What Is Airbrush Makeup And What Makes It Better Than Traditional Liquid, Powder, And Mineral Makeup?

Airbrush makeup is a product (foundation, blush, highlighter, contour, lip gloss, eye shadow, etc.) designed to be turned into millions of droplets of fine mist when it is infused with air as a compressor (the power source) pushes the air through an airbrush (the application tool - aka, airbrush, stylus and airbrush gun). It replaces sponges, fingers, brushes, etc., making it more hygienic and considerably safer to use.


With airbrush makeup, less product is required to provide a fuller, finer, even, and more natural coverage. It produces a natural looking sheer texture at the same time it yields full coverage. The end result is skin that looks flawless created with a minimum of product! The appearance of digital media with photography and hi-definition television has placed airbrush makeup in the spotlight as it is needed for the red-carpet "stars" to look their best - it is their job and they prefer airbrush makeup because of its superior quality. For the person who wants to look their best, Belloccio Airbrush Makeup offers high-quality, star power airbrush makeup to everyone.

Why Choose Belloccio Airbrush Systems?

Belloccio Airbrush Makeup is fast, easy, and flawless with A NATURAL LOOK THAT IS YOU, ONLY BETTER!


It is dermatologist tested/recommended, hypoallergenic, non-comedogenic, paraben free, fragrance free, non-acnegenic and not tested on animals.


It provides the same red-carpet look that beauty professionals (film, theaters, performers and professional makeup artists) enjoy.


It conceals hyper pigmentation, rosacea, fine lines, and evens out the skin tone.


It Can Be Mixed To Create:


How to hold an airbrush

1)   A Perfect Color For Contouring

2)  Perfect Bronzing Mix

3)  A Perfect Blush To Match Whatever You Desire

4)  Wonderful Glowing Effect On Your Face, Neck, Decolletage, Shoulders, Arms And Legs


It is water-based, water-resistant and lasts 10 (+) hours.


It contains Hyaluronic acid (increases moisture barriers by 1000% and makes skin appear more youthful by bringing moisture to the skin surface), Lotus wax (makes foundation water resistant), Aloe (treats sunburn, moisturizes, treats acne, fights aging, and is nutrient rich) glycerin (attracts moisture (humectant) maintains hydration and improves appearance of the skin) and Kaolin (minimizes pore appearance, smooths acneic prone skin, soothes sensitive/easily irritated skin).


The anti-aging primer moisturizes, boosts collagen and elasticity and can be utilized under the makeup or on top for added glow plus overnight for healthier skin.


It is more sanitary than traditional makeup - no need to touch the skin.


It does not clog the pores (non-comedogenic).


It feels like you don't have makeup on.


It can be used on the face or body.


The process is quick and easy to learn with the "Getting Started" link card included with the system and "how-to" online videos.


Many imaginative applications and colors can be added such as temporary tattoos and face/body painting, etc. utilizing stencils or freehand techniques. You can also utilize your equipment for many other hobbies.

What Ingredients Are In Belloccio Airbrush Makeup?

1. Water - Carrier
2. Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice - Potent moisturizer, regenerating & healing agent, anti-inflammatory effects, and anti-aging effects (increases collagen synthesis & skin elasticity).
3. Glyceryl Stearate (and) PEG-100 Stearate - Emulsifier helps build a stable emulsion with great skin feel.
4. Dimethicone - Skin barrier (protect the skin), improves skin feel.5. Propylene Glycol - Effective humectant & wetting agent preventing water loss in products & in the skin, increases skin permeability of active ingredients as it penetrates into the outermost skin layers, emollient & lubricant properties, excellent solubilizer.
6. Glycerin - Effective Humectants & Moisturizer attracting water to the intercellular space of the skin protects the lipids of the skin cells. Makes skin more supple and soft. (which helps with skins elasticity), also helps promote skin regeneration.
7. Phenoxyethanol - Preservatives
8. Methylisothiazolinone - Preservatives
9. Nelumbo Nucifera (Lotus) Floral Wax - Moisturizing, contains phospholipids, water resistant.
10. Xanthan Gum - Adds viscosity
11. Hyaluronic Acid - Most powerful moisturizer & humectant known so far, provides smoothness & softening to the skin, excellent anti-wrinkle effects, promotes growth of new skin cells after peelings, and supports wound healing.
12. Carbomer - Thickener useful for formulating and stabilizing emulsions.
13. Triethanolamine - pH adjuster stabilizes emulsions.

