Difference between bronzer and contour

Hi Terri, this may be a silly question, but what is the difference between bronzer and contour? It all looks the same to me. ~Cherise 

Hi Cherise! So glad you asked this question; it is not silly. I don’t think a lot of people truly know the difference.
Contour is typically a few shades darker than your skin tone and has cooler undertones because it is meant to create the effect of a shadow on the face to give a sculpted look.
A bronzer is a few shades darker than your skin tone and has warmer undertones because it is meant to warm up the face and give a sun-kissed effect.

Body Wash

Hi Terri! What is your favorite body wash? Mine leaves my skin feeling dry and itchy. ~ Kirsten

Kirsten, as always, it’s a matter of trial and error. And I’ve done a lot of that! My personal favorite may surprise you — Trader Joe’s Tea Tree Tingle Body Wash. I love the way it smells, and my skin feels refreshed and hydrated. Plus, it’s super cost-effective! Let me know how it works for you.

Keeping it fresh all day long

Keeping makeup looking fresh and long-lasting is an issue we all grapple with. And one that film and television makeup artists have mastered. They are on set and filming for 12-plus hours a day in all sorts of extreme environmental conditions and must ensure their makeup applications last through it all. So, we asked our favorite movie and TV makeup master Rebecca Alling to share some tips. Rebecca has been in the business for 30 years and worked on numerous projects, including the acclaimed TV series Silicon Valley, Barry, and Homecoming.

Here’s what she said:

First and foremost, being familiar with your skin or your client’s skin is extremely beneficial because you will know exactly what kind of products (oil-based/water-based) hold up best.

Good skin prep is vital. It can make or break the makeup application and longevity of wear. Typically, I like to prep the face with Laurel Skin Unburden Serum to give me a smooth, hydrated canvas to start with. However, if a client has skin that really absorbs makeup, I use the Smashbox Photo Finish Smooth & Blur Primer to create a barrier between the products and the skin to prevent as much absorption as possible.

After applying the makeup, I set it properly with a setting powder. Setting the makeup with powder ensures that all the work you’ve done is going to hold up. My favorite setting powder is Dermablend Original Loose Setting Powder. I use this on every skin tone and type. It is truly translucent and does not change the color of the makeup or leave a chalky cast on the skin. I also like it because it’s lightweight and no matter how many times I layer it throughout the day, it doesn’t build up or get cakey (this is very important!).

Lastly, I finish every look with Danessa Myricks Set it Forever Mist Setting Spray. I never believed in setting sprays until I found this one and now, I can’t go without it! No matter if it’s a super long shoot day, extremely hot, or even if we’re filming directly in water, this spray makes sure my makeup doesn’t slip and slide!