People seem to like me better with makeup on, for some reason, I said. He raised his eyebrows and shrugged, apparently as stumped as I was.
In "Eleanor Oliphant Is Completely Fine" by Gail Honeyman, the protagonist reflects on how others perceive her when she wears makeup. She expresses a sense of bewilderment over the difference in reactions between her bare face and made-up appearance. This observation highlights her struggles with self-image and social acceptance, emphasizing a common theme of the impact of appearance on relationships.
The interaction reveals a moment of shared confusion between her and...