Anti-Aging and Hydrating primer Ingredient List:
1. Water - Carrier
2. Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice - Potent moisturizer, regenerating & healing agent, anti-inflammatory effects, anti-aging effects (increases collagen synthesis & skin elasticity).
3. Dimethicone - Skin barrier (protect the skin), improves skin feel.
4. Titanium Dioxide – Primer
5. Glyceryl Stearate (and) PEG-100 Sterate - Emulsifier helps build a stable emulsion with great skin feel.
6. Propylene Glycol - Effective humectant & wetting agent preventing water loss in products & in the skin, increases skin permeability of active ingredients as it penetrates into the outermost skin layers, emollient & lubricant properties, excellent solubilizer.
7. Phenoxyethanol - Preservative
8. Methylisothiazolinone - Preservative
9. Kaolin - Great covering ability, able to absorb fats from the skin, refines pores & helps clear up breakouts, soothing properties (ideal for sensitive skin).
10. Xanthan Gum - Adds viscosity
11. Hyaluronic Acid - Most powerful moisturizer & humectant known so far, provides smoothness & softening to the skin, excellent anti-wrinkle effects, promotes growth of new skin cells after peelings, and supports wound healing.
12. Carbomer - Thickener useful for formulating and stabilizing emulsions.
13. Triethanolamine - pH adjuster - stabilizes emulsions.

How Do I Find My Color?

There are two steps (before purchase and after purchase).


STEP 1- BEFORE PURCHASE: If you are purchasing your system, go to www.belloccio.com. Under the Belloccio logo you will find a brown strip with four topics: Makeup, Tanning, Why Airbrush?, and Resources. Move your cursor over "Makeup" (do not click on it) and a drop-down menu will appear. In the drop-down menu, choose "Shade Finder" and click on it. Four shade types will appear with samples of the people who fit into those shades. The four groups are: Fair, Medium, Tan and Dark. For your information, most people fit into the medium category. Fair comes in second, tan is third and Dark is the most exotic. Click on "Next" and "Previous" (located under the photos) to move through the categories. When you find your best match, click on that set of photos to move to the details of that category and see what you will receive in your system. The good news: Belloccio Airbrush Makeup is your friend. You will get four foundation colors to work with (along with many more necessities)! More about that detail in the next part. Time to choose and purchase your system.


STEP 2- AFTER PURCHASE: Here is how to find your color. Gather the four foundations from your system and shake each of them for about 30 seconds. Put a drop of your first color choice on your index finger and pat a "stripe" on your (clean) cheek down to your jawline. If you don't see that color, you have arrived. That is your color. You are ready to go. If the color is close it will most likely become exact as it is sprayed on. If none of the foundations are a close match, no problem - with airbrush makeup, you can mix them and create your perfect palette! Try this: mix the two colors that come closest to your skin color. Your skin color may want 3 drops of one and 2 of the other. Or? You will need to experiment. Once complete, you will enjoy perfection!

Can I Use Traditional Makeup And Other Airbrush Brands In My Airbrush?

Yes and No.

YES: Belloccio makeup is WATER-BASED and is designed to work with the equipment provided in your system. If you use another brand that is water-based you will probably (no guarantee) be happy.

NO: If you intend to utilize silicone-based airbrush products, they have heavier pigments and will likely clog your Belloccio system very quickly.
NO: The makeup designed for use in an airbrush is much more liquid than traditional makeup lines - it is designed for delivery by a compressor and airbrush. Traditional makeup is considerably thicker and will clog your equipment.

How Long Will The Makeup Last?

