Cover Up!

<div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgAuAVUik3HvQ91JVNuVEixQi-wa8hb1G_07ZmywUIFn2uO6tuXlVv_qLylJu_ZTnhjMT6NZFqeNYtpJHm1E9IS9IzcWngK6M78Qtm7HemcxSFU5BjdWc9SDi9VVf_vJ0K6JgXYxBHitvg/s1600-h/johnny-depp-tattoo3.jpg" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"></a><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEitCRiCTXB_LlyjtY2ifJKmAnyrTbdKDqnu_s-ixOh8ZsWD2VjokXq7ujDLIJTzCG6fbaiPl6zYXGpA6kXwUUWVLtLCUV2FPDWsrkph1iCJHZ_jclPOght9DdFhVi5ZxctQHK5T8RzEouk/s1600-h/a1.jpg" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"></a><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi1p4_OgEgIONj2LAXdn-Phw1f8ax1p6wB3y48OIh4mo5-pN1RJQDixbhdDPuAdli3gWECiAEhVPNLnrHKfYlqt36NcJ6KNO72d3Jtdt3AWkgYDy6dhagBooLmr0g2Ov5iQaE4-joKD25k/s1600-h/1921458382_aad46f8079.jpg" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5366503612072816578" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi1p4_OgEgIONj2LAXdn-Phw1f8ax1p6wB3y48OIh4mo5-pN1RJQDixbhdDPuAdli3gWECiAEhVPNLnrHKfYlqt36NcJ6KNO72d3Jtdt3AWkgYDy6dhagBooLmr0g2Ov5iQaE4-joKD25k/s400/1921458382_aad46f8079.jpg" style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 267px; height: 400px;" /></a><br /><!--StartFragment--> <p class="MsoNormal">In this <b><i>Pro’s</i></b> world of television, film and photography makeup sometimes I think I have seen <i>“it” </i>all!<span style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </span>However, I am reminded daily that I am naive in having this type of thought process because some people live life on the edge, fulfill their deep desires, wear their hearts on a sleeve and they choose to share it with the world through the art of <i>tattooing</i>.</p> <p class="MsoNormal">This <b><i>Pro</i></b> does not have a <i>"tat,"</i> but I know many who do and I have been asked to use my artistic talent to free-hand tattoos on actors/models or cover up some pretty amazing art work when the <i>“character”</i> is supposed to be a more <i>“innocent”</i> type.</p><p class="MsoNormal"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 238); -webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: underline; "><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5366842169520500882" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEitCRiCTXB_LlyjtY2ifJKmAnyrTbdKDqnu_s-ixOh8ZsWD2VjokXq7ujDLIJTzCG6fbaiPl6zYXGpA6kXwUUWVLtLCUV2FPDWsrkph1iCJHZ_jclPOght9DdFhVi5ZxctQHK5T8RzEouk/s320/a1.jpg" style="display: block; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: auto; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 223px; height: 320px; " /></span></p> <p class="MsoNormal">I find tattoos to be the ultimate <i>“art”</i> form because they tell such personal <i>“stories.”</i><span style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </span>People who have tattoos display them proudly and share their life experiences with the world both happy and tragic.</p> <p class="MsoNormal">Tattoos announce the birth, marriage, initiation, union or death of many and can appear so life-like that you can feel the emotions of the person displaying these <i>“events”</i> without them ever muttering a word.</p><p class="MsoNormal"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 238); -webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: underline; "><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5366842398055878754" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgAuAVUik3HvQ91JVNuVEixQi-wa8hb1G_07ZmywUIFn2uO6tuXlVv_qLylJu_ZTnhjMT6NZFqeNYtpJHm1E9IS9IzcWngK6M78Qtm7HemcxSFU5BjdWc9SDi9VVf_vJ0K6JgXYxBHitvg/s320/johnny-depp-tattoo3.jpg" style="display: block; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: auto; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 267px; height: 320px; " /></span></p> <p class="MsoNormal">However, there are the occasional drunk-off-my-ass type of tats that can be forever a regret in the mind of a young man or woman and usually those are able to be covered up by clothing…sometimes!</p> <p class="MsoNormal">This <b><i>Pro</i></b> loves watching the reality show <i>L.A. Inked</i>!<span style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </span>Kat Von D and her family of incredible artists are extraordinary and create some of the most inspiring pieces of art that I think even Picasso would have found intriguing.