A mother’s decision to allow her young daughter to experiment with makeup has sparked debate across social media platforms. TikToker Ceaira Fritcher recently found herself at the center of online attention after sharing videos of her 6-year-old daughter Evie applying her own makeup.
The videos quickly gained traction, accumulating thousands of views and comments. While many viewers supported the mother-daughter bonding activity, others criticized Fritcher for allowing a child so young to use beauty products.
Mother Responds to Critics
In a recent interview with PEOPLE magazine, Fritcher addressed the backlash she received. She expressed that what “upset” her most about the criticism was the judgment of her parenting choices without understanding the context or her relationship with her daughter.
“What bothered me was how quick people were to make assumptions about my parenting based on a short video,” Fritcher told PEOPLE. She emphasized that allowing Evie to play with makeup is a form of creative expression, not an attempt to sexualize or age her daughter prematurely—accusations that some critics had made.
Despite the negative comments, Fritcher stated firmly that she will continue to let Evie experiment with beauty products. She views makeup as a tool for self-expression and creativity rather than something exclusively for adults or teens.
Child Development and Creative Play
The controversy highlights broader discussions about childhood development and appropriate play activities. Many child development experts suggest that creative activities like makeup application can actually benefit children by:
- Developing fine motor skills
- Encouraging artistic expression
- Building confidence in making choices
- Creating opportunities for parent-child bonding
Dr. Amanda Johnson, a child psychologist not involved with the Fritcher family, notes that “children naturally mimic adult behaviors as part of their development. When supervised appropriately, activities like makeup application can be healthy forms of imaginative play.”
Social Media Reactions
The viral nature of the videos demonstrates how parenting choices can become public debates in the age of social media. Comments on Fritcher’s videos ranged from supportive to highly critical:
“She’s just having fun and expressing herself. Let kids be kids!” wrote one supporter.
Others questioned the appropriateness: “Isn’t six too young for makeup? What happened to preserving childhood?”
The mixed reactions reflect differing cultural and generational views on childhood, beauty standards, and parenting approaches.
Setting Boundaries
In her interview, Fritcher clarified that she does set boundaries around Evie’s makeup use. She mentioned that the makeup sessions occur at home, use age-appropriate products, and are always supervised.
“It’s not like she’s wearing a full face of makeup to school,” Fritcher explained. “This is playtime at home where she gets to be creative and have fun.”
She added that she uses these moments to teach Evie about self-care, hygiene, and the importance of removing makeup properly—life skills that will benefit her daughter as she grows older.
The debate around children and makeup continues to evolve as social media provides platforms for parents to share their approaches to raising children. For Fritcher and Evie, makeup remains a fun activity they enjoy together, regardless of outside opinions.
As the conversation continues online, Fritcher stands by her decision, focusing on her daughter’s joy and creative development rather than social media criticism.