When applied properly, Belloccio Airbrush Makeup will last 10 (+) hours. Here are some factors that can impact the optimal makeup experience:

  • Is your face fresh and clean? If not, the makeup may not bond properly and will not last as long.
  • Do you apply your makeup in one heavy application? With airbrush makeup, less is more! Always apply a light coat. If it is not enough, apply another light coat until you are satisfied. This will make your outcome the best and longest.

How Do I Set Up My Equipment?

CONNECTING THE STANDARD BELLOCCIO SYSTEM (the compressor and components are labeled in the instruction manual brochure and can also be located under "Resources"/Brochures)
  • First, layout all the components of the system.
  • Unravel the cord to the 12V DC power adapter and plug the adapter end into the compressor and have the plug ready to plug into an 110V electrical outlet. (Note: Belloccio also offers an optional “On-The-Go” Rechargeable Battery Pack. These are great if you do not have access to an outlet, or if you are traveling. When fully charged the battery packs run time is over 2 hours.)
  • Unravel the rubber air hose. Take one end of the hose and connect it to the compressor by pushing it all the way onto the compressors air outlet. Take the other end of the hose and connect it to the airbrush by pushing it all the way onto the airbrushes air inlet.
  • Insert the airbrush into the holder.
  • Now, plug the cord into an 110V electrical outlet and you’re ready to go.

How Do I Clean My Equipment And How Much Time Does It Take?

HOW TO CLEAN THE AIRBRUSH IN ONE MINUTE OR LESS! If done daily after you use your equipment, quick cleaning (under a minute - really!) will provide your equipment the ability to serve, and you the ability to always be ready to go! Here are the instructions:

  • Use compressor setting on High.
  • Excess product gets poured in the sink with water running, place water in cup and pull back trigger all the way throughout the cleaning process.
  • Let the water run through the airbrush then add the cleaner in the cup while maintaining the trigger pulled back.
  • Take a cotton swab to clean the inside of the cup
  • Use the cotton swab to clean inside the front of the needle cap while the trigger continues to be pulled all the way back, (prevents the needle from touching the cotton swab). Twist cotton swab clockwise inside the needle cap to avoid unscrewing the nozzle.
  • Run the water through once more, untwist the back and take the needle out. Wipe with a tissue and place the needle back into the airbrush, tighten the chucking nut and replace the handle. Done.

I'm Having Problems With My System, What Should I Do?

Heavy, Blotchy or Uneven Coverage
  • Airflow Setting to High – Lower Airflow setting
  • Holding airbrush too close to the face - Stay 6 to 8 inches away from your face to prevent the makeup from being caked on or blotchy.
  • Allowing too much makeup to flow by pulling trigger too far back – Only pull the trigger about 1/3 to 1/2 way back for a very light feathered and soft spray. Pulling the trigger past the midpoint can result in a heavy, blotchy or uneven coverage.

Airbrush Not Spraying
  • Clogged Nozzle – Remove and clean nozzle
  • Damaged Nozzle – Remove and replace with new nozzle
  • Tip Head is Loose – Tighten Tip Head
  • Needle not Moving – Tighten loose needle chucking nut
  • Air Pressure to Low – Adjust to higher airflow setting

Grainy or Textured Spray
  • Air Pressure to Low – Adjust to higher airflow setting
  • Dried Makeup on End of Needle – Remove, clean the needle
  • Dirty Airbrush Nozzle – Remove and clean nozzle
  • Makeup too thick – Use fresh makeup from a thoroughly shaken bottle, possibly have applied too much makeup

Bubbling Fluid in Cup
  • Clogged or Damaged Nozzle – Remove and clean or replace nozzle
  • Tip Head is Loose – Tighten Tip Head

Spray Cannot be Shutoff
  • Clogged or Damaged Nozzle – Remove and clean or replace nozzle
  • Dirty or Stuck Needle – Remove, clean the needle
  • Needle not seating all the way into the nozzle due to loose needle chucking nut - Push needle in until it seats in the nozzle, then tighten needle chucking nut
  • Sticky Trigger – Trigger and air valve packing need to be cleaned

