Around carnival time the excitement and anticipation becomes palpable. People are rushing to find a costume and work out how to do their make-up for a striking and fun look that will amaze other carnival goers!
A selection of make-up for the carnival.
Make-up for carnival is certainly not going to be discreet, it’s large, bright, bold and eye-catching. Carnival make-up is less about enhancing your own features, more about creating a spectacle. Here we present you with a few different ideas for your carnival make-up such as the popular animal theme through to a look that creates an aura such as mystery or romance. Use false eye-lashes, glitter and gems to make a truly out there look. Although there is no hard and fast rule about this you can create a nicer look with more ease if you choose matching colors. You can exaggerate or play down these ideas depending on your personality and what look you are going for.
Make-up for carnival – there are no limits.
Useful elements for carnival make-up is heavy kohl eyeliner, false lashes and dark lipstick. Apply powder over your foundation several times to set your look. When it comes to ideas for kids, you can use your imagination and creativity to the max. Butterflies, cats, pirates, princesses, bunnies – these are just some of the many choices. You can just put accents such as rhinestones or glitter over the entire facial area. The eyes, nose and fangs of a big cat such as a lion are very easy to paint onto the face. Make up for the carnival can be fun!
Rainbow eyes.
Even your day to day make-up can be used to great effect.
Peacock feathers are very fashionable.
False eyelashes and a delicate shine.
Dark and mysterious.
Animal motifs never go out of fashion.
Ideas for eye make-up.
Use rhinestones and metallic colors as accents.
Make-up for carnival – bold and impressive.
Glitter and jewels.
Lips should not be neglected.
Show your creativity.
Some unusual and exaggerated ideas can be seen here.
Children will love carnival!