Real pretty eyes with long dark lashes... going to be a problem as a male?

[roo]

Hey all, well this is my first post here... I have loads of questions especially about hormones but I'm probably going to field most of those to the nurse I've got in contact with who specializes in trans people.  Here's maybe a really vain question.. I've always had really "pretty" blue eyes with long dark lashes, so I look like I'm always wearing mascara... I haven't started hormones yet but are these lashes going to be a liability do you think when it comes to passing, even once I'm well into T therapy?  Did you notice a change in your lashes?  Maybe I'm just biased since I know I'm biologically female so I notice the lashes more.  I guess I'm doing alright for pre-T as far as face shape goes.   Do you think I should get my lashes trimmed? In a way I'd kind of feel guilty about doing that, I know my mom would kill me, haha.


Also, the hair looks pretty dumb, but I still haven't cut mine (I'm going to cut way short when I finish my current temp job.. finally a hair cut I can be comfortable with) so I had to tie it back... and yeah, try to ignore the horrible eyebrow plucking job. Can't wait to throw out the 14X magnifying mirror.

I've got more important things I hope to discuss and much more annoying physical problems like the pair of Ds on my chest and a chubby hourglass figure, but I guess at least I can disguise those.

[CodyJess]

Men actually have longer lashes than women. I don't think it'll be a problem at all, unless you're worried about being a pretty boy 

A good, long binder will take care of the chest and the hourglass.

[findingreason]

I don't think you'll have to worry a whole lot....I've seen some guys with downright beautiful eyes before, and you really don't look all that bad pre-T either.

[Luc]

Nothing to worry about whatsoever. And sorry if I'm being too forward, but in my opinion, you'll make a REALLY hot guy.

SD

[LordKAT]

Roo,
Welcome to Susan's. You will find a diverse group of people here and answers to many questions as well as many questions to answers. You do have pretty eyes but how well you pass often depends more on your body language than your eyelashes. finding reason in correct in saying that a long binder can handle the body shape area. Effects of hormones seems to vary greatly from one person to the next. Only time will tell how well it works for you or how quickly.

[GamerJames]

Hey Roo, welcome!

I don't think you'll have a problem with your eyes at all. My ex-husband has eyes that are almost identical to yours, but with blonde lashes.

I agree with CodyJess that a good quality, long binder will be your best friend when it comes to masculinizing your chest.

As for the more important things to discuss, just remember that it's all important. We're all either going through it too, have been there already, or are thinking of going where you're going, so there are always ways we can relate.



And, I gotta say it... Bastien, you flirt you. lol!

[maidenprincess]

You have a very masculine face that I consider to be handsome on a man.  Big blue eyes and long lashes aren't necessarily something that will get you clocked or whatever... if anything it makes you more attractive.  I think the only thing that would counter the "prettiness" of the eye area I guess would be to grow out your eyebrows some more.  Just my opinion, good luck!

[Suzy]

Welcome, Roo!

I think you will do great.  Sure the eyelashes need to grow out.  But if you have been plucking them, don't expect it to happen overnight.  Personally, I think big blue eyes on a guy are totally sexy.  It will be fun to see how you develop.

Wishing you the best,
Kristi

[Jeatyn]

This is why I wear big chunky emo glasses



tried to do the same pose in both xD they make my eyes look a lot smaller and not so femmy and puppydog ish. (my choice of pink strap top PJ's is ruining my masculinity)

I am also a victim of a pair of DD's and an hourglass figure. I only wear a short binder because I feel like a long one would just ride up over my hips and pool annoyingly around my waist as things tend to do with small waist and bigger hips. I have to wear baggy layered clothes if I want to pass, makes me look a lot fatter than I actually am but I'd rather look like a chubby guy than a slender woman 

[Osiris]

Wow roo... You already are a good lookin dude. Great pic.

[JonasCarminis]

i have "the prettiest eyes ive ever seen!" (blue eyes and long lashes) according to quite a few people.  black emo glasses with a slight tint stopped that.  lol

my eyes never gave me away, but once people "knew i was a girl" theyd comment on my feminine qualities like it was going to "make up" for "mistaking me for a guy"  i walked in to take an online test one day and the lady asked if i was daniel (i was flattered) but i told her no, and had to tell her my birth name so that she could get everything set up for me and she started apologizing and telling my how pretty my eyes were and that my hair was cute.  (i had a hot pink mohawk wtf?)

buuuut anyway, bio-guys tend to have longer and thicker eyelashes than bio-girls.  i think dark hair and blue eyes are preeeeetty.   in a totally masculine way of course. >.>

[Silver]

You've got a long face, that's pretty masculine and you'll probably pass well on T. As to the eyes and eyelashes, as far as I know eyelashes aren't hormonally influenced and they're the same between the sexes. So I really don't think so. Grow out your eyebrows though. You're a lucky guy.

SilverFang

[Inphyy]

I know guys all the time who have longer lashes then most women. Lashes are to keep sand and other things from getting into your eye, there's really not a difference between sexes!

[Miniar]

You can't tell behind my heavy prescription glasses that I have big puppydog eyes and long dark eyelashes.. but you know..
My cisgendered partner has 'em too.. his are, if anything, even "sweeter" and prettier than mine.

So, it's not a big deal really.
If it bothers you lots, then you can make a habit of gently pulling on your lashes every night, because lashes are "sensitive" and you'll find 'em falling out soon enough and you'll be left with a lot fewer lashes.. which, Can look far more weird, but.. *shrugs*

[Myself]

don't worry about your eyelashes
As others said, guys usually have long eyelashes.

The color and curve of the eye itself might change a little without estrogen and with t.

As others said, you have quite a face, bconsidering the jaw line, nose and a bit broad chin.

T will make your face seem even more angular, skin changes and let the eyebrows grow

[Radar]

Some of the longest (natural) eyelashes I've seen have been on guys. I only notice it because I have the mentality of women-should-have-longer eyelashes, which is stupid I know. But, in reality, it depends on the person... not the sex. It seems to be hereditary too.

I'm not sure if my eyelashes are short or if it's because they're blonde. I prefer mine being they way they are (short or looks short).

[Mr. Fox]

Nothing to worry about whatsoever. And sorry if I'm being too forward, but in my opinion, you'll make a REALLY hot guy.

SD

Dang, Sebastian, you've beaten me to it!

[Myself]

Makes me wonder if my eyes are feminine :X

[jet3]

long eye lashes are just a plus when you're a dude in my opinion. Girls love them and boys love them....lol
I havent even started T yet and mine don't stop me from passing, so once you're on T you will be good for sure! No worries

[Myself]

my face doesn't fit any category completely..

Kinda small mouth, full lips, nose is small just the tip masculine and it expands as I smile..

Then again, forehead is high, nose tip @@.. chin and only the back of the jaw is somewhat .. I dunno