Female to male make up technique?

Beatrix Lolita · 12-18-2007, 01:11 PM

Please forgive me if there is already a topic about this, i did search, but this seems the post prudent place to put it.

I have a very high colour, my cheeks are bright red and the remainder of my skin is milky pale.

I am cosplaying as Miles Edgeworth and i need to work on make up. How do you make female skin look like male skin?

And is it worth attempting a hint of a stubble?

Razia · 12-18-2007, 05:26 PM

I'm actually working on a crossplay, but I'm going to skip the stubble. Mainly because I'm not sure I can get myself to look male enough where the stubble won't look weird. As a last resort, people can think I'm a female version of Walter, even tho it's not what I'm going for =P

Beatrix Lolita · 12-19-2007, 10:26 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Razia

I'm actually working on a crossplay, but I'm going to skip the stubble. Mainly because I'm not sure I can get myself to look male enough where the stubble won't look weird. As a last resort, people can think I'm a female version of Walter, even tho it's not what I'm going for =P

I'm screwed because i am going with a 'phoenix wright' who is actually male. So me as Edgeworth might look a tad effeminate.

Phantomtango1 · 12-19-2007, 10:31 AM

Here is a great thread on the Crossplay forum which explains various techniques you'll need to transform your face:
http://forums.cosplay.com/showthread...hlight=phantom

Pale the lips, use highlights and shadows to accentuate your cheekbones and jawline, nasolabial fold, etc. The following is a link for basic straight stage makeup, which demonstrates how to apply and blend highlights and shadows:
http://wwwnew.towson.edu/stagemakeup...wTo/index.html

Beatrix Lolita · 12-19-2007, 10:40 AM

Thank you so much!!

I have these terrible blotchy red cheeks and high colour surrounded by pale milk skin.

This should help!!

Thank you!!

Fernlavern · 12-23-2007, 12:13 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Beatrix Lolita

Thank you so much!!

I have these terrible blotchy red cheeks and high colour surrounded by pale milk skin.

This should help!!

Thank you!!

Ack I have this problem too
I have really red cheeks then the rest of my face is super pale

Ani_BEE · 12-24-2007, 11:27 PM

I’m finally found a foundation makeup colour for my character that looks like he’s of Arab decent.

http://www.tikalnetwork.com/XemnasAvatar.jpg

The foundation I’ve picked is tab bit lighter compared to the character due to the fact that I have very little colour myself so it’s more of a “Tan” shade. I know I’ll have to buy a dark brown eyeshadow or loose powder to get the lowlight colour right but what should I use for the highlight since I can’t seeing white blending that well.

Phantomtango1 · 12-26-2007, 04:53 PM

White may indeed be fine so long as you apply only enough to make it work and blend it completely. I am a big fan of creme highlights/shadows: http://mallatts.com/commerce/catalog.jsp?catId=86

I've also used white eyeshadow and blended that, which was adequate. The creme highlights are much more effective, as expected.

TeaNZane · 01-07-2008, 01:37 AM

Hey this thread has been really helpful but I have sort of a dilemma. This is my first time and I'm cosplaying as Tyki Mikk from D.gray man. Not only do I have to be gray but I'm suppose to look fairly masculine. I have a dark brown skin complexion and huge chipmunk cheeks. My picture is posted below.

Me

My character is the guy in the middle with the top hat and silver belt.

The man

Tyki Video

What makeup should I use to look like a convincing man? Any advice would be appreciated.

Legatosgurl · 01-31-2008, 02:44 PM

Ok guys, here's what I have to deal with x.x

I'm crossplaying as Agatsuma Soubi (From Loveless), and this is what i look like normally. ><
http://i58.photobucket.com/albums/g2.../supahchin.jpg
(I hate that pic)
http://i58.photobucket.com/albums/g2...e/Picture9.jpg

Yeah. Not exactly masculine.
But this is what I dream of doing ^^
http://img79.imageshack.us/img79/2348/soubi5jk8.jpg

RMV · 02-08-2008, 08:50 AM

edgeworth is pretty effeminate anyway. but yeah i wouldnt do stubble. it could look ridiculous if u don't get it right.

RaaBee · 02-08-2008, 10:59 AM

I use black eyeshadow and put on pretty light and do a light dusting with powder over it to get the five o'clock shadow look. Or I do it for shading around my jaw to make it more square or under cheek bones to look more gaunt. Just practice with it

12-18-2007, 01:11 PM	#1
Beatrix Lolita Half of a Narumitsu Join Date: Dec 2007 Posts: 66	Female to male make up technique? Please forgive me if there is already a topic about this, i did search, but this seems the post prudent place to put it. I have a very high colour, my cheeks are bright red and the remainder of my skin is milky pale. I am cosplaying as Miles Edgeworth and i need to work on make up. How do you make female skin look like male skin? And is it worth attempting a hint of a stubble?

12-18-2007, 05:26 PM	#2
Razia whistles Join Date: Jun 2004 Posts: 531	I'm actually working on a crossplay, but I'm going to skip the stubble. Mainly because I'm not sure I can get myself to look male enough where the stubble won't look weird. As a last resort, people can think I'm a female version of Walter, even tho it's not what I'm going for =P __________________ Phase 1: 21 Sacraments Phase 2: ? Phase 3: PROFIT! Planned costumes for MAGfest, 2008: Elena/Reno (with the b/f) Walter Sullivan (from Silent Hill 4) Costumes I'll hopefully get around to some day, but God only knows when: Sephiroth Dawn Edea Milla/Sasha (with the b/f--from Psychonauts) Sally (from Nightmare Before Christmas) (subject to change ... repeatedly =P)

12-19-2007, 10:31 AM	#4
Phantomtango1 www.phantomonabudget.com Join Date: Mar 2007 Posts: 286	Here is a great thread on the Crossplay forum which explains various techniques you'll need to transform your face: http://forums.cosplay.com/showthread...hlight=phantom Pale the lips, use highlights and shadows to accentuate your cheekbones and jawline, nasolabial fold, etc. The following is a link for basic straight stage makeup, which demonstrates how to apply and blend highlights and shadows: http://wwwnew.towson.edu/stagemakeup...wTo/index.html __________________ Tonight is what it means to be young... (Tanz der Vampire) Phantom on a Budget - POTO Costume and Makeup Site Phantom Makeup and Wig Making Tutorials on YouTube

12-24-2007, 11:27 PM	#7
Ani_BEE Ms. Sweets, Ms.Sweets!! Join Date: Oct 2005 Posts: 9,672	I’m finally found a foundation makeup colour for my character that looks like he’s of Arab decent. http://www.tikalnetwork.com/XemnasAvatar.jpg The foundation I’ve picked is tab bit lighter compared to the character due to the fact that I have very little colour myself so it’s more of a “Tan” shade. I know I’ll have to buy a dark brown eyeshadow or loose powder to get the lowlight colour right but what should I use for the highlight since I can’t seeing white blending that well. __________________ Anime North Humanity has Declined ~ Watashi(Friday&Sunday) Monster High ~ Venus McFlytrap(Saturday) FanExpo Venus (Fri) Sailor Moon ~ Nehelenia (Sat) Con-G Allen Walker Clown Crown Future cosplays/cons: Costume-Con 32, Yami no Matsuei ~ Soryuu OUAT ~ Regina (apple dress) For Sale My Wigs • Mascot, Costumes (Humanity has Declined) & D.Gray-man Poker Cards (full deck) • Zori&Tabi from Japan Arda & Shop.cosplay wig fiber swatch comparisons and cosplay tutorials!

12-26-2007, 04:53 PM	#8
Phantomtango1 www.phantomonabudget.com Join Date: Mar 2007 Posts: 286	White may indeed be fine so long as you apply only enough to make it work and blend it completely. I am a big fan of creme highlights/shadows: http://mallatts.com/commerce/catalog.jsp?catId=86 I've also used white eyeshadow and blended that, which was adequate. The creme highlights are much more effective, as expected. __________________ Tonight is what it means to be young... (Tanz der Vampire) Phantom on a Budget - POTO Costume and Makeup Site Phantom Makeup and Wig Making Tutorials on YouTube

12-19-2007, 10:40 AM	#5
Beatrix Lolita Half of a Narumitsu Join Date: Dec 2007 Posts: 66	Thank you so much!! I have these terrible blotchy red cheeks and high colour surrounded by pale milk skin. This should help!! Thank you!!

01-07-2008, 01:37 AM	#9
TeaNZane Registered User Join Date: Nov 2005 Posts: 23	Hey this thread has been really helpful but I have sort of a dilemma. This is my first time and I'm cosplaying as Tyki Mikk from D.gray man. Not only do I have to be gray but I'm suppose to look fairly masculine. I have a dark brown skin complexion and huge chipmunk cheeks. My picture is posted below. Me My character is the guy in the middle with the top hat and silver belt. The man Tyki Video What makeup should I use to look like a convincing man? Any advice would be appreciated. Last edited by TeaNZane : 01-07-2008 at 02:43 AM. Reason: added video link

01-31-2008, 02:44 PM	#10
Legatosgurl I am a BANANA!!!! Join Date: Apr 2003 Posts: 488	Ok guys, here's what I have to deal with x.x I'm crossplaying as Agatsuma Soubi (From Loveless), and this is what i look like normally. >< http://i58.photobucket.com/albums/g2.../supahchin.jpg (I hate that pic) http://i58.photobucket.com/albums/g2...e/Picture9.jpg Yeah. Not exactly masculine. But this is what I dream of doing ^^ http://img79.imageshack.us/img79/2348/soubi5jk8.jpg __________________ Best ad I have ever seen (And its banned! ^_^) http://microsoft.blognewschannel.com...-best-ad-ever/ Final Fantasy - Physics not included. Cosplay 2012: MLP: DJ PON 3 Soul Eater: Tsubaki

02-08-2008, 08:50 AM	#11
RMV Extra Life Studios Join Date: Jul 2005 Posts: 151	edgeworth is pretty effeminate anyway. but yeah i wouldnt do stubble. it could look ridiculous if u don't get it right. __________________ custom props and makeups http://rabbitmeatvendor.deviantart.com [url="http:/http://www.facebook.com/pages/Extra-Life-Studios-and-Gallery/328710357139392[/URL]

02-08-2008, 10:59 AM	#12
RaaBee Dracula called... Join Date: Jun 2007 Posts: 197	I use black eyeshadow and put on pretty light and do a light dusting with powder over it to get the five o'clock shadow look. Or I do it for shading around my jaw to make it more square or under cheek bones to look more gaunt. Just practice with it

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