What are the common themes in fake makeup horror stories?

A common one is when eyebrow products go wrong. For example, using a new eyebrow pencil and accidentally making one eyebrow much thicker than the other. It looks really odd and unbalanced. Another is when lipstick smears all over the face. Maybe after eating or drinking, and you don't realize until you see it in the mirror. It can be quite a horror, especially if you're in a public place.

One common element is the wrong color choice. For example, choosing a bright neon eyeshadow when the bride wanted a soft, natural look. Another is bad application like uneven eyeliner or clumpy mascara.

Allergic reactions are quite common. Like when a client doesn't disclose their allergies and then has a bad reaction during makeup application. Another one is running out of products in the middle of a job. For example, if a makeup artist is doing a full face of makeup and suddenly realizes they don't have enough foundation left. It can be a disaster.

One common one is getting the wrong shade of foundation. Like I said before, it can oxidize or just be completely the wrong color for your skin tone, which is a big mess. Another is when false lashes don't stick properly. You end up with one lash half - on and half - off, looking really silly.

In bad stage makeup horror stories, a frequent element is the makeup not being suitable for the lighting on stage. For instance, if the makeup is too light, the performer might look washed out under the bright stage lights. Also, makeup melting or smudging is common. This can happen when performers sweat a lot during their act. And sometimes, the makeup artist just doesn't understand the character or look that the performer is aiming for, so they create a completely wrong look.

Another common part is the psychological effects. People often experience intense hallucinations or extreme paranoia that they don't expect. It can be really scary for them as they feel like they're losing their minds. In many stories, the victims are left in a state of shock and fear for a long time after using the fake weed.

One common element is unrealistic expectations. Clients often bring in pictures of models with perfect lighting and airbrushing and expect the exact same look. Another is being late like in the bridal makeup example. It throws off the artist's schedule. And of course, the indecisiveness of clients who can't decide on a look.

Some people experience infections as part of their permanent makeup horror stories. If the tools are not properly sterilized, bacteria can get into the skin. This can lead to redness, swelling, and pain. There are also stories of allergic reactions to the pigments used. A person's skin might break out in a rash or become itchy and irritated, which can be a nightmare especially when it's on such a visible part of the face like the lips or eyebrows.

One common bad experience is nails falling off unexpectedly. It can be really embarrassing, like if it happens in public.

One makeup and horror story could be about a makeup artist who was creating special effects for a horror movie. They made an actor look so terrifyingly disfigured that when they took a break, some of the crew members couldn't bear to look at the actor. Another story could be a girl who tried to do a spooky makeup look for Halloween but accidentally made herself look like a character from a nightmare she had as a child. And there was a time when a makeup artist used some expired products for a horror - themed photoshoot and the model had an allergic reaction which added an unexpected and scary element to the whole process.