Color Wheel
Fundamental colors that are not obtained from a mixture. Consists of red, yellow, and blue
Primary Colors
this tone is always your safest choice. They contain elements of warm and cool.
Neutral tones
Has long been considered the ideal face shape
Oval
Foundations that usually contain mineral oil or other oils; good choice for normal to dry skin
Oil based
Wedge and egg-shaped, used for blending foundation, concealer, and powder
Sponges
Obtained by mixing equal parts of two primary colors. Includes orange, green, and violet.
Secondary Colors
Common choices include gold, warm orange-browns like peach and copper, red-browns like mauves and plums, and neutrals like taupe or camel.
Complementary colors for blue eyes
Has a wide, angular jawline and forehead; the lines of this face are straight and angular
Square
Also known as oil-free products and generally give a more matte finish
water based
To remove products such as concealer or lipstick from jars and containers
Spatulas
Formed by mixing equal amounts of a primary color and its neighboring secondary color on the wheel.
Tertiary Colors
Popular choices are coppers, rusts, pinks, plums, mauves, and purples
Complementary colors for green eyes
Like a pyramid, this face is widest at its jawline, tapering up to slightly narrower cheeks and reaching its apex at a narrow forehead.
Triangle
Good for occluding the skin and proving a more even surface. They can also diffuse imperfections and excellent for bridal makeup
Silicone-based
A tool used to brush eyebrow hairs into the desired position, creating a finely groomed look
Brow Comb
Colors that fall directly across from each other on the color wheel.
Complementary Colors
Are neutral and can wear any color.
Complementary colors for brown eyes
Widest at the cheekbone area and is usually not much longer than it is wide, having a softly rounded jawline, short chin, and rounded hairline over a rather full forehead.
Round
Popular with special effects artists as well as for temporary tattoos
Alcohol-based
Separates lashes so lashes look finished and are not clumpy or messy looking
Lash Comb
Colors that are located directly next to each other on the color wheel.
Analogous Colors
A good basic color and can be kind to many complexion tones
Brown
Widest at the cheekbones, this face has a narrow chin and forehead. It is angular in form, and the measurements of the jaw and hairline are approximately the same
Diamond
Heavy cream makeup used for theatrical purposes
Greasepaint
Can be used for blending foundation colors together or mixing foundation and moisturizer for a lighter tinted foundation
Mixing Cups