Makeup By Mario Masterclass: Soft Glam with Master Mattes®: The Neutrals

Summary

In this master class, the artist emphasizes the architectural approach to makeup, focusing on balance, harmony, and symmetry rather than just application. Key techniques include using gray eyeshadow for a cool effect, mastering the art of 'editing' to avoid overdoing the eyes, and using the perfect brown pencil for a natural lash line. The artist also discusses the strategic use of highlighters to lift the eyes, the importance of blending foundation for a flawless complexion, and the subtle use of blush for a lifted appearance. The video concludes with a lip lift technique and the application of a gloss for a natural, plumping effect.

Takeaways

• 🎨 **Artistic Approach**: Makeup is viewed as an art form, focusing on creating balance, harmony, and symmetry rather than just applying product.
• 👁️ **Eye Prep**: The process starts with prepping the eyes after framing the face with brows, emphasizing a subtle and architectural approach.
• 🖌️ **Subtle Eyeshadow Application**: A light wash of gray is used to add coolness without overdoing it, highlighting the importance of editing to avoid ruining the look.
• 👁️ **Eye Definition**: The master pigment Pro pencil in perfect brown is used for a natural, thin line along the lash line, avoiding a too-perfect feel.
• 🌟 **Highlighting Techniques**: Highlighting is strategically placed to lift the eyes or create depth, depending on where it's applied under the brow.
• 💆‍♀️ **Foundation Application**: The F4 double-sided brush is used for applying and blending foundation, with an emphasis on using only what's necessary for a natural look.
• 👁️ **Concealer Usage**: Surreal skin Awakening concealer is applied for lifting and highlighting, with blending done to create a seamless finish.
• 🌈 **Sculpting with Cream and Powder**: A cream bronzer is used before powder to create a natural, flawless look, with careful application along the jawline and cheekbones.
• 👄 **Lip Lift Technique**: A technique is described for enhancing the center of the lips to create a lifted appearance, focusing on balance and natural enhancement.
• 💋 **Lip Color and Finish**: A super satin lipstick is used for color, with a blush and bronzer to mute or adjust the look, and a lip serum for a plumping, glossy effect.
• ✨ **Glow Enhancement**: The Master secret glow product is applied to cheekbones to create a natural, inner glow without the appearance of powder.

Q & A

What is the makeup artist's approach to applying makeup?

The makeup artist's approach is architectural, focusing on creating balance, harmony, and symmetry rather than just applying makeup.

What is the artist's strategy for applying eye makeup?

The artist starts with a light application of gray to add coolness and advises against overdoing it, emphasizing the importance of 'editing' to avoid ruining the look.

Why does the artist choose to stop before doing too much on the eyes?

The artist stops before doing too much on the eyes to prevent overdoing it, aiming for a natural look that complements the complexion.

What is the significance of the 'Master Pigment Pro Pencil' in the artist's routine?

The 'Master Pigment Pro Pencil' is significant because the artist considers it the perfect brown shade for lining the lash line, aiming for a natural and defined look.

How does the artist apply the foundation using the F4 double-sided brush?

The artist applies the foundation with one side of the F4 brush and blends with the other side, using a pressing motion and removing excess product to avoid overloading the face.

What technique does the artist use to apply concealer and why?

The artist uses a thin consistency concealer brush (F5) to blend the concealer, aiming for a skin-like finish and to create a lifting shape around the eyes.

Why does the artist prefer to apply cream before powder for sculpting?

The artist prefers cream before powder for sculpting because it makes the powder look more natural, with the oils in the cream blending beautifully with the powder for a flawless look.

How does the artist use the transforming skin enhancer bronzer?

The artist uses the bronzer along the cheekbone and jawline, avoiding the hairline and forehead to prevent shrinking the appearance of these areas.

What is the purpose of applying the same gray color on the bottom lash as used on the top?

The purpose is to balance the top and bottom of the eyes, creating harmony by matching the color on the lower lash line to the existing dark color on the upper lash line.

How does the artist enhance the lips using the lip lift technique?

The artist focuses on enhancing the center of the lips, particularly the Cupid's bow and the middle of the bottom lip, while keeping the outer corners inside the natural lip line to create a lifted effect.

What is the final touch the artist uses to make the skin look like it's glowing from within?

The artist uses a product called 'Master Secret Glow', a clear product applied to the cheekbones to give the skin a natural, inner glow without the appearance of powder.