How to Apply Stage Makeup for Dancers by Rachel Stover JDS Stage Makeup is much different from regular makeup because the harsh stage lights can drown out features, making it important to exaggerate and draw out lines from the face. See below for a step by step guide to Dancer’s Stage Makeup 1. Start with a clean, exfoliated and moisturized face. Add foundation primer for long–lasting makeup. 2. Apply a full coverage foundation all over face, blend color int