Ep 2. Pirate Treasure

In Face Off season 3 episode 2, titled "Pirate Treasure," the contestants are challenged to create pirate-themed makeups that incorporate elements of treasure and adventure. The contestants are divided into two teams, with one team creating makeups that represent the crew of a pirate ship, while the other team creates makeups that represent the treasures that pirates seek.

The judges for this episode are renowned makeup artist Michael Westmore, creature designer Neville Page, and actress/model Riki Lecotey. The contestants are eager to impress the judges, as one team will be declared safe and the other will face the possibility of elimination.

The teams get to work and begin brainstorming their concepts. They are given a treasure chest filled with items that will help inspire their designs, such as coins, jewels, and maps. The teams also have a chance to consult with a historian and a pirate reenactor to learn more about the history of pirates and their fashion.

As the contestants begin creating their makeups, tensions start to rise within the teams. Some team members struggle with time management and struggle to keep up with the pace of their teammates. Other team members clash over creative differences and struggle to work together.

Despite these challenges, both teams manage to create impressive makeups. The pirate crew team designs realistic-looking prosthetics that make their models look like they've just stepped off of a pirate ship. The treasure team creates glittering, fantastical makeups that evoke the magic of pirating and treasure hunting.

When it's time for the judges to evaluate the makeups, tensions run high. The judges closely scrutinize each team's designs, critiquing everything from the overall concept to the smallest details. They ask probing questions about the design choices and the teams' thought processes, trying to get a sense of how each team approached the challenge.

Finally, the judges make their decision, and one team is declared safe while the other team is faced with elimination. The losing team members are given one last chance to plead their case to the judges, explaining their thinking and trying to convince the judges that their work is worthy of moving on to the next round.

In the end, one contestant is eliminated, and the rest of the contestants breathe a collective sigh of relief. As they move forward in the competition, they know that each challenge will be tougher than the last, and that only the best makeup artists will make it to the end.

Overall, "Pirate Treasure" is an exciting episode of Face Off that perfectly captures the thrill of competition and the artistry of makeup design. It's a fascinating glimpse inside the world of professional makeup artists, and a must-watch for anyone who loves creativity, imagination, and adventure.