International Therapy Examination Council (ITEC) Certificate in Makeup Practice Test

To create the illusion of a shorter nose, a common technique in corrective makeup involves using shading and highlighting strategically. Applying shader to the tip of the nose helps to visually shorten it, as darker shades can recede areas. Simultaneously, highlighting the sides of the nose draws attention away from the length, enhancing the effect of making the nose appear more proportionate to the rest of the face.

This method effectively shapes the nose by creating the appearance of depth, which can alter the perception of its length. By employing shading at the tip and highlights on the sides, the contours of the nose are visually adjusted, catering specifically to the characteristics of a long nose.

Options that do not suggest targeted shading and highlighting miss the specific technique needed for this type of correction. Using light foundation everywhere, for instance, would not provide the necessary depth and contouring effects required for the corrective approach. Avoiding application entirely would not address the need for contouring and highlighting to reshape the nose. The strategy of highlighting the tip while shading the sides fails to leverage the benefits of contrasting tones effectively.