#makeup faq

[zacharyhing]

MAKEUP / BODY ART F.A.Q

I don't have the equipment to film proper YouTube videos yet so I hope this helps for now! I'll definitely do a full Lotor tutorial at some point!

These answers are specifically for [fantasy] characters like Lotor! I'll post a separate 'basic' cosplay makeup F.A.Q later!

>> What products do I use and how do I use it? << 1. FOUNDATION I use water activated paint. I use Snazaroo because it's cheap and you can get fairly large palettes for less than 5 quid! Snazaroo is great for foundation for fantasy characters! *I apply it by dabbing the paint on with a sponge to ensure an even coat! Make sure the paint isn't too wet otherwise your makeup will run. I would always recommend using a sponge rather than a brush because brushing on paint tends to leave streaks. 2. DETAILS For details, I use Kryolan paint because it's a lot more pigmented hence why it's more expensive! Kryolan is my favourite paint brand but I've also heard good things about Mehron! *I apply using regular face paint brushes and angled brushes for brows! 3. CONTOUR & HIGHLIGHT For contour and highlight, I currently use the Urban Decay Full Spectrum palatte. This palette is a d r e a m. But you can use any other eyeshadow palette from your local drugstore, just make sure the colours are well pigmented! *For Lotor, I just used dark purple shadow for contour and silver shimmer mixed with white for highlight! 4. EYELINER For the eyeliner, I use NYX eyeliner. It is A+++ quality! I personally find felt tip liners easier to handle but just try different liners out and see which you prefer! So far, the only brand I trust is NYX. Rimmel is shite. Please don't use Rimmel. 5. SETTING Again, to set my makeup I use NYX translucent powder. For cosplay and theatrical makeup, always go for matte finish powder - it will look the best in photos! The trick with cosplay is you want to look better in photos than in person! *I just apply this over my makeup with a big fluffy brush! I've worn makeup like this to a con and it's lasted me the entire day, even after getting hot from dancing to BTS!

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[nozakis]

Hey, you look like you can be the next James Bond and still come out of fighting without a scratch. You’re stunning by the way!!! What brand of lipstick/gloss do you use?

that would be amazing LOL if only.

ty!! haha omg i love lipstick & i have a bunch but the one i’m wearing in the selfie is from bobbi brown!

[nozakis]

what is your everyday makeup kind of look?

tbh, makeup to me is like an art. and I LOVE coming up with random things on the spot esp when the inspiration hits me for a certain look, or if i see something awesome on insta. soooo basically it kinda changes everyday! but i usually love sticking to browns and oranges or dark neutral colors. i wouldn’t say my makeup is natural tho bc i go ALL OUT when it comes to makeup 

[nozakis]

do u use a lot of korean cosmetic products? c:

yes i do! i use a bunch of different cosmetics, from drugstore to high end to korean products to japanese products

i recently answered another ask about some of my current go-to kbeauty products, so i’ll reblog that for u!

[nozakis]

do u contour/if so what do u use?

yes! i usually contour my nose a lot and then lightly contour my cheeks/bronze my forehead

i’ve been loving the cover fx bronzer (i use the shade suntan)

[nozakis]

do u have any korean beauty product recommendations?

yes i do!  in regards to makeup here are some:

innisfree ampoule intense cushion foundation (shade range is limited tho)

etude house beauty shot face blur 

it’s skin babyface natural eyebrow #02

clio waterproof pen liner in kill black

peri pera rouge pang lipstick pk07

for skincare then these:

banila co. clean it zero (this has been my go to for makeup removal atm)

etude house pure water baobab moisturizer

mizon pore clearing volcanic mask

i honestly have A BILLION more but these are just a few i’ve been reaching for lately

btw for all the linked products above u can get 20% off your first order of $25 if u use my memebox link, just click this bold link and u can get 20% off!!  

memebox is also have a july 4th sale so check that out too!

[pumpkinetics]

Quick question about the creme makeup for Undyne; the makeup comes in .25 oz palettes, how much can you cover with one of those or do you recommend more than one?

I can usually paint my neck and face 3 times with that amount! I use arm socks for all my cosplays now so I’m not sure how much arm coverage it would give but if I were you I would get another container just to be safe.

[pumpkinetics]

Hi, I'm cosplaying Lapis soon, and I loved your cosplay of her (and the tips/tutorials). I was wondering how you did the midsection? Did you paint it, or did you use tights?

I always paint my stomach! I use to use Ben Nye but I switched to PAX recently because I found my paint kept rubbing off while I drove to cons haha.

I probably could use tights if I sewed them into my costume (I don’t currently because I would worry about them wrinkling constantly) but I have seen people go with tights for the stomach area and look nice in pictures! I suggest you experiment with it, see what works best!