Why do the women's Chinese gymnastic team wear so much make up?

Question

They seem to wear way too much make up. why?

Or is it me they don't look good.

Answer 1

cause they like little girls, they like tooo.................

Answer 2

They don't really wear any more than the other gymnasts; they just wear blue or sparkly eyeshadow, so it stands out more.  The American gymnasts wear makeup, too, but they use more natural colors.  Each country/team has it's own style.  

Answer 3

well they want to seem more professional even tho we all no whos best! USA GYMNASTics my favorite sport to watch plus im a  gymnast GO NASTIA gooo Shawn!!!!!! yyyayayayayayayay peaceee. :)

Answer 4

So they look older than 12, which is probably close to their real ages.   (They are supposed to be at least 16 to compete.)

Answer 5

they just do...

Answer 6

I think to look older, but they looked awfull and younger with all that glitter!

Answer 7

It makes them feel special