My first experience with this technology was at the 2014 Make up In Nigeria Conference. It was indeed an experience that thrilled me so much owing to the fact that I am not one to wait in a seat for hours simply because you need to get some makeup done to my face.
Airbrushing is traditionally the use of a device by an artist to spray paint by means of compressed air. This art got introduced into the beauty industry in 1959 when it was used on the casts of a film, Ben Hur. It became more popular with the advent of High Definition videos. Since then, it has transcended to other movie sets and video shoots. Though not so popular in Nigeria, people are beginning to gradually embrace this method even for brides who can afford it.
When applied properly, it gives a natural look and does not in any way appear heavy. It is also known to last longer than the traditional makeup application. Gradually, the technique is being used for applying eye shadow, blush, lipstick, contour and highlighting.
The technique is quite expensive which is why many are yet to utilize it but it saves time and helps to prevent the settling of the makeup in pores or wrinkles. In Nigeria Khuraira, a Nigerian Make Up artist who is based in the United States but has branches in Nigeria is known to practice the airbrushing art and has even gone on to organize trainings for younger Make Up Artistes who may be interested in the trade.
Air brushing comes in 5 formulas that we are aware of:
- Water based: Finely ground pigments dissipated in water.
- Polymer-water-based: A mix of water, polymers and pigment, when airbrushed on the skin the polymer dries leaving a continuous coating on the skin.
- Polymer-SD40-alcohol based: Instead of using water like the polymer-water-based formula, it uses alcohol which assists with drying of the makeup on the skin.
- Alcohol based: Also called “temporary airbrush inks” alcohol based formulas are generally used when creating fake tattoos.
- Silicone-based: Uses silicone for longer lasting wear and without fading. Silicone-based can be thinned with certain types of formula additives, for lighter coverage
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