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TAMPA, FL March 31, 2004 -" It's been touted by such magazines as In Style, Vogue, Harper's Bazaar and W as the first real innovation, children face painting designs
, in cosmetics in decades. And now, thanks to Artistic Hair & Makeup Salon Boutique, Tampa Bay residents can get in on the secret to the flawless look of celebrities: airbrush makeup.Airbrush makeup is a high-tech tool that hides blemishes and other imperfections, providing complete, even coverage for an incredibly sheer and natural look. Because the final look is a flawless matte finish, it is ideal in this era of high-definition television and high-resolution digital cameras which tend to magnify every tiny flaw, says Fran Fernandez, owner of Artistic Hair & Makeup, one of the only area salons to offer the service. It's perfect for brides, on-air personalities and anyone stepping in front of a camera, she adds. In fact, air brush makeup has long been the tool of choice for celebrities such as Jennifer Aniston, Brad Pitt and even President George W. Bush, Al Gore and Bill Clinton. Although it only recently has been making its way into the mainstream. Fernandez, who is certified in the application of airbrush makeup and participates in ongoing seminars and continuing education courses to keep her skills and techniques up-to-date, has been offering the service for several months. It works like this: the airbrush is powered by a small compressor and distributes a water- and silicone-based makeup onto the skin in a fine spray of microscopic dots. The spray can be set for a range of speeds, from super-fine for the application of eyeliner and concealer to a wider spray for foundation and blush.The secret to airbrush makeup's flawless results is the microscopic dots, says Fernandez. They create complete, even coverage that, in addition to makeup application, can be used to cover tattoos, tone down sunburns and even hide brown spots and rosacea. Yet the final look is completely natural and barely detectable. Alternative uses include face painting and creating temporary tattoos.Airbrush makeup is water resistant, sweat and smudge proof and non-transferable, yet it can be easily removed with soap or cleanser and water. It's superior to traditional makeup application and far more user-friendly, says Fernandez. With airbrush makeup, there is no mess and, best of all, no heavy foundation lines, just a smooth finish to let your natural beauty shine through.About Fran FernandezFran Fernandez, who opened Artistic Hair & Makeup Salon Boutique five years ago, has been an award-winning hair stylist and cosmetologist for 30 years. She trained with Angela Caress, the artistic director at Twentieth Century Fox, and at the Berger Institute and Joe Blasco School of Makeup Artistry in Orlando. Her celebrity clientele includes Ann Reinking, Diane Schurr, the late Nancy Culp of the Beverly Hillbillies and the late Gov. Lawton Chiles. Fernandez has worked with WTVT's on-air personalities; Nolan Miller, the fashion designer for Dynasty; Showbiz Kidz Development Center; and a number of American Idol contestants. She is in demand by Tampa's premier photographers and has worked as a consultant to many Tampa Bay department stores. Fernandez also developed her own line of cosmetics, Francesca Cosmetics, available exclusively at Artistic Hair & Makeup Salon, and volunteers with the American Cancer Society's Look Good, Feel Good program.About Artistic Hair & Makeup Salon BoutiqueLocated at 3201 S. Dale Mabry Highway in Tampa, Artistic Hair & Makeup is a full-service salon offering hair and makeup services for women, men and children in an intimate, one-on-one setting. In addition to standard salon services, Artistic Hair & Makeup offers a special Beauty & the Bride package that includes a complimentary consultation, pre-wedding trial run and wedding day hair and makeup services at the salon or at the bride's location. They also offer, among others, a Baby's First Haircut package. The salon is the exclusive, children face painting designs
, retailer of Francesca Cosmetics, created by owner Fran Fernandez, and also offers a line of custom gift baskets. For more information, call (813) 835-9422.
