How to Make Fake Cuts Using Makeup

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Creating fake cuts using makeup is easier than it looks. You can achieve many looks, from simple cuts, grazes, or even decapitation! It won't take very long, cost much, or require much strife. However, you will need some creativity.

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    Trace the wound, covering and overlapping the traced area. Be sure to apply thickly. You could also use nail polish for this step. [2]
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    How do I create a fake wound on my lip?
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    Do the same thing. Do not use nail polish on your mouth, as it's toxic if ingested. Do not use fake blood -- instead, use lip gloss or lipstick for mouth wounds.
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    How do I make fake cuts if I don't have eyeliner?
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    You can use eyeshadow. Wet the brush beforehand though.
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    What happens if I don't have lipstick?
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    You can use red eye shadow, red nail polish, or even red lip liner.
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      Tips

      • If you're going for a nasty, infected, gangrene-type wound, use colors like blue, purple, brown, and green eyeshadow, to add shading, streaking, and blotching around the wound. This achieves an infected, dirty, bruised look.
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      • Use matte makeup; shimmery or metallic makeup won't look realistic!
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      Things You'll Need

      • brown or black eyeliner
      • red lipstick
      • clear lip gloss
      • blush
      • eyeshadow (optional)

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      References

      1. ↑ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RdtOX8eXiWA
      2. ↑ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RdtOX8eXiWA
      3. ↑ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RdtOX8eXiWA
      4. ↑ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8MolD-azdOM

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