Color Theory
What are the three primary colors?
Red, Yellow, Blue
What are the three factors used when selecting makeup colors?
Skin color, eye color, hair color
Which face shape is considered the most balanced?
Oval
What cosmetic is used to even out skin tone and conceal imperfections?
Foundation
What does blush help create?
Facial balance and a natural glow
What are the three secondary colors?
Orange, Green, Violet
What undertones are considered cool?
Pink, red, or bluish undertones
Which face shape is widest at the cheekbones and has a rounded jawline?
Round
Which type of foundation is usually best for oily skin?
Water-based foundation
What product is lighter than the skin color and used to accentuate features?
Highlighter
Colors directly across from each other on the color wheel are called what?
Complementary colors
What undertones are considered warm?
Yellow, peachy, or golden undertones
Which face shape has a wide angular jawline and forehead? Usuallyof equal width and height?
Square
Which type of foundation is often preferred for bridal makeup?
Silicone-based foundation
A mature client with textured skin wants shimmer glitter eyeshadow everywhere. Why might this be a concern?
Shimmer can accentuate texture, pores, wrinkles, and uneven skin.
Colors next to each other on the color wheel are called what?
Analogous colors
What color corrector helps neutralize redness?
Green
Which face shape is widest at the jawline and narrow at the forehead?
Triangle (Pear Shape)
What product is used to cover blemishes and discolorations?
Concealer
What are the two main types of mascara?
Regular and Waterproof
What happens when gray is added to a pure hue?
A tone is created.
A client has sallow skin. What concealer/foundation undertone is often recommended?
Purple-based concealer/foundation
Which face shape is widest at the cheekbones and has a narrow forehead and chin?
Diamond
What product is used to set foundation and reduce shine?
Face powder
What type of makeup is often used after surgery because it is considered more natural and noncomedogenic?
Mineral makeup