plus my babyface equals the perception I am 22 and in the firing line for these odd remarks. There was actually one supervisor who said I shouldnt be his manager because I was not qualified, but the month before it wasnt an issue. All rights reserved. And when I slipped up, they came back and I went huh. Absolutely it says so much more about the interrupting guy than it does about OP. I never would have become confident enough to land my current gig when I was still battling constant breakouts. *Pre-ACA one insurance company rejected my regular application for health insurance and put me on a waiver for SKIN. It was so vague it was almost comical. Preserving status and negotiating power, even unconsciously, is central to a lot social interactions and Id even argue its heightened in the workplace, where status is more measurable and has material consequences. Ugh and now that Im pregnant it just invites more blatant comments about my body, but none of them are as flattering. I need advice on the reverse side of your question! I always like prefacing rude questions with, I beg your pardon? So the other person has to repeat them. Im 33 and have always struggled with acne, and tried lots of doctors and lots of treatmentsand finally determined my skin is actually very dry and sensitive NOT super oily, as the doctors kept telling me so I ditched all treatments and makeup, and I only wash my face once a day with a pure olive oil soap, and then use a lotion bar (its shea butter, olive oil, candelila wax and a few other things you could eat it its so natural) on my face, and its never been better. They finally stopped asking. Infuriating. Also 31, also still get some adult acne, and seconding Curology. Its so light and natural looking. Some of them are rude, some of them are condescending, some of them are wonderful people. So, yay for me? I dont know if anyone is still checking this post, but when I was struggling a couple of years ago with jawline breakouts, I found that a zinc supplement (Nature Made 30 mg, in my case) helped clear it up within a few weeks. That becomes especially clear if you imagine asking it of someone near retirement age. Often, even employers (illegally) value youth over experience. I always wear a suit set at conferences and actively use a firm handshake and try to lower my vocal tone. What is your opinion? Thats really what the stuff is.) Theres no special obligation just because of Ladyhood. Make sure to convey approval and acceptance to your child in the moment.". If your docs have concentrated on topical applications like Retin-A, you might ask about an oral medication. I am short and skinny, there are 5th graders who are taller and perhaps even bustier than me. Thanks for this and I think you make a good point that theres nothing I can do to change their perspective. People do, but not this question. Alright folks, fair enough. One of them had wanted the job herself but was Not Qualified At All (TM), so that made her antipathy even worse. I look young, too. Sounds like he's depressed and has low self-confidence. Figured Id make that prejudice really really clear Id been hearing variations of it alllllll week and getting talked over in meetings unless I really shouted, and it was Friday afternoon and I had Had Enough, you know? I look youngish for my age and until I started wearing makeup was getting questions and comments about my age. Other times its more in check, but on this issue my ego wins.). Darting her eyes away when you look at her. Its also safe for work and is another skincare blog, with a focus on combating oily skin and hormonal, cystic acne. My sister still gets them and shes 47. Intersectionality is hard and not as natural as I would expect it to be. Can I ask how old you are? Ask for permission to inquire about age with this polite but slightly more casual question. It worked!). What's the best piece of advice you've ever been given? So when I found that the best thing for my eczema/acne/rosacea face was pretty much do nothing but a splash of water most mornings and nights, I kind of coasted on that for way too long. When I travel I use a $3 manual brush. My after-the-fact zinger is: Oh, Im sorry I stopped. I dont think a response where you invite a jerk to continue speaking is a good one. If you really like someone, don't play hard to get. Try to work it out: In the end, even paying a renter or nonpaying guest to go away might be faster and cheaper than trying to evict him. For example, try offering: 'I'm so glad you were brave enough and comfortable in sharing this with me. My skin did a turnaround within months. Of course, being fashionable is not a requirement of being taken seriously as a woman in the workplace, but the idea of modeling yourself after people is a solid one (my aim: Diane Lockhart of The Good Wife fame). Now when it comes up I take the other approach suggested and say something along the lines of Older than I look, or Old enough.. You can also try paying attention to women you know who project gravitas and command respect whether theyre older than you or not. Snow White And The Asian Pear My issue was that the drugs and treatments and makeup were just irritating my skin, stripping it of its natural oils, and therefore it made more oil to compensate, so I stripped it again (and piled on makeup to cover up blemishes), so I was stuck in a vicious cycle. I was allergic to OTC acne products and they just made it worse. It color-corrects redness (which takes a few steps out of my routine! 6 easy ways to know a woman's age without asking. 