How will you look when your older?

Hi guys, yes im back again. I havent posted anything for a while as we have been handing in assignments etc, so I have A LOT to catch up on. We have already aged using make up, now its time to use latex. This was a super fun lesson, but it can get quite messy. I personally think latex can be quite tricky to use as it dries quicker in certain areas, depending on the amount you apply.

First things first, you will need a setting powder, plenty of sponges and makeup, preferably skin illustrator, oh and of course, latex. You will need your artists help in this design, as you need to stretch the skin. There are different directions in which to apply the latex as we want it to look as realistic as possible. Heres a rough idea of the directions:


Make sure to avoid the areas with hair, as latex can sometimes be quite difficult to remove from hair. 

As an example I will explain how to apply over the eyelid. Make sure to pull the eye to side, keeping the tension throughout, you can ask your artist to help with this. When you are ready apply the latex with a sponge moving outwards. Avoid the lashes and eyebrow. 

Leave the area to dry and then dust over with powder.You will know if the latex has set as it will not be sticky. 

Because you have kept the tension, when you let the eye relax you will begin to see the wrinkles that have formed. You can sometimes tease it into place if you are not happy with it. 

When you have finished applying latex to the whole face, you can begin to make it look more realistic, using makeup. With a thin brush you can choose the best wrinkles/lines formed and fill in slightly. 

I didnt manage to finish my design, as the lesson finished. Im really happy with the lines that formed and I think it came out quite well. Its just a shame I didnt get to finish. Here it is anyway!