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Artist Spotlight: Christine Sciortino

August 9, 2022October 13, 2022by Marisa Fazzina
Artist Spotlight: Christine Sciortino

Christine Sciortino is a professional hair and makeup artist, educator and published author. Get to know her in this inspiring Q & A.

Brands & Products, Knowledge

SFX Makeup 101: The Basic Kit

October 8, 2020October 13, 2022by The Alcone Archives1 Comment on SFX Makeup 101: The Basic Kit
SFX Makeup 101: The Basic Kit

As Halloween stalks nearer, we are accustomed to hearing more and more questions about special effects makeup. The most common one being, "I'm doing effects for the first time. What do I need to have?" This question is fully loaded since there are so many ways to create special effects, but in this post, we're [...]

Community, Founders, History, Makeup Artists

Mark Traynor: The Man Behind The Face Lift Tapes

May 16, 2019October 13, 2022by Marisa Fazzina
Mark Traynor: The Man Behind The Face Lift Tapes

If you’re like most makeup artists, when you hear the name Mark Traynor, the image conjured in your mind is an elastic string with tape tabs attached to both ends. In other words, the Temporary Face Lift–the beauty tool that’s been the secret weapon of professional makeup artists and celebrities since its launch 50 years [...]

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This is a blog by Alcone Company where we celebrate the world of professional makeup. From its fascinating history to our creative and talented artist community to information about products we love, you’ll find it here in The Alcone Archives.

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VISEART Eyeshadow Palette in Editorial Brights has 12 gorgeous matte shades for stunning eye makeup designs.

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