1. Im surprised to see several comments about interrupting a presentation. Its not fun or fulfilling anymore. Agree! I also just had a birthday beginning with a 3 :D ]. They are then shocked when they hear the year and do the math of what my age must be. 12345, if thats the worry, check out Lisa Eldridges acne-covering tutorial on Youtube. Switching to a birth control pill designed to control acne and using Bare Minerals is the only thing that helped. But when it comes to our own relationships, both men and women prefer someone their own age, but are open to someone 10-15 years their junior or senior. I get wanting to be completely non-confrontational in all professional situations ever but you (or the OP) isnt being confrontational, youre being confronted. You can google acne-free diet or something similar for lots of advice. Guy looked at the books, looked at me, and left. Its unsustainable for the long run the way its working right now. So, if you're talking to a woman and she asks you your age, you can of course just answer in a confident, self-assured manner and say your age, "22" or "42." Yet, what are you going to say then if she says that you're too young for her or too old for her? This has happened to me a lot in my career. I too have always looked young for my age. If you have a stock response at the ready, then youll be able to respond quickly despite your shock. Due to your consent preferences, you're not able to view this. Crystal Britt, child therapist, fair play facilitator, and host of Time to Learn podcast, also notes that asking questions can make a potentiallynerve-wracking conversationfor your child go more smoothly. "The most important piece is letting them know that you're open to asking questions, that you love them, and you are interested in this new information about them," adds Britt. "Keep an open dialogue with your child about current events. I'm going to decline your request because I don't like the way it made me feel.". Really, the most important thing is the quality of work you do and how you operate professionally. fingers and blend out with a damp sponge. And quite honestly, my youthful look has posed much more of an issue in my personal life than my professional one and I wish I could go back and tell my 27-year-old self to stop rushing the calendar along. When someone signals their poor judgment to you, take that information to heart, and give less weight to their opinions going forward. But its not only jerks who would do this. 3. And the people on that subreddit are so knowledgeable! I have suffered with hormonal acne and have managed to get it under control finally. In addition to what Alison says, I doubt that the truth undermined you that much with the rest of the attendees, though. (I work for the government and Ill probably work another 39 years for my agency.). I said tall bald guy who is 10 years older than me. Hormonal BC, plus some skin products with acid have helped in large portion, but its still there for sure. *NB: I have no skin care routine (I shower every couple of days or as needed, and thats it) and my flare ups had absolutely no relation to whatever I do with my face. I just use CeraVe cleanser, Simple moisturizer w SPF, jojoba oil, and BHA (plus the occasional clay mask). If he asks you this question, it means that he wants to know if you're a loner or like to party. Does it mean that if you were 25 hed stop listening? Its a running joke in my family at this point. But I agree, I continue to work on letting it go and remembering that its the rude persons problem that they are obsessed with age, not mine. Maybe not for all but surprisingly effective for me. I was so taken aback that I gave the truthful answer (30), but immediately regretted answering the question. "The Trevor Projecthas fantastic resources that can better guide families," points out Dr. Ferguson. Yes so true. Im not disagreeing with you. This is why if you think that there's going to be an issue about the age or she's testing your confidence. I still have some scarring, but its not noticeable from a distance. Happy birthday! Roundish face, no real wrinkles, big eyes. I dress formally, appropriate, dont apologize or do other girly things thats not my nature, do good work and Im probably in fact more personable and less awkward in client contacts than the guys I work with, especially those around my own age. You dont need to imitate anyone or take on mannerisms or styles that dont feel like you, but paying attention to what does and doesnt help people get taken seriously can help you work out whether theres anything you want to do differently. Finding out your age is a way for people to size you up, put you in a specific box, determine their expectations for you, and decide whether you meet them sufficiently. Once youre 30, another stock answer is available: In my thirties. Its multi-purpose: thirties is young enough to be up to date on technology, innovative, etc. In social circumstances, Miss Manners has always thought it ridiculous to consider one's age an embarrassment. Now I just say, Ive been doing this for about 10 years if those questions surface. Its always shocked me. I also stopped the liquid foundation and started using Bare Minerals foundation. I am the queen of having a perfect comeback after the situation has passed but it would have been amazing to respond: As for curiosity, it's okay to say that you are less aware of certain experiences or identities. I dont know what my mom did to combat the acne, but my sister went to her dermatologist and also did routine facials. It's also important to center pride in your homeespecially given the rapidly-shiftinglandscapeof legislation. Yeah, thats really what Excuse me? was invented for. Even if it seems like a young person, age tends to be something that you want to avoid in conversation. When I was in grad school (27 at the time) I once answered an inquiry about my age from an older male professor with Im old enough to understand that is an inappropriate question.. I do think that there werent any bad intentions in their questioning. Recently, I was attending a conference with my boss and presenting on a project to a group of his peers from other companies when one of them interrupted me in the middle of my presentation and asked how old I was. What do you say when someone asks you that? FYI I had my oldest child when I was 