Silver is the hottest color trend of the moment, making metallic silver makeup a must-have this season. And— it's not just for nighttime. This eye-catching color can achieve various effects, from a subtle shimmer to over-the-top, futuristic glam. All you need is the right products and a little know-how. Easy Silver Eye Makeup When it [...]
We've all heard the saying "size doesn't matter," but when it comes to beauty tools, it does! Smaller is better for precision and detail, which are both very important to professional makeup artists. And, if you're a perfectionist when it comes to your own appearance, we know you can definitely relate. So with that in [...]
Keeping your makeup brushes clean and in excellent condition helps them last longer and, more importantly, avoids cross-contamination. A professional-grade cleaner sanitizes brushes and dries fast when you're on the job, and washing them with soap or shampoo and water gives bristles the thorough cleaning they need in between gigs or clients. Using both methods [...]
Professional makeup artists use a variety of products and tools, whether for makeup application or for maintaining a clean and organized kit. There are many must-haves for the pro, and you've no doubt come across them on the Alcone Company website but may have passed them by, unaware of how handy they are at home too.
How to order, wear, and care for special effects contact lenses before adding them to your Halloween, Cosplay, or character makeup looks.
Let's face it, there’s a lot of fake blood being thrown around these days. American Horror Story has been having a field day and let's not forget the epic bloodshed in Game of Thrones. These are just some of the references that come up when customers ask for help choosing a fake blood product, which [...]
Makeup has been described as War Paint for decades and to no wonder. For the makeup artist brushes are swords, foundation is camo, and lipstick bullets are literally that–bullets. And for the everyday makeup wearer, it's not much different. So, here we stand at the precipice of your makeup training in War Paint: Tactical Makeup [...]
How do you choose which Koh Gen Do foundation is best for for you? We have a simple guide to help you decide. But first, here's a little background on this beloved cult-beauty brand. Koh Gen Do is Japan’s luxury professional makeup and skincare brand, founded in 1986 by actress Ai Saotome. According to the [...]
