SHB Specialist Makeup Services flashcards

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Open-ended question

A question that cannot be answered with a simple yes or no, used to gather detailed information about the client's preferences, expectations, and vision for the makeup design.

Patch test

A preliminary test where a small amount of product is applied to the skin (e.g., inner forearm) and observed for 24–48 hours to detect allergic reactions before full application.

Skin type assessment

Evaluation of the client's skin as oily, dry, combination, or sensitive based on observable characteristics such as shine, flakiness, or redness, guiding product selection.

Face shape classification

Categorizing face shapes as oval, round, square, heart, diamond, or oblong based on proportions of width, length, jawline, and forehead, to guide contouring and makeup design.

Color analysis

Determining whether a client has warm, cool, or neutral undertones by examining skin, hair, and eye color, to select foundation and makeup shades that harmonize.

Design brief

A summary of key details for a makeup application, including occasion, lighting, photography, duration of wear, outfit color, and client's skin type, used to plan the look.

Humectant

An ingredient that attracts and retains water in the skin, such as glycerin or hyaluronic acid, used in skincare to hydrate dehydrated skin before makeup application.

Emollient

An ingredient that softens and smooths the skin by forming a protective barrier, such as oils or shea butter, suitable for dry skin types before makeup.

Color correcting primer

A primer tinted with a color that neutralizes unwanted skin tones: green cancels redness, purple cancels sallowness, and peach cancels dullness, applied before foundation.

Complementary colors

Colors opposite each other on the color wheel (e.g., green and red) that neutralize each other when mixed or layered, used in makeup to cancel unwanted undertones.

Foundation undertone matching

Selecting a foundation shade by matching it to the jawline or neck in natural light, testing three shades (lighter, match, darker) to find the best undertone fit.

Setting spray

A liquid product sprayed over finished makeup to help it last longer, reduce transfer, and prevent melting or fading, often containing film-forming polymers.

Bridal trial

A practice makeup session scheduled 4–8 weeks before a wedding to test products, colors, and longevity, and to ensure the client is satisfied with the planned look.

Flashback

A white cast that appears in photographs when foundation or powder containing titanium dioxide or zinc oxide reflects camera flash, avoided by using HD-friendly products.

Waterproof mascara

A mascara formulated to resist water and tears, ideal for bridal and emotional events, removed with oil-based or dual-phase eye makeup remover.

Bridal emergency kit

A collection of items such as blotting papers, cotton swabs, translucent powder, lipstick, lash glue, and tissues, kept on hand for quick touch-ups during a wedding.

Editorial makeup

Makeup designed for fashion photography or print, often bold, experimental, and high-contrast, prioritizing concept and lighting over everyday wearability.

Softbox lighting

A diffused photographic light source that produces soft, flattering illumination with minimal shadows, requiring makeup that appears natural and blended.

HD-friendly makeup

Cosmetics formulated without light-reflecting particles that cause flashback, designed to look smooth and natural under high-definition cameras and flash photography.

Runway makeup

Fashion show makeup that must be long-wearing, transfer-resistant, and quick to apply, often using cream products for blendability and bold colors for impact.

Alcohol-activated paint

A special effects makeup product that is activated with 99% alcohol, providing durable, waterproof, and smudge-resistant color for character and fantasy looks.

Bruise simulation

A special effects technique using layers of yellow, green, purple, blue, and red makeup applied with a stipple sponge to mimic the appearance of a fresh or healing bruise.

Fake blood recipe

A homemade mixture of corn syrup, red food coloring, and cocoa powder or chocolate syrup to create edible-grade fake blood for special effects, avoiding eyes and mouth.

Gelatin prosthetic

A special effects material made from gelatin, glycerin, and water, used to create wounds, burns, or bumps on the skin, blended with silicone or cream makeup.

Aging makeup

A special effects technique using highlight and shadow to accentuate wrinkles, sagging, and texture, often applied with a stipple sponge to create realistic older skin.

Tool disinfection

The process of cleaning brushes and tools with soap and water, then applying an EPA-registered disinfectant such as 70% isopropyl alcohol, to prevent cross-contamination between clients.

Double-dipping

The practice of dipping a brush or applicator back into a product after touching a client's skin, which contaminates the product and is prohibited in professional makeup hygiene.

Informed consent

A client's voluntary agreement to a procedure after being informed of the risks, benefits, and alternatives, documented before services such as patch tests or special effects makeup.

Contraindication

A condition such as open lesions, rashes, or infections that makes makeup application inadvisable, requiring referral to a physician or postponement of service.

Stippling brush

A brush with sparse, firm bristles used to apply foundation or cream products in a stippling motion, creating a textured, airbrushed finish and minimizing pore appearance.

Beautyblender sponge

A teardrop-shaped makeup sponge used damp for sheer foundation application or dry for fuller coverage, requiring regular cleaning to prevent bacterial growth.

Cut crease technique

An eyeshadow application method where a flat brush and concealer are used to create a sharp, defined crease line, often followed by packing color on the lid.