25, and I was 35 (and still married at the time) when I took the position. Look, maybe Im weird or just out of touch, but I dont think coming up with a witty line is going to actually put anyone in their place, embarrass them or otherwise cause them to self-reflect and realize why what theyre asking is asinine and inappropriate. I know there are caveats and times you shouldnt take them, but Im fuzzy on those details and not a skin expert. [note: glucose is fine. Theres a mix of ageism and sexism for young women that is sometimes just so exhausting. Thank you for this letter! Let's try a few -- "tired," "angry," "old," "dried up", "looks like she needs to rest," "not getting enough sleep," etc. Friendlier for the skin than a lot of other brands and provides good coverage without cake. Although I have noticed in the last few years since I dont wear any makeup at all not even to interviews professional people dont care. About a year ago (at 23), I got IDed while at an 18+ casino for a friends bachelorette party. Laugh and say: "Old enough to know better than to answer that question." Say "How old do you think I am? My very lovely sister in law is one of those people who looks like she could be anywhere between 18 and 50 and any answer could be correct. Though it sounds like you are asking for permission to ask, in most cases, the person will answer you with their age if they are comfortable sharing their age. (And I really dont want to be accused of lacking solidarity if I happen to dislike or decline to go out of my way to help someone who happens to be female. Lately, I was pleasantly surprised by the (new?) Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment. How you respond to your child's coming out is incredibly important. It is always rude to ask an adult their age; since you cannot be certain if someone IS an adult, the safest course of action is to refrain from asking. It has been an excellent and knowledgeable resource for all my skin questions and issues. Im 51 and I stopped getting breakouts about 3 years ago. Ive had the same situation happen more than once but each in totally different scenarios. . But I definitely could work on my confidence after being in my own head after this experience! Give a Lighthearted, Humorous Reply. All I am saying is a lot of factors go into how to respond. "Parenting Culturehas curated guides and fact sheets to assist families with these processes as well." She asked what year in school I was. Nothing lasts forever. There you go! The shape of this initial conversation will inform how your child treats this topic with you later on. Acutaine does work for some people, but not for everyone. I will freely own that I can be somewhat oblivious about others appearance, but I dont think it would register for me at all beyond a vague I feel for her, adult acne is no fun. I work with a lot of people in the 25-40 age bracket and its just so common to have skin stuff happening (for both men and women), and its not at all a reflection of the individuals capability or competence. If you could travel to any year in a time machine, what year would you choose and why? It doesnt stop all the insulting comments (like the person who once asked if I went to public school in a particularly snotty way), but it makes it clear to everyone reasonable that that person is way out of line. Get her to be your friend in Facebook. Im still older than I look, I guess, and I do throw in references to my age quite a bit, or more to the point, length of my career. The thing about the anti-Millennial stuff is that there, as far as I can tell, people are using Millennial as a shorthand for young people whove just entered the workforce who dont behave the way I think they should. Which means theyre thinking of late teens to early or mid-twenties. I had a long day, and was tired of everyones crap. I work in digital media and have done well for myself in my career. (insert other positive stereotypes of young people), but old enough to not be wet behind the ears. Stuff like Proactive is not effective because the acne is *not* based on dead skin cells building up and creating white heads. I now know to work at organizations where Im judged on my quality of work. Ive had employers also assume changes to benefits dont affect me because I rely on my parents. Then, just a week ago, I struck up a conversation with a young woman who I assume was around my age at the dog park. My older sister had chronic acne throughout her teens and adulthood and what helped most was when she started using retinoid skin products. But I have a baby face, so my assumption is the woman who interrupted me assumed I was younger. It'll signal to the commenterand everyone else in the roomthat your age is irrelevant. ??? Also, heels! I just turned 37 and genuinely could be seen as 25, specially since I do admin stuff which is perceived as a young persons thing. Some people are natural flirts, while others overthink it to the point they tap out before they start. If someone interrupted me while I was giving a work-related presentation to ask me an inappropriate personal question, you can bet I wouldnt be worried if they felt awkward about it. And seeing the interrupter was a women, some particularly competitive women can have this bug worse than the men who do this. "Make sure your kid knows you are on their team," Britt says. I think its more puzzling, and more atypical, but not really worse. Im still trying to figure out how to present myself so I look older, but one thing thats worked for me? This. Easier said than done, right. Thats my experience! Shes a genius and has some great, usable tips for covering up acne easily without it looking cake-y. 18+ casino for a couple of years important to center pride in your homeespecially given the rapidly-shiftinglandscapeof legislation an. From Berkeley last year, right? other times its more puzzling, and not as natural as would... 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