Sprays Double Lines or Heavy on One Side
  • Split Nozzle Tip – Remove and Replace
  • Bent Needle Tip – Remove and straighten or replace
  • Nozzle Tip Not Centered in Tip Head – Remove and clean airbrush tip head threads and head thread assembly on airbrush
  • Dried Makeup on End of Needle - Remove and clean needle
  • Dirty Airbrush Nozzle – Remove and clean nozzle

Makeup Blobs at the Beginning of a Stroke
  • Spraying makeup before moving your hand – Have your hand in motion before triggering makeup flow
  • Makeup Blobs at the End of a Stroke
  • Stopping the airbrush movement before shutting off makeup flow - Follow through with your airbrush stroke until after the trigger is released to shutoff makeup flow

  • Splattering - Happens when the needle is allowed to snap back into the tip. Always release the trigger gently to avoid splattering.

What Is Sunless Spray Tanning?

Sunless Spray Tanning is a way to create a tan with a simple system that turns tanning solutions into fine mists as they are applied to the body. The ingredients in the tanning solutions are varied with many different outcomes, but the star ingredient is always DHA (Dihydroxyacetone). DHA reacts with the topical layer of the skin called the epidermis producing an attractive golden brown tan. In the same way your "sun" tan fades over time, the spray tan will also fade through the natural exfoliation of the skin.

What Is DHA? Is It Safe?

DHA is an FDA approved nontoxic product that is a safe, reliable means of tanning without the potential health risks associated with exposure to UVA and UVB rays from the sun or other methods of tanning the skin. It is declared safe and suitable for use in cosmetics and drugs used to color the skin. DHA is derived from glycerin (vegetable origin). DHA is not absorbed into the body and poses no possibility of toxicity. It has been used for over 30 years without any harmful effects. The FDA recommends protective measures to prevent eye contact, inhalation or ingestion and suggests wearing protective eyewear, nose filters, lip balm and protective undergarments.

Is It Possible To Be Allergic To DHA And Tanning Solutions?

Yes. It is rare, but if you have a reason to believe you may be sensitive to spray tanning solutions (or if you tried one and it was problematic) you may wish to consult with a health care professional before using the product. Also, do a patch test.

What Makes Belloccio Tanning Solutions Different?

CLIENT FAVORITE- Belloccio Opulence Tanning Solution, Features & Benefits:
  • It delivers beautiful natural looking and long lasting results to people WITH ANY SKIN TYPE
  • Special blend with highly concentrated antioxidant ingredients that provide an accelerated rapid full tan within 4 hours
  • Premium tan-aiding and accelerating ingredients are:
    • Vegetan Premium that significantly improves color intensity and increases speed of coloration. It also protects DNA from oxidative stress that to its antioxident properties
    • Banana Fruit Prime that accelerates the tanning process. Speeds up the production of Melanin delivering a quicker more intense color, and a natural looking tan
    • Skin moisturizing and firming formula that helps revitalize the skin. Includes Aloe Vera that's known for its moisturizing, anti-inflammatory and healing properties
    • Solution includes dark bronzer color guide to aid you in even application
    • It's fast drying, non-sticky and streak-free
    • Pleasant fresh clean fragrance; Paraben free

    Belloccio Pre-Tan Exfoliating Spray solution, Features & Benefits:
    • Powerful exfoliant that removes excess skin cells that can result in uneven tanning.
    • Includes moisturizing and healing elements which improve the skin's ability absorb the tan evenly and completely.
    • Removes oils from: sweat, deodorant, makeup, perfume and films left from exfoliation and moisturizing products.
    • Ideal for use when clients are not prepared properly for a spray tan session.
    • Formulated to prepare the skin for sunless tanning application by Airbrush, HVLP Spray, Spraying Booths or before using UV and self tanning creams and gels.
    • Helps pH balance the skin to ensure effective penetration of active ingredients such as DHA (dihydroxyacetone) for longer lasting results.
    • Light Fresh Clean Scent, Paraben Free

      Belloccio Post-Tan Solution (Sealer, Extender & Moisturizer)
      • Seals and extends the tan
      • Moisturizes
      • Smoothes the skin
      • Combines and eco-certified DHA booster with skin reparative elements
      • Light Fresh Clean Scent, Paraben Free

      How Do I Prepare For A Sunless Tan?

