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Carved Makeup Tutorial (3D Makeup Tutorial)

by Madeyewlook

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Difficulty
Intermediate
Length
5:11
Views
931,068
Published
Jan 2015

What this video covers

This tutorial by Madeyewlook recreates the illusion of deeply carved wood on the skin using body-safe paints and clever shading — no prosthetics required. The look is inspired by a trompe l'oeil graffiti body-paint piece by Russian artist Znag, not an actual tattoo as it is sometimes mistaken for. The creator walks through how to build convincing depth and shadow using a small selection of face and body paints. At just five minutes, the tutorial is fast-paced but packed with visual technique.

Key takeaways

  • The effect mimics carved-out wood using only paint and shading — no latex or foam prosthetics needed
  • Original reference artwork is a body-paint piece by Russian graffiti artist Znag
  • Products used include Graftobian pro paint, Mehron Paradise Paint, BH Cosmetics palette, and an NYX brow marker
  • Optical illusion is achieved through contrast, shadow, and highlight placement
  • Short runtime makes this a quick but inspiring reference for intermediate painters

Who this is for

Makeup artists and Halloween enthusiasts who want to create a striking, prosthetic-free 3D optical illusion using paint and shading techniques.

Tools mentioned

  • eyebrow marker
  • makeup brushes

Materials mentioned

  • Graftobian pro paint (black)
  • BH Cosmetics Forever Nude palette
  • Mehron Paradise Paint (dark brown)
  • NYX Cosmetics medium eyebrow marker

⚠ Safety notes

Use only cosmetic-grade and skin-safe paints intended for body application. Patch-test new products before full application.

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