10 useful books about makeup, tattoos and fragrances
Books about beauty, makeup, hairstyles and self-care - has long been a separate segment of non-fiction literature. In our time, make-up has already stepped into the art zone, among makeup artists and cosmetology specialists, bright personalities and local stars have appeared, who are happy to gather all their experience in printed anthologies. At the recent Krygina Beauty Day, Elena Krygina, the mother of Russian make-up tutorial, presented her book “Makeup”, and on September 11, the publishing house “Escmo” will present the book to Cheese Saeki, a wise Japanese woman, a master of cosmetology and care. On this occasion, we recall other bright and useful publications on a given topic.
The science of beauty: what cosmetics actually consist of
Tiina Orasmäe-Meder and Oksana Shatrova
Outstanding and, pleasantly, Russian-language work. It contains detailed descriptions of the most popular cosmetic ingredients of both natural and synthetic origin. If you are still lost in front of products containing silicone, and do not know which substances should be contained in cosmetics in order for it to really work for your desires, get this book. It not only tells what, where and why it is added, but also indicates the minimum content for each component that is necessary for it to actually work. Good help to restore order on the shelves, and just wildly fascinating.
Best in Beauty: An Ultimate Guide to Makeup and Skincare Techniques, Tools, and Products
Riku campo
An exhaustive guide throughout, compiled by famous makeup artist Riku Kampo, who worked with Vogue, Harper's Bazaar, Elle and countless other publications and brands. Here and care manuals, and information about the basic techniques of makeup, and examples of simple, but nevertheless spectacular images. Each photo is accompanied by an instruction in which Kampo literally chews his actions, explaining what he did to achieve a particular result. One of the best books on makeup for beginners, but also for those who continue, is also useful - it is convenient to keep on the bookshelf and browse when you want to refresh your memory.
Glitter and Glam: Dazzling Make Up Tips for Date Night, Club Night, and Beyond
Melanie mills
Melanie Mills is a Hollywood makeup artist and makeup artist with an Emmy Award. Her work can be seen in "Angels Charlie" and in the American "Dancing with the Stars", where she worked tirelessly to bring stage makeup to the highest professional level. In her book, the imprint of specialization is felt, and this is very good.
For a small introductory part, where there is a whole separate section on glitter, followed by 50 detailed lessons on creating complete images. No base make up: sometimes extremely overloaded, bright bows with names like The Siren and The Golden Goddes. Described in detail the set of products needed to create each bow, and not by brand, but by textures and shades. Anyone who from time to time wants to look as if he escaped from Madonna’s clip is recommended to use this beautiful album-album without reservation.
Makeup: The Ultimate Guide
Rae morris
This is a classic from 2008, which is not just a collection of life hack makeup artists, but a real textbook. All sections with explanations are illustrated with photos that were not corrected in Photoshop, and it is in this book that you can find the answer to almost any of the questions you are interested in. Ray Morris really did her best: she describes make-up suitable for an Asian type of appearance, anti-aging techniques, and even spreads tonal foundations on textures. Will pay for investments tenfold, save nerves and will look great on the bookshelf.
The Little Book of Perfumes: The Hundred Classics
Luca Turin & Tania Sanchez
The famous perfume critic Luka Turin has a bigger and more serious book, it is called "Perfumes: The A-Z Guide", but it is often criticized for the bias and subjective attitude of the author. But a small selection of the hundred best flavors of all time, created in collaboration with a colleague Tanya Sanchez, looks quite respectable and helps to wade through the dark forest of the perfume industry with all its secrets and a set of necessary skills. It details the history of the famous and outstanding in their characteristics aromas - Chanel number 5, Guerlain L'Heure Bleue, Coty Émeraude; surely one of your favorites can be found among the hundreds of the best.
Face Paint: The Story of Makeup
Lisa eldridge
One of the brightest books on the topic, and in the literal sense. A fascinating insight into the history of makeup from ancient times to the present day, stories about legendary companies and personalities that have turned the concept of beauty. The book is almost scientific, but it is written very clearly. The visual content makes an ideal pair of intelligible text: photographs of Richard Avedon and Irwin Penn are used as illustrations. For Lisa Eldridge, makeup is a great passion, and after reading it is impossible not to get infected with this attitude of the creative director of Lancôme to her work.
Miles of MAC
James Gager & Miles Aldridge
The publication is not with manuals and explanations, but to enjoy the look and inspiration. Photographer Miles Aldridge and MAC Director James Gager collected 200 stunning photos from MAC ad campaigns, famous not only for professional products, but also for their attention to concepts, details and the visual side of things. The book has very little text, but it is not needed: it is a great photographic poem about the beauty of colors, an ode to fantasy and courage. Not only for lovers of matte black jars, but for everyone who wants to touch the brink of the beauty industry, beyond which impetuous creativity begins.
Make-up. Trade Secrets of the Professionals
Kit spencer
The most accessible copy in our collection: the book has long been translated into Russian, and electronic versions in both languages are easy to find on the Internet. Translation is unsuccessful, so if you want, it is better to refer to the original. In fact, this is a very simple set of basic tips for beginners, so if you are lost in billions of tutorials, Spencer’s book will make life a lot easier. Here each bow is described taking into account different types and colors of skin. Another advantage is that the dense pages are planted on a spring, so that there is an opportunity with a clear conscience to pull out a couple of sheets and attach them to the mirror.
Planet Ink: The Tattoo Artists
A unique collection containing brief information about the 20 most famous tattoo artists from all over the world. Photos of their works are accompanied by stories about the place a particular artist occupies in the extensive history of tattoo art, interesting facts from biographies, information on the history of the issue as a whole - everything should serve as a good help for those who would like to devote uneasy mastery of your life.
Go Big or Go Home: Taking Risks in Life, Love, and Tattooing
Kat Von D
Decent tattoo albums can be found enough, but here the author’s personality is most interesting. Who, except Kat von Dee, could perform in a non-standard, sorry, for a book about the beauty of the genre of "get rich or die"? Kat already has two best-sellers in the arsenal of tattoo art, but the last book is the most interesting literary experience of the artist. Seven essays about individuality, strength, creativity, and other important things are accompanied by large photographs of Kat’s tattoos, sketches, and working moments. The author of the photos is Patrick Kholk, a celebrity photographer known for his gloomy style.