Applying a foundation/base...

Applying foundation/base...

• Mix foundation to match models complexion Test on the bottom of the cheek, should disappear into skin.
• Always gown your model before applying any make-up and ensure you have filled out a the consultation notes to ensure you know what you can and cannot apply to your models face.
• Mix on back of the hand.
• Mix base with primer for thin mixture and apply sparsely to face using the foundation brush then buff into the skin using the powder brush.
• After the foundation is applied we cover it using powder. Powder can either be applied with a powder brush or tapped on the face using a sponge. Don't forget to include the neck or chest if they're included in the look.
• Use oil free, tinted moisturises, liquid on more greasy complexions.
• Liquid foundations- finer- build layer by layer, thin for more liquid base.
• Satin primer- dewy look
• Matte primer- matted look
• Matte primer use on t-zone of boys.
• Pink colours covers blues.
• Peachy/yellow covers browns.
• Green covers red.
• Only go 1-2 shades lighter with concealer under the eyes. Apply concealer under the eye using a small brush like the blending brush. Apply as a triangle under the eye and blend in. Conceal any other blemishes at the same time.
• Always finish by powdering face to set make-up.
• If adding grease products such as blushers add before powder.
• Really powder the eye to avoid the concealer or foundation creasing.

Equipment used;                 

Powder brush

Foundation brush

Blending brush

Black cape

Product's used;

Kryolan foundation

Illamasqua Satin primer

Illamasqua loose powder

Dermocolour Camouflage palette