Basics of Fantasy Makeup

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You will be introduced to the different types of makeup currently available on the market.

Understand their origins, uses, and the pros and cons of each brand.

Learn the various properties of these products to know when and for what occasions to use them.

Fantasy Makeup Basics

A wide range of materials

Water-Based Makeup

This type can be applied with brushes, sponges, or airbrushes. Professional-grade, FDA-approved, and non-toxic products wash off easily with water and mild soap. Beware of discounted brands on platforms like Amazon, as they may stain or harm skin, especially sensitive skin like children’s. Always read ingredient lists carefully and choose products suited to your needs. Water-based makeup can be diluted and removed with water. When cleaning airbrushes after using water-based products, avoid alcohol to prevent clogging. Clean and dilute always with the same base product used.

Examples of Water-Based Makeup:

Aquabond’s, Arty Cakes, Diamond FX, Fab, Fusion Body Art, Global, Graftobian Kryvaline, Kryolan, Mehron, Pixie Cakes, Paradise, Proair, Snazaroo, Superstar, Tag, European Bodyart, Vibe, Wolfe Face Art & FX

Hybrid Makeup

As previously mentioned, hybrid makeup is alcohol-based, water-resistant paint that can be removed with mild soap or coconut oil. It should last all day when properly applied. Proair (Show Offs) is a good example of durable, cosmetic-grade hybrid makeup popular in the body painting industry.

Example of Hybrid Makeup:

Proair Hybrid

Greasepaint Makeup

Greasepaint is cream-based, easy to apply, blend, create gradients, and remove. It requires synthetic brushes and needs to be set with translucent or matching powder. It’s excellent for artists who sweat and want long-lasting makeup.

Examples of Greasepaint:

Ben Nye - Cinema Secret - Fixer/set - Kryolan - Graftobian - Rcma - Promel - Proface

Mehron - Powder puff

Pressed Powder Makeup

Pressed powder can be used directly on the skin for eyeshadow, blush, or to set greasepaint makeup, helping it last longer even during sweating.

Examples of Pressed Powder:

Mehron Starblend

Alcohol-Based Makeup

Alcohol makeup is alcohol-based, diluted and removed with alcohol. It’s not recommended for the face, eyes, mouth, or large skin areas due to difficulty in removal and potential skin dryness. Typically used on less sensitive areas like arms or back for long-lasting effects.

Examples of Alcohol-Based Makeup:

Proair Face & Body, Proair Hybrid, European Body Art Endura