A designer or key makeup artist needs great assistants. No one person can work a large makeup department on their own – it is simply not possible! Assistants are the oil… Read More »How to be the Best Makeup Assistant
There are tons of books on makeup artistry and, of course, some are more helpful than others. So, to help narrow it down, we have put together a shortlist of… Read More »Books Every Media Makeup Artist Should Read
Airbrushing is a fabulous way to apply makeup and can be used for various applications, including bridal, film, SFX and high fashion. However, airbrush makeup application is an art form… Read More »The Basics of Airbrush Equipment
In a word – yes! It’s a good idea to take out makeup artist insurance cover. A career in makeup can be very rewarding and, most of the time, nothing… Read More »Do Makeup Artists Need Insurance Cover?
Makeup in the 1920s was coming of age and a new generation of women was discovering it. At this time, makeup products and colours were very limited. Most cosmetics on… Read More »Vintage 1920s Makeup Colour Charts & Brochures
Here we have a collection of vintage 1950s makeup colour charts and brochure excerpts. They give us an insight into the popular colours provided by mainstream cosmetic brands. Additionally, application… Read More »Vintage 1950s Makeup Colour Charts & Brochures
Prosthetic makeup is a specialist field of makeup artistry. It is used to create a variety of enhanced three-dimensional character looks and effects, from ageing and injuries to all sorts… Read More »What is Prosthetic Makeup?
A skin compatibility test is also known as a patch test. It is an essential step to take when working with special effects makeup and hair colouring products. Ultimately, it… Read More »Skin Compatibility Test
A look at how to choose the right type of makeup foundation for your skin type and tone. We also look at the different coverage and finishes available.
Here we look at how a hair lace wig is handmade from scratch, from the consultation through to the finished item.
A collection of vintage makeup colour charts and application guides from the 1930s. As can be seen, makeup colours were limited during this decade. Even so, products were often co-ordinated… Read More »Vintage 1930s Makeup Colour Charts & Brochures
A selection of hair and beauty adverts from the 1930s, showing the colours, products and beauty ideal of the era.
A selection of photographs taken during the 1940s showing everyday British women. We get a glimpse of the hairstyles, hats and clothes worn during this era.
A collection of authentic makeup colour charts from the 1940s. There are also some excerpts from brochures, These were produced by the cosmetic brands to guide women with their makeup… Read More »Vintage 1940s Makeup Colour Charts & Brochures
In this post, we take a look at homemade cosmetic recipes during the Regency period. Homemade recipes dealt with all sorts of cosmetic requirements, from brightening the complexion to softening… Read More »Cosmetic Recipes for Regency Woman
Our guide to women’s Regency makeup looks and the popular cosmetics used by Western women during this period. We also look at the beauty ideal in the eyes of Regency… Read More »Women’s Regency Makeup: An Overview
It’s not a very sexy title, we know, but proper labelling on cosmetics is so important. It tells the consumer a variety of things, including what the product is, what… Read More »EU Labelling Requirements for Cosmetics
Here’s our guide to women’s 1920s makeup. Wearing makeup really took off again after being in the wilderness for some time. Lots of new skincare products came onto the market… Read More »Women’s 1920s Makeup: An Overview
The beauty patch was a little mark with a big impact. Once upon a time, it was all the rage to adorn oneself with beauty patches. These little material creations… Read More »Beauty Patches
Each country has a set of laws and regulations regarding the manufacture of cosmetics. This could include product safety and use, as well as what their definition of a cosmetic… Read More »Definition of a Cosmetic
Here’s our look at women’s 1950s makeup. Following on from ’40s wartime austerity, the ’50s was a time of growth and prosperity. Many economies around the world blossomed and grew.… Read More »Women’s 1950s Makeup: An Overview
The lady’s maid was a servant who attended to the appearance of middle- and upper-class ladies. Her duties included helping her mistress with her hair, cosmetics and wardrobe. Lower-class and… Read More »The Role of a Lady’s Maid
A selection of hair and beauty adverts from the 1950s showing the popular colours, trends and styles of the decade. We also take a look at TV commercials.
Vintage makeup colour charts from the 1960s showing the popular shades of the era. The cosmetic brands also made makeup application guides and tips on the latest trends. These were included… Read More »Vintage 1960s Makeup Colour Charts & Brochures
A selection of hair and beauty adverts from the 1940s, giving an insight into the fashionable makeup colours of the decade and how the hair was styled.
This is our guide to set etiquette for makeup trainees. Being on a film or television shoot for the first few times can be overwhelming. There’s jargon, tonnes of kit… Read More »Set Etiquette for Makeup Trainees
Here’s a look at women’s hairstyles during the 1950s. Following on from the hardship of World War II and rationing, the fifties was a time of relative prosperity. Disposable income… Read More »Women’s 1950s Hairstyles: An Overview
This is a list of discounts available to makeup professionals from various makeup brands and specialist suppliers. To join a professional discount program, you’ll have to complete an application form… Read More »Pro Discounts for Makeup Artists
A makeup primer is a lightweight product applied to your skin before you apply any makeup. It is designed to create a base, which helps keep your makeup products and… Read More »A Guide to Makeup Primer
Freelancers in film and TV often make bookings over the phone or via the internet. To protect yourself from potential problems, it is highly advisable to put all verbal, email… Read More »Confirmation of Booking Letter for Makeup Artists
A guide to finding information on the current pay rates for makeup artists. Many countries have a union, guild or trade association that represents people working in the film and… Read More »Pay Rates & Working Conditions for Makeup Artists
A selection of hair and beauty adverts from the 1920s, showing how advertising was used to sell cosmetics in the Jazz Age.
Here’s our guide to women’s 1920s hairstyles. The Roaring Twenties were book-ended between two global cataclysmic events – namely, the aftermath of World War I and the financial crash that… Read More »Women’s 1920s Hairstyles: An Overview
Here’s our guide to colour charts for hairdressing. Hair tint products have a code and description to give us an idea of how dark it is and what tones are in… Read More »International Colour Charts for Hairdressing
This is a guide to colour theory for hairdressing, including where natural hair gets its colour, and what depth and tone are. We also look at how colour theory is… Read More »Colour Theory for Hairdressing
The eyelash curler is a great tool to add lift and curve to eyelashes – if you know how to use it properly. Curlers work wonders by making the eyes… Read More »How to Use Eyelash Curlers
When you want to create an authentic period hairstyle or makeup for film or television, there are things to consider to ensure you get the designs right. These things will… Read More »Things to Think About When Creating Period Hair & Makeup
Men’s hair in the 1970s was a joy to behold. There was a variation throughout the decade, from long to short, blow-dried and bouffant to spiked and bleached. Overgrown hair,… Read More »Men’s 1970s Hairstyles: An Overview
Rounded red lips, more than any other aspect, seem to define the classic 1940s makeup look. There is, of course, more to the vintage look than red lipstick. So here’s… Read More »Women’s 1940s Makeup: An Overview
Women’s makeup in the 1970s was diverse. It gave a nod to retro smoky eyes and skinny brows, revolved around the glitter ball of decadent disco, and pogo-ed into avant-garde… Read More »Women’s 1970s Makeup: An Overview