Important Guidelines for Airbrushing Makeup
Airbrush makeup has grown in popularity for two reasons: makeup artists, and women in general, want flawless makeup coverage quickly; and high definition television and cameras have created a demand for more pore-minimizing, imperfection-erasing makeup coverage than ever before. Does this Spark an idea?
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How It Works
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Airbrush makeup technology mimics that used in car painting and spray paint. Airbrush kits include a small sprayer, hose, compressor and foundation color, while some airbrush makeup comes ready-made (mixed) in a ready-to-spray can. The sprayer releases tiny pigment particles which fill pores and fine lines in a way that is hard to achieve with traditional face makeup.
What Airbrush Makeup Is Made Of
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High quantities of fine pigment powders (that don't dissolve) in liquid, usually water, alcohol and sometimes oil, compose airbrush makeup. Formulas are usually very thin and lightweight, which allows them to pass through the sprayer without clogging it every time.
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Preparation
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Cleanse the skin before applying makeup, removing oil and dirt with toner or soap, and moisturize. Conceal dark areas, like under eyes and sides of nose, blemishes and redness with concealer.
Application
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Whether using the ready-to-spray can or the airbrush sprayer kit, application is the same. Keep the nozzle 6 to 8 inches from the face, close the eyes and spray down the middle of the face first. Keep the sprayer moving constantly for even application.
Keeping It Even
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Spray the neck, jaw and under the chin sufficiently so coverage and color is even throughout. Spraying the ears is not recommended because the particles may end up in the ear canal.
Maintaining Airbrush Makeup
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The airbrush kit requires more maintenance than cans because the sprayer nozzle requires running a cleaning liquid through it to keep from clogging. The ready-to-use cans only need the nozzle hole to be wiped with alcohol or soapy warm water to prevent clogs.
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