Should Men Wear Makeup?

Question asked by a friend of mine and I must admit, I had to ponder it for a bit.

For TV, music videos, photo shoots, the answer you get from me is a definite YES. We all have something that needs a little touch up here and there and by no means are men different as far as the camera is concerned (sorry guys). 

But should men wear makeup as part of their day-to-day?

I think this becomes a question of personal preference. If you are going to do this gentlemen, please follow these instructions to help you do it the right way. After all, why should women be the only ones who get to look flawless? Unless you are going for drag or rock star makeup, the key is subtly in applying it. Great men’s makeup is one that no one can tell it’s there. A one on one training with me or any makeup artist is class is a great way to learn the basics, but until you come see me, here are some quick tips:

Start by covering any blemishes, purplish under eye circles, or red splotches with a green undertone. Green cancels out the redness and irritation on your skin. Be sure to blend this out really well.

Next, cover these areas with a light cream based foundation, matching your skin tone as close as possible. I prefer to not use a concealer on men, as it has a tendency to show more than foundation. If your skin tends to be dry, the concealer will also cause your flaws to show more than it actually hides. Blend this very well! If you use too much foundation or it is not properly blended, it will show! I would recommend investing in a duo fiber brush such as the one shown below. This will help maximize blending and minimize your risk of an uneven application.

To create an even skin tone, cover your entire face with a very small amount of foundation and again BLEND, BLEND, BLEND. You can dab the foundation onto your face with the brush and then blend. The key is for it not to show.

Afterward, apply a bit of loose powder on the nose and forehead if needed to set the foundation. Don't forget any shinny or oily areas. As a finishing touch, go over your lips with chap stick, which will bring out you natural lip color

If you have questions on this or would like a one-on-one training session, please feel free to contact me. All comments and feedback are welcomed!