The Top 15 Things Men Find Unattractive

Being a woman is tough. We're always under incredible stress from society to make sure we're perfectly groomed, wrinkle-free, and made-up. So it's no wonder that so many of us feel a lot of pressure when we look for Mr. Right. Many of us spend forever in front of a mirror making sure we don't have a hair out of place and our makeup is flawless before embarking on a date with a guy we're interested in. But are we over-doing our beauty routines?

We've seen before how dating rituals have changed throughout time, and it's no surprise that what most men liked just twenty years ago has changed significantly. If you've been single for a while or recently got out of a long relationship or marriage, you might have no clue what the do's and don'ts are when it comes to attracting a mate. Tricks like this subtle contouring technique can completely transform your face, making you look younger and enhancing your best features, but there are also lots of things you shouldn't do if you're trying to catch a man's attention or hoping to make him enamored enough to land a second date.

Before you spend lots of time and money on your "on the prowl" look, check out these things that men don't find attractive. The good news is that most of them require you do to a lot less work than you might have been planning on doing! But no matter what, remember to be yourself. And if you have to pick just one suggestion to stick to, make it #15!

Nail art has become a popular trend in the beauty industry over the past couple of years, and it's no surprise why. Turning your nails into a canvas for cool and challenging art is super fun! Don't be afraid to let your creative self shine when you're on a date, but leave the super-long talons and 3-D add-ons at home if you're trying to impress a man.

Foundation can really improve the appearance of your skin, making you look healthier, younger, and generally more put together. Just make sure you're using the right shade and blending it well. The wrong color foundation can have the opposite of its intended effect, making your face look paler or darker than the rest of your body. Make sure you blend it in, too, or your date might think you moonlight as a clown.

In the '90s, ultra-thin brows were all the rage. These days, though, more natural, well-groomed brows are much more popular. Before a big date, let your eyebrows grow in, then just pluck away the individual stray hairs and lightly fill in the more sparse areas with a powder or brow pencil. You'd be surprised how much of a difference it can make when you're looking to attract a date!

A little bit of perfume can add to your appeal, especially when people get close to you. But when someone can smell you before they can see you, it's an instant turn-off. When spritzing on your scent, put a little dab just behind your ear, at the bottom of your throat, on your wrist, and behind your knee. These "pulse points" are warmer than other locations on your body and supposedly make your scent more pronounced without gagging the guy you're trying to win over.

Another trend from yesteryear that needs to just disappear already, ultra-dark lipliner doesn't look good on anyone. It's OK to wear a bold lip color on a date, but make sure that your liner matches it if you want to woo the object of your affection.

Coffee, wine, and smoking can take their toll on our pearly whites, and having yellow teeth isn't attractive to anyone of either sex. Win over your date with a smile by using a gentle in-home whitening treatment before you go out.  You don't need to look like a toothpaste commercial model, but getting your teeth just a few shades whiter can make your smile memorable for all the right reasons.

I'll be the first to admit that I love bright, creative, and glittery eyeshadow. It's fun to experiment with makeup, and your eyes are the perfect feature to play up with bold and beautiful colors. When trying to win the heart of that hunk at the bar, though, a more natural look is your best bet. Save the crazy metallic shadows for a day when you aren't trying to find a soulmate.

Good mascara or subtle false lashes can make your eyes pop. But if you go too long, it might end up looking like you have spider legs coming out from under your lids. Frame the windows to your soul using a lash curler and mascara on the top lashes, and save the ultra-long falsies for when you want to scare away the men on Halloween.

While you're making sure you're putting your best face forward, don't forget about your hands. Dry, cracked hands will make you look older than you are, and softer hands are much nicer to hold. Make sure you put some moisturizer on your hands before you head out on a date with that special someone.

When it comes to styling products, a little bit goes a long way. There's a difference between using hairspray to perk up your roots and using it to create a cloud of hair on your head. Style your hair as you want it when you go out looking for a beau, but don't go overboard unless you want him staring at your tresses for all the wrong reasons.

Spending too much time in the sun is bad for you, but it can also make your skin look unnaturally dark and wrinkly. Fake tans are a better alternative, but choose the wrong brand or shade and you could end up looking like an oompa loompa. Exercise moderation when getting a natural tan or a spray-on tan to put your most attractive self out there when trying to meet someone.

On a date and in everyday life, you should always wear clothes that make you happy regardless of what other people think. But even if you decide to wear sweatpants when going to a speed-dating event, at least make sure they fit right. Clothes that are way too small or way too big don't just look awkward — they can also make you uncomfortable, prohibiting your best attitude from shining through and winning the heart of that guy you've had your eye on.

If you can wear six-inch stilettos without breaking a sweat, more power to you. You've probably heard that men love the look of high heels, but the effect is kind of lost if you're wobbling with every step or limping as they destroy your feet. Stick to shoes you're comfortable in, and your confidence will be much more of a show-stopper than your feet could ever be.

To be fair, I don't think there's anyone that hopes for bad breath when they search for a partner. If you're prone to getting stale breath or are just hoping to get a kiss after a particularly pungent meal, keep some breath strips or minty gum in your purse so your date night ends just as well as it begins.

Unless you're still a teenager or at a themed party, keep the glitter away from your makeup set and your body. Men generally don't like the idea of coming home from a date covered in sparkles, and even smaller pieces will illuminate your less flattering features such as wrinkles.

Time and time again, men have said that confidence is more attractive than any physical feature. No matter what you wear or how you look, you can win over just about any guy by showing that you're proud of both your inner and outer beauty. Even if you're not feeling your hottest, hold your head high and strut your stuff as though you were a supermodel. You'd be surprised  at just how sexy you'll look and feel.

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