Dermablend make-up is a corrective, cover up make-up developed in 1981 by an American dermatologist to give skin a smooth flawless finish.
Designed to completely cover birthmarks, tattoos, flat scars, Vitiligo, pronounced dark patches of skin, hyperpigmentation and some acne, it stays put all day until removed with cleanser.
Ideal to cover imperfections in skin tone giving the wearer confidence to show their skin or to be photographed.
The micronised setting powder reinforces the product's hold over 16 hours whilst maintaining a natural skin tone. Transparent on application so as not to distort the shade of the dermablend cream, it imparts a natural looking velvety finish providing a perfectly matt effect without drying the skin. It also enables the cover cream to stay in place through harsh testing conditions such as swimming, having a bath or perspiring.
Ask about a trial if you would like me to show you how effective this product can be.

Eyebrow & Lash tints

The cosmetic effect of brow and lash tinting is to enhance the general appearance, define or correct brow shapes and emphasise the lashes with intensified colour.

Lash tinting can reduce the need for mascara, ideal for a situation such as a holiday somewhere very hot and humid where make-up wouldn't stay put easily.

Colours available are black, brown and dark grey.


Skin Patch Testing

Before any lash or brow tinting is carried out a small patch test of mixed up tint is applied to the skin behind the ear to determine if there is any sensitivity to products used. The patch test has to be applied 24-48 hours before the lash or brow tint. Although a little inconvenient it is preferable to any allergic reaction, although these are very rare.

Preparation
Having a professional make-up will enhance your natural features whilst the subtle technique of shading and contouring can minimize any areas you'd rather not draw attention to.
Working in natural light is always preferable for good results so invest in a daylight bulb to use in a lamp where make-up is to be applied.
Starting with a clean base is imperative but the use of soap or detergent is not recommended as an over zealous cleansing routine can have a negative effect on the delicate facial skin as most soaps contain caustic soda which whilst totally degreasing the skin's surface in an effort to remove bacteria and dirt also weakens the skin's natural protective powers.
This breaking down of the skin's 'acid mantle' can leave skin feeling dry, blotchy and inflamed. Make-up would then look blotchy and uneven whilst having little lasting ability.
A cooling, gentle cleanser containing natural ingredients is therefore always used prior to make-up followed by a light gel moisturiser.

Primer

Primer is a valuable multi-tasking product which fills in fine wrinkles, smooths skin tone, helps any make-up base/foundation used to glide on flawlessly and most importantly helps your make-up to stay put in any heat and humidity. Give this a try if your make-up seems to wear off too quickly.


Foundation

For a make-up base that covers your imperfections but gives the look of beautiful healthy skin use a powder made of only pure minerals, no chemical additives or fillers. These innovative dry foundations are applied with a soft bristled brush to provide a silky smooth, even coverage with a soft luminosity. They contain no preservatives oil or fragrance and are recommended by doctors and dermatologists.

Bare mineral make-up provides natural sun protection factor 15 broad spectrum UVA/UVB protection.

Once the foundation has been applied, skin appears even and smooth textured. A perfect canvas to apply the rest of your make-up to.


Concealer

There are two groups of concealers for different jobs. The first is the more pigmented one usually in a stick form. This conceals age spots, and pimples very effectively, it is applied using a small brush, which must be washed regularly. The second type is usually a thinner cream or liquid which contains light reflective pigments and is very good at concealing dark, shadowy areas around the eye area.


Shading / Sculpting

The next step is to subtly correct any irregularities by the clever use of delicate shading and highlighting, using a mineral powder make up. A shade is used just slightly darker than your foundation to gradually build up a shadow effect which appears to slim down a wide nose or create a more angular look on a rounded jawline. It's amazing how a facial shape can appear to change using this technique.


Blusher/Bronzer

A little blush is now applied to the apple of the cheekbone, gently building colour, if powder is used final brushstrokes should be in a downward direction to avoid making the tiny vellus hairs of the cheek show.


Eyes

Start with defining eyebrows as these appear to frame the eye, pluck any stray hairs remembering to work gradually, too thin a brow is ageing. Use a cotton pad soaked in hot water before tweezing, then witch hazel or aloe vera applied soon afterwards to soothe and reduce any redness, try a professional wax if you aren't sure of what shape looks best then just tweeze the odd hair that grows in.

Apply a pale shade over the complete eyelid area, this ensures any thin, dark skin doesn't deepen any eye colour used. Apply your chosen colour to accentuate the eye socket remembering to blend away the edges smoothly. Natural browns and greys really work to show off green or blue eyes best. Use a liner sparingly, heavily outlined eyes appear sunken when photographed. Mascara is essential to make the eyes appear to open more. Try using an eyelash curler, t