STEP #1: PRIME/moisturize YOUR FACE
Makeup primer is a must for stage makeup and everyday makeup alike, though it can seem like a life or death necessity when it comes to theater makeup. There’s no time to reapply or fine-tune your look mid-show—meaning the guarantee that your look will stay put is all the more important. Start your look with a mattifying primer to keep oil and shine at bay under the hot stage lights.
STEP #2: PERFECT YOUR COMPLEXION
Speaking of matte finishes, your best bet is to turn to a foundation with a matte finish for a flawless complexion. This will help keep that shine we mentioned earlier in check, which can be emphasized by the reflection caused by stage lighting. Apply the There's No Business Like Show Business Foundation for a seamless complexion.
STEP #3: EMPHASIZE YOUR CHEEKBONES
Remember when we said stage lights tend to wash you out? To combat this, you’ll want to amp up your cheekbones just a little. Use a rosy toned blush to do so! Sweep the There’s No Business Like Show Business Blush Set along the apples of your cheeks, then blend.
STEP #4: DEFINE YOUR EYES
After using an eye primer, it’s time to reach for the There's No Business Like Show Business Eye Shadow Palette. Apply a matte eye shadow that’s one to two shades lighter than your skin tone beneath your brow bone and onto your lid. Then, use a dark brown matte hue to define your crease, blending the color out with a fluffy brush.
STEP #5: GRAB YOUR LINER
To create the illusion of thicker lashes, line your upper lash line, making sure to keep the line thin and close to your lash line for a more natural appearance.
STEP #6: COAT YOUR LASHES
Finish your eye makeup by applying a few coats of mascara. For lashes that really pop—so even people in the cheap seats can see—you can also wear false lashes.
STEP #7: FILL IN YOUR BROWS
When it comes to doing theater makeup, you’ll want to make sure you give each feature extra definition. Next on our list? Your eyebrows!
STEP #8: PAINT YOUR POUT
The last thing you want is for your mouth to be non-existent in the midst of saying lines! This is why it’s so important to properly color your lips. If you are doing a modern period piece, you may want to try Thoroughly Modern for the perfect red matte lip. Maybe you are feeling girly, try Bushel and a Peck. If you are looking for something more neutral to bring some color back into your lips try If I Were A Rich Man, or Coffee Break for something a bit darker.
STEP #9: SET YOUR LOOK
Our final word of advice when it comes to applying stage makeup? Set your look! How do you set stage makeup? Well, allow us to introduce you to translucent powder. Sweep the There's No Business Like Show Business Setting Powderover your face to lock in makeup and control shine all day. The micro-fine loose powder formula blurs lines and pores for a smooth finish, leaving you with a soft-focus, matte effect as it sets your makeup.
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