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What is Airbrush Makeup?

Airbrush Makeup began in the Cinema industry in 1925, when makeup artists used the technique to paint hundreds of extras in a quick and effective way. 

The techniques were re-popularized in the 90’s when digital photography and High Definition Television required a flawless and natural coverage without a heavy buildup of product on the skin. 

It has only been a recent occurrence that makeup artists, specializing in Airbrushing have been offering it to clients outside of the photographic, film and television industries. This is mainly due to a greater use of digital wedding photography, which has created a demand for flawless, long lasting foundations as well as a greater accessibility of airbrush products.

Countless clients have often asked me about the benefits of airbrush makeup when compared to traditional techniques.  Below is a great explanation of airbrushing and the benefits of it.

What is so remarkable about this technique is that the most refined droplets of foundation are directed and deposited on your face through an air delivery system. The resulting finish is flawless skin with natural looking coverage.

When the air fuses with the foundation, it oxidizes it into a high opacity; you get maximum coverage with a breath of product, a girl’s best friend! The last thing the skin needs is to be weighed down with too much product, collecting in areas that exaggerate flaws instead up minimizing them.

This is a strategy that any good makeup artist strives for in an application; perfect skin and undetectable foundation. However, it gets better!

The longevity of the water or silicone based airbrush foundation is good for ten to twelve hours. An alcohol based product can last upwards of 16 hours and will survive the harshest of elements.

Brides can now dance on into the night knowing they haven’t budged or smudged.