10 Secret Face Chart Advantages Every Makeup Artist Can Benefit From (You Included)

The face chart has been under-dusted for a long time, but now more and more makeup passionates understand that it is a powerful underrated tool for makeup artists. So I will reveal ten face chart secrets that you may not have thought of that will help you develop as a makeup artist. Anyone who understands face charts, and implements this will benefit from it. Straight away.

It is no longer just about dabbing some eyeshadow on a piece of paper; although even that can be useful, there is so much more profit to be made here. Over the years of facecharting, I have learned so much from fine-tuning the process myself, especially when writing 'the facechart book'; I made an incredible amount of progress while figuring out how to teach this noble art. The face chart benefits below partly come from happy customers already working with the book and their experience. I didn't think of it myself right away in some cases, but it makes perfect sense when rethinking it.

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What are the benefits of face charts for makeup Artists?

How to blend makeup like a makeup pro!

I put this one first because this advantage of face charting is rather underrated. If you practice blending techniques on paper, you'll be able to make such fine gradients. So play around with your blending brushes and blend eyeshadows, powders, bronzers, and blushes to your heart's desire.

Experiment endlessly, improve, and try whatever you want from highlight, transition to shade, or the transition between colors. Of course, paper isn't skin; it is not intended as a replacement for it, but it is undoubtedly the next best thing with the great advantage of the infinite supply of it (which you don't have with models) and if things don't quite work out; start on a new one. You will often hear: "OMG, I can't even do that on my face..." Well, if they would practice on paper first.....

What brushes to use for face chart makeup art?

How many different brushes and applicators do you own? I'm guessing there are quite a few. But, do you know the difference between them and what they do with the product you want to apply? And those products, are you thoroughly familiar with them? Quite handy to know, if you ask me. By regularly practicing on face charts, you will find out very quickly and benefit from it. In short, how does your brush/applicator handle the product? There is no better way than practicing on paper; believe it or not, this has already resulted in quite a few 'aha' moments.

How to get comfortable wearing bright makeup colors with face charts.

Following up on the previous one (and something I never had a problem with myself), you quickly become highly comfortable wearing bright makeup colors! Unfortunately, there happens to be a large group who, in their own words, 'never dare to wear that kind of makeup' themselves but would absolutely love to. This uncertainty is understandable; you don't want to look like a 12-year-old, and bright colored eye makeup can be pretty intimidating. However, you get used to using colors because on facecharts you can try everything with impunity when it comes to colors to figure out what works and what doesn't.

I have received numerous reactions from people* who are now finally colorful in life after years of wearing the 'safe' shades. A revelation, isn't it? Are you confident in your use of color?

*Side note: Gaining color confidence might have to do with the fact that there is a complete chapter of color theory in 'The Book', so you can easily make foolproof combinations, but that aside.

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How face charts help you to understand the influence of light and shadow when it comes to makeup.

What's the point of contouring and highlighting? And, how did eyeshadow got its name? Makeup creates an optical illusion; by making parts darker or lighter, you can divert attention from them or accentuate them. Thus, simulating light and shadow, combined with color, can be considered the essence of Makeup.

What actually happens when you make certain parts darker or lighter. What kind of optical result does it give and why. Again, a 2-dimensional piece of specialist paper is entirely different from a 3-dimensional face, but the basics of 'light and shadow' and how to implement it subtly remain the same! Gradually understand why certain actions produce certain effects by practicing face charts with Makeup on paper.

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Important with face charts, when it comes to creating dimension, is that you know where to apply what and build it subtly, layer by layer. And that subtlety and understanding shall reflect in your makeup skills. Many makeup artists improved their skills and expertise by following a face chart study, for instance at Makeup Designer Academy™

How face charts can help you to do makeup for every eye shape, face shape, and skin tone.

Practice all imaginable skin tones, eye types, face shapes, and so on. Figure out what works for what, and better yet, what doesn't work! Even if you don't plan to ever make up someone else, it's still fun to play with diversity. Makeup unites! Each skin tone has its own benefits. Every face type is different and needs a different approach. Think especially about eye types! You can practice any shape, color, or peculiarity beforehand with face charts and figure out what works. Be prepared!

How face chart makeup can help to do advice makeup to clients professionally.

Talking about preparation? The mesmerizing effect that face charts have on customers is considerable. For instance, show them, live in front of their eyes, what kind of Makeup you advise them, with the recommended products, doing a full eye makeup look on a face chart. Give them an unforgettable experience while you show off your skills.

Sex Education face chart makeup design for NYX Cosmetics by Liza Kondrevich

In any case, a stack of mind-blowing facecharts is an exciting addition to your portfolio. But what you should definitely try, if the situation allows, is the following: Imagine that you are asked to make a quote and a makeup proposal for an important client (for example, for a movie or photoshoot). After you receive their wishes and the types of models it concerns, sent them their desired looks on realistic facecharts in addition to a mood board, then they will be over the moon! Showcase instantly that you have the techniques and knowledge required for this job.

How face chart makeup techniques help you to gain eyeliner skills.

Do you ever wonder, "How can I achieve sharp eyeliner?" or "How to even draw straight lines at all?" Well, then you're not alone. This turns out to be one of the most coveted skills, and working on face charts can help you obtain this. You develop a steady hand movement by practicing various techniques on paper (without ending, of course). An essential skill if you prefer razor-sharp lines above, uhm, you know what I mean..

How to match lashes with makeup using face charts.

Nothing is more disturbing than perfect Makeup with mismatching lashes. By simply planning in advance which type of lashes you want with your desired look, or by testing whether a certain combination works or not, you can no longer go wrong. Drawing lashes on facecharts is, apart from eyebrows, according to many what they didn't get nailed until they got their hands on 'the facechart book'.

How face chart study can help you with brow shaping and perfect eyebrows.

Learn how to draw eyebrows with ‘The Facechart Book’

This I've heard told many, many times by customers who bought 'The Facechart Book'. From makeup artists to micro-bladers to aestheticians, their conclusion is this: to do aesthetically correct looking eyebrows on models, you have to understand how the natural eyebrow is constructed. Learn how to draw perfect eyebrows in all shapes and sizes on your face charts, and follow the hair strokes' natural direction. Master this, and use this knowledge to lift your eyebrow skills to the highest level.

This may be one of the best-kept beauty secrets that no one wants to tell you about face charts. In the facechart book, different eyebrow shapes are explained step by step, or should I say hair-by-hair?

How face charts can destress makeup artists (and prevent burn out)

And last but not least, a massive benefit of face charting is that it is stress-relieving. I don't know if you meditate, but that's kind of how it feels to me. Many call it therapeutic, which makes sense; what could be more relaxing than spending hours in your own creative bubble, working on your makeup skills with your favorite makeup products. The scents, the brushes, all your favorite colors, You in full focus, far away from the daily hassle–All in perfect harmony, if that's not beneficial, then what is?

Which benefits of face charting have you never thought of but make perfect sense now? Once you know, you instantly get why the face chart is called a powerful tool for makeup artists. Can't wait and eager to start today? Let's do this! Sign up for the newsletter NOW, receive a FREE template, and have the best start imaginable.

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