Our Favorite Foundations!
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- Опубліковано 27 вер 2024
- Kim Greene and Melissa Street, pro film/tv makeup artists, share their favorite foundations. Including tinted moisturizers, full coverage, spray, dual finish, stick and long wearing foundations are discussed. Got any other questions? Just ask in the comment section below. :)
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I honestly can't say enough good things about your channel. I'm a new makeup artist and this channel along with your individual ones have been a fantastic resource for me! You're both seem so friendly and down to earth too, I really hope you ladies never stop making videos!
I've been doing makeup for about 13 years altogether, and film/tv/editorial makeup for the past 7 years, but I still feel like I have a lot to learn. You ladies are doing an amazing job with these vlogs and I'm getting so much benefit from them! I think I've spent more money on products over the past week than I usually spend in a few months b/c your kit recommendations are great and I'm so psyched to try the things you recommended that I don't already own! So thank you both for sharing with us!
Loved your video! I'm not a MUA, but I studied art and I'm a designer... I just love learning about makeup and beauty, I really enjoy colors, textures, playing with lights and shadows, etc. Everytime you applied foundation to the back of your hand to feel it, reminded me of how much I love art supplies and makeup! Lol! Please keep posting videos, I promise I'll keep watching!
There are so many amazing airbrush foundations out there. Unless it's a pod type system (like Temptu) you can use any airbrush foundation brand through any traditional compressor. Regarding regular makeup through the airbrush see Melissa's comment. Basically the issue is that you have to thin it enough to go through the needle. -Kim
Kim and I both use RCMA, Graftobian and Kett cream foundations in our kits - this video is just what we are using at the moment - I personally and professionally love all three of those lines - great heavy coverage that can been sheered out easily, long lasting, looks amazing on camera. Thank you for your comments and for subscribing! - Melissa
Hi there - I am wearing either Chanel VitaLumiere Aqua in 20 or I am wearing LaMer in a light tone (it's actually Kim's go to and she was kind enough to let me try it). I will say this...on my skin I noticed that the LaMer needed to be powdered down during the day a little more than I am used too, but I loved how it made my skin look! We film many tutorials over the course of two days when we are together so I am not sure which day this was! - Melissa
Fantastic! I love art supplies too. I can hang in an art store for hours. So fun! -Kim
I've been using RCMA forever. I actually studied with Vincent Kehoe who created the line. It's a staple in most pros kits. I like Ben Nye and Joe Blasco too. I use Graftobian and Kett as well in both their cream and airbrush makeups. -Kim
Could you guys do a video about how you got into the business? Like, what inspired you when you were younger and how you came to be professionals? Thanks!
Darlene - I am going to suggest that you check out the Eve Pearl line - even though we did not mention her line in this video we both use it and love it - it has great coverage, has skincare infused within it and it comes in a variety of skin tones - check it out online or at Naimes Beauty Supply - Melissa
Love you both! So nice to have professional beautiful women over 40 to get advice from.
I am more familiar with Graftobian's airbrush makeup and I am a big fan. "glamour girl" and "sweet heart" are two of my favs. -kim
When i first heard how important the compatibility between the primer and the foundation was, i literally ran to check my foundations...disappointing because the ingredients where written in the box which all, of course, i threw long ago...
Most of the foundations you lovely girls showed us can't find them near me though...
Whenever you upload a new video can't wait to watch it...at least for me it feels "home" :D
I like the Graftobian cream foundation line, but I use the dual powder formulations from that brand more. When I need a cream I tend to grab my RCMA palette, Bobbi Brown or Eve Pearl line. - Melissa
I would love to see a video using Danyel Cream Compact Foundation! I have been using it for years and the coverage is really good. Thanks!!
I haven't tried it yet but I will for sure! Drew and her business partner Chris Miller are wonderful and have great taste so I'm sure it's fantastic. As soon as I get some I'll make a video using it too. -Kim
This was really helpful to watch as I've been looking at possibly adding foundations to my kit. Thanks!
Most likely you have both - here is what I do when shopping for foundation colors - if you are going to the counter - have them swatch your jawline and neck with 3 different colors within your skin range (one with a yellow undertone, one pink and one neutral) take a hand mirror and walk outside - look at which one seems to disappear into your skin - don't be surprised if you need 2 different colors. - Hope this helps! - Melissa
Awesome video, thank you for the review on some brands I haven't had the opportunity to try!
Love this video! I never know which foundations are the best to add in my kit and this helped a lot. Added to my list of things to stock up on at the makeup show next weekend :)
It's hard to decipher a bit but sounds like you have combination skin. Use 2 different foundations. In your oily T-Zone use an oil free matte foundation. Also, a good idea is to use a strong astringent like Keihl's Blue Astringent or SeaBreeze on the T Zone first then apply the foundation. On the rest of your face that is normal to dry use a regular foundation or tinted moisturizer. (It looks like a mask because it's too heavily applied or the product is too opaque.)
