To many ladies, makeup is one of the essentials of life. We spend a lot of time choosing makeup that makes us look and feel gorgeous or professional, delight in new and exciting makeup tips and tricks and have fun trying out a new look for a special occasion. Putting on makeup is as much a part of our daily routine as is getting dressed and styling our hair. However, there are times when regular makeup won’t quite do the trick. When it comes to preparing for events such as weddings, fashion photo shoots, movies, or TV shows, certain makeup tools and products are needed. One of the most efficient and widely used professional techniques is airbrush makeup.
How Does Airbrush Makeup Work?
Airbrush makeup is a technique that has been around for several decades now. In fact, the first time airbrush makeup was used was in 1959, during the filming of the classic film Ben Hur. There were many actors who all needed to have special makeup applied for certain scenes and to save time, a technique was developed whereby makeup was sprayed onto the casts’ faces and bodies. A fine mist of makeup is sprayed through an airbrush gun. The tiny droplets of makeup settles lightly on the skin and connect together, creating a light and smooth layer over the face. There are several types of makeup that can be applied with an airbrush gun, including foundation, blush and eye shadow.
What Makes Airbrush Applied Makeup Superior?
Airbrush makeup has several unique benefits which make it one of the most superior and important tools in the professional and HD makeup world. After makeup has been sprayed on with an airbrush gun, it creates a layer which is very light and evenly distributed. The resulting appearance on the face is natural looking and has the sheen of healthy, clear skin, rather than looking caked on. This is especially important for actors or news anchors, because it gives the skin a smoother and more flawless appearance. The smooth surface provided by the airbrush makeup makes it easier to do contouring or to stencil on fantasy makeup for costumes. Some types of airbrush makeup, made with silicone, are waterproof. The long lasting, natural and perfect appearance of airbrushed makeup has made it increasingly popular, as has the fact that it is a more sanitary option, since the only thing that touches the skin is the mist of makeup coming out of the airbrush gun.
