Makeup Test Notes PDF

Color Theory ​ Hue: Pure color that differentiates one from another (e.g., red vs blue)​. ​ Intensity: Vividness or brightness of a color​. ​ Value: Lightness or darkness of a color​. ○​ Tint: Adding white to a color (highest value) ○​ Shade: Adding black to a color (low...

Color Theory ​ Hue: Pure color that differentiates one from another (e.g., red vs blue)​. ​ Intensity: Vividness or brightness of a color​. ​ Value: Lightness or darkness of a color​. ○​ Tint: Adding white to a color (highest value) ○​ Shade: Adding black to a color (lowest value) ○​ Tone: Adding gray to a color (middle value) ​ Primary Colors: Red, blue, yellow​ ​ Secondary Colors: Orange, green, violet​ ​ Complementary Colors: Colors opposite each other on the color wheel (e.g., red and green) ​ Cool Hues: Blue-based colors like blue, violet, and green​ ​ Warm Hues: Yellow-based colors like red, orange, and peach​ ​ Skin Complexion Descriptors: ○​ Ruddy: Red or flushed appearance​ ○​ Sallow: Yellowish or pale appearance​ Best/Worst Colors for Skin Tones ​ Warm Undertones (Peach/Golden): Peaches, corals, golden browns, rusts work well​. ​ Cool Undertones (Bluish-Pink, Olive): Blues, violets, cherry reds, and fuchsias are flattering​. ​ Neutral Colors: Suited for almost anyone, as they aren't strongly blue or yellow-based​. Preparing the Canvas ​ Undertone vs. Overtone: 1.​ Undertone: Subtle hue under the surface (e.g., warm, cool, neutral) that doesn't change​ 2.​ Overtone: Surface skin color that may change with seasons or conditions (e.g., redness, tanning)​ ​ Swatching/Testing Foundation: 1.​ Best areas for testing: Neck or jawline​. 2.​ Avoid testing on wrists, hands, or forehead​. ​ Order of Application: 1.​ Primer/Moisturizer 2.​ Skin Tone Correctors (optional) 3.​ Foundation 4.​ Concealer (before or after foundation) 5.​ Powder​ ​ Objectives of Foundation:  1.​ Protect the skin (often contains sunscreen) 2.​ Even out skin tone 3.​ Hide imperfections 4.​ Create a base for makeup​ Skin Tone Correctors ​ Green: Cancels redness (e.g., acne or rosacea) ​ Lavender: Neutralizes sallowness ​ Yellow/Orange: Corrects blue or greenish under-eye darkness ​ Pink: Brightens dull complexions​​ ​ Application Tips: ○​ For Asian or dark skin tones, always mix with foundation ○​ Can be used before foundation or mixed with it for Caucasian skin​ Concealers ​ Has higher pigment concentration than foundation ​ Available in various types (pot, stick, tube)​ ​ Uses: ○​ Hide dark circles, scars, pigmentation, and skin conditions​ ​ Application Tips: ○​ Apply in a stippling motion (pat to blend) ○​ Yellow undertones are best for under-eye darkness​ ○​ Use "Hollywood V Technique" for shaping the face​ Contouring & Highlighting Main Objectives ​ Highlighting (Matte or iridescent): Brings features forward. ​ Contouring (Matte only): Pushes areas back to create depth. ​ Sculpting: The combination of both techniques. ​ Common Uses: ○​ Correcting facial proportions (e.g., short forehead, receding chin, long nose). ○​ Enhancing natural bone structure (cheekbones, jawline, nose, etc.). Bones of the Face & Corrective techniques ​ Zygomatic (Cheekbones): Key for contouring, found by pressing on cheek area. ○​ Enhances contouring; high cheekbones can be accentuated with highlight/shading ​ Mandible (Jawbone): Helps define jawline contour. ○​ Defines lower face; contouring can soften or sharpen jawline appearance ​ Orbital (Eye Sockets): Determines eye makeup corrections. ○​ Affects how shadows and highlights are placed around the eyes ​ Temporal (Temples): Can be contoured for a slimmer face effect. ○​ Understanding the depth assists in aging makeup or creating hollow-cheek effects Facial Proportions & Zones Three Zones of the Face: 1.​ Frontal Zone (Superior/Frontal) – Hairline to eyebrows. 2.​ Middle Zone (Median/Sensitive) – Eyebrows to nose base. 3.​ Lower Zone (Inferior/Instinctive) – Nose base to chin. Facial Profile Types: ​ Straight: Ideal, forehead & chin aligned. ​ Convex: Forehead & chin recede, middle of face more prominent. ​ Concave: Forehead & chin are prominent, middle of face set back. Oval Face Proportions ​ Ideal Face Shape ​ Width = 5 eye lengths ​ Mouth Width = Distance between irises ​ Minimal contouring/highlighting needed. Blush Application Purpose of blush ​ Designed to give complexion a healthy glow and serve other purposes General Guidelines 1.​ Apply starting from outer cheek toward the center. 2.​ Use imaginary lines from pupil & base of the nose to determine placement. 3.​ Different application for different face shapes: ○​ Long or Narrow Face: Apply horizontally at the cheekbone to add width ○​ Short or Round Face: Apply in diagonal/triangular shape to lengthen. ○​ Square Face: Circular application to soften edges. ○​ Heart Face: Square blush placement below cheekbones. ○​ Pear Face: Blush low on cheeks, blend up and out toward hairline Lighting & Makeup ​ Different light sources affect makeup perception. ​ Adjust color choices accordingly. Eye Makeup & Corrections 5 Points of Eye Analysis: 1.​ Size: Small, average, large, prominent. 2.​ Shape: Upturned, average, downturned. 3.​ Spacing: Close-set, wide-set, or balanced. 4.​ Balance: Visibility of lid, crease, and brow bone. 5.​ Color: Enhancing natural eye color. Corrective Eye Makeup Techniques: ​ Close-Set Eyes: Light shades inside, dark outside, extend liner outward. ​ Wide-Set Eyes: Dark shades inside, light outside, bring brows closer. ​ Deep-Set Eyes: Light on lids, dark in crease, avoid upper liner. ​ Protruding Eyes: Matte, dark shades, minimal shimmer. ​ Hooded Eyes: Dark on hood, highlight brow bone. Eyebrows & Corrections 3 Key Brow Points: 1.​ Start – Inner corner of eye. 2.​ Arch – Above iris. 3.​ End – Diagonal from nostril to outer eye corner. Corrections: ​ Round Brow Start: Makes forehead wider, eyes appear farther apart. ​ Square Brow Start: Slenderizes nose, brings eyes closer. ​ Long Nose: Brows farther apart, arch further out. ​ Short Nose: Angular brows to create length. ​ Wide Nose: Brows closer together with square start. ​ Narrow Nose: Brows farther apart with round start. Key Qualities of a Successful Makeup Artist 1.​ Artistic Skill: Ability to enhance features. 2.​ Client Engagement: Knowledge of trends & product recommendations. 3.​ Observation Skills: Assessing client’s best features, skin type, tone, face shape, and problem areas.