I actually love the La Mer for dry skin tones. No, I haven't used the Smashbox "dark" as a brozer but I think it would work. Don't want to say "Yes" and it doesn't though. My suggestion is to try it out at the store and see. Thanks for the positive thoughts about my green bag. :) -Kim
Kim and I will research who we are working on first, but basically...yes, we carry a wide variety of foundations and color ranges because you just never know what you will need to fix, change, mix, conceal, what an actor will request, etc. - Melissa
We will! Glad you got something out of the video!
It's best to stay simple. I'm not a big fan of the "stock" photos or characters that other people may also have on their cards. I did get a business card the other day that had the person's photograph on it like you would see on Facebook. It was actually a great idea because I got a stack of cards and it made it easier to remember him.-Kim
Please give me the ratio of 244 to Revlon colorstay when going through the airbrush. Thanks!!! Love finding other "real" working artists on UA-cam. Keep up the great work!!
I have both and use both. -Kim
Another fantastic video! Keep them coming ladies. These are so helpful!
Could you do a video on putting together a portfolio?!
Great product! -Kim
Sure! -Kim
Hi guys!
I have decent skin myself and never use more than a translucent powder on my face but with wanting to become a makeup artist and of course needing to be good at foundation I was hoping to get some help.
Maybe you could do a video describing the needs for red and yellow tones as well as corrector colors and how to decipher what color a client is and what colors they would need. Any help would be much appreciated :)
What do you think of the RCMA's, Graftobian's, Kett cream foundations? Oh and by the way- Im kind of in love with the two of you! Your a joy to watch!
Before I ask my question, I just wanted to say...I give you two an internet high-five! I cant tell you enough just how helpful you both have been! Melissa: what foundation were you wearing, it had a nice dewy finish, which I live b/c I have dry skin. Kim: Love, Love your green majeup vag, my fav! Question for you is: do uou wear the smashbox tinited moist. in dark? Does it work as a foundation/bronzer? I have about your skin tone. XOXOX
Kim, I know that you have done a lot of work with Drew Barrymore in the past and I was wondering if you've gotten a chance to check out her new line of cosmetics called "Flower". I recently did an impromptu look on a friend using whatever she had in her bag and she had a few of her products. I must admit I was pretty shocked by the quality given the low price, especially the foundation stick.
So informative! Thank you for this video! I use Revlon Color Stay so I'm happy to know that I'm using good product in my kit!
Try 1/8 of an ounce of 244 to every ounce of Colorstay in an empty plastic bottle. If it's not thin enough to go through the needle add more. -kim
VERY informative as always!! Love you ladies (:
Try 1/8 of an ounce of 244 to every ounce of Colorstay in an empty plastic bottle. If it's not thin enough to go through the needle add more.
Both Kim and I will be there - Kim has a booth with HMAN - I will be there on Saturday only - Melissa
You should keep like to like - meaning if your primer has silicone then your foundation should too.
Hey ladies, I was wondering how a foundation base (wax, emollient, silicone..) effects its' compatibility with foundations and primers with other bases for mixing purposes?
what would ou advise for an extremely oily skin? lovely video!
I don't know if you have time to answer but I have mature (45) skin and the topography is somewhat bad.Childhood acne and I have tried many foundations to cover the scarring and I am as light as Nicole Kidman.I have 2 weddings my sons and my daughters this year and need a good foundation for minor redness,normal to dry skin,sorta alabaster or porcelain skin to look smooth and a powder and primer for photos.
Thank you i needed that
Hi ladies! So glad I recently found your channel, your advice is amazing! What do you think about graftobian hi-def creme foundations?
So do you have to carry all of these foundations all color ranges in ur kit all the time???
What do you think of the RCMA's, Graftobian's, Kett cream foundations?
Well this is a video posted a while back... don't know if you will read my comment. But I was wondering about good foundations for black skin (all colors black skin) for film. thanks.
This is what I always tell new artists: (Many do not listen. lol) Most jobs call for simple beautiful makeup on the models or actors or brides, etc. Lead with clean pretty light handed makeup and hair and you can't lose. Be very careful with high fashion "looks" or special f/x. Ask your friends to be brutally honest with you. It might hurt your feelings but who cares? Better to know than go to an interview or post shots that are not that good. Also, better to show 1 good vs. 20 ok photos. -kim
Thanks! :)
If we didn't talk about a specific foundation It doesn't mean we don't use it or like it. :)
THANKS for the info! My airbrush thanks you too! :)
Which companies do you shop at that have very deep ranges? School us and we will check them out! - Melissa
what do you think about Kett foundation?
