Bruises/Wounds

Bruises/Wounds

Today in classes we learned how to make our own latex appliances and how to make bruises.  First we pulled apart about half of a cotton ball to the desired wound shape that we liked.  Then we slowly added layers of latex to it while letting it dry between each layer.

While it was drying I applied Basic Corrective & Beauty Makeup to half of my face. 

I also learned how to make my eyebrow disappear.  First, I used my comb to my eyebrows upwards so that they would lay flat.  Then, I applied glue to them so that they would stay in place.

This was my wound drying.

I applied layers of foundation over my eyebrow once the glue dried.  

Then, I started to work on my bruise by adding a thin layer of yellow under my eye.

After that, I applied some dark purple under my eye and on the eyelid.  I made it sort of irregular so that it would seem more realistic.

Then, I added purple and red to the wound.  I used powder and a q tip to gently remove my wound from the plastic.  I applied spirit gum to the back of it, waited until it was tacky, and then pressed it to my face.   

I had to paint the surrounding area and some of the latex with foundation to match my skin color.  Then, I used my textured sponge to add bits of red under my eye.  Lastly, I applied fake blood to the wound and made it roll down my face by tilting it. 

This is the finished product! This look was definitely my favorite!

Photo courtesy of the great Lynne Williams :)