How to Apply Goth Makeup to Look Gothic

The goth culture bases much of its look on how an individual wears his or her clothes, hair and makeup. It all comes down to how you present yourself. Gothic makeup is one of the most noticeable elements of goth style. Typically, goth makeup is dark and bold. Learn how to apply goth makeup to look gothic.

Difficulty: Moderate

Instructions

1. Buy your makeup only after carefully reviewing its quality. Expensive makeup is not always better than cheap makeup. Ask your friends for recommendations on what makeup works well for your budget.

2. Work with what you have. Look at your face in the mirror and note the areas that you wish to accentuate with your goth makeup.

3. Build a color framework in which to work. Goth makeup is not all the same, and there are various style and fashion trends in goth makeup. For example, a darker Gothic makeup style would involve higher makeup contrast when applied to your face (e.g. black eyeliner and white foundation). A softer goth makeup look may incorporate more color, such as a dark red lipstick.

4. Focus on your Gothic eye makeup. Bold eyeliner, whether its penciled in or liquid eye liner, can help your eyes pop out and is one of the defining characteristics of learning how to apply goth makeup. Also, play around with eye shadow and different applications of eye makeup.

5. Coordinate your goth makeup with your Gothic clothing. Match colors or styles if you're feeling especially adventurous in your gothic makeup applications.

[akumaxkami]

on 8/11/2009 Good article.