Color Theory for the Make-up Artist 2nd Edition

Color Theory for the Make-up Artist 2nd Edition by Katie Middleton is the essential guide for anyone serious about mastering color in professional make-up. Clear, practical and beautifully illustrated, this updated edition translates the science of color into everyday salon, film and fashion applications—helping artists make smarter choices for skin tones, corrective work and creative looks.

Start with an inviting overview of how color behaves under different lights and on different skin undertones, then move into step-by-step techniques for mixing pigments, balancing contrast, and achieving seamless foundation matches. Real-world case studies and photographed examples show how subtle shifts in hue, value and saturation transform a look, whether you’re working on bridal clients, editorial shoots or film continuity.

Designed for students, freelance make-up artists and salon professionals worldwide, this book emphasizes hands-on skills: color wheels adapted for make-up, practical charts for quick reference, and troubleshooting strategies for common color problems. Katie Middleton’s approachable voice makes complex theory accessible without dumbing it down—ideal for continuing education and quick on-the-job decision-making.

If you want to elevate your craft, reduce costly mistakes and deliver consistently flattering results, this second edition will become a go-to resource on your kit shelf. Packed with professional insight and contemporary examples, it supports growth from trainee to confident color expert.

Order your copy of Color Theory for the Make-up Artist 2nd Edition today and start turning color knowledge into standout client results.

Note: eBooks do not include supplementary materials such as CDs, access codes, etc.