Makeup Exam 2023-2024 Questions and Answers
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What are some career opportunities for professional makeup artists?
Working in clinical offices, film/video, theatre, fashion, freelance artist, and salons and
spas.
List some of the articles that women used to use for cosmetics?
Tree bark, insects, nuts, and berries
What are the purposes of foundation? What other name is it known as?
Evens out skin tone and color, conceals imperfections, protects skin from environmental
elements, provides a smooth canvas for makeup. Base makeup.
List and describe the five basic types of foundation.
Liquid- sheer to medium coverage. Cream- medium coverage good for normal to dry
sky. Cake- heavy coverage. Powder- buildabe coverage. Mineral- healthy for skin and
non comedogenic.
What is designed to be applied before foundation to allow makeup to adhere better to
the skin?
Primer
Which foundation formula is a suspension and provides sheer to medium coverage?
Liquid
Which foundation formula is better for normal to dry skins and provides a medium to
heavier coverage?
Cream foundation
What product do you use to prevent the oxidation process in oily skin?
Face powder
What is the purpose of face powder?
Gives translucency to the finshed appearance of the makeup. Makes the skin appear
more fine-textured. Sets the makeup and holds the makeup longer. Suppresses an
overly shiny look. Slows the process of oxidation on oily skin.
How do loose powder and compact powder differ?
Compact powder is specifically designed for portability and touch ups.
What are the purposes of cheek color/blush?
To add color and health to cheeks. To modify and accentuate bone structure. To
harmonize with other colors used on the face, and in the overall look.
List 4 types of blush.
Liquid, Gel, Cream, and Powder
In what two ways does eyeliner emphasize the eyes?
Makes the eyelashes appear fuller. Makes the eyes appear larger.
Which forms are eyeliners available in? Which is the most commonly used?
Liquid, Cake, Pencil. Pencil is the most commonly used.
What is the purpose of eye shadow?
To accentuate and contour eyes.
What are the 3 forms of mascara and its purpose?
Liquid, Cake, and Cream. Enhances natural lashes by darkening, defines, and thickens.
What are the purposes of lip color?
, Give color to the face and finish a makeup design, also conditions and protects lips
when containing spf.
How did the Victorian Age affect the use of cosmetics?
Pinched cheeks and bit lips to enhance color.
What did ancient Greek women use for lip and cheek color?
Vermilion, a bright red pigment ground from cinnabar.
What is used on oily skin to minimize large pores?
Liquid powder
List two reasons for using toner.
To remove any left over cleanser, Normalize ph level.
What type of foundation is best for dry skin?
Oil based or cream
What type of foundation can be used on any skin type, but is best for oily skin?
Water based foundation
Which foundation gives the fullest coverage?
Cake foundation
What are 3 important tips to remember when applying makeup professionally?
Blending product well, Avoid rubbing & skin tugging, Cream before powders.
What determines the selection of the foundation color?
Select the color that disappears into the skin below the cheek to the jawline.
What does the term "line of demarcation" mean?
A differential color line between the product and the neck line.
Describe the method of concealer application.
Concealer is one or two shaders lighter than foundation. You can apply under or over
foundation beneath the eyes and on other areas to conceal. Apply with a brush, fingers,
or sponge.
How do you choose the right foundation color?
Choosing a shade that disappears once you apply it to the skin.
On what type is a water-based foundation the best choice?
Oily skin
On what type is a liquid powder foundation the best choice?
Skin with large pores
What color foundation is best for freckled skin?
Matches the skin tone but usually has golden undertones.
What is ruddy/florid skin? Which color corrector works best for ruddy skin?
Orangey red skin. Green or yellow corrects it.
What is sallow skin and the best color corrector for it?
Sallow skin has a yellow hue. Mauve corrects it.
What is used to highlight the skin?
Anything that is 1 to 2 shades lighter than the skin tone.
What type of blush is best for scarred skin?
Cream blush
Which blush types should you avoid using on blemished skin?
Gel or cream blush.
When during a makeup application is a cream product applied?
