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Blush: The Search for the Next Great Makeup Artist

(Rated TV-PG, Reality TV, Starring Vanessa Marcil, Where to watch: Lifetime Television)

  • Is it age appropriate?

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    Not age appropriate for kids under 13, age appropriate for kids over 16; suggested age 13.

  • Is it any good?

    2.0

  • Common Sense says

    Cosmetics contest could send kids wrong message.

Why We Rated This iffy for Ages 13–16

What to watch out for

  • Messages:

    Overall, the show presents makeup application as an art form and strives to showcase contestants' ability to create living, breathing canvasses. But there's also a subtle message that makeup is a must when it comes to looking and feeling good -- especially for women. During a promotional spot for the show, a plus-sized African-American contestant says, "I am all right with myself, my skin, and my size. I love everything about the woman that I am. Makeup has allowed me to find that confidence in myself."

  • Violence:

    Not an issue.

  • Sex:

    A few contestants are openly gay and discuss their sexuality in general terms.

  • Language:

    Infrequent use of words like "hell" or "damn."

  • Consumerism:

    Max Factor cosmetics and InStyle magazine are prominent sponsors, and both brands are mentioned in every episode. Contestants are also asked to use Max Factor products in challenges. The show occasionally promotes other brands and specific celebrities, including one-time guest judge Dannii Minogue (an Australian pop star whose older sister, Kylie, is decidedly more famous).

  • Drinking, drugs, & smoking:

    Contestants toast their experience with a celebratory glass of wine.
 

What Parents Need to Know

About Blush: The Search for the Next Great Makeup Artist

Parents need to know that this colorful reality competition is built around the concept of using makeup -- and lots of it -- to achieve a desired look, mood, or feel, which could lead to requests from younger kids to start wearing a little blush, a dab of lipstick, or a swipe of mascara. The show also serves as a promotional vehicle for Max Factor cosmetics by mentioning the company by name in each episode and showcasing its products in various challenges. Adults occasionally celebrate with alcohol, but language is fairly mild.

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Families Can Talk About

  • Families can talk about the show's overall message when it comes to using makeup to alter another person's appearance. Is applying makeup an art form (much like painting or sculpting)? Why or why not? Can somebody look beautiful without wearing any makeup? Will wearing makeup automatically make someone look prettier? When it comes to our favorite movie and TV stars, how much makeup do you think they wear when they're working? Do you think they wear the same amount while they're enjoying their days off? Do you think we'd look up to them as much if they had to go in front of the camera with bare faces?
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    I rate this title on for age 11 and give it 5.0

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