Acne
Term used to identify conditions that are intense and severe; implies a rapid onset.
Airbrushing
Method of makeup application in which pigment is applied by a stream of air that pushes pigment out of a gun-like implement with the use of a compressor; creates a flawless, smooth appearance and is regularly used for theatrical performances, high-fashion
Analogous color scheme
Art principle that uses three colors adjacent to each other on the color wheel; often used for daytime makeup design.
Artificial eyelashes
Strip or individual lashes for the eye; used to create a more dramatic makeup design or add density to sparse lashes.
Blush
Cosmetic product sometimes referred to as rouge or cheek color; used to add color to the face, especially to the cheek area.
Brush
Implement used to apply makeup; specific to product types.
Brush cleaner
Makeup supplement that cleanses, sanitizes and maintains brushes.
Camouflage makeup
Makeup application used to normalize the appearance of clients who have experienced disfigurement from surgery, an accident, disease or a congenital condition.
Chiaroscuro
Art of arranging light and dark so as to produce the illusion of three-dimensional shapes.
Cleanser/makeup remover
Solution that removes dirt, makeup and impurities.
Color wheel
Circular diagram in which the 12 colors, (three primary, three secondary and 6 tertiary), are positioned in a circle; position on the wheel demonstrates the relationship of each color to the primary colors.
Complementary color scheme
Art principle that uses colors directly across from each other on the color wheel to achieve the greatest amount of contrast; often used to enhance eye color.
Concealer
Makeup product that includes cr�me, liquid, stick and pot formulations used to correct particular facial imperfections.
Consultation
A meeting with the client to determine the client's needs and expectations and to explain what will be best for the skin and its appearance.
Contour
Process of creating an outline, especially of a curving or irregular figure or shape.
Contraindication
Condition signaling that it is inadvisable to perform an esthetics procedure.
Cool color
Color tone classification containing blue undertones; generally categorized in the blue and green half of the color wheel.
Cool undertone
Color tone classification that contains blue/violet or reddish/red-violet undertone.
Cr�me-to-powder
Also known as powder, "onestep" or "dual-finish"; cosmetic product that combines makeup base and powder in one and provides minimum coverage and creates a natural effect.
Delivery
Phase four of Client Consultation; also called the "feature/benefit" phase; goals of this phase are to ensure client comfort, educate the client, explain what is taking place and attain results that satisfy the client's needs and wants.
Diamond-shaped face
The diamond-shaped face is identified by predominant width through the cheekbones that is contrasted by a narrow forehead, chin and jaw area.
Dome brush
Also called a large fluff or powder puff; brush used for the application of powder.
Evening makeup
Type of makeup that tends to be more dramatic; colors are often deeper and more intense; these colors help enhance the definition of facial features in dimmer evening light without creating a look that is too severe.
Exfoliator
Makeup product used to remove excess surface skin cells.
Eye cr�me
Product that supports, moisturizes and cushions tissue around the eyes.
Eye shadow
Product used to highlight and accentuate the color and shape of the eyes; can be used to create more contour or to exaggerate areas, such as the crease; comes in many forms, including crayon, gel, powder and pencil.
Eyebrow pencil/powder
Makeup product that fills in, defines and/or corrects shape of the eyebrows
Eyebrow shaping
Technique removing excess or unwanted hair from the eyebrow area; essential part of grooming.
Eyebrow tinting
Process involving darkening the eyebrows with a semi-permanent tint product.
Eyelash/eyebrow tinting
Technique involving the darkening of the eyebrows and eyelashes with a semi-permanent tint product.
Eyeliner
Product used in makeup application to accent and emphasize the shape and size of the eyes and to enhance the thickness of the lashes; comes in liquid, pencil and powder; usually applied at the lashline, below the lashes or above the lashes on the eyelid.
Fan brush
Brush used to apply product on face or neck.
Fluorescent light
An economical and long-lasting light source that can create "blue" tones or "cool" casts in objects it lights.
