Making Faces by Kevyn Aucoin
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Book Reviews of Making Faces
Book Review: It's a MUST HAVE for anyone who loves the art of makeup!
Summary: 5 Stars
I bought this book skeptically after hearing from a friend how helpful it was in describing techniques. The georgeous photos would have sold it for me anyhow, but Aucoin's 'Making Faces' actually taught me how to do makeup. I've always done the same thing...which was basically go natural or play with makeup till I looked like a clown then scrub it all off. It's a simple approach that is easily accessible. The book makes doing eyebrow shaping look easy...and it not only looks easy- by following a few steps it turns out it IS easy. If you want to learn the basics- buy this book. If you want to do a home makeover- go glamorous, sensual, then fun later on - buy this book. If you want to tune your look a bit- get it! I guess I don't have to go on, but if you are like me and need a bit of instruction and cant afford a makeup artist to be at your beckon call- buy this book. At least borrow it from a friend. It's one of the books you'll consistently turn to for tips and tricks. It's an excellent resource and a whole lot of fun. The photos and styles cover all ages, from young and cute teenage to mature sophisticated and sexy women to a really hot guy in drag (double take is an understatement). Aucoin not only uses "Stars" but also 'real' people (meaning their looks aren't a direct part of their job) in showing the techniques and how they cause such transformations.Book Review: Look beautiful no matter your age, size or heritage
Summary: 5 Stars
If you're serious about applying makeup, this book is for you. Aucoin gives detailed instructions on how to achieve any makeup look from natural to extremely dramatic. He also lets the reader in on the secrets of the stars: you too can look like Audrey Hepburn or Marilyn Monroe, if you follow his instructions.I was especially pleased to see Aucoin's techniques demonstrated not just on glamorous stars but also on normal people of all ages and sizes and both sexes. He's got a lot of common sense, too; he puts only minimal makeup on his teenage models (they still look like teenagers after he's done -- what a concept!) and he doesn't think much of child beauty pageants.
The book isn't perfect, though. Aucoin advocates putting eyeliner inside the lash line. Most eye doctors will tell you that's a bad idea, and so will most of us who lived through the first time this idea became popular. Pinkeye, anyone?
He also doesn't put much emphasis on choosing the right colours for the reader's complexion. He advocates complete freedom, which of course is fine for someone experienced with choosing their makeup colours but doesn't help the neophyte who needs advice.
But those are pretty minor complaints. This book is a fantastic tool for the person with some experience in applying cosmetics. I recommend it highly.
Book Review: after way bandy, kevyn's book is a MUST HAVE!
Summary: 5 Stars
there has never been a more well known artist after way bandy - kevyn aucoin's talent may have equalled or surpassed way's popularity. well, we all know that kevyns idol is way bandy. nevertheless, this book is a truly must have for a budding make up artist or for anyone who just wants a change in the way they look. it comprises all the techniques, product identification, application, different looks from glamorous, minimalist, retro, drag etc. critics have said that you can't use his techniques in everyday life but i beg to disagree. he has given women and men options on how to create a look even if you are 15 or 55. with all the info he has given, you can make variations on how to create your own look as you deemed like it or most comfortable with. you can make adjustments like, using foundation instead of just powder if you don't have flawless skin. changing the type of foundation if it's too humid etc. Kevyn is just giving options, you don't necessarily have to follow them. if it doesn't work for you try another one or vary it. i have bought other books by other make up artists but this book is all you need! Satisfaction guaranteed!Book Review: I have read Making Faces 20 X's and still learn new ideas
Summary: 5 Stars
Kevyn Aucoin is not only a genius when it comes to make up, he's very inspiring. Being a make up artist myself I have gone to classes throughout the country to educated myself. The best class i've found is in his book. I still find myself learning new things every time I read Making Faces. I see something that I didn't see the first time, a new technique or look. I see the covers of magazines and can spot Kevyn's work because it is clean and beautiful like the looks in his book. Every detail is considered. He definately cleans up his looks to perfection. Which takes alot of talent, take it from someone who knows from experience. Make up is easy to apply, anyone can do it. Few can do it perfectly. I continuously educated myself and try to better my style not only because I love make up, but because I know perfection can be achieved with experience. Kevyn, call me I would love to work with you soon.With much love and respect
Taylor Babaian
Book Review: Excellent book! Teaches the correct approach to make-up.
Summary: 5 Stars
This book really opened my eyes up to the possibility of make-up. I had heard about this book before but thought that Kevyn Aucoin couldn't possibly be able to teach me anything I didn't already know. I thought he would say the usual, 'Blend your foundation,' 'Make sure your lipliner matches your lipstick.' But when I started reading the instructions, I was blown away. I never saw make-up and beauty the way Mr. Aucoin does. As a person w/ blemishes and imperfections, I have shyed away from make-up, fearing the worse, that it will make me look uglier. But Mr. Aucoin enabled me to feel that I CAN be beautiful, despite the scars and blemishes. Some of the looks I especially liked were The Heroine and The Minimalist. Beautiful, simple, and elegant. Whether you are experienced or inexperience in the art of make-up, I suggest that you buy Kevyn Aucoin's Making Faces. It really will make you feel beautiful.