      24 hours before (optimal), or at least 8 hours before, shave and/or wax. These activities open the pores and may cause an unpleasant texture to appear if done too close to the session.
      Day of tanning session, shower and exfoliate the entire body.
      Do not apply lotions, oils, deodorants, or makeup, - be a clean canvas. Any product will act as a barrier to the tanning solution.
      Do apply barrier lotion on bottom of feet (they will go orange) and between the toes, palms of hands and between fingers, knees and elbows - these areas absorb tanning solutions differently and need to be protected

      What Should I Wear?

      The solution may stain your tanning attire. Some choose older bathing suits (one or two-pieced), underwear, and/or disposable undergarments (hair nets, bras, panties and sticky feet), or nothing. The solution may stain the hair of people who are gray, blonde, platinum or light brown. They should wear hair nets. Place them so they go behind the ears and leave a little hairline visible so a hard line is not created. Post-tan, wear loose and dark clothing ( t-shirts and workout pants are fine).

      How Long Will My Tan Last?

      The tan will last 7-10 days depending on your skin type and activities. Exfoliation (removal and sloughing off ) of the tanned skin cells causes the fade - just as it does with a tan created by the sun.
      Here are some tips to make your tan last longer or forever.
      Use moisturizer on your skin morning and evening. It will help the tan last longer and fade evenly. If you have dry skin, your tan will exfoliate faster. Moisturizer is essential to keep your tan alive.
      Use a tan-extender moisturizing lotion with DHA in it to help replace some of the tanned cells that are lost
      After the tan session:
      Wear dark, loose-fitting clothing and shoes. Yes, you can stain furniture and light apparel. t-shirt and warm-up pants work.
      Wait 8- 10 hours before you shower. 24 is optimal. Allow the process to occur
      Do not exfoliate or scrub, light and sudsy only
      Pat yourself dry
      No long hot baths, hot showers, soaking in the pool, hot-tubs, or ocean - all will exfoliate and fade your tan
      Exercising causing perspiration will negatively affect the tanning process
      Spray again after your tan disappears (forever tan). Now is the time to seriously exfoliate your skin to create a clean canvas that won't end up streaked or blotchy from leftovers.

      What Are The Ingredients In The Belloccio Sunless Tanning Solutions?

      Belloccio Opulence Contains:
      Dark Bronzer Color Guide: Provides an immediate bronze color to aid you in even application
      Eco-Cert (certified organic) Approved DHA (Dihydroxyacetone): The active ingredient that reacts with the skin to create the tan
      Erythrulose: A natural sugar that helps to prolong and produce a beautiful natural tan when the optimum ratio is mixed with the DHA
      Banana Fruit Prime: Accelerates the tanning process. Helps reduce the lag time for the production of Melanin. It speeds up the production of Melanin by releasing Dopamine in to the skin
      Vegetan Premium: Significantly improves color intensity and increases speed of coloration. It also protects DNA from oxidative stress that to its antioxident properties
      Collagen: Is a type of protein found in the skin. Collagen works in tandem to keep the skin tight and elastic. Used as a anti-aging ingredient
      Certified Organic Aloe Vera Extract: Known for its anti-inflammatory and healing properties. Aids in skin moisturization
      Hyaluronic Acid: Known for its level of moisturizing and hydrating the skin
      CoQ10: Is a vitamin like substance in all human cells and responsible for cell production of the body's energy

      Belloccio Pre-Tan Exfoliating Spray Solution Contains:
      Certified Organic Aloe Vera Extract
      Propylene Glycol
      Pro Vitamin B5
      Potassium Sorbate
      Hyaluronic Acid. Known for its level of moisturizing and hydrating the skin
      Glycolic Acid. An exfoliator that ensures better solution penetration. Removes the outer layer of dead skin cells on the surface your skin, bring fresh new skin to the surface.

