Learn how to apply a full head silicone prosthetic makeup with Academy Award-winning makeup effects master, Joel Harlow (STAR TREK BEYOND, PIRATES OF THE CARIBBEAN, THE MATRIX II & III).

This A-to-Z course on applying multi-piece silicone prosthetics covers Harlow's entire process, including an in-depth "constructing the makeup" overview, the makeup application, finishing, and finally, removal.

Intermediate Level

2h 48m of duration

English (auto), Spanish (auto)

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Curriculum

1. Title & Introduction - 2min

2. Constructing the Makeup - 18min

3. Applying the Bald Cap - 11min

4. Tools & Materials - 5min

5. Punching Hair in Silicone - 6min

6. Applying the Neck - 17min

7. Applying the Head & Ears - 12min

8. Applying the Back of the Head - 10min

9. Applying the Chin & Face - 24min

10. Blending the Edges - 6min

11. Painting the Prosthetics - 32min

12. Finishing & Wardrobe - 9min

13. Photographing the Finished Makeup - 4min

14. Removal - 13min

15. Wrap Up - 1min

Materials

CLICK on the links below to find the materials you need for this lesson.

Some items might be harder to find, but a little internet scouring usually finds you everything you'll need.

Naimie's Beauty Center

Reynolds Advanced Materials

Smooth-On Inc.

FOR YOUR WORKSTATION:

Air Compressors

Vinyl Bald Cap

Vacuform Head Piece

Acrylic Eyes

Plastic Horns

HAIR

Hair Gel

Yak Hair

AIRBRUSHES

Paasche H Airbrush

Iwata Airbrush

EPOXYS/GLUES

Bondo

Pros-Aide Paste

Telesis 5 Adhesive

Super Glue

Super Glue Kicker

REMOVERS

Isopropyl Myristate

PAINT/BRISTLE BRUSHES

Assorted Makeup Brushes

SKIN PAINTS/POWDERS

Assorted Color Palettes

No Color Powder

Skin Illustrator – Assorted Airbrush Colors

Olive Adjuster

Rice Paper

Light Mauve

Natural One

Cool Tone

Vein Tone

Yellow

Steve LaPorte Cream Makeup Palette - Hereafter

SPONGES/POWDER PUFFS

Powder Puffs

Red Stipple Sponge

THINNERS/SOLVENTS

99% Alcohol

Acetone

CUTTING TOOLS

Small Makeup Scissors

OTHER TOOLS

Hairdryer

Small Metal Spatula

Tweezers

SUPPLIES

CC Cups

Q-Tips

Wax Palette

HEALTH/SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

When working with toxic and/or dangerous materials or tools:

ALWAYS read labels for appropriate use guidelines

ALWAYS wear a high-grade respirator

ALWAYS work in a well-ventilated area

ALWAYS protect your skin

ALWAYS wear eye protection

Artist BiographyJoel Harlow

Oscar and Emmy-winning Special Makeup Effects Artist

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