</p><p class="MsoNormal"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 238); -webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: underline; "><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5366842604848555442" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi1B-kuDBwSruRRPOGX1WvDmZ8rL2p28CJfv_8YZoCmxotAu1xwHlSxKg3uTZVgz2XQiTb0bAQl5aSK7OLCoCGpYeiwX3AUa2G1yIfHUEiHQ9JcEoIQGhP7jG-nEISRHYgQ9hvMl4o9YsA/s320/kat.jpg" style="display: block; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: auto; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 240px; height: 320px; " /></span></p> <p class="MsoNormal">Don’t you wonder what stimulates a person to want to permanently <i>ink</i> their passion onto their skin?<span style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </span>I do…I want to know what the stars on Kat Von D’s temple mean to her.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </span></p> <p class="MsoNormal">I want to know <i>who</i>, <i>what</i>, <i>where</i>, <i>when</i>, <i>why</i> and <i>how</i>…because I know that there is a testimony behind each mark.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </span>A fascinating, funny, fearless, tragic or manic story and to me, tattoos are like reading a book, but the author is standing in front of you eager to share their personal experience and take you with them on a journey!</p><p class="MsoNormal"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 238); -webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: underline; "><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5366842811220495170" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhoWoPcQjnv6T3RsLhzU7y36wpCYK2i-cDX9Jpn0B-T5BHTmtbJdvh06GK9rxWT8ZMqKQP3N4wO4Ywl_FK3BM7H0mAlkbkxFKZHV0EGWAISpnELnGdP-YHbVxJwxcqUCL5r4_-N0mJGDdE/s320/tattoos_gallery__480x400.jpg" style="display: block; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: auto; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 266px; " /></span></p> <p class="MsoNormal">I find tattoos also frightening and horrific.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </span>When an inmate jailed for a lifetime turns to inking his entire body, face included, with eerie words, numbers or symbols.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </span>Those who worship a faith that is satanic or killers who proudly display their murderous adventures are <i>too</i> much for this <b><i>Pro</i></b> to handle and I feel overwhelming sadness for these people knowing that they are someone’s children and have chosen a path full of hatred.</p> <p class="MsoNormal">Most of the time I find that individuals who express themselves through the art of tattooing are creative, loving, free-spirited and maybe a tad bit <i>“naughty!”</i><span style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </span>It is requested of this <b><i>Pro</i></b> on most shoots to cover up said <i>“art”</i> especially when it is time for the individual to walk down the aisle or stand-up and support a friend who is walking down the aisle.</p><p class="MsoNormal"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 238); -webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: underline; "><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5366862016585584418" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgUUDNrGgUv5YRiBLqov9ojV0CBWnkEMXVZ774MomXDonLeyGIwmUPpXmfOhrMfKB8HBgPPUFf-GVzwXuDWFm2Ywo88sUfZvk0qQ8td11phplQ7QRRTQWgnZmRguecvewZ6fYc61M9TULo/s320/megan-fox.jpg" style="display: block; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: auto; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 320px; " /></span></p> <p class="MsoNormal">I also have been asked many times to help women (never a man) cover up an inked area in order to give them the advantage over a competitor in a job interview.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </span>Or on a more rare occasion, I have been begged to school a young soul on covering up the tattoo gone wrong!</p> <p class="MsoNormal">Whatever your reason for needing to cover up a tattoo, here is a list of what you will need for a D.I.Y. method:</p> <p class="MsoNormal">Cool-toned concealer with yellow undertone 1-2 shades lighter than skin-tone</p> <p class="MsoNormal">Warm-toned concealer with orange/red undertone matching skin-tone</p> <p class="MsoNormal"><b><i>EXACT</i></b> skin-tone match foundation</p> <p class="MsoNormal">Sponge</p> <p class="MsoNormal">Orange Puff</p> <p class="MsoNormal">Setting Powder</p> <p class="MsoNormal">Makeup Sealer Spray</p> <p class="MsoNormal">Cover up Facts:</p> <p class="MsoNormal">Your main objective is to <i>“neutralize”</i> colors in a tattoo.