Makeup
Makeup
This domain tests color theory, foundation matching, sanitation, corrective techniques, and client safety during makeup application.
Core rules
- Undertone can be warm, cool, or neutral; match foundation at the jawline in natural light, not on the hand.
- Color theory: opposite colors neutralize. Green reduces redness, peach/orange can correct blue-brown darkness, and lavender can brighten sallow tones.
- Use disposable wands, spatulas, and cleaned brushes. Do not share mascara, lip products, or cream products directly from a container.
- Sanitize pencils by sharpening; spray or wipe palettes according to manufacturer instructions.
- Ask about allergies, sensitive eyes, contact lenses, and recent cosmetic procedures.
Worked example
A client with visible redness wants full coverage. Apply a thin green corrector only on red areas, then a foundation matched to the jawline. Reasoning: too much green creates a gray cast; correcting before foundation neutralizes without heaviness.
Traps
- Testing foundation on the hand gives a poor match.
- Sharing mascara risks infection.
- Overcorrecting redness with green looks ashy.
- Ignoring eyelash adhesive or cosmetic allergies can trigger reactions.