Applying Clown Makeup
"Clown" comes from the Anglo-Saxon word "clod". Clod means a down-to-earth person-like a lump from the soil. The word "clown" is similar to "doulos", in the New Testament Greek. "Doulos" is the lowest form of servant, the one who has no power. This word was used by Christ on the night before His crucifixion.
Clowns were clever people and entertained rich people, saying a lot of jokes and trying to amuse them. Their job has not changed, this is their purpose since the first clown. Moreover, in 12th century, the educational and religious life used the clown symbol the main job being that of interrupter.
Not only the clown has religious significance, his makeup too. For example, the white face means death and the colors applied over this color mean life symbols. Therefore, it is related that the clown was dead in the past and comes forth as a new creature-uninhibited.
Like usual makeup, the clown makeup should represent the owner's character. That's why it should be comfortable and look good. Even if it is hard to maintain the basic steps when applying clown makeup, practicing can make it simple.
The first thing you have to do when applying clown makeup is to decide which clown design fits best to you. Next, choose the nose type and the eyebrows. When applying the red paint, make sure you smile a little, to see the apples of your cheeks. Applying clown makeup requires also a set of makeup tools and accessories. Things like a palette of colors, white face paint, red and black grease paint, dusting brush, eye pencil, makeup brush and so on, are absolutely necessary. It is recommended the cream based makeup because it does not dry and lasts longer.
Forwards you can find methods to apply the clown makeup. A very important thing that should be done before applying the makeup is to remove any residue, by cleaning the face with a cotton soaked with alcohol or witch hazel, so that the face is clean. After that, outline the major features with a black eyebrow pencil. The next step is to apply sparingly to cover the face. It is recommended to tap with your fingers so that it will have a smooth look. A powder should be applied, to set up the makeup. The excess should be removed with a shaving brush. Next, for setting the powder, you can blot the face with a wet sponge. After wetting the face, use a soft liner and brush the area outlined before. In the end, powder and set with water after each color is applied. Also, add a costume, a wig (if needed) and a hat.
The fastest method of applying clown makeup is to wipe the face with towelette. The white face color is now replaced by white pancake. Apply it, helped by a wet sponge and wait till it is dry. To add features in color, use soft line or a stick liner (faster). In the end, put on the costume.