Some actors have to change their appearance for a performance.This can be achieved by wearing a distinctive costume, or it can involve more complicated makeup effects.One effect that can seem intimidating is crepe hair, a bundle of dyed wool.It can be used in many ways, from a simple moustache to a complicated look like a werewolf.It is easy to apply, even though it appears to be difficult.
Step 1: Pick your facial hair style.
It is important to know what shape of facial hair you want, because crepe hair can be the perfect addition to a character's look.Mustaches, sideburns and beards are the more popular styles.Don't let the suggestions limit you, the application process can be applied to many styles.You can use an online makeup chart and map out where you are going to put crepe hair if you have a visual.If you are using it with other makeup effects, this can be helpful.
Step 2: Purchase crepe hair in a variety of colors and lengths.
You can buy crepe hair online or in person.Crepe hair is made from real wool and can be found in a variety of colors.It comes in packages of tightly woven braids that are three times the packaged length.A combination of colors is real hair.If you want a realistic look, then you should blend a few different colors together.
Step 3: Pull the braid apart by grabbing one end of crepe hair.
The crepe hair is braided.The twine is holding the braid together.Once the braid is untangled, you can discard the twine.
Step 4: The hair should be cut into a bundle.
It is better to cut the hair to a manageable length.Don't worry about cutting the length if you want to use it all.
Step 5: For your character look, separate the strands as you please.
If you want a curly beard for your character look, you need to separate and fluff the strands of crepe hair before applying it to your face.
Step 6: Straighten the hair before applying it.
If you need straight hair to complete your character look, you can submerge it in water for 30 seconds.The strands can be straightened out with the help of the water.Put the bundle out on a towel to dry.The crepe hair needs to be dry before it is applied.Submerging the crepe hair in water takes a long time.If you are using this method to change crepe hair, you will want to do this at least one day before you apply.
Step 7: If you have to press the hair quickly, use an iron.
The crepe hair can be steam pressed in small sections.It is important to only work on one section of the crepe hair at a time.Pull the section on the ironing board until you know how to do it.It will be easier to steaming.If you don't know how to use a steam iron, it's the most tedious way to get crepe hair straight.
Step 8: You should wash and dry your face.
The crepe hair should be applied on a clean surface.Make sure your skin is dry before you apply it.
Step 9: Before applying crepe hair, you should put on stage makeup.
If you are going to use stage makeup, apply it and let it set.The crepe hair can be applied once the makeup is set.
Step 10: The hair should be separated into small sections, no bigger than 1 inch.
Working with small sections will give you more control when it comes to adhering crepe hair.
Step 11: Apply at the bottom of your face.
When applying crepe hair, you want to start from the lower part of your face and work your way up.If you want to have crepe hair around the chin, you should start by applying it in a line underneath your chin.There are tufts of crepe hair on your upper lip.Thin layers that work upwards towards your nose should be added to these tufts.To create a beard, start with a line of crepe hair that stretches from ear to ear, and work upwards in thin layers from that point.For sideburns, begin the first layer of crepe hair along your jaw and then work in thin layers upwards along the side of your face.Try to make the sides of your face the same as possible by repeating this.
Step 12: You can apply spirit gum or liquid latex with a small brush.
Try to apply the glue in small sections, working from the bottom of your look upwards.You don't want to cover large portions of skin with liquid glue because it might dry or stick to crepe hair.Don't put liquid latex or spirit gum close to your eyes.If you need to apply crepe hair near your eyes, use eyelash glue.You will want to increase the tackiness of spirit gum if you are using it.You can gently tap the area where you applied spirit gum after brushing it onto your skin.
Step 13: Put the prepared section of crepe hair into the application.
It's best to remove strands that aren't sticking because not every strand will stick to the glue.
Step 14: If you want the desired area of skin to be covered, repeat the application process.
To achieve a more realistic look, apply crepe hair in thin layers and build up on your face.If the crepe hair is on your face, you can use your natural bone structure as a guide for the hair placement.This will help make hair growth realistic.If the crepe hair is going on areas other than your face, it is not important to think about bone structure, rather than using your visual judgement for what placement looks most natural.
Step 15: The crepe hair can be trimmed with scissors.
If you have applied all of the crepe hair, it may seem longer than you intended.The crepe hair can be trimmed with scissors.If you notice bald spots or patches, make sure to fill them in and trim them if necessary.
Step 16: Pull off as much crepe hair as you can.
The best way to remove the glue is to expose your skin.If you can't get the hair off, then cut it down with a pair of scissors.
Step 17: Use your fingers to remove the liquid latex.
You can easily pull liquid latex off of your skin.Pull off the crepe hair or use your fingernails to lift the liquid latex from the raised edges.If you have small hairs underneath it, it will most likely pull them out.
Step 18: Dissolve the spirit gum in water.
It's not possible to remove spirit gum from your skin.If you want to remove crepe hair, you can pour the remover onto cotton balls or a soft cloth and wipe away the spirit gum.To get all of the spirit gum completely dissolved, you need to soak the cotton balls or cloth a few times.rubbing alcohol is an alternative to spirit gum removal.
Step 19: You can wash your face with warm water.
It's possible that your skin is red or irritated from the two things.You are going to want to clean your skin thoroughly with soap.