Georgian Make Up

Objective

In this task you will learn how to paint your face like a wealthy man or woman from the Georgian era.

Background

During the Georgian period in Britain wealthy men and women wore extreme amounts of makeup, with porcelain white faces and unblemished skin being the height of fashion. To achieve this look people painted their faces white with lead paint (even though it is poisonous!) and stuck on shapes made from velvet to cover up any smallpox scars and other problems with their skin.

Instructions

Adult supervision is required.

Type of Activity : Activity

How many people required (minimum) : 2

Safety Measures : 1. WARNING: If you have sensitive skin make sure you do not put anything unsafe on your face.

Ages : 8+

Time Required: 30 minutes

Step 1

(If using coloured card) Cut coloured card/paper into several small shapes (fingernail size) and lay to the side. We suggest cutting out circles or moon shapes, but you can make whatever shapes you want.

Step 2

Get a partner to take the white face paint and paint your face until its completely white (make sure not to get any paint in your mouth or eyes!).

Step 3

Paint your cheeks with red/pink circles using the red/pink face paint.

Step 4

Stick your shapes/stickers onto random spots around your face using glue if needed. You can stick on as many as you want until your happy with it.