Makeup Flashcards
Kit supplies (1)
Makeup case/ set bag Brushes 2 brush cups/tray Stainless steel palette Stainless steel alcohol Hand sanitizer Hand towels Hand Mirror Single use items
Kit supplies (2)
Eye Makeup remover Face wipes Hydrating cream Lip moisturizer Eyelash curler Moisture spray Finishing spray Garbage container Breath mints
Kit supplies (3)
Face primer Foundation Concealer Colour corrector Face powder Contour/highlighter Blush Eye shadow Eye liner Mascara Lip products
Brushes - Natural Hair
Dry products (shadows, powder, blush) evenly disperse
Brushes - Synthetic Hair
Cream products (fuller)
Brushes - Dual Fibre Hair
Both completion work (foundation, concealer) (natural powder)
Washing makeup brushes:
1) wet brushes in warm running water with the bristles pointing down
2) use antibacterial soap to wash makeup out of brush (repeat 3 times)
3) use 70% alcohol or high grade brush cleaner to give a final wipe
4) Re-shape brush
5) Air dry
6) Clean handles
Spot clean makeup brushes:
Use a high grade brush cleaner and a terry towel
Prepping the skin:
Thorough preparation of the skin will affect the quality and longevity of the application. Begin the application with clean and hydrated skin.
3 steps to prepping the skin for makeup:
1) thoroughly clean the skin and eyes of any oil make up or oil’s
2) light moisturizer for a smooth application. Do you not use too much moisturizer or it may cause make up to smudge, move or appear oily
3) finish the skin preparation with moisture spray
Foundation Primer:
Creates a barrier between the skin and the foundation. It helps the foundation to go on evenly and smoothly. It minimizes fine lines, diminishes large pores, reduces the appearance of dry skin, reduces shine and helps make up last longer.
Foundation Textures and Coverage:
1) tinted moisturizer: can create your own by mixing foundation with a moisturizer or purchase one
2) liquid foundation: most popular with the most variety
3) cream foundation: full coverage, can be used to contour and highlight, great for photos
4) dual finish foundation: good for layering, can be used to contour and highlight
5) mineral foundation: good for sensitive skin, not for photography
6) HD Foundation: diffuses light and evens skin, hydrating, plumps skin
7) airbrushing: sprays powder particles, can charge more
3 considerations when choosing a foundation:
1) what is the application for?
2) what is the coverage needed?
3) what is the texture of the skin? (Acne, dry, oily, mature, etc.)
Common benefits in some foundations:
Hypo-allergenic (safe for sensitive skin)
Contains no mineral oil (good for a wider range of skin types)
Contains SPF (sun protection)
Non-comedogenic (does not clog pores, therefore safe for problematic skin)
Contains topical antiseptic (fights bacteria)
Waterproof (does not crack or fade)
Paraben free (harmful ingredients used as preservatives)
Completion colour corrections:
Peach/orange - used for darkness under eyes, pigmentation, acne scarring
Yellow/gold - used for vascular darkness used eyes, red areas and brightening
Violet - used for brightening sallow skin
Green- used for red areas on the face and acne scarring
Basic client consultation questions for all applications:
• questions will vary depending on service or assignment
• questions will help makeup artist choose the right products, colours, textures, and style
• basic cautionary client questions to ask before any application:
Allergies
Sensitivities to any products
Do they wear contacts
Do they have lash extensions
Correcting face shapes and features:
Creating an illusion through the proper use of contour and highlighter on specific areas, therefore you will be Visually decreasing or increasing the apparent size, facial features or face shapes (proportions).
Basic corrective rule:
Highlighting emphasizes the area and contouring minimizes the area. Contouring and highlighting on the face is done to create a better balance and symmetry.
Contouring products:
Contours are darker than the skin. Cream or powder textures may be used. Matt finishes should be used.
Highlighting products:
Highlighters are lighter than the skin. Cream or powder textures may be used. Illuminating or matte finish is may be used.
7 face shapes:
Oval Inverted triangle Oblong Round Square Diamond Triangle
Determining the face shape:
1) pull Hair away from the face
2) looks straight onto your clients face
3) observe length vs width
4) observe where the widest areas of the face are
