Theater makeup can greatly enhance a performer's appearance for men and women. Often, using makeup is required for characters such as animals. But understanding apply makeup is important to achieving the desired effect.
Instructions
1. Wash your face before applying makeup. Use a gentle soap and makeup remover if you are wearing makeup already. Finish by applying a light moisturizer.
2. Apply cake makeup. The base of your makeup should be a cake foundation. Apply the product with a sponge applicator and blend it carefully into the neck area so you don't have lines. If you are changing the actor's skin tone, make sure to cover all exposed skin.
3. Highlight the actor's face. Use a foundation 1 to 2 shades lighter than the actor's skin tone for highlights and 1 to 2 shades darker for shadows. If you want the actor's nose to appear straight, use a highlighting foundation down the top of the nose.
4. Make sure to apply blush in order to prevent stage lights from washing out an actor's skin. Use a clean hand to apply a cream blush to the apples of the actor's cheeks. Make sure to blend well so the actor doesn't look like he is wearing blush.
5. Use a lip liner and lip color. If you want the actor to have a natural look, use a lip color that is 2 to 3 shades darker then the natural color. This will make the lips appear better on stage. Use a lip liner to outline the lips before applying the lip color.
