"Ladies, please wear light makeup to work from December to motivate our team," Luo's message read. He also said that the firm's "gentlemen" will crowdfund to treat women to afternoon tea. As he did not receive any message, he messaged again to state the importance. 'Ladies, Please Wear Light Makeup To Work': Chinese Firm Slammed for Asking Female Employees To Wear Makeup To 'Motivate' Team; Boss Says Joke Misunderstood.