HD Makeup, what's the story?

So many cosmetic brands are introducing HD makeup to their lines.  Creating a flawless finish whether for film or face-to-face is not going to be achieved by purchasing a bottle of foundation labeled HD.  Relate it to the idea of putting a chimp in a Chanel suit and expecting her to walk the red carpet like Nicole Kidman.  Really?  If you believe that, let me tell you about this ocean front property I have for sale in Nevada....

An experienced makeup artist will be able to create HD perfect skin with quality products IF their blending skills are developed.  Blending and color matching is going to separate the quality makeup artists from the hobbyists.  You can't buy flawless skin in a bottle.  It all comes down to technique, whether the technique is by fingers, brush, sponge or airbrush.

If a makeup artist is unable to blend and create flawless skin using "old school" methods, there is no way he/she will be any better with something labeled HD or airbrush.  A makeup artist needs to perfect the skin.  Color matching is key as is camouflaging and blending.

Yes, a quality product may make a difference with longevity and the ability to apply sheer and/or buildable coverage, but it will not make your skin flawless unless properly applied.  Learning to perfect the application technique will provide the artist with the ability to create perfect skin no matter what product or medium is at hand.

Photos: Jennifer Ring Photography

Model: Valeria G.

Makeup: Stephanie M.

Hair: Ciara C.