There is a lot of buzz in the beauty world about airbrush makeup. It has been Hollywood's best-kept secret for years. As a matter of fact, it started way back in the 1930's on the set of the movie "Ben Hur" where they had hundreds of extras that needed makeup. It is only since the 1980's that it has really taken off, and just now, it is being made available to the consumer.
What is so amazing about airbrush makeup is the way it lands on the face in tiny micro dots. This allows your natural beauty to shine through, but leaves a flawless almost porcelain like finish. There is really nothing like looking magazine flawless in real life. That is how astonishingly good it is and that's why all the top notch makeup artists use it.
This high tech cosmetic solves a very important problem facing makeup artists working in the digital age as well. Hi-Def cameras are very unforgiving in regards to makeup. The naked eye cannot always see the brush strokes or sponge marks left behind, but HD can.
Airbrushing solves this problem beautifully. The liquid makeup lands on the face in a way that is very similar to the pixels that HD cameras use. The makeup actually complements the HD so well, that airbrush makeup is almost always exclusively used on TV, photography and film today.
The technology of airbrushing makeup has evolved quite a bit since the 1930's that it is going mainstream. Airbrush compressors like the Dinair compressor is so small it can fit in the palm of your hand. The makeup has also evolved. It is a liquid that is either alcohol or silicone based. Some of the waterproof formulas are so long lasting and smudge-proof, that it can last for up to 12 hours without retouching. It only takes 5 drops to cover the entire face, and as a bonus, it is sanitary and germ free!
Makeup artists who specialize in wedding makeup have found that their brides look as good at the end of the day as they did at the beginning. Talk about a great reputation builder!
The main drawback has been the initial investment. It is going to cost you about $300 for a quality kit that comes with the compressor, airbrush and makeup. Don't be fooled by the cheaper kits, as you will get what you pay for. The good news is that the makeup last for a very long time. So in the long run, it works out to be about the same. And it is a heck of a lot cheaper than botox! The good news is that as mainstream America starts using it at home, you can expect the pricing to come down. Enjoy!
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