Airbrushed makeup can help you get a flawless look that translates well on stage and in pictures, and it can even be applied for real-life events and occasions. Once you get the hang of it, airbrush makeup may even be easier than liquid or powder makeups to apply, and airbrush makeup usually has a finer finish, due to the smaller pigments used in the makeup. If you're thinking about trying airbrush makeup, you can learn to apply it fairly easily with a good airbrushing system.
History
Airbrushing has been used for decades in screen and on stage to help actors to look their best. In fact, it was even used in the 1922 movie "Ben Hur" as part of the makeup and costumes for the actors. Airbrush makeup can be traced as far back as 1893, but it was always used for commercial products. The first line of personal-use airbrushes was available in the 1970s, when the technique gained some popularity for regular, everyday use.
How It Works
Airbrush makeup, which is a finer pigmented and more liquid version of the liquid makeup you typically use, is fed into the airbrush pen, where a stream of compressed air causes the makeup to atomize the liquid into a fine mist, which is then applied to the face. The smaller mist gives the skin a smoother appearance as the makeup sits on top of the skin.
Technique
To airbrush your makeup successfully, learning how to apply it for the best results is necessary. You'll use a combination of pressure and hand movement to create the perfect look. When you have control of the airbrush pen trigger, you can cause the makeup to come out with a lot of force quickly or you can slow down the compressed air for a lighter touch. On your face, areas that need more coverage will need a heavier hand and a few layers. Other areas on the face may need only one thin layer.
Uses
Of course, airbrush makeup is used often when a person's face will be on screen to give the skin a flawless appearance. Some people may also use airbrush makeup on a daily basis, especially when in careers where they are seen and scrutinized. Others may prefer to use it for special occasions only. Airbrushing doesn't always have to be for foundation; blush and eyeshadow colors can also be airbrushed. You can use a darker color to airbrush a tan, or use different colors for an airbrushed temporary tattoo.
Safety
Always perform airbrushing in a room with good ventilation. The foundation is atomized into such small particles that it can be harmful when inhaled. Have the subject close her eyes so that you don't cause irritation. Remember to test the solution on a small patch of inconspicuous skin first, to make sure that the applicant's skin can tolerate the makeup solution.
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