Fantasy Makeup
Fantasy Makeup can be achieved by using unusual bright colors or smokey eye color which can give a fantasy cat’s eye effect.
Cat’s eyes effect makeup, first seen in the sixties, can be used to create a dramatic effect by applying eye liner which is swept out from the corner of the eye. Any colors can be used but applying turquoises and bright blues gives a real fantasy look.
For fantasy effect eye makeup which is for a special occasion such as Halloween can be based upon those seen on fantasy characters such as vampires. There are many web sites which give you guidance on how to copy these looks and some include makeup kits which will give you all the makeup needed to create the complete look.
Vampire makeup is based on using blacks, reds and whites.
There are even fantasy contact lens available, you can not only alter the color of your eyes but chose lens which for example have a bloodshot effect, great for Halloween, or have the iris part shaped liked a ‘cat’s eye’; these really are amazing but they are not particularly cheap and all caution should be taken when using contact lens as damage to your eye can easily occur.
It’s not only women who wear fantasy makeup; men are beginning to wear fantasy makeup especially when going to fancy dress parties which are ‘themed’ for example ‘favourite fantasy hero’. Also men wear makeup to create a dramatic fashion statement; there are many web sites which are dedicated to men which provide ideas and inspiration.
Your fantasy maybe to look like your favourite celebrity and copy their makeup style. Although most celebrities have professional makeup artists their looks can still be copied.
Glitter eye make includes the use of glitter mascara which can be used to make your fantasy eye makeup really stand out.
Probably the biggest tips for using fantasy makeup are not to use it on a daily basis, unless of course your alter ego deems it necessary! When you do wear it you will look and feel different which is the whole reason for using it.
Most cosmetic companies produce makeup which is designed for creating fantasy looks; these are available from high street retailers or from the Internet. There are also specialized retailers who stock fantasy makeup for stage and drama, so if you’re looking for a real difference in your Fantasy Makeup these may well be worth looking into.