subject: Working With Make-up Professionals Use [print this page] The average consumer now has access to a wide variety of professional makeup products. This was not always the case. Previously, professional makeup was not often used by the public, nor was it available for purchase.
Professional makeup used to be very heavy and harsh. It was usually in cake form, and had consistency similar to stage makeup. This of course is not the look you want walking around town or going out on a date.
Now we don't have to use such heavy makeup for professional purposes. Better technology allows for a lighter hand with makeup and subtler application, that still will show up on film or television. As a result, you can wear a lot of the professional makeup out there and not look like you are trying out for clown school.
Don't assume that professional makeup is the most expensive makeup. This is a myth. Often, professionals use drug store items or inexpensive products that happen to work beautifully and are easy to use.
It is not hard to discover which products are used by professionals. If you read beauty reviews, often the reviewer will note if a product is popular with makeup artists. If the product is often a choice of professionals, you can trust the product. Makeup artists know what works and what does not, and are not tolerant of poor quality items or products that are hard to apply.
Use the following professional tips for application:
Apply eye makeup with a high quality professional brush designed to be used for that product. Use a shadow brush for shadow, and a liner brush for liner. You'll have greater control, and the product will blend more easily.
Quality eyeliner is a must. Professional quality eyeliner is easier to use. Lining brings attention to your eyes. The upper lid should be lined for both day and night wear; only line the lower lid at night or when you are going for more drama.
You can build a professional makeup wardrobe quickly by purchasing palettes. One such palette is the Day to Play Palette by Pop Beauty. Most beauty palettes will include at least one cheek color, several eye shadows, and several lipsticks or glosses. By using them in different combinations and with different application, you will have makeup for a variety of settings and effects.