If you have a water based foundation then you would thin it out with more water - if you have a silicone based foundation then you need the 244 Fluid (purchased at professional makeup supply stores like Frends, Naimie's or Nigel's). You need to find out what is the base of the foundation - water or silicone - you can't thin out a silicone base with water or a water base with 244 - make sense? - Melissa
Hi Kim & Melissa, was roaming youtube vids and am so happy I seen your tutorials Kim. I need help with my makeup big time, wish you could do a make over for me. :D I'm 55 yr old but look 35 yr, baby face. I have hooded yes now too :( My fav foundation was Max factor yrs ago, but no longer available in US. I've tried so many others, but can't get that non makeup look. Currently I'm using Loreal Visible lift Creamy Natural. I have a very pale skin tone, do you have any advice? Tysm Joan
Oh I loved Max Factor too! Made me so sad that they left the US. I've tried the Loreal Visible lift and I like it. Have you tried any tinted moisturizers for a no makeup look? I sometimes use that on clients and just use a heavier foundation or concealer in problem areas or discolored areas. Thanks for your positive words! -Kim
Hi Kim, so happy you replied xo Am watching Melissa's vid right now. I liked you both on my fb and sent a pic of my face, hopin for r advice. To answer to r question, my face looks like a vampire w/o foundation sweetie, lol :P Joanie xo
That is going to be a bit more challenging and you are going to have to purchase a few in order to find your perfect match unfortunately - I would stick with Revlon - they make the best color range in my opinion - also, in my professional opinion, you should remember to think of your foundation like skincare - try a higher end brand if you have problem skin - better ingredients - Hope this helps - Melissa
Hi there - you can do all that you mentioned - 244 is a liquid that is found in foundation already so it makes for a nice thinner, but sheering out with moisturizer works great - you can also purchase a beauty blender or thin out foundation with a damp sponge (not wet, just damp). - decide which is best for you - Melissa
Thanks! And yes, I'll be selling my The Kim Greene Line bags at booth #3019. Sharing a booth with the Hair and MU artist Network. Melissa will be there with me on saturday March 2nd if you want to meet both of us. Come on by! -Kim
How can you tell if you have red or yellow undertones? So often I've purchased foundation and get it home to find it just doesn't match my skintone. Thanks for your response and this was a great video!
I advise great skin prep before and try a matte formula - it is going to take some trail and error on your part because of your skin type - ask for samples to try before you settle on a purchase. - Melissa
Funny you ask. We are cutting a video right now about How to get a job in the makeup/hair business. Specifically film, tv and print. Should be ready to post in a few days. Stay tuned!
No - don't use water - Revlon Colorstay is a silicone based foundation - you need to use 244 Liquid. Using water will ruin your airbrush...oil and water don't mix!
Thanks so much for this informative video. Your tips are very practical and I have been able to incorporate them with my clients. I have some Gerda Spillmanin my kit for deeper tones- which I love! Can you suggest some other lines that carry deeper foundations and powders that have some neutral tones? Thanks again!
For deeper shades I LOVE Makeup Forever and, believe it or not, IMAN. I kind of wish that IMAN catered to all skin tones instead of just the darker ethnicities because I have found their foundation stick to be absolutely amazing. True, they usually need to be set fairly well with powder on most clients but they work and they work WELL! I'm also curious to see what Fashion Fair has in the works. I have a friend who works with them and she says to expect a lot of innovative things soon.
I'm a MUD graduate, so I use the MUD palettes, and so far my body of work is nowhere as large as yours, but I've found them to be useful since I have to mix everyone's shade, and I can sheer it down or keep it full coverage. I was curious, since you use these individual foundations, how many of each do you carry in your kit on a given day? Do you have the entire range or just a few ranging from lightest to darkest? Also do you have a favorite foundation palette?
Have you ever had the RCMA palette break up in consistency? I had the palette for about 6 months and it did that. It hadn't been used in a couple of months and was probably kept in a colder temperature room. I was able to smooth it out with a tool, but then it happened again. Any ideas or solutions?
Wow, a lot of rands I never even heard of-- thank you!! I am a bridal makeup artist, and never thought to use stilla?! Always go towards MAC, muf ... Hmmmm....:)
Q: I just got an airbrush machine, so you dint have to use their brand of foundation, I can use any and just thin it out?? Thin it out with what? Silicone?
Ty lovely ladies....
Not sure I this has Been asked but curious on both of your thoughts on business cards. I know its a big no no to place images. I was thinking of doing a plain one. My current one has a drawn image of a female but it no longer matches my website. Sorry for the long comment.
Hey guys, I loved this video but after checking out some of the foundations you mentioned, I found a few of them didn't have shades that went deep enough, which is really disappointing. I wish companies would learn!
Could you please do a demo using Revlon and 244 :-)
Ohhh - that's a great idea - stay tuned for that one! - Mel
Actually no I haven't seen any flash back with Revlon at all. The other products are on my "wish list". -kim
Thank you for letting me know that, I tend to want to stay away from power...
Any suggestions for dry skin, med coverage, dewy look? I like more of the higher end brands. Muah! Thank you
Enjoyed the video thank you! You are both so dedicated at replying to comments and questions, it is wonderful to see and very much appreciated by everyone I'm sure.x
We both care a lot about what we are doing. That's probably why we get along so well. Thank you. -Kim
What kind of foundation can I used if I havebthe t zone? And somtime The foundation turn on me as craked o make me see as mask? What can I do?
Thanks! I am very friendly and down to earth. Melissa on the other hand.... lol
How do you thin the Revlon colorstay with the thinner? Is there a certain ration? Thanks!! xo Lisa
when you thin out the revlon foundation for airbrush fo you use water?
I love your channel! Totes amaze! Will you girls be at the makeup show L.A?
Thank you so much for subscribing - we are glad we can help.
Very, very helpful! I was glued!
Can't wait to meet you guys! Xoxo
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