Celebrity faces on red carpet always seem to be flawlessly perfect. At The ColorPallete by Safa Rastham, we break down polished looks to educate beauty lovers on the different types of artistry that go into celebrity makeup. Glowing skin, sculpted features, and flawless makeup – all of these things are possible because of how well the artistry is done; all types of makeup will look perfect in the real world, as well as under bright cameras. However, how are such beautiful, star-style looks created? The answer is found in a celebrity makeup artist’s kit. It’s not about having a ton of different products; rather, it’s about knowing your client’s skin type, utilizing the proper products, and knowing how to alter makeup. for different situations.
What does a celebrity makeup artist keep in their professional makeup kit? There are usually many specific products that makeup artists keep in their makeup kits; below are a few examples of the types of products found in most artist’s kits and how each product can provide a unique look!
Foundation of Star Power is Skin Prep
Makeup is just the icing on top of a cake (skin), however before any makeup touches the skin, proper prep is the beginning stage. The celebrity artist has in their makeup kits products that will hydrate, provide moisture and calm the skin quickly and effectively through hydration.
The preparation process allows for better longevity of the makeup application, allowing for better chances of a better fit, and gives artists the chance to create a customized base for each event, whether it is a morning event, red carpet event or studio lighting. Preparing the skin alone creates the biggest difference in the final look’s polish.
Complexion Essentials: Creating a Flawless Base
Celebrity makeup kits are designed with their complexion products and the formulation of these products is how the professional artist decides which products to use based on the ability to build coverage, finish and longevity. Rather than simply putting down heavy layers of foundation, the artist relies on placement over the entire face to create a balanced look while keeping the face looking natural and not overly made up.
In the application process, concealer techniques also play an important role in creating an even look. Instead of applying concealer over the entire face, makeup professionals will apply it only to specific areas like under the eyes, around the nose, on blemishes, etc. This ensures the skin continues to have a skin-like appearance with a perfect finish. The artist doesn’t want to mask your personal, but to accentuate it.
Sculpting Products: Subtle Definition, Maximum Impact
In most instances, the makeup artists will create a very naturalized appearance as opposed to dramatic contours and solid lines. Celebrities often rely upon softer sculpting products for a more subtle definition of their features. In many instances, these products help to enhance the bone structure, add warmth, and give depth to the face so that the images taken of a celebrity look great in front of the camera.
When it comes to creating a healthy, youthful appearance for the celebrity, the key ingredient in making this happen is with the addition of blush and highlights. A well-placed blush will give the impression that the individual has a much healthier-looking complexion. A highlight will give the impression of a radiant glow; however, it must be balanced with other features so that it does not look false.
Eye Makeup Staples: Designed for Expression
The eyes of a celebrity are usually a focal point when it comes to their look because they can be a great way to show off one’s personality and personal style. The majority of celebrity make-up artists will have many different options available in their kits when it comes to eye products. Most have neutral tones which work well on all different skin tones and in all different styles. Deeper tones help give an added sense of drama when using during evening looks.
Having precision tools available as well as eyeshadow is just as important. Having clean blended eyes and a controlled application will allow for expressive looking eyes even under high definition cameras. The focus for daytime and evening looks is to enhance an individual’s eye shape rather than overpowering the individual’s eyes with the product.
Brows: Framing the Face
Brow is one of the biggest trends in makeup for modern celebrities, as their makeup artists are now focusing on creating a brow that looks naturally full, well-groomed, high structure, In contrast to the rest of the makeup, it has a modest structure. The goal for many make-up artists is not to follow the expected shape of a celebrity’s brow, but rather to extend the natural brow shape and enhance it slightly.
Well-groomed brows give the face proportion and symmetry, and help to balance the overall appearance of the face and the makeup applied. While this may seem like a small detail, having perfectly groomed brows is a major step in getting that polished, ultra-professional, photo-ready appearance.
Lip Products: From Soft Statements to Bold Moments
A celebrity make-up artist’s collection will include a number of lip products spanning the spectrum from subtle to statement-making. The foundation colours are primarily neutral shades, emphasising classic elegance, while more robust hues are reserved for when the lip demands attention.
Comfort and longevity are two key components of these products. Therefore, professionals tend to select products that feel light in weight and stay put for the duration of an entire event, interview or photoshoot. Ultimately, a celebrity should appear well-groomed and polished and not have to constantly touch-up their lip products in order for the aesthetic of their appearance to carry through with confidence throughout their busy day to day activity.
Tools of the Trade: Where Technique Meets Precision
Tools define celebrity makeup kits, just as product selection does. Carefully constructed brushes, sponges, applicators, etc., help create the desired finish and shape. Using the right type of tools can alter the performance of the product when applied to the skin.
Clean tools also represent an artist’s level of professionalism; consequently, celebrity makeup artists have very rigid hygiene protocols in place to ensure that they create safe, smooth and consistent applications. This careful attention to detail is one of the distinguishing characteristics between professionally applied and everyday makeup.
Adaptability: The True Secret Weapon
Celebrity makeup kits must be adaptable, as the artists that use them often work in multiple environments: from outdoor events to working in a studio for photographs. The makeup that is included in a celebrity kit must perform well in all of these settings, and so the products that are selected must be flexible so that an artist can quickly transition from one look to another without losing the foundation of the original look.
Because of their ability to adapt, celebrity makeup kits continue to be fashionable and in-demand, regardless of setting or trend.
Bringing Celebrity Techniques Into Your Routine
The process and reasons for our love for celebrity beauty are very achievable for most of us. The three main principles of celebrity makeup include prepping the skin, enhancing instead of hiding, and utilizing good technique to create the desired result. All of these principles can enhance the makeup routine of a beginner and/or a professional makeup artist, even if they aren’t on the red carpet every day.
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