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </span>Remember the color wheel theory this <b><i>Pro</i></b> has mentioned in past posts?<span style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </span>Which colors <i>“cut”</i> colors?<span style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </span>Orange cuts Blue, Green cuts Red…etc., that is how you will neutralize the colors of your <i>“inked”</i> area.</p><p class="MsoNormal"><br /></p><p class="MsoNormal"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 238); -webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: underline; "><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5366862544116277122" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg3MFIGQpFY81O38DvzYTMy-D0947Str11j0_nrAQdlWQ5HxKjs2ADoQD2z_3d48VZhxqWxn6kr4BY8sDoXeFd7tLOCflvyy5hAnKmjesgJc-4iV0k00CMnjbL7fZgP-4E43nxyPXjeRds/s320/color_wheel.jpg" style="display: block; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: auto; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 320px; " /></span></p> <p class="MsoNormal">However, for this type of quick disappearing act use the above-mentioned product.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </span>Don’t try to get fancy with green, purple, yellow or orange primers, concealers or neutralizers.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </span>Those usually require special training by a professional and can be more time consuming and frustrating when you feel the <i>“pressure”</i> to make your tattoo invisible.</p> <p class="MsoNormal"><b><i>WARNING</i></b>:<span style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </span>Covering a tattoo should only be done when your tattoo is completely healed!<span style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </span>If you choose to cover a fresh tattoo you may cause an infection.</p> <p class="MsoNormal">Here is the how-to (small tattoos only):</p> <p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left:.75in;text-indent:-.5in;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1"><span style="mso-bidi-;font-family:Cambria;"><span style="mso-list:Ignore">1.<span style="font:7.0pt "Times New Roman""> </span></span></span>Clean area and use razor to remove hair if needed (this is necessary for makeup to adhere to your skin properly).<span style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </span>Dry area thoroughly.</p> <p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left:.75in;text-indent:-.5in;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1"><span style="mso-bidi-;font-family:Cambria;"><span style="mso-list:Ignore">2.<span style="font:7.0pt "Times New Roman""> </span></span></span>Begin with cool-toned, yellow-based concealer and stipple product onto the tattoo with sponge.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </span>Build up the coverage if needed.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </span>Let dry and adhere to skin, approximately 5 minutes.</p> <p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left:.75in;text-indent:-.5in;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1"><span style="mso-bidi-;font-family:Cambria;"><span style="mso-list:Ignore">3.<span style="font:7.0pt "Times New Roman""> </span></span></span>Use warm-toned, orange/red-based concealer and apply on top of yellow-based concealer lightly using stipple method.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </span>Swiping product across the area will only <i>“smudge”</i> and wipe off the first concealer application.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </span>Build coverage.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </span>Let dry and adhere to skin, approximately 5 minutes.</p> <p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left:.75in;text-indent:-.5in;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1"><span style="mso-bidi-;font-family:Cambria;"><span style="mso-list:Ignore">4.<span style="font:7.0pt "Times New Roman""> </span></span></span>Set with setting powder using orange puff and gently patting powder onto the concealer.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </span>Dust off excess powder.