Professional Makeup Artist Flashcards
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Which facial feature does contouring the temples and sides of the forehead help to achieve?
Answer: A narrower, more oval-shaped face
Contouring the temples and sides of the forehead reduces the perceived width and helps create a more oval face shape.
When working with mature skin, which foundation finish is generally most flattering?
Answer: Satin or dewy finish
A satin or dewy finish reflects light in a way that softens fine lines and wrinkles, while matte and powder finishes can settle into and emphasize them.
A client wants a smoky eye but has hooded eyelids. What adjustment should the makeup artist make?
Answer: Place the dark shadow slightly above the crease so it's visible when eyes are open
For hooded lids, placing dark shadow above the natural crease ensures the color is visible when the eyes are open rather than hidden under the hood.
What is the primary purpose of a primer specifically formulated for the lips?
Answer: To create a smooth base that helps lip color last longer and prevents feathering
Lip primers create an adhesive, smooth base that extends lipstick wear time and prevents the color from bleeding into fine lines around the mouth.
Which technique is used to make the nose appear narrower using makeup?
Answer: Applying contour shading along both sides of the nose bridge
Applying a matte contour shade along both sides of the nose bridge creates shadows that give the illusion of a slimmer nose.
In color theory, which two colors mixed together create a muddy, brownish result that should be avoided in eye looks?
Answer: Complementary colors such as purple and yellow
Mixing complementary colors (opposite on the color wheel) creates muddy brown tones because the colors cancel each other out.
What does 'stippling' mean when applied to makeup application?
Answer: Using a sponge in a pressing, dabbing motion to build coverage
Stippling is a dabbing or pressing motion used with a sponge or stippling brush to build coverage without disturbing the layers beneath.