Before powder.
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What are some career opportunities for professional makeup artists?
Working in clinical offices, film/video, theatre, fashion, freelance artist, and salons and
spas.
List some of the articles that women used to use for cosmetics?
Tree bark, insects, nuts, and berries
What are the purposes of foundation? What other name is it known as?
Evens out skin tone and color, conceals imperfections, protects skin from environmental
elements, provides a smooth canvas for makeup. Base makeup.
List and describe the five basic types of foundation.
Liquid- sheer to medium coverage. Cream- medium coverage good for normal to dry
sky. Cake- heavy coverage. Powder- buildabe coverage. Mineral- healthy for skin and
non comedogenic.
What is designed to be applied before foundation to allow makeup to adhere better to
the skin?
Primer
Which foundation formula is a suspension and provides sheer to medium coverage?
Liquid
Which foundation formula is better for normal to dry skins and provides a medium to
heavier coverage?
Cream foundation
What product do you use to prevent the oxidation process in oily skin?
Face powder
What is the purpose of face powder?
Gives translucency to the finshed appearance of the makeup. Makes the skin appear
more fine-textured. Sets the makeup and holds the makeup longer. Suppresses an
overly shiny look. Slows the process of oxidation on oily skin.
How do loose powder and compact powder differ?
Compact powder is specifically designed for portability and touch ups.
What are the purposes of cheek color/blush?
To add color and health to cheeks. To modify and accentuate bone structure. To
harmonize with other colors used on the face, and in the overall look.
List 4 types of blush.
Liquid, Gel, Cream, and Powder
In what two ways does eyeliner emphasize the eyes?
Makes the eyelashes appear fuller. Makes the eyes appear larger.
Which forms are eyeliners available in? Which is the most commonly used?
Liquid, Cake, Pencil. Pencil is the most commonly used.
What is the purpose of eye shadow?
To accentuate and contour eyes.
What are the 3 forms of mascara and its purpose?
Liquid, Cake, and Cream. Enhances natural lashes by darkening, defines, and thickens.
What are the purposes of lip color?
, Give color to the face and finish a makeup design, also conditions and protects lips
when containing spf.
How did the Victorian Age affect the use of cosmetics?
Pinched cheeks and bit lips to enhance color.
What did ancient Greek women use for lip and cheek color?
Vermilion, a bright red pigment ground from cinnabar.
What is used on oily skin to minimize large pores?
Liquid powder
List two reasons for using toner.
To remove any left over cleanser, Normalize ph level.
What type of foundation is best for dry skin?
Oil based or cream
What type of foundation can be used on any skin type, but is best for oily skin?
Water based foundation
Which foundation gives the fullest coverage?
Cake foundation
What are 3 important tips to remember when applying makeup professionally?
Blending product well, Avoid rubbing & skin tugging, Cream before powders.
What determines the selection of the foundation color?
Select the color that disappears into the skin below the cheek to the jawline.
What does the term "line of demarcation" mean?
A differential color line between the product and the neck line.
Describe the method of concealer application.
Concealer is one or two shaders lighter than foundation. You can apply under or over
foundation beneath the eyes and on other areas to conceal. Apply with a brush, fingers,
or sponge.
How do you choose the right foundation color?
Choosing a shade that disappears once you apply it to the skin.
On what type is a water-based foundation the best choice?
Oily skin
On what type is a liquid powder foundation the best choice?
Skin with large pores
What color foundation is best for freckled skin?
Matches the skin tone but usually has golden undertones.
What is ruddy/florid skin? Which color corrector works best for ruddy skin?
Orangey red skin. Green or yellow corrects it.
What is sallow skin and the best color corrector for it?
Sallow skin has a yellow hue. Mauve corrects it.
What is used to highlight the skin?
Anything that is 1 to 2 shades lighter than the skin tone.
What type of blush is best for scarred skin?
Cream blush
Which blush types should you avoid using on blemished skin?
Gel or cream blush.
When during a makeup application is a cream product applied?
Before powder.
