How to paint on the face

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Part 2 of 3: Applying Makeup to the Face
Part 3 of 3: Ensuring comfort for the person wearing makeup
What do you need

1 Purchase a variety of face paints. Make sure the paints you use are non-toxic. On the label of the package with paints it should be separately indicated that they are suitable for applying makeup on the face. If you're just trying new things, buy one set of bright colors and one set of neutrals.

Aquarelle paints can be ordered online or purchased from an art or craft supply store.

2 Stock up on brushes and facial sponges. Use round, pointed brushes for small details, and wide, flat brushes for larger details. Prepare at least three brushes of each size: one for black, one for white and one for color. Having different brushes for different colors will help you avoid unwanted mixing of paints.

3 Prepare a plastic cup of water. You will need water to thin the paints and rinse the brushes. Any food grade plastic cup will work for you.

4 Find a couple of cloths to wipe your brushes on. Use cheap napkins as they will get stained regularly. Cloth wipes are ideal for this purpose due to the fact that they can be washed and reused whenever you need to apply face painting.

5 Prepare a mirror so that you can show the person the amazing result of your work with his face. If you're going to paint watercolors at a major event or party, bring a couple of mirrors with you in case one of them breaks.

6 Don't forget the sparkles. Buy non-toxic cosmetic glitters from your craft supply store to complement your makeup set. Glitter can be added to paint to make it sparkle and stand out.

Be sure to only use cosmetic glitters. Cosmetic glitter in contact with eyes will not cause any harm to a person.

Part 2 of 3: Applying Makeup to the Face

1 Ask the person what pattern he needs on his face. If a person cannot decide, show him photos with examples of face painting so that he can choose a pattern among them. Make sure you are able to recreate any drawing you show so that the end result does not disappoint the person!
2 Use face painting photos as a guide. Do not be afraid to periodically glance at the photo with an example of face painting so that the pattern comes out correctly. If you don't have any printed photos handy, use your smartphone to search the web for them. For example, use search terms such as “lion face painting” or “butterfly face painting”.
3 Prepare the base of the drawing with a sponge. Dip a corner of the sponge into the water. Do not soak it completely with water. You only need a few drops of water. Use a circular motion to rub the paint you want to use with a wet corner of the sponge.Gently touch the sponge on the person's face to draw the basic outline of the drawing.
- If the resulting color is not bright enough, add a little more water and paint to the corner of the sponge.
4 Complete the base of the drawing with a second base color to make the pattern more interesting. Take another sponge or pre-wash the sponge with which you applied the first paint to your face. Choose a second paint color that will blend well with the first. Remember that opposite colors in the palette create good contrast with each other, but they don't mix well.
- For example, if you paint a butterfly, the base of which is purple, then blue paint will mix well with it, but not yellow.
- Apply the second base color with a damp sponge tip, and use the dry part to mix the colors together.
5 Let the first coat dry. After a few minutes, lightly touch the paint on your face to make sure it's dry. If the paint still gets dirty, let it dry. When the paint is dry, continue painting.
6 Use the brushes to paint in the details of the picture. Dip one of your brushes in water and paint over the paint you want to use. Make sure there is no dripping from the brush, otherwise the paint may run straight down the face. Draw small details with short strokes of a pointed brush. Use flat brushes to apply more pronounced thick lines.
- When you're done with one color, wash off the brush or use another to go to the next paint color.
- Use a thin brush to add shadows and highlights with black and white paints.
7 Correct the flaws with baby wipes. Gently rub the area of the design you want to erase with a baby damp cloth. Napkins can also be used to smooth out the contours of the design.
8 Show the person the result of your work in the mirror. Ask him if he liked your work. If the person is disappointed with the result, suggest correcting the drawing or adding details.

Part 3 of 3: Ensuring comfort for the person wearing makeup

1 Place a pillow on the chair where the person will be sitting. If you don't have a custom pillow, use a regular one. The person will fidget less in the chair if they feel comfortable.
2 Distract the person with conversation when applying makeup. Tell a story. Let us know what you are drawing and how you are doing it. Ask questions. When you distract a person with a conversation, time passes faster and the person no longer worries about him that much.
- For example, if you are applying face painting to children at a party, you might ask, "Are you having fun with your friends today? What games do you want to play with them?"
3 Draw simple patterns on children's faces. It is difficult for children to sit still for long periods of time. Using simple drawings in this case will reduce the time that the child will need to spend in the chair, so he will not behave too restlessly.
- If you are working with a very mobile child, try to complete the pattern as quickly as possible.