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Originally Posted by curl1982
The only bit I know is that you put a foundation of blusher on your eyelids before applying the eyeshadow - Apparently that brings out the colour better and makes your eyes bigger/more expressionate...:rolleyes
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I've been a makeup artist for five years and have been in love with makeup for many more, but I have never heard that! Then again, you learn something new every day.
I don't suggest putting blush on the lids, however, it is a good idea to layer the eye color so that it lasts and the color "pops". I would suggest beginning with a cream formula (MAC makes a great one called "Paint Pots") and then adding your powder shadows on top. A bit of sparkle in the eye region is nice, but I wouldn't cover your whole eye in it. A smokey eye is a great look and can be done in plenty of different color combinations. The most traditional is a grey or black, but I like to experiment with different colors - if you have brown eyes, try shades of plum, blue or green; if you have blue eyes, try brown or bronze. Use liner - black or brown usually works best - liquid is nice for stage, as is gel. Add false lashes - they work well onstage. Also, be sure to fill in your brows! People often forget that and having a filled brow really makes a difference - it adds a frame for the face and helps your features to stand out. You can use a pencil or a powder to fill the brows.
Make sure to wear foundation! People try to skip foundation sometimes, but I do not recommend that at all. You need to even the skin out. Apply loose powder on top to cut down the shine. If you're ready to experiment with your makeup, I would suggest using three shades of blush (all in the same color family) - the deepest shade in the hollows of the cheeks as contour, the medium shade on the apples of the cheeks and the lightest shade on the tops of the cheekbones as a highlight. If you're not ready to go that far, at least use a very bright blush (much brighter than you would wear for a normal day).
For lips, most people use some shade of red. There is a red that works well on everyone! Line the lips and then add the red. Blot and add another layer. Blot again. If you're using a bright color, apply with a brush, so that you can be precise and it doesn't wind up all over your face. I would avoid gloss if you're using a veil or similar prop - you'll wind up with it stuck to your lips.
Makeup is my other great love besides dancing, so feel free to ask any questions, if what I've said isn't clear!
Makeda