      Belloccio Post-Tan Spray Solution Contains:
      100% Pure Organic ECO-Certified DHA (Dihydroxyacetone): The active ingredient that reacts with the skin to create the tan
      Chamomile: Promotes cell regeneration while calming and soothing the skin
      Resveratol: Grape seed oil that is high in antioxidants and helpful in diminishing the sun's damaging effects and lessening free radical damage. Excellent emollient & moisturizer with anti-aging properties that help to tighten and tone the skin.
      Coffee: Coffee seed extract hydrates the skin and evens out the complexion. Provides an instant tightening and firming effect on the skin. Contains a potent source of antioxidants.
      Aloe Vera: Known for its anti-inflammatory and healing properties. Aids in skin moisturization
      Hyaluronic Acid: Known for its level of moisturizing and hydrating the skin
      Glycolic Acid: An exfoliator that ensures better solution penetration. Removes the outer layer of dead skin cells on the surface your skin, bring fresh new skin to the surface.

      What about the overspray?

      The Belloccio System Gun is adjustable from more than you would ever need, all the way down to slightly more than an airbrush. You choose how much or how little material you spray. You can even make quick adjustments during an application for different areas of the body or when doing the client's face. When adjusted correctly, the advantages of applying the product at 5 or more times the normal airbrush rate far outweighs the issue of slightly more overspray in the work area.

      Does TURBO-TAN require a special tanning solution?

      The Belloccio System works best with a tanning solution which has been optimized for turbine gun application. Because the turbine gun tends to wet-out the skin more than an airbrush, standard airbrush solution may stay sticky longer, requiring additional dry times. The Belloccio System Solution has been optimized for less stickiness and quicker dry, which we believe also has its advantages when applied with an airbrush.

      What about maintenence and repairs?

      The Belloccio System is very well built and durable. With a little simple cleaning and care,the Belloccio System should give many years of dependable service. If you should need a repair, we are here to help, within or beyond the warranty period.

      How Loud Are Tanning Turbines?

      The Belloccio System Turbine Pump makes a similar sound as your vacuum cleaner. It is louder than an airbrush compressor, but only being on for 2 to 3 minutes makes the sound acceptable in most all salon environments. As with airbrush tanning, it's best to have a designated separate room or secluded space for tanning.

      2 Minutes: Is speed really that important in tanning?

      If your clients enjoy spending 10 to 20 minutes standing in a swimsuit or less, having cold spray applied slowly, and your time is not very valuable, then airbrush tanning is probably just fine. If, on the other hand, your clients would like to get in and out quick and you would like to book $800 per hour rather than $160, then faster is definately better.

      Is there any system warranty?

      What is covered and for how long?
      We are confident that your Belloccio System components will perform well and therefore warrant to you, as the original purchaser, for a period of two years from the date of original purchase, that your system will be free of mechanical and electrical defects in material and workmanship.

      What we will do and how to get service?
      If your system is defective during the warranty period, we will repair or replace (at our option) the necessary component(s) of your system without cost to you, which will be your exclusive remedy under this warranty. Simply sent the system postage prepaid and insured, with proof of purchase and a short description of the problem directly to our service center at the following address:

      Belloccio
      6695 Rasha Street
      San Diego, CA 92121-2241

      Alternatively you can call (858) 909-2120 during normal business hours.

      What is not covered?
      Our warranty for your product will not cover normal wear of parts, damage resulting from negligent use or misuse of the product, use of improper voltage or current, use contrary to operating instructions or disassembly, repair or alteration by any person other than our service personnel. It also does not cover consumables. Any implied warranty of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose on your system is limited to the duration of this written warranty. We shall not be liable for any incidental or consequential damages for breach of any express or implied warranty on your system.

      How Your State's Law May Apply
      Some stated do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitation may not apply to you. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state.