Foundation Used By Makeup Artist
Although the face of beauty has changed; but, the history of cosmetics is as old as civilization itself. The look we longed for years ago can be described today as obvious, particularly when it came to makeup. Cosmetics and make-up are more popular than ever, with thousands of products available to choose from. Foundation is a flesh-toned cosmetic that a Makeup Artist applies to add color to the face and hide the imperfections of the skin, giving a healthier, more youthful appearance. Foundation applied to the body is generally referred to as ‘Body Paint'.Archaeological evidence shows that cosmetics were used 6000 years ago by the ancient Egyptians, while the Romans would use mercury and flowers to create rouge. The ancient Greeks utilized similar tools in the theater, but today cosmetics and make-up are more popular than ever. From face painting to ceruse, a lethal mixture of mercury and lead popular in the 16th century, modern foundations can trace its roots to Carl Baudin of the Leipzeiger Stalt theatre in Germany. He developed a flesh-colored paste made of zinc, ochres and lard in order to conceal the joint between his wig and forehead.
The formulation became so popular that it gave birth to the first theatrical makeup, Greasepaint. It was started producing commercially, and would be the standard for theatrical makeup until 1914, when legendary makeup artist Max Factor created Flexible Greasepaint. Although makeup evolved dramatically from Baudin's invention, theatrical makeup is, to this day, not too far removed from the original blend of fats and pigment. The first commercially made foundation was Max Factor's Pan-Cake. It was originally developed for use in film and upon seeing the results Factor was overwhelmed with demand for the product for their personal use.
‘Foundation and Powder' turned out to be a breakthrough in Factor's formula. It was made up with an oil/emollient based makeup, which was then set with powder to reduce the reflection and ensure it would not fade or smudge. Although foundation makeup was widely available and used within the film industry, the use of cosmetics in general was still somewhat disreputable. No one had tried to market foundation as an everyday item. As of February 2009, Procter and Gamble's current owner confirmed the original formula Factor developed is still sold today.
To create an even, uniform color to the complexion, and, sometimes, to change the natural skin tone, foundation is used. Traditionally, it comes in liquid, cream or powder form to create an even, uniform color to the complexion, and, sometimes, to change the natural skin tone. Since, females prefer more natural and expressive looks so a range of products has come out that work double duty to feed and protect the skin with good-for-you ingredients like antioxidants, vitamins and SPF. Prior to applying foundation, Makeup artists consider two things mainly: Color of the Skin and Season.
Spring lineup includes colors that are vibrant, but sheer to let skin shine through, and skin glistens with a natural glow, never glitters. In spring, foundations used by makeup artists are luminescent ones to make you look good without feeling like you have a lot of product on your skin.
The goal of foundation used to be to cover, while high-tech foundations turn skin into a perfectly primed canvas, without a heavy-makeup look or feel. For a truly natural look, use your fingers to apply foundation. The heat from your fingers warms the makeup, making it more blendable. Some foundations contain light-diffusing microcrystals that create luminosity.
