Light tone makeup san francisco

Light tone makeup is not a technique one would use for everyday makeup application. However, using lighter tones can be subtly effective in photographic work, creating a clean but experimental look.

The technique I used on this particular model involved toning down her full face including her brows.

This can be done by applying a light based shade over the brows and keeping the cheeks light but still vibrant with color.

On this occasion, we wanted her lips to particularly stand out and this was achieved by using a heavy duty gloss lips makeup application.

In this image shown on the left, I applied black floral lace to the side of the model’s face.

As the lace was such a focal point, my next job was to complete the look by balancing the lace with the colors used in my makeup application.

Dark eye makeup weighed out the color and fullness of the lace while red glossy lips gave the image a boost of color and energy. As a makeup artist, it’s always fun to experiment with different textures and colors.

Welcome Bride To Be…

So your special day is coming up?

As a makeup artist, I love working closely with brides to ensure they feel absolutely stunning on their wedding day.

I like to make my brides feel comfortable and content during our pampering session and walk away feeling fresh and beautiful, ready to embrace the day!

Trials are recommended so that the bride and I can communicate as to how they would like their makeup applied on the wedding day.

Ideas can be passed round and I can get to know the bride’s features and the best way to compliment the bride, her style and personality.

Brides are more than welcome to bring samples of dresses or images that provide a better understanding of the entire look on the day. The idea is to work as best as we can together, to ensure you feel like the beautiful bride you are.

I pride myself on my elegant style of bridal and wedding makeup applications and I ensure my applications are long lasting and photographic all day.

Thanks for Visiting!

- Chelsea

Phone: (650) 575-8986
email: chelseamakeup@gmail.com
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Makeup artists work always looks best under natural lighting

Natural lighting is a makeup artists best friend, as it keeps things looking natural and at their best.

If natural light is not an option, a fluorescent bulb will do the trick.

As a makeup artist, when working with a photographer it is important to discuss what lighting strategies will be used.

Different lighting techniques can change the look of makeup dramatically.

Having knowledge on the style of lighting also helps when applying highlights and contouring.

A natural, light makeup application.

Flawless Skin = Flawless Makeup!

Spend more time caring for your skin and less time applying makeup.

Cleanser: Removes excess oil and dirt from the skin and is essential for preparing a makeup base.

Cream – for dry skin
Lotion – suitable for most skin types
Foam – oily or combination skin types
Gel – suitable for most skin types

Toner: Removes traces of cleanser, refreshes and refines the texture of the skin.

Moisturizer: Moisturizers helps protect the top layer of the skin (epidermis), retains moisture and prepares the skin for makeup.

Cream – for dry skins, or as a nighttime treatment
Lotion – suitable for most skin types, use as a daytime base under foundation
Oil Free – use on oily or combination skin types

Eye Cream: The skin around the eye is very delicate and also the driest part of the face, which shows aging. Using specialist products is beneficial for softening and hydrating the eye area.

Exfoliates: Helps to remove dead skin cells, polishing the skin and making it more receptive to moisturizers and foundations.

Skin Primer: Creates a soft invisible layer to smooth out the skin before applying foundation and makeup. Ideal for open pores.

Sunscreen: An essential product and the only skincare product that protects the skin from premature aging. Apply everyday under makeup.

Makeup for eyes and brows

To create the perfect brow, face shape and features need to be considered.

Eyebrows frame the eyes and can influence the overall expression on the face.

For longer faces, try a straighter brow with a soft arch.

Rounder Faces, higher arches create a more slender look.

Those who have smaller features, a thinner brow looks best.

A fuller brow compliments stronger features.

It is also important, when applying eyebrow makeup to match your natural eyebrow color and also compliment your hair color.

Often two or more colors can be used for a more realistic effect.

Applying shadow in place of pencil also creates a softer look.

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Foundation
Experiment with a number of colors for a complimenting shade. For yellow undertones try mixing beige, golden and pink base foundations.

Concealer:
Add a small amount of pink into your concealer to even out brownish areas.

Face Powder:
A translucent powder is effective, however for best results combine with a tinted powder, such as a violet, coral or pink.

Cheeks:
Emphasize cheekbones by applying blush makeup high on the cheek apples.

Eyes:
Create depth by using a darker color to shade a crease into the eye socket and highlight the lid area. Line the top lash line and outer bottom lash line, curl lashes to open the eye.

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Spring is here so add a splash of color!

Look #1

This season brings bold lips in orange red shades, glossy, creamy or matte.

Apply a lip liner that matches your natural lip color then apply the lipstick with a brush.

Compliment bold lips with neutral shades on the eyes.

Look #2

Pastel Eye Shadows are back!

Green, pink, lavender, light blue and turquoise are all the go this season. Go easy with the lips, compliment bright eyes with nude lips and a pinch of peachy or pink shades for the cheeks.
Add a little mascara to define lashes.

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Below are the techniques for blush makeup which should be applied depending on the face shape.

Oval Face: Apply blush to the apples of the cheeks and brush up onto cheek bone.

Round Face: Apply blush vertically to thin the face with a small amount on the apples.

Long Face: Apply blush to the apples in a rounded shape to make the face appear wider.

Square Face: Apply blush vertically to make the face appear longer and thinner.

Heart Face: Apply blush horizontally to widen the lower part of the face.

Diamond Face: Apply blush vertically to thin the widest part of the cheek area.

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Corrective contouring makeup helps to create illusions for different face shapes.

We can disguise or enhance what we have by contouring and highlighting certain areas.

Light Colors are used to highlight and enhance certain features.

Dark Colors act as a shade or contour to de-emphasize.

Contour products include foundations and darker matte powders/bronzers.

Light colored powders and shimmers can be used as highlights.

The base color should match the skin tone and the contouring should be 1-2 shades darker than the skin tone.

Highlights should be 1-2 shades lighter than the skin tone.

It’s fun to experiment with different makeup tones and applications for special occasions in San Francisco.