I agree, I mean it only seems like yesterday when I went out and bought her "debut" album but it was like 20+ years ago or something. When I found out she was 50 last year I think, I was blown away so yeah you can never tell how old she is lol.
I think women will gradually learn about that industry and how they don't have to splash on all the makeup to look beautiful, of course a lot of beauty is inside as we know. As a man, I don't mind if a woman wears a bit of makeup, whatever makes someone feel good, but I do love the natural look. I have always thought it must be such hard work for women that put loads of makeup on and then have to take it off again at night. Good post :)