"Traditional" uses essentially the same products that you use yourself at home everyday. ("Regular" liquid or powder foundation, etc.) It's applied just like you do at home. I guess the more accurate comparison is like going to the fancy makeup counters and having them apply it for you, using their stuff.
"Airbrush" uses a special type of liquid foundation and it really is airbrushed on to you. The makeup artist uses a little air compressor and nozzle-y thing. It feels a little weird -- tickly and cold -- and you have to remember to hold your breath. The result is that your foundation (and they can also do your blush, etc.) is applied in a really, really, ultra thin layer that blends w/ your pores. You can get more subtle countouring, etc. by using it (if the artist knows what s/he's doing, of course!).
I totally vote for airbrush -- some artists charge a lot more for it, though. Which is the con. The pros are that it lasts a lot longer - b/c it's so weightless - and you feel like you have no makeup on; also, in my experience, you feel less sweaty and oily. (Not everything will be airbrushed on: you'll probably also get regular powder, eye makeup and lipstick.)
I'd go with airbrush, especially if you don't wear a lot of makeup normally. Airbrushing provides excellent coverage, yet doesn't feel like you are wearing a face full of makeup. I'm going with airbrush as well.
i did three makeup trials, and one of them was with a stylist who used airbrushing (including contouring). holy moly, what a difference. not only was my makeup still perfect after a night out (and 5 hours of sleep), but my face was literally glowing.
i also found that airbrushing felt better. i'm not used to wearing makeup, and i hated the sensation of having makeup caked on my face. seriously, i felt beautiful and comfortable all night - just the way i want to feel on the night of my wedding. my vote is definitely for airbrush!
For my wedding day - I knew that I had a LONG day ahead (that would start at 6am and continue to midnight) so I opted for airbrushing which was light, amazing, and it LASTED!
If you need an airbrush makeup artist in Chicago, let me know - I'd recommend mine again in a heartbeat!
What's the difference between traditional and airbrush make-up? Does one last longer than the other? What is your personal preference?
I just started researching for a make-up artist and since I don't really wear much make-up, I'm clueless!
posted by nancEE 30 posts 10 months agoAIRBRUSH!!!
posted by MoreShoesPlease 112 posts 10 months ago"Traditional" uses essentially the same products that you use yourself at home everyday. ("Regular" liquid or powder foundation, etc.) It's applied just like you do at home. I guess the more accurate comparison is like going to the fancy makeup counters and having them apply it for you, using their stuff.
"Airbrush" uses a special type of liquid foundation and it really is airbrushed on to you. The makeup artist uses a little air compressor and nozzle-y thing. It feels a little weird -- tickly and cold -- and you have to remember to hold your breath. The result is that your foundation (and they can also do your blush, etc.) is applied in a really, really, ultra thin layer that blends w/ your pores. You can get more subtle countouring, etc. by using it (if the artist knows what s/he's doing, of course!).
I totally vote for airbrush -- some artists charge a lot more for it, though. Which is the con. The pros are that it lasts a lot longer - b/c it's so weightless - and you feel like you have no makeup on; also, in my experience, you feel less sweaty and oily. (Not everything will be airbrushed on: you'll probably also get regular powder, eye makeup and lipstick.)
posted by princesskittyHI 297 posts 10 months agoI'd go with airbrush, especially if you don't wear a lot of makeup normally. Airbrushing provides excellent coverage, yet doesn't feel like you are wearing a face full of makeup. I'm going with airbrush as well.
posted by pinky55 59 posts 10 months agoAlso, nancEE, if you are in the Bay Area, I recommend Nam Vo -- she is my makeup artist; I did a trial with her and then booked her.
posted by pinky55 59 posts 10 months agoi did three makeup trials, and one of them was with a stylist who used airbrushing (including contouring). holy moly, what a difference. not only was my makeup still perfect after a night out (and 5 hours of sleep), but my face was literally glowing.
i also found that airbrushing felt better. i'm not used to wearing makeup, and i hated the sensation of having makeup caked on my face. seriously, i felt beautiful and comfortable all night - just the way i want to feel on the night of my wedding. my vote is definitely for airbrush!
posted by marisa 48 posts 10 months agoFor my wedding day - I knew that I had a LONG day ahead (that would start at 6am and continue to midnight) so I opted for airbrushing which was light, amazing, and it LASTED!
If you need an airbrush makeup artist in Chicago, let me know - I'd recommend mine again in a heartbeat!
posted by ladysu 88 posts 10 months ago