</p> <p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left:.75in;text-indent:-.5in;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1"><span style="mso-bidi-;font-family:Cambria;"><span style="mso-list:Ignore">5.<span style="font:7.0pt "Times New Roman""> </span></span></span>Apply <b><i>EXACT</i></b> matching foundation using sponge and stipple method over concealer.</p> <p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left:.75in;text-indent:-.5in;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1"><span style="mso-bidi-;font-family:Cambria;"><span style="mso-list:Ignore">6.<span style="font:7.0pt "Times New Roman""> </span></span></span>Set with powder using same method listed in Step 4.</p> <p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left:.75in;text-indent:-.5in;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1"><span style="mso-bidi-;font-family:Cambria;"><span style="mso-list:Ignore">7.<span style="font:7.0pt "Times New Roman""> </span></span></span>Apply spritz of makeup setting spray or fixative.</p> <p class="MsoNormal"><o:p> </o:p></p> <p class="MsoNormal">Pro Tip:<span style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </span>I recommend using theatrical, cream concealers and foundations, which are listed below because of there <i>“staying”</i> power, however you <i>can</i> use liquid product, but <i>do</i> <i>not</i> expect the same coverage or lasting results.</p> <p class="MsoNormal">While researching this post, this <b><i>Pro</i></b> came across an interesting technique used by another makeup artist and I just <i>had</i> to test out this theory…</p> <p class="MsoNormal">Using all of the same makeup products listed above, add a <i>red-based lipstick</i> to that group and use it first prior to the yellow-based concealer.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </span>Let dry and adhere to skin and then continue with the steps above in the same order.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </span>Below are photos of our experiment.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </span>I was surprised and excited by our results!</p> <p class="MsoNormal"><br /></p><p class="MsoNormal"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 238); -webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: underline; "><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5366864233581657218" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjynQ9u4w2vVZOr543lXlsXHTyu1zr38zN9SQkDyNlh4q7QgNBOQusLua65__heqWwnPzYi_xJ1TPbVkYjBPs0csgTb-p-_9YGImSCJQHF6EHKe7n-9FuPImJLFWenjkwh2Uga9xoCn1jU/s320/Aileen3.jpg" style="display: block; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: auto; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 240px; " /></span></p><p class="MsoNormal"><b><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-style: normal; font-weight: normal; color: rgb(0, 0, 238); -webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: underline; "><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5366864403811444418" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjTwQrw3VgC95-JbOAY9TYGN_LGxQoGj-nYJU-idZJVb-7BvcFkWDW7bLBWIrwFnSJRYCBMvItGAF6MIlGyOkKMd3XUE6bxp9ROy_xdaqrTuwjtM8GQt3HrebfUbHdYEzJBro-uWmGpDaE/s320/Aileen1.jpg" style="display: block; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: auto; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 240px; height: 320px; " /></span></i></b></p><p class="MsoNormal"><b><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-style: normal; font-weight: normal; color: rgb(0, 0, 238); -webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: underline; "><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5366864579666381650" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjprsImhRA3qZXQ3wn75k7QfNwtzsq6Pt0Cl4PwjfR-vGpH8gUw0fzbhjIfJ9Y8-ie-KTzZmbaik88HaGm9KhJoz5zF0M3UcffXPX64uDcYfXEx5R2Qws1tRu_ivmbwtUaxN2OEQFrSpGc/s320/Aileen2.jpg" style="display: block; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: auto; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 240px; height: 320px; " /></span></i></b></p><p class="MsoNormal"><b><i><br /></i></b></p><p class="MsoNormal"><b><i>Pro</i></b> tattoo cover-up product recommendations:</p> <p class="MsoNormal">Yellow-based concealer:<span style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </span><a href="http://www.sephora.com/browse/brand_hierarchy.jhtml?brandId=5333&categoryId=C108"><i>Lemon-Aid by BeneFit</i></a> or <i><a href="http://www.alconeco.com/products/straight_makeup/skin/correctors_and_concealers/ben_nye_mellow_yellow">Ben Nye’s Mellow Yellow</a></i> Neutralizer.