How to: Mermaid Makeup
Learn all about creating a mermaid makeup with colorful scales, or a siren makeup with a more sinister feel, learn everything you need to know.
Why 1950s Makeup is Classic Glamour
1950s makeup tips and tricks will give you some of the best, most beautiful results, and is a good start to learning how to bring out your natural beauty.
What is an Editorial Makeup Look?
Get a clear understanding of what it means to create an editorial makeup look, and learn how to get creative with makeup.
MFX Tricks: Create an Ice Makeup Look and Frostbite Makeup
Get tips and tricks on creating an icy makeup look for an ice queen, frostbite makeup, and other ice mfx. Ice Makeup Tips and Tricks Ice and frostbite makeup are really fun makeups to try, and for beginners, these looks can be pretty simple. The payoff is great too because you can create something that […]
How to: Whoville Makeup That’s Uniquely You-Who
Whoville makeup is a holiday staple. Learn how to create a unique Whoville makeup by following these simple tips and tutorials.
Do This for a Week and Get Confident in Doing Makeup
Getting confident in doing makeup takes time and a ton of patience. But that’s what makes the makeup journey special. And difficult. I’ve been on and off this journey so many times, my confidence in doing makeup fluctuating along the way. At one point I stuck with just the bare minimum, doing my makeup only […]
Beginner’s Guide to Face Charts
Face charts are a secret weapon. We’re about to learn what face charts are and how to use them. If you’ve never heard of face charts, these babies are everything. Especially for a self-taught artist. We’re such perfectionists when it comes to our creative makeup. Using these is a great way to plan out the […]
How to Do Grayscale Makeup
Learn how to create a grayscale makeup that looks like you stepped out of a black and white film.
Create a Scary Monster Makeup
Monster makeup is the best part of Halloween. It’s what separates the brave from the onlookers. Monster makeup isn’t for the faint of heart. Most of us experience monsters starting at a young age. Maybe a scary story or a movie was your introduction to the world of monsters. Monsters in our closets or under […]
How to: Beetleglam Makeup
There are only three things you’ll never catch me saying 3 times in a mirror with the lights out. Candyman. (I don’t care what anyone says. I ain’t doing it.) Bloody Mary. (See above. Hmph.) And Beetlejuice. While the first two are the truth (don’t judge), Beetlejuice is one of the funniest, most iconic movies […]
How To: Puppet Makeup
When I was about 8, I wrote a story about a talking dummy who walked around at night. It was a concept that I hadn’t yet seen on screen. Just the thought of it was enough to write about it. My dad even had a dummy named Lester. That doll scared the crap outta me. […]
Glow in the Dark Makeup
Learn special tips and the products used to make a glowing makeup look. UV makeup is one of the most creative makeup looks around. The looks created using glow paints can be anything from a skull to a night sky, but there are so many other looks you can create. Let’s dig into how to […]
How To: Fire Makeup
Learn everything you need to know about creating burns, melted skin, and fiery flames with makeup. Use different mediums to create realistic burns, scabs, and hot lava.
How to: Living Statue Makeup
Some makeups are so realistic you can’t help but ask how it’s done. People ask to get up close so they can spot the real from the fake, but the best effects are indistinguishable. The living statue makeup is one that is simple to complete, yet gives the same impact. It looks soooooo real! What […]
How to: 80’s Makeup
The 80’s was a fun time for makeup and makeup effects. The looks were colorful and bright, but there was also a grunge, rock look that stood out. Take a look at the 80’s and how to create an authentic look.