The Make Up Book [Hardcover]

Joy Terri (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: December 31, 1999

Let a professional make-up artist show you how to flawlessly apply make-up to accentuate your facial features and create dynamic illusions! Know exactly what to look for in necessary tools--sponges, powder puffs, eyelash curlers, tweezers, and cosmetic brushes. Make sense of the vast array of cosmetics available, what their true functions are, and how to choose the right ones for you. Then get ready for the fun part! Glamorous close-up photos of models of all ages guide you through each step of application. First, achieve the ideal eyebrow shape for your face and tend to thin or uneven eyebrows. Mix and apply foundation to highlight and shade. Use concealer to cover up dark rings and blemishes. Add powder, define eyes, cheeks, lips-and voila, you're beautiful! Color charts of cool and warm make-up and eye shadow shades are accompanied by candid recommendations--so you're sure to always look your best.

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About the Author

Joy is a make-up artist and author who initially trained as a fashion designer. Working with top designers and models, she became more interested in make-up art. After training in this field professionally and working in London, Joy returned to South Africa where she now runs her own highly successful make-up school. She offers professional training, as well as group workshops and individual consultations. --This text refers to the Paperback edition.

Product Details

• Hardcover: 96 pages
• Publisher: Sterling (December 31, 1999)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1853689874
• ISBN-13: 978-1853689871
• Product Dimensions: 11.1 x 8.5 x 0.5 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.6 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 4.2 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (11 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,678,837 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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44 of 46 people found the following review helpful:

2.0 out of 5 stars Good For Starters..., May 31, 2000

By A Customer

This review is from: The Make Up Book (Hardcover)

A fairly good book, though she seems to have you put on too much make-up. "Foundation is neccesary" etc...when I used her tips I looked good, but a bit made-up! It has great tips, though, and is definitely a good starting book! For a more every-day book, with good tips and stuff, I would get Kevyn Aucoin's "Making Faces."

37 of 39 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars A Must For All Make-Up Students!, April 20, 2000

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susi ray (Australia) - See all my reviews

This review is from: The Make Up Book (Hardcover)

What a great book! I am a professional Make-Up artist who both lectures make-up at a modelling academy and a Make-Up & Hairdressing Academy and does freelance work. This book provides information for both levels of education. Chapters on Tools of Trade and how to look after them are a must. Once you read through this chapter, move on to learn about make-up products and application techniques. There are sections about analyising the facial structure, undertones of skin, as well as making the most of these attributes. Learn how to create certain looks for different occasions. This book is wonderful for discovering the basics of make-up application and the basic concepts of colour in make-up application. I wish this book was around when I did my make-up course!

22 of 24 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars The Make-Up Book, April 18, 2000

By A Customer

This review is from: The Make Up Book (Hardcover)

This book is really a must have for any and all people that wear or apply make-up. It shows you a wide array of techniques, color uses, and how NOT to waste your money on tools. If you want only one book about make-up, to learn everything, and not to spend too much, this is the book to get.