</p><p class="MsoNormal"><br /></p><p class="MsoNormal"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 238); -webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: underline; "><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5366864897947577842" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjQmYEKjCuEU8aL0F5Mb1UYHWGCsX7lbgiKgKO7WN5_amwC3_UwjiA4KCqbzW8NezkrMzp5X6Uk3pQewgEOSRwELmIL7wkacZ-VYkcih70t6cl48a9MrU7AGw4Tisf3Q20Stxa3DWIfJ9o/s320/lemonaid.jpg" style="display: block; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: auto; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 265px; height: 265px; " /></span></p><p class="MsoNormal"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 238); -webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: underline; "><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5366865239502551874" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiz6aFFMzNdFeAMjsNC2FLISGPP1m9ugHnMMyA0eusBsqgLaqFBvSoIEdwNe9tJCCHcpJU6XzOSnRV8RPvxK28n7OctKmUO3nKYOTDlM4bxc3X72I2BwrZFzv0uRkDgFWsMbMoa-NRBxRM/s200/Thumb.aspx" style="display: block; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: auto; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 200px; height: 200px; " /></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 238); -webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: underline; "><br /></span></p><p class="MsoNormal">Orange/Red based concealer:<span style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </span><i><a href="http://www.neostrata.com/coverblend/">CoverBlend Concealer</a></i> in various shades.</p><p class="MsoNormal"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 238); -webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: underline; "><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5366865660752843970" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiXmdONstlDrrS_Uefgxej6RxgdCO2zIXHjsiGCnypzrgab0sLsUufZZ4xVn_zZTmL-c2dA6AhCUNyBcLPBXpyO4WmhwZjcbF1N_smP5WdaNFIt6RxlIGHlOID3pPA5ruw-f3SydHlJ25E/s200/8772_lg.jpg" style="display: block; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: auto; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 200px; height: 200px; " /></span></p> <p class="MsoNormal">Cream-based Foundation: <i><a href="http://www.cinemasecrets.com/support/sup_cosmetics.html">Cinema Secrets</a></i>, <i><a href="http://www.graftobian.com/commerce/catalog.jsp?catId=2080">Graftobian</a></i> or <i><a href="http://www.alconeco.com/products/straight_makeup/skin/foundation/ben_nye_foundations">Ben Nye</a></i> theatrical foundations.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </span>Also, <i><a href="http://www.coverfxmakeup.com/">CoverFX Total Coverage Cream Foundation</a></i> or <i><a href="http://www.dermablend.co.uk/">Dermablend</a></i> camouflage makeup are good alternatives if you are unable to purchase a theatrical product.</p><p class="MsoNormal"><br /></p><p class="MsoNormal"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 238); -webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: underline; "><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5366866101854008594" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgzn3Zrhm0s4jSF9E2295BC7A0jHK6NLco0MnpyVPt_pfV0S19_byiVhkNCE-AclPhygcNZw0fnpZYS7aHQf-NpUArPloBDJTw_3BCWAi_OxvLQgTpqdfx-h3UEQfiR9lEHtHwhv-U1sFA/s320/AAAADLKeRZUAAAAAAEgAMA.jpg" style="display: block; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: auto; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 251px; height: 250px; " /></span></p><p class="MsoNormal"><br /></p><p class="MsoNormal"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 238); -webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: underline; "><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5366866107701505186" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhY4TXY8wcokP3b5beLJgfWTChmISz9iEAzCUhU4QkmW009OkElCY48dMqpIvuaWrLbNNz9q8QihYdZ9uxdvWL7_RMPFSjlxDFwMRqy-pv-7O2c7ap5O88E5fz1dvbf7ypa7SACTXBDkiI/s320/GraftobFound.JPG.jpeg" style="display: block; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: auto; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 210px; height: 200px; " /></span></p><p class="MsoNormal"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 238); -webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: underline; "><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5366866101967772306" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhoYYtM0MCtEwhFtq1YScGze9p7eTQZj-qvDBPuVDs3_Ee4WtKt_Z8GtQhHYP4hWqvfxC_Ls_0mR9ewut1MPHpRezRScqDcv1Q5VN2QewdwhQ60HrU-FRXzlheE2SRe7FsTADB_Ji16PuU/s320/correcteur_teint_haute_couvrance.jpg" style="display: block; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: auto; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 265px; height: 320px; " /></span></p><p class="MsoNormal"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 238); -webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: underline; "><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5366867207336170594" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgaVfMiCbnq5eP84NiPLJRXk7o-cIKv7lSLNrvtp1GPco2hVRic6OzpKkQmutp_NHRvgiCj4KAUUMk_NPmXVFoAR2LZW-mnhuRx-BO52oAl0GaCOpWhvnxCRznEttVFtsvKGIr_f-w5C7A/s320/P191303_hero.jpg" style="display: block; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: auto; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 250px; height: 250px; " /></span></p><p class="MsoNormal">Setting Powder: <i><a href="http://www.cinemasecrets.com/support/sup_cosmetics.html">Cinema Secrets</a></i> theatrical setting powder.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </span>Comes in translucent or skin-tone hues.</p><p class="MsoNormal"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 238); -webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: underline; "><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5366867220693174882" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjs6zTgi1MYZKpcurQ2EVNdXScQ0L1MZwO30lTKgNiEwlHqfgLQvBJBDPJzHdSSj9vMQJqqrS93ur_RSSSICRucVbivrd5UDykM8hvSaribEjruMzpp_akfvQeXLzvX5IHNrKZkkClNkcQ/s320/powder_lighttouch.jpg" style="display: block; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: auto; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 297px; " /></span></p> <p class="MsoNormal">Makeup Sealer: <i><a href="http://www.skindinavia.com/web/">Skindanivia</a></i> Makeup Setting Spray.</p><p class="MsoNormal"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 238); -webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: underline; "><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5366868672260105314" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhmFo3RXIXBomZtDC6VmvOZYQrlOgKRRKwCw_9ynaHDCjeEZLqDdkSFjtrYgplJvs65Hk1jgNwkDU9qn2ebRyLJ0sR_2hni5lVP8vlLkGKgFosLVRQ-1FoqMARJROEALEPWFnLqpXoQ8xE/s320/skindinavia_makeup_finishing_spray_6_oz_productfull.jpg" style="display: block; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: auto; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 213px; height: 320px; " /></span></p> <p class="MsoNormal">Specialty Products: <i><a href="http://www.tattoocamo.com/?gclid=CNjqjMypj5wCFSBN5Qodah8RXg">Tattoo Camo Makeup</a></i>, which includes Camo Paste that will hide all colors of tattoos. The kit contains paste/setting powder/remover.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </span><i><a href="http://www.neostrata.com/coverblend/">CoverBlend Corrective Leg and Body Makeup</a></i> will cover most blue/green ink. <i><a href="http://www.sephora.com/browse/product.jhtml?id=P231113&shouldPaginate=true&categoryId=5905">Kat Von D Tattoo Concealer</a></i> found at your local Sephora has you covered!</p><p class="MsoNormal"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 238); -webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: underline; "><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5366867223345731794" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiRbxABA2zPMgp5Kn4GBfFZrJxu132CoSX9gfCpDNLdfu-kaUXIcCtOwUMDGRBkD7wYiGSb4Z9PwDCST2Lsh18sbn3DlbpdxKQn5NzLPUT6EILgW8ErH9KJc4wEgMNqbZUyfYkGffEUIOo/s320/tatto2.JPG.jpeg" style="display: block; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: auto; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 157px; height: 220px; " /></span></p><p class="MsoNormal"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 238); -webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: underline; "><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5366868662394823250" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEimukA71Ziu1VTJuig7T1hxm6ARlR6FcdzZNOQfvWX77sEsCpYeZd6otZbvcBZUCrRsQ6tATwTDQ3IFjxvvbRlvu3NoZE9SCn47tR66bqSd5KETlz7kzkTg12bcl8zyrSngN6B7MId96jg/s320/41tG5TuPWlL._SL500_AA280_.jpg" style="display: block; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: auto; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 280px; height: 280px; " /></span></p><p class="MsoNormal"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 238); -webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: underline; "><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5366867218364116450" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgq1OeAzQt5O-b_gGDo_jVGeq_CmIf6QqBZoxjSfQgCIo2ovHt3o91CMVwOURgM-ge9wtLBW5thmT5nppt7LO_WYnahlulPjK0qlZ-J8cCoOaNiPgM4j17lh82MUaNnZXx7vEFjXFQLy5Q/s320/P231113_hero.jpg" style="display: block; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: auto; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 250px; height: 250px; " /></span></p><p class="MsoNormal">These same instructions and products can also help cover major skin <i>"issues" </i>and discolorations. If you suffer from Rosacea or other types of skin related or genetic problems try the tips above, they should provide and satisfy your need for coverage.</p><p class="MsoNormal"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 238); -webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: underline; "><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5366872272376280786" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhgt-YHsC4Vg6tWN_RyOj1Pu9YMjQoBtW2EoRWxkQM5HEVq-A__KvqlcW5nIv2-XvVakMAaPwsUDTMuKZXLnNF_dFB_aSNoXL4H50v5sOWhYtnsqKTtoux-NF6vMju_MExw2vb6qYu_AJ4/s320/Dermablend_Model_1.JPG.jpeg" style="display: block; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: auto; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 238px; height: 320px; " /></span></p> <p class="MsoNormal"><b><i><br /></i></b></p><p class="MsoNormal"><b><i>PRO TIPS AND TRICKS:</i></b></p> <p class="MsoNormal">If you are <i>“sleeved”</i> or your tattoos are covering a large area of skin real estate, then it is the opinion of this <b><i>Pro</i></b> that you should hire a makeup artist who specializes in <i>airbrushing</i>.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </span>A skilled airbrush artist will be able to properly cover larger areas in a short amount of time and the silicone-based makeup used will have long lasting staying power!</p><p class="MsoNormal"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 238); -webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: underline; "><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5366868680312826850" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhBlI-QS0EKmhxi3yxSJ8hwTGbDZ4ggThmYeCVOEPceaT2refFA6pIlyAdsN0v923jHxoDRazNZORFKYa2oh6GxX40XgznotfcSdDBz6yfwLAFNzeBjF5iS5DATG7N4M12exQGsC4NNB5A/s320/tattoo-13.jpg" style="display: block; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: auto; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 269px; height: 320px; " /></span></p> <p class="MsoNormal"><b><i>STAY TUNED:</i></b></p> <p class="MsoNormal">Up next on <b><i>IMPO</i></b>:<span style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </span>Get the Look!<span style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </span>Our Country truly is a gorgeous melting pot!<span style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </span>The all-American look comes in many skin tones and you can look as sweet and innocent as the <i>“girl next door”</i> with <b><i>IMPO’s</i></b> step-by-step guide!</p><p class="MsoNormal"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 238); -webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: underline; "><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5366872721585211410" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjpnw4MGKUrVJNw2BYv91ydXaS8QN4_fohurp4kTTfO4fb7llRPF8p6VTiSUA7lZCpk4wg4AALNQy9rfWZadnp76QFiLl4maHB9Ak6iGVdIb1gnf1_yiXNHHXJzZIxsNe2WsZXy5Z4dUo4/s320/america_ferrera.jpg" style="display: block; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: auto; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 260px; height: 320px; " /></span></p> <p class="MsoNormal"><o:p> </o:p></p> <p class="MsoNormal"><o:p> </o:p></p> <p class="MsoNormal"><o:p> </o:p></p> <!--EndFragment-->

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