LOL LOL I guess you could say that I can be a girly girl and a complete slob...depending on my mood!
I was always more of a "tom-boy" growing up: playing sports and getting dirty outside, but once I hit my jr and sr years in high school and college, I turned more girly girl.

I think I started shaving my legs in jr. high...and I remember getting an electric razor for my birthday that year! What sorta b-day present is that? LOL LOL I was scared to shave with a razor for fear of being cut also, but once I did...I never went back to electric.
I don't think I started wearing make-up until high-school (so probably 14-15 age range). I didn't seriously date until my sr year in high school and college! LOL LOL
Like 2kitties said, I don't think my upbringing was overly strict (though I thought it was at the time...especially in high school - but I'm thankful for it now) or overly lenient...it was all earned, but I was actually a pretty good kid I guess

I think I'm even more girly girl now though! I have gotten into this thing for eye shadow and "sparkly" things! OMG! If I'm feeling down or stressed, I usually turn to my friends and say "I need some make-up" and we go shopping! It's so much fun to go to the different make-up counters in Nordstrom or Macy's to get your face all done up. LOL
But, I also just love lounge-wear for relaxing...flannel cat pajamas and sweats!