The Facts about Airbrush Makeup
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Airbrush makeup is used by professional makeup artists to create photo finish looks.

What It Is

Airbrush makeup is makeup that has a fine pigment size that is applied with an air mechanism. Some regular makeup, like foundation, can be made to use in an airbrush machine by adding a little water to it.
The brush itself sprays a fine mist onto the skin using what is called a craft tip or needle. The tip sprays a pattern two inches in diameter at about six inches from the skin. It costs around $100 and is powered by an air source. The air source can be as simple as a shop air compressor or as unusual as a scuba tank.

Expense

Airbrush makeup is quite a bit more expensive than regular makeup. The price depends on whether the makeup is already premixed or needs to be manually mixed. Formulas that require the user to premix are usually less expensive.

Advantages

Some of the advantages of using airbrush makeup are that you can give it the properties that are needed for certain circumstances. For example, if you need sweat resistant makeup you can add an alcohol based top coat to the makeup. This forms a thin plastic layer over ...... (to be continued on next paragraph)

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This type of makeup is also great if a full-body coat is needed because it is fast and applies evenly. Some examples of where this would come in handy is if a full body tan was needed, a flawless look for a nude artist model, or if an actor needs to color his or her skin for a role.

Disadvantages

Airbrush makeup can be quite hazardous. Those who use the products on a regular basis must wear masks to prevent complications from inhalation. Some airbrush makeup is highly flammable, even after it dries, so it is important to pay attention to labels.

Where to Get It

A professional airbrush makeup artist can be booked for special occasions such as weddings, proms, or plays. The cost can be anywhere from $25 to $60 per person.
An at home kit can be bought online or at beauty supply stores. These usually come with how-to DVDs and books. Doing it yourself usually does not require any artistic ability as long as the instructions are followed to a tee. For the most part, airbrush makeup is not practical for personal use because it is hard to spray one’s self without getting makeup in the eyes.