101 propositions d’Halloween différents: maquillage tête de mort mexicaine

par Paulette David

Publié le 26 septembre 2019

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Today, we have a different and creative Halloween proposal to offer you: Mexican skull makeup. First, a little history lesson. In time, makeup  » La Catrina  » became the symbol of Dia de los Muertos, or The Day of the Dead in Mexico. The day of the dead is a Mexican celebration that takes place several days. In short, it pays tribute to family members who have passed away. It’s almost the same time as Halloween, from October 31 to November 2.

History of Calavera Catrina (skull makeup)

Before I show you how to make skull makeup, I think it’s worth learning some of the details of Catrina’s character. In its origins, the Calavera Catrina was created by the Mexican artist Jose Guadalupe Posada around 1910. It was a satire of the higher Mexican society that embraced European styles and traditions and turned their back on their indigenous cultural roots. The Catrina was incorporated into Mexican culture by the famous Mexican fresco painter Diego Rivera in 1947. It does this with its iconic mural  » Dream of a Sunday Afternoon in the Alameda Central  », between 1946 and 1947.

However, La Catrina has become the symbol of the neutralizing force of death between foreigners and natives and between rich and poor. It transcends cultures and social boundaries. Traditionally, the black around the eyes spoke of death and represented a skull. Today, Mexicans use bright colors. To celebrate life, they add adhesive rhinestones and colorful flowers to make-up.

But do not confuse Dia de los Muertos with Halloween. Dia de los Muertos, whose roots go back to ancient Aztec rituals, begins on November 1st. This day corresponds to All Saints, when the border between the world of the living and that of the dead is considered the finest. But vacations have nothing to do with fears or obsessions. It is a happy declaration of acceptance of death and a moment to honor the loved ones who have died. Families make altars called  » offerings  » decorated with marigolds, ornate sugar skulls, pictures and the deceased’s favorite goods. Gifts are brought to the graves of loved ones, where everyone has a party.

How to apply Catrina makeup?

 

Tout d’abord, préparez la peau avec une crème hydratante qui contrôle l’huile. Appliquez une base de crème blanche avec une éponge. Tamponnez la poudre blanche pour fixer le maquillage et absorber l’huile. Cela aidera le maquillage à durer plus longtemps. Ensuite, ajoutez une touche de couleur vive autour des yeux. Ça peut être n’importe quelle couleur que vous désirez! Appliquez une légère couche de noir sous les yeux pour créer une ombre. Utilisez un pinceau fin pour former une ligne noire maigre mais lourde sur les joues, puis repassez-le à nouveau avec un pinceau plus large pour créer de l’ombre et de la profondeur. Utilisez un crayon pour les yeux pour créer les sourcils. Vous pouvez utiliser le noir ou le bleu foncé en fonction de l’apparence souhaitée.

To frame your face, paint a flower on your chin, then trace it with an eye pencil. Paint two triangles on the tip of your nose to mimic an exposed bone. Then, apply thin black bands on the lips to mimic the stitches. Finally, add rhinestones around the eyes and on the chin to brighten your face. Traditionally, a  » cempasuchil  », an orange marigold, is used in the hair. Choose flower colors that match your makeup. When removing makeup, choose a creamy cleanser.