Male makeup

All over the world it is generally accepted that makeup is the prerogative of the female half of society. After all, it is the girls who follow the latest in the world of the fashion industry and use all kinds of cosmetics. Accordingly, having heard the phrase “male makeup”, the question arises: is there such a thing in the world. Of course, not every man will apply cosmetics to his face, but there are several categories that need to look perfect. So, let's see if there is male makeup, what is hidden under this concept, are there any specific execution techniques and many other equally interesting aspects of the life of the stronger sex.

The main criterion for male makeup is naturalness.. Unlike women's makeup, when girls tend to express their attractiveness, focus on their eyes, lips or general appearance, men need to emphasize their naturalness and naturalness. For the representatives of the stronger sex, a masking type of makeup is more suitable, as it helps to hide various skin defects (in particular, rashes, irritation after shaving, capillary stars, uneven skin tone, puffiness, dark circles under the eyes, etc.).

Clothes can be chosen in accordance with taste, style, preferences, but appearance cannot be changed in any way. This is exactly how men think, not knowing what magical power cosmetics have. Fashion dictates its own rules. Every year, makeup for men is becoming more common and familiar. It is unlikely that the color of the skin or the presence of “bruises” under the eyes are of great concern to handymen or taxi drivers, mechanics or builders, loaders or train drivers.

However, there are a number of areas of activity where, so to speak, a person has importance and significance:

• theater and film actors, representatives of show business, rock musicians - during filming or concerts, the glare of spotlights serves as a kind of magnifying glass, highlighting all the flaws and flaws of the skin, which can be hidden with the help of makeup (professional makeup);

• politicians - there is hardly a person in the world who would not have heard the phrase “trading in the face”, this is exactly what modern politicians do, so makeup plays a special role in this field of activity;
• male models - working on the podium, a priori, you can not look unprofessional, respectively, men also need a good make-up.

If you notice that your husband has developed rashes or dark circles under his eyes have become too noticeable, do not rush to your cosmetic bag in search of foundation, corrector or concealer. Men need products with a light texture that are quickly absorbed. Makeup for the stronger sex consists of almost the same cosmetics as women's, but it has a number of differences in color, texture and various additional effects:

1. Makeup base or base – light texture, quickly absorbed, mattifying, should not leave even a light film.
2. Foundation and various concealers - neutral or as close as possible to the natural complexion shades.
3. Loose or baked powder - it is better to abandon it completely and replace it with a foundation. The powder is not absorbed, but is applied in a thin top layer, which will be too noticeable on or near the bristles.
4. Pomade - moisturizing or nourishing, colorless or maybe with some light natural shade, matte, without a shimmer.
5. Mascara - colorless, brown or gray. Choose mascara without any effects (twisting, extra volume, lengthening).
6. Eyebrow correction - a colorless gel in a small amount.

Despite the abundance of various recommendations from stylists and make-up artists, it is unlikely that a man will be able to make himself a successful and correct make-up, and even more so creative, on the first attempt. If this is a one-time make-up (for example, for a photo shoot or some kind of event), it is better to seek help from professionals in this matter who know how to make a high-quality make-up. If makeup is needed often or even daily, then you have to learn a little and get used to it.

To the attention of the strong half of society, makeup artists offer many different makeup techniques. It is enough to familiarize yourself with some of them, try it out for yourself and choose the most convenient and suitable option. We bring to your attention several techniques for performing basic male makeup.

1. We clean the skin of the faceusing tonics or lotions for your skin type.
2. scrubbing, which will help get rid of dry and dead cells of the upper layer of the epidermis. You can use a sugar scrub to exfoliate your lips.
3. Moisturizing. For facial skin - moisturizing creams, characterized by a light texture and fast absorption. Lip balms are suitable for sensitive skin.
4. Eye creamdesigned for men's skin. Lightly tap the pads of your fingers to blend the product under the eyes without touching the eyelids.
5. Disguise dark circles under the eyes, pimples, various kinds of redness, capillary net, we remove puffiness and signs of fatigue, pale or earthy complexion, even out the tone, give the face freshness. To do this, you need a natural-tone concealer designed for men's skin, a concealer or corrective foundation, a highlighter, a corrector, or a solid-based concealer. To even out the complexion - use a bronzing cream-gel. It is applied to the cheeks and the center of the forehead. Must be thoroughly shaded.

1. First you need to fully prepare the ideal skin tone, hide all defects with a concealer or corrector, apply foundation, strictly taking into account your own shade of the face or a little lighter, but not vice versa.
2. Lightly outline the eyebrows with a pencil or gel slightly darker than the color of the hair.
3. The eyes are made out with shadows of coal color, and on the upper and lower eyelids and use shading. The space near the inner corner of the eyes and under the eyebrows is shaded with a small amount of light or mother-of-pearl shadows.
4. Apply thin eyeliner on the eyelid
5. Eyelashes can be slightly emphasized black ink.
6. Rock makeup also allows for a little use lipsticks in natural shades.

Cosmetics are of two types: care and decorative. Of course, the range of women's products is presented in a richer and more diverse selection. However, today many well-known brands let in separate lines of cosmetics for men. Most attention is paid to skin care cosmetics. So, among a large number of brands, the following names are distinguished: Clinique, L'Oreal, Kiehl's, Clarins, 4VOO, Biotherm Homme, Reuzel by Schorem, Baxter of California, Proraso, Chanel, MAC, Pupa, Shiseido, Lancome, Nivea, Christian Dior, Janssen, Natura Siberica, Eveline and others.

There are also companies that have developed and released a whole range of cosmetics for the strong half of society. For example, a French company Jean Paul Gaultier presented to the attention of customers a line Monsieur, which includes concealer, foundation fluid, bronzing powder, eyeliner, eyebrow shaping gel that many men love, three shades of lip balm with a tinted effect.

A Japanese brand Seki Edge, in turn, has established itself as the best manufacturer of cosmetic tools for men. Nail files, scissors, razors and other cosmetic devices of this brand are presented on the world market.

In the next video - an example of everyday male makeup.