Customer Reviews

Fine: The Basics of Beauty

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i just finished the dvd, and he truly represented for the african american women. Very motivating dvd it made me want to go break out all my makeup and invite my friends over to have a makeup party. This dvd is for any and everyone who loves makeup, it superceeded my expectations, because i think we all have seen a "sam fine face" on tv or in a magazine, the eyes, the brows, & especially the lips, and always wondered how did he do that? well, you don't have to wonder any longer because he shared his techniques in this dvd. Seriously, after you view this dvd you will know how to achieve it all, because he talks to you at your level, whether you are a beginner or pro, he makes it so simple. If you never had the chance to make it to any of his master classes, or never could afford a makeup school, forget it because this $24 dvd is all you need. You gotta get it! I would give it 10 stars if i could.....a makeup artist who truly shares their skills....WOW, i'm still amazed!!! Thank you Sam

This is most definitely a tutorial, though it doesn't feel like one. Its almost like being on a job with him as he explains his technique while he works. Very conversational and intimate. Sam Fine covers the importance of having a good set of BASIC tools (brushes, sponges, etc) and how to use them /take care of them. Then he stresses the importance of having a flawless canvas and how to achieve it without looking overly made up. Women of color do not have to be afraid of using concealer, he shows how. I love how he addresses the multiple tones that we usually have in our skin and how to unify those tones. The pop-up tips are super helpful as he's speaking and he goes over several basic steps in all of the makeovers to make it easy to remember.

People who are looking for a very "made up" look or exaggerated eyeshadow looks will need to look elsewhere. He concentrates on very basic, natural looks and then you are free to build from there.

This DVD was everything that I expected from Sam Fine. I appreciate a product specifically targeted to women of color and our specific needs. I expect there will be another DVD that shows you how to punch up your looks but anyone should be able to master a flawless, finished basic makeup look after watching this DVD a few times.

I purchased this DVD loved it! This DVD is very simple to understand. I would recommend it to any women who wants to learn to apply makeup but doesn't know where to start. Seeing each makeover step by step really makes you feel like you can achive the same results with a little practice no matter what your current skill level is! I really hope to see more DVD's from Sam Fine in the future.

I returned this dvd because it was too basic and for the price I was hoping for more. Instead of doing 3 day time/basic look on each women he should have done a different look (day/night/special/glamour) on each one.

I absolutely LOVE this DVD. Sam Fine explained makeup where an everyday person can understand it and duplicate the techniques, PLUS he gave GREAT information and techniques that a makeup artist can take and use to enhance his/her career. Who would've known what a facial tissue could do for a makeup job (you've gotta see this trick. I was amazed)? I watched my dvd today and tried some of the techniques tonight! He made everything so easy to follow that I was able to duplicate the looks. This video is a MUST HAVE for makeup artists and anybody wanting to wear makeup and wear it RIGHT!!!! Thanks Sam Fine for sharing. I really appreciate you!

I was surfing youtube vidoes for makeup looks I can do myself. The trouble I was having was finding makeup that looks good on my skin tone because most of the looks were done by and on white/pale skin, not women of color. This video gives a good list of brushes or tools needed to get good results. Sam Fine goes into depth about the use and importance of each brush/tool. He does 3 different makeovers on 3 different women of different ages, skin tones, and facial issues. He gives great tips that can be put to practice right away. He, however, doesn't promote any makeup lines/brands. I wish he had given tips on what works best on the different types of skin because I have oily skin and I am always looking for products that work best for reducing oil and maintaining clear skin. I look forward to more makeup tutorials using color from him. He truly is a master at his craft. This video is a must have for beginners and seasoned makeup users.

I just rec'd this DVD and watched it last night. I feel it was definitely worth the price and gives basic instructions for makeup application. I was happy that he validated some things that I had figured out on my own, like blending and using more than one shade of foundation to match skin tone. My only concern with this video is that I felt he didn't go dark enough. Maybe it was the lighting but there are still women that have very deep brown skin that need a little help. Also he didn't talk about adjusting makeup application as skin and features age.

I think this is a decent make up guide, but for the price, I was hoping for more. He goes over make up tips using 3 women and builds on techniques with each one. This is good information to have but *very* basic.

Sam Fine really delivers with this DVD! It is so exciting to watch him go step by step with each makeover and then I have the opportunity to duplicate the techniques for myself. I have learned so much from watching this and I have already gotten compliments on my new and improved look. I've purchased several of these DVDs to give to my closest friends for Christmas. When you find something this good, you just have to share!

Watching this DVD is like having your own personal make-up class with Sam. I'd say it's required viewing for all women who want to put their best face forward and I hope it's the first of many DVDs we'll see from Sam. Thank you Sam for giving all of us the opportunity to learn from the best!

It's so amazing to have step-by-step instruction from such a legend...catering to MY skin texture and tones. Thanks so much for creating this DVD, Mr. Sam Fine! And ladies, trust me, this DVD is a MUST HAVE for revealing the Goddess in you!