The Problem With Judging by Appearances
"I always get the 'excuse me, sir,' even sometimes after I've corrected them. At first I hated it, but I've also realized people are only aware of things they know, so I try to make it known that I am a woman, despite how I look and what they may think. It's better to educate people on genders, labels, and pronouns."
Breaking Down the Stigma of Beauty Products
"There's a big stereotype with using beauty products, that if you wear makeup or actually take care of your skin, you are more feminine. When you step into a beauty store or search online, there isn't much of a market for both genders. Dressed as I am, I get a lot of stares if I ask for makeup or if I ask for men's cologne. There's no win-win for me. I probably wouldn't use any of the products if it weren't for my fiancé and her directing me to use products labeled for women."