Foundation
Cosmetic product that evens out skin color and creates a smoother skin texture; used to correct undesirable skin tones and conceal imperfections; often used to achieve the effects of facial contouring/shading.
Heart-shaped face
A wider forehead with a narrow jaw and chinline characterize the heart-shaped face.
Hue
Another term for color.
Individual eyelashes
Artificial lashes that are more natural-looking than strip eyelashes; suitable for daytime or evening makeup designs.
Infection control
Prevention of the spread of infectious agents among estheticians and clients.
Intensity
Term that refers to the vibrancy of a color.
Latex sponge
Makeup implement used to apply foundation and concealer blend and/or clean up.
Law of color
Law that states that, out of all of the colors in the universe, only three are pure.
Lip brush
Brush used to apply lip color.
Lip gloss
Cosmetic product that imparts a shiny appearance and can also be used as highlighter over a lipstick shade.
Lip liner
Cosmetic product applied to the outer edge of the lips to define the shape of the lips and to prevent lipstick from "bleeding" onto the skin around the mouth.
Liquid foundation
Most common form of foundation; offers sheer, natural coverage and is easy to apply and blend.
Makeup chair
Specialized piece of skin care equipment that allows client to be positioned at proper height and angle for makeup application/ service.
Makeup implement
Hand-held tool, which must be disinfected or discarded after each use.
Mascara
Cosmetic product that defines, lengthens and thickens the eyelashes.
Monochromatic color scheme
Art principle that involves using the same color with variations in value and intensity throughout the entire makeup design.
Neutral undertone
Color classification that contains brown/gray undertones.
Oblong (long) face
The oblong (rectangular) face shape tends to be long, narrow and angular; an elongated oval.
Oily skin
Skin type that displays excess sebum production; appears thick and shiny; prone to breakouts and clogged areas.
Oily skin mask
Component of a facial procedure that absorbs excess sebum and debris from the skin; prevents clogging; tightens and refines pores.
Oval face
The oval face shape is generally the most symmetric and balanced; considered ideal because it can be visibly divided into equal thirds.
Pancake
Also called pan-stick or greasepaint; oil-based foundation product that provides maximum coverage.
Patch test
Test usually performed on the inside of the arm or behind the ear that provides a basis for judging the sensitivity level of each client's skin.
Pear-shaped face
A pear-shaped face has a narrow forehead and a wide jawline.
Permanent makeup
Separate specialty within the field of tattooing; involves the placement of colorants into the skin for the purpose of cosmetic enhancement, medical correction and/or esthetic restoration as defined by the American Academy of Micropigmentation.
Powder
Cosmetic product; finely ground solid evenly mixed with additional ingredients, which in some cases include oils; used to "set" the foundation, concealer and other makeup products, so they don't fade, streak or rub off.
Primary colors
Three pure colors in the universe, red, yellow and blue.
Round face
The round face is circular; appears to be short and wide rather than long and narrow. Often called a full face; characterized by a rounded hairline and chinline.
Secondary colors
Orange, green and violet; colors produced when primary colors are mixed together in varying proportions.
Semi-permanent eyelash tinting
Procedure involving darkening the eyelashes with a semipermanent tint product.
Shade
Color hue with black added.
Skin tone
Skin color classification that identifies the warmth or coolness of the skin color.
Square face
The square face is usually characterized by a broad, straight forehead and hairline, with a broad, square jawline; very angular and somewhat masculine.
Strip (band) eyelashes
Cosmetic accessory that creates a more intense look to the eyes, making them appear wider or "doe-like".
Tabbing
Method of applying individual eyelashes.
Tertiary colors
Color classification; the six colors that result when primary colors are mixed with their neighboring secondary color in varying proportions.
Tint
Color hue with white added.
Tone
Refers to the warmth or coolness of a color.
Triadic color scheme
Art principle that uses three colors located in a triangular position on the color wheel.
Value
Lightness or darkness of a color.
Warm color
Color classification that contains red or yellow undertones.
Warm undertone
Color classification that contains light